Is Your EPOS, Equipment & Support Future-Proof for 2026?

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A Fresh Start for the Year Ahead — from CRS EPoS

As we move further into the year, many businesses are taking the opportunity to review their operations and make sure everything is running at its best. From garden centres and farm shops to cafés, pubs, butchers, and retail outlets, one thing remains constant: your EPoS and supporting equipment need to keep pace with how quickly modern trading continues to evolve.

At CRS epos, we see firsthand how technology, payment standards and operational needs evolve each year. A system that worked “well enough” a while ago may now be slowing you down, not through major failures, but through small inefficiencies that disrupt service, increase admin time, and reduce sales.

Now is the perfect time to check that your tills, back office systems, scales, printers, and support arrangements are ready for 2026.

Why Reviewing Your System Matters

Outdated hardware and older software might still turn on, but that doesn’t mean they’re working for you. Many businesses experience avoidable issues simply because their system hasn’t been reviewed in years.

In 2026, you may be facing:

New Payment & Card Machine Requirements

Payment providers regularly update compliance, security and communication standards. Older tills and interfaces may:

struggle to stay connected
delay authorisation
fail transactions during peak trading
be unable to support the newest terminals

A quick compatibility check now prevents costly downtime later.

Limitations with New Software Features & Integrations

Modern retail and hospitality rely on tools such as:

real-time stock management
cloud reporting
accounting integrations (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks)
loyalty
menu/price updates
click & collect or online ordering

If your EPOS can’t integrate or update, you’re working harder than you need to.

Slower Service from Ageing Hardware

We regularly see older:

touchscreens
printers
cash drawers
WiFi/network setups
barcode scanners
label printers

That simply can’t keep up.

Slow tills lead to slow queues - and slow queues cost sales.

Gaps in Security, Compliance & Reliability

As operating systems and software age, they become harder to support. Unsupported software can create risks around:

data security
stability
compliance
backups
operating system compatibility

A modern EPOS setup protects your business and your customers.

It Doesn’t Mean Replacing Everything

A 2026 system review is not about buying a brand-new solution - it’s about ensuring your existing setup is still performing well.

At CRS epos, we help customers identify:

which hardware is still strong
what needs updating
where small changes deliver big improvements
gaps in support
opportunities to streamline operations

Sometimes a new printer, a label solution, a touchscreen update, or a cloud back office upgrade is all that’s needed to restore full efficiency.

How CRS epos Can Help You Prepare for 2026

Our team can support your business with a full system health check, covering:

EPOS System Review

Ensure your till software, back office software and connected modules are running the latest versions.

Hardware Condition Check

Evaluate tills, scanners, printers, scales and label systems - including thermal and outdoor label printers widely used in garden centres.

Scales & Weighing Equipment

Ensure your Avery, Uniwell or retail weighing systems are calibrated, compliant and performing as required.

Payment Compatibility

Check your card terminals, connectivity and integration readiness for new payment standards.

Support & Maintenance Review

Confirm you have the right technical support package for the year ahead, including callouts, remote support, reprogramming and maintenance options.

Workflow & Efficiency Improvements

Simple changes to:

product & price file structures
stock processes
café or restaurant workflows
seasonal retail setups

Can create major time savings.

Ready to Make Sure Your EPOS is 2026-Ready?

If you’re unsure whether your current EPOS, hardware, scales or support package is holding you back, the CRS epos team is here to help.

Let’s make sure your system is ready for the year ahead and prepared to support your business for many more to come.