More Than a Cash Register: 7 Ways the NRS POS Pays for Itself
By Elie Y. Katz
A point-of-sale system should move real numbers, not just receipts. The National Retail Solutions POS system is built for independent retailers who want clear savings, faster lines, and stronger control—without adding a second job after closing. The aim is simple: Keep more of every sale, serve customers quickly, and spot problems early while there’s still time to fix them.
Owners don’t need hype; they need clean entries, stable programs, and tools that work on busy Fridays. That’s the lens here. Each section offers a practical angle, a concrete feature, and one metric to track. Use it as a one-page plan you can run this month and measure next month.
If a tool pays for itself, the proof shows up in the deposit, the drawer, and the shrink report. NRS helps with all three. Deposits rise because you retain more per sale and add online orders without extra staff. Drawers balance because the system removes manual steps that invite mistakes. Shrink drops because alerts and DVR overlays make it hard for small leaks to go unnoticed. That’s the circle: more in, less out, fewer surprises.
1) Run leaner operations with NRS Pay (fully integrated payments)
Payments should be predictable and straightforward to manage. With NRS Pay built into your POS, every sale, refund, and tip posts to the right place automatically, so nightly close is faster and cleaner. One settlement file, matched to one set of reports, means fewer mismatches and less back-office rework. Cashiers move more quickly, receipts can be printed, emailed, or texted, and chargeback responses are easier because transaction data is linked to the sale. The payoff is time saved, fewer errors, smoother checkout—plus clearer books your accountant will appreciate.
2) Lock in margin with Cash Discount, EBT Unlimited, and LottoShield
This is where specific programs protect dollars. Cash Discount gives shoppers a straightforward way to save while the store retains more. EBT Unlimited offers a flat monthly plan with 0¢ per EBT transaction and no transaction limits; stores can also choose a 10¢-per-transaction option if that fits their volume. Pair that with Cash Discount to keep more money in your and your customers’ pockets, and with LottoShield to track lottery from delivery to drawer, flag variances, and simplify reporting—so earned dollars make it to the bank.
3) Turn tobacco scan data into reliable monthly payouts
For tobacco sellers, manufacturer funds are real money. With NRS, eligible retailers can have scan data submitted accurately so multi-pack promotions and buy-downs post the right way. Prices ring correctly at the lane, customers see consistent value, and monthly credits arrive without file juggling. It’s a steady income that supports category margin and keeps compliance tight.
4) Add new orders with NRS Ecommerce and Integrated Delivery
NRS syncs items, prices, and stock from your POS to your store website. Customers place delivery orders online; they flow back to the register like any other sale—no retyping and far fewer mistakes. Fulfillment is handled by trusted partners such as Uber and DoorDash, so you expand reach without hiring drivers.
In practice, your website shows real-time inventory and pricing from the POS; calculates taxes and fees and triggers age-restricted prompts where needed; hands off to drivers with live status updates and proof of delivery; validates addresses and provides delivery-window estimates to reduce failed drops; and posts orders back to the POS for clean end-of-day records. The result is more tickets from nearby shoppers, accurate orders, and fast delivery—using the team you already have.
5) Lower risk with LottoShield alerts, Panic Alarm, Anti-Theft Alerts, and DVR camera integration
Incidents drain time and profit. NRS equips stores with practical safeguards: A patented Panic Alarm button for silent alerts, DVR camera integration that overlays receipt data on video, Anti-Theft Alerts that spotlight suspicious patterns, and LottoShield monitoring that catches lottery issues early. Together, these tools reduce losses, speed investigations, and discourage repeat problems.
6) Move lines faster with purpose-built hardware and checkout software
Speed is revenue. The NRS POS pairs a responsive touchscreen, quick keys, and a customer-facing display to trim seconds from each sale and reduce entry errors. New cashiers reach proficiency quickly, which protects service levels during staffing changes. Shorter waits at rush, fewer voids, and cleaner data mean more capacity with the same team—and a smoother close.
7) Make smarter decisions with Insights, Google Integration, and AI Product Recommendations
Good information should drive the following action. NRS Insights highlights the reports owners use most — top/bottom sellers, low stock, and hourly sales. Google integration helps more local shoppers find your store and in-stock items. AI Product Recommendations point to fast movers in your region, so you prioritize SKUs that move quickly and skip those that tie up cash. Expect stronger turns, fewer outs, and better use of shelf space.
National Retail Solutions (NRS) operates thousands of point-of-sale terminals across the United States and Canada, offering NRS Pay credit card processing and business cash advance funding to small and mid-sized independent retailers. For more information, visit nrsplus.com or call (888) 541-1073.
Elie Y. Katz is the president and CEO of National Retail Solutions (NRS), which operates thousands of point-of-sale terminals across the United States and Canada, offering NRS Pay credit card processing and business cash advance funding to small and mid-sized independent retailers. For more information, visit nrsplus.com or call (888) 541-1073.
