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The choice between old point of sale terminals and modern Scan & Go systems influences every aspect of your business: from daily operations in the store to the cost structure and the expectations of your customers. In this article, we look at the three decisive factors — processes, costs and customer expectations — and show what really changes for you as a retailer when you go to BEEP! Scan & Go Set.

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1. Check-out comparison of processes

Classic cash register

• Customers' articles are scanned one after the other by an employee at the POS terminal
• Payment process using a customer's card, cash or mobile device
• Printing/handing over the receipt

Scan & Go with BEEP!

• Customer scans products himself using a smartphone app
• Mobile payment directly in the app (Apple Pay, Google Pay, credit card)
• Digital receipt automatically available

What is changing

• Speed: Checkout time is significantly reduced
• Staff: Employees are relieved of cashier processes and can concentrate more on advice, replenishing shelves or other business-promoting activities
• Transparency for customers: Real-time shopping cart overview and shopping list in the app minimize scenes such as “forgotten items”

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2. Cost analysis

Classic cash register

• Hardware: Purchase and maintenance of POS terminal, receipt printer and scanner
• installation: Modifications, cabling and software licenses
• Maintenance & updates: Regular service use and spare parts costs
• Space & infrastructure: Fixed areas for cash register area and cash office
• Staff costs: Current wage costs for full or part-time cashiers including social security contributions

Scan & Go with BEEP!

• Hardware: Simple QR code display without additional technology
• installation: Quick connection to your existing cash register system, without any conversion
• Maintenance & updates: Automatic app updates and central support from BEEP!
• Space & infrastructure: Sales space gained due to the elimination of traditional cash stations
• Staff costs: Less staff required at the checkout — your team focuses on service, advice and app support

What is changing

• Lower hardware and space costs: No new cash stations, no additional space required
• Less maintenance: Updates and support run centrally via BEEP!
• Reduced personnel costs: Cashiers are no longer needed non-stop — your team can focus on value-adding tasks

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3. Customer expectations

What your customers want

• speed: Instant checkout without lines
• Convenience: Digital receipts and shopping cart overview via app
• Innovation: Modern shopping experience as a differentiator from the competition

In-store experience

• Classic: Checkout is often the last stop — waiting time leads to stress and the risk of abandonment
• Scan & Go: Customers experience checkout as part of shopping — fluent, fast and intuitive

What is changing

• satisfaction: Saving time ensures positive shopping experiences and returns
• Loyalty: If you shop quickly and conveniently, recommend your store
• Image: You are clearly positioning yourself as an innovative pioneer in local trade

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Practical checklist for BEEP! introduction

✅ BEEP! Become a partner store
✅ Plan QR code display and briefing for employees
✅ Prepare customer communication (notice, social media)

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conclusion

Switching to BEEP! Scan & Go For you as a retailer, this means faster processes, lower overall costs — including personnel costs — and happier customers. Take the next step into the future of retail — simply, risk-free and without major changes.

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