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One of the most important considerations that a cafe, restaurant or takeaway has to think about is accurate customer orders especially with today’s stricter requirements for food labelling, allergies and customer order exceptions.  Add to that the increase in orders from multiple channels including in-store, kiosk  / self-service, drive through...

The Star mC-Print™ is a small yet powerful printer that combines Star’s innovative technology and functionality.  Already available in 2” and 3” versions with direct connectivity to iOS devices, it’s now available as a USB-C® version with Star mCP31C and mCP31CB for direct connectivity, power delivery and internet connection to...

Why the mPOP can help your salon run efficiently Due to Covid-19 and the lockdown restrictions, salons have only just re-opened with strict hygiene and social distancing rules to abide by. This means your salon will need to have a POS and operating system that can book appointments, take payments...

Food safety and allergy labelling is one of the most important considerations that a café, restaurant or takeaway has to concern itself with, especially if your business is preparing food products on site. In October 2021 Natasha’s Law will come into place, meaning that there will be stricter requirements for pre-packaged...

There have been many questions surrounding the future of the hospitality industry with the easing of lockdown restrictions, particularly how businesses such as pubs and bars will operate with social distancing rules.  With the announcement that outdoor areas and pubs with beer gardens could be allowed to reopen soon in...

  As the lockdown restrictions begin to ease somewhat, businesses especially restaurants, cafés and coffee shops are thinking about how they will protect their customers and staff. Creating a safer and more contactless environment ironically goes against the very nature of hospitality but from enclosed dining pods to temperature checks...

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In the world of retail and hospitality point of sale, the choice of connectivity for receipt and order printers is a crucial decision that can significantly impact the efficiency and functionality of your business operations....
In today's competitive business landscape, creating a memorable brand image and nurturing customer engagement are crucial. While many business owners focus on marketing strategies and customer experiences, one often overlooked opportunity lies right in front of them: the humble receipt....

Press

International POS printer manufacturer Star Micronics demonstrates its continued focus on the labelling market following the introduction of the mC-Label3 and TSP143IVSK printers, designed to print permanent and repositionable labels, food orders, delivery and takeaway labels for hospitality as well as product labels for retail, healthcare and logistics.  Building on...

Star Micronics launches their managed cloud service, StarPrinter.Online. It allows businesses to print directly from a web server and more....

27.04.23, High Wycombe: International POS solutions provider Star Micronics announces today that global financial technology company SumUp has integrated the Star mC-Print3 packaged printer into the recently launched SumUp Kiosk, designed by Melford Technologies Ltd. Transforming how businesses process orders across retail and hospitality, the kiosk responds to the growing...

Complete POS solution for hospitality from POSUP and Star   In response to the huge technological shift in recent years when it comes to dine-in, delivery and takeaway, venues are under pressure to meet ever greater demand for convenience, choice and flexible ordering in an increasingly digital landscape.  By investing...

Innovative Retail Technology from Star Micronics at The Retail Technology Show 2023, London   Without a doubt, innovative retail technology has an increasingly important role to play in meeting customer expectations.  In particular, the growth of hybrid shopping is augmenting the role of such technology in order to facilitate a...

Star Micronics launches mC-Print POS printers with USB-C port and USB Power Delivery With the growing adoption of the USB-C® standard, international POS printer manufacturer Star Micronics announces the launch of the latest additions to its mC-Print3™ series. The mCP31C and mCP31CB, equipped with a USB-C port support standard communication...

Events

Visit Hospitality Tech Expo at London Excel 15-16 October 2024 for the latest in hospitality point of sale, food labelling, online ordering, take-away and delivery solutions from Star https://www.hospitalitytechexpo.co.uk/...
International POS solutions provider Star Micronics announces today that it is joining Tickamore, a leading provider of ticketing and visitor management technology solutions, on Stand 18 at SITEM (3 - 4 April 2024), Carrousel du Louvre, Paris....
At the Retail Technology Show 2024 (24 – 25 April, Olympia, London), international POS hardware solutions provider Star Micronics will be demonstrating its latest point-of-sale technology with a range of POS, payment and kiosk solutions on Stand 6G10....
At EuroCIS 2024 (27 - 29 February, Dusseldörf, Germany), international POS hardware solutions provider Star Micronics will be demonstrating its latest point-of-sale technology with a range of POS, payment and kiosk solutions at Hall 9 / A14....
At Hospitality Tech Expo, London Excel 10th and 11th October, we will be showing our latest printing solutions for front of house, kitchen and self-service kiosks as well as innovative labelling solutions for food prep and delivery. ...

Innovative Retail Technology from Star Micronics at The Retail Technology Show 2023, London   Without a doubt, innovative retail technology has an increasingly important role to play in meeting customer expectations.  In particular, the growth of hybrid shopping is augmenting the role of such technology in order to facilitate a...

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Vets Now is the UK’s leading pet emergency service providing urgent and emergency care for pets from 60 sites across the UK.  With around 2000 staff, Vets Now takes around 2 million calls a year from its customers, treating over 200k urgent and emergency cases in its clinics and hospitals...

Without a doubt, as consumption habits erode traditional ordering patterns resulting in food and beverages being increasingly ordered on mobile apps or Click & Collect sites, many hospitality businesses have had to pivot and adapt in order to facilitate the shift.  On the upside, this has provided new opportunities to...

Clip ‘n Climb climbing centres recently approached MP Digital, a web development agency with over 22 years’ experience and a team of specialists producing bespoke customer engagement solutions focused on online purchasing experiences.  With an existing online booking system that was unable to handle the pressures of a growing multi-centre...

Witnessing a staggering 25% increase in spending on hardware and software in the last 2 years, it’s fair to say retail and hospitality businesses have unleashed something of a technological renaissance. In a resounding validation of the technology-driven trend sweeping the retail and hospitality sectors, Wisk-it.com announces its groundbreaking launch...

Mobile Order & Pay has proved to be a lifeline for many hospitality operators during the pandemic, allowing them to react to changing restrictions and trade safely with both Order to Table and Pickup. As we re-emerge back to ‘normality’, many businesses continue to adapt their operational procedures to embrace...

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many businesses to review not only how they operate, but also how to pivot in such a way that the business can thrive in a challenging and unpredictable environment.  With social distancing and venues seeking ways to enhance customer service, a plethora of food and...