Thinking of using a WooCommerce POS system but not sure how it works or where to start? In this article, we’re going to answer five of the most common WooCommerce POS Questions people ask when considering a POS solution for WooCommerce.
You’ve built a successful WooCommerce store, and now you’re looking to broaden your reach by selling both online and in person. You’ve seen this done with Shopify, and you know there are POS systems that integrate with WooCommerce. However, you want something simple, without the hassle of syncing issues, that lets you manage all your products, inventory, customers, and orders right from WooCommerce. That’s exactly where FooSales comes in. Unlike other POS systems, such as Square and Lightspeed, FooSales is built specifically for WooCommerce. To help you understand what that means and how it works, let’s explore the top five questions people commonly ask when considering a POS solution for WooCommerce.
How does it work with my current WooCommerce store?
FooSales POS is essentially an app that is available on iPad, Android tablet, and the web. To use it, you simply open the app, enter your WordPress site address, username, and password. The app will then securely connect to your store and, like magic, display your products, inventory, customer details, and order information. You can then create orders, process payments, manage order fulfillment, receive packing alerts and so much more. It’s really that simple!
You will need to sign up and install the FooSales connector plugin on your site first, but that only takes 2 minutes and is a one-time setup.
Do I have to sync data between different systems and portals?
With FooSales, your data is only ever stored in your WooCommerce store. Any new orders, customers, or changes to your products and inventory are only ever stored in your WooCommerce store’s database. FooSales never stores any of your store data on a remote server or portal, so our servers can’t go down—because there are no servers.
This also means you always own your data and have full control of your environment. If your internet goes offline, the app will simply update your site as soon as your internet comes back online thanks to it’s built in offline mode.
How is inventory managed between my online store and POS devices?
FooSales is fully integrated with WooCommerce and uses the WooCommerce inventory system. Any updates to stock levels, whether from online sales or in-person sales through FooSales POS, are automatically reflected in real-time on your WooCommerce store. This seamless integration ensures that you always have accurate inventory data across all channels. This diagram illustrates how FooSales can be used to manage sales and order fulfilment by seamlessly bridging your online store and brick-and-mortar shop.
Is it configured through a third-party portal?
As a native WooCommerce POS, all configurations and settings are handled directly within your WooCommerce dashboard. This eliminates the need for external portals or services, streamlining your operations and keeping everything in one place.
How is it different from the Square for WooCommerce plugin?
When using the Square for WooCommerce plugin, your data is stored both in your WooCommerce store and in Square. Every time a change is made, the two systems need to sync to ensure they stay up to date. The reliance on two different systems means your data is partially stored within each platform, which can introduce complexity and potential sync issues. FooSales, on the other hand, only ever stores data in your WooCommerce store and allows you to securely process payments using Square devices. It’s simple, robust, removes any risk of your store data being compromised, and allows both Square and WooCommerce to do what they do best!
Does it integrate with hardware like Square POS and Shopify POS do?
Absolutely! Just like Square POS and Shopify POS, FooSales integrates with hardware such as card readers, receipt printers, cash drawers, and barcode scanners. You can even scan barcodes using your iPad or Android tablet’s built-in camera.
Conclusion
FooSales provides a seamless and reliable solution for WooCommerce store owners who want to expand their sales channels to include in-person transactions. By integrating directly with WooCommerce, FooSales eliminates the common pitfalls of syncing data across multiple platforms, ensuring your store’s operations remain smooth and efficient. Whether you need robust inventory management, easy hardware integration, or a simple setup process, FooSales has you covered. Plus, you can take advantage of a 7-day free trial to experience FooSales for yourself.
