Community pharmacies have different needs from a typical shop. Counters are often small, staff move between the dispensary and the shop floor, and many products are scanned rather than keyed. For resellers and pharmacy software providers, choosing the right pharmacy EPOS hardware helps the system fit the way pharmacies actually work.
What pharmacy counters need from pharmacy EPOS hardware
- A compact footprint: all-in-one terminals keep the PC, screen and connections in one unit, leaving more counter space.
- Easy-clean, sealed screens that stand up to frequent cleaning.
- Secure staff login: optional fingerprint readers and RFID on many HiStone models help control who can access the till.
- Reliable scanning with barcode scanners suited to small packs and labels.
- A customer display so prices and totals are clear at the point of sale.
Mobile EPOS in the pharmacy
A mobile terminal such as the HiStone HM638N can work at the counter in its dock and lift away for stock checks or busy periods. Its optional 2D barcode scanner, NFC and fingerprint reader make it a flexible second device for pharmacies with limited space.
Working with your pharmacy software
Pharmacies usually run specialist software, so hardware compatibility should always be confirmed with the software provider before rollout. B-Spoke Systems supplies HiStone hardware with Windows or Linux options and can provide evaluation units so software providers and resellers can test before committing.
Supply and setup
We hold stock in Leicester and can image, configure, test and asset-tag units before dispatch, so each branch receives the same build. B-Spoke Systems has supplied point-of-sale hardware to retail, hospitality and pharmacy since 2003 and is ISO 9001 certified.
Next steps
If you supply EPOS to pharmacies, read about our trade EPOS supply for software houses and resellers, configure a quote or talk to our team.