Showing posts with label cloud retailer. Show all posts
Showing posts with label cloud retailer. Show all posts

Saturday, November 1, 2025

Result of meetings with multiple liquor stores in Oklahoma last week

 What a blessing to be able to meet with the owners, managers and staff at over 31 liquor stores in Oklahoma last week! Most of them use the Cloud Retailer Liquor POS software in their stores and they all had a lot of positive things to say about Cloud Retailer.  Here are a few pictures that I took:

 


 Aside from the feedback on Cloud Retailer, we discussed a larger variety of topics like YoY sales data, THC, marketing, dual pricing, and the Oklahoma ABLE Commission.

If I missed getting chance to meet with you, please let me know via my personal email (kevinantosh@gmail.com) - I'm sure that I can make another trip to Oklahoma if enough liquor stores express interest in meeting with me! 

Cheers! 

 

Sunday, June 22, 2025

Liquor Stores: The RLAO Conference and Trade Show is TODAY!!!

 Liquor stores: a quick reminder that the Retail Liquor Association of Oklahoma trade show and conference is taking place TODAY at the Oklahoma City Convention Center! 

  Stop by to score some great deals on products, meet with vendors and suppliers, attend important conferences, and be sure to stop by booth # 536 to pick up some free swag from Cloud Retailer Liquor POS!

 


 

Monday, January 6, 2025

Liquor Stores: New for 2025!

New benefit in using the Cloud Retailer Liquor Store POS Profit System!


 

Link to the free training and open office calendar https://helpdesk.cloudretailer.com/support/solutions/articles/67000716604-cloud-retailer-community-training-schedule-and-calendar

Monday, November 11, 2024

Liquor Stores: Why a liquor store switched from mPower POS to the Cloud Retailer Liquor Store Profit System:

Liquor Stores: Why a liquor store switched from mPower POS to the Cloud Retailer Liquor Store Profit System:

 


I had the opportunity to meet onsite with this liquor store and would be happy to share more details regarding their reasons for switching (they tried Korona POS as well). You can reach me at 208-340-5632 or kevinantosh@gmail.com

Monday, September 30, 2024

Cloud Retailer and the One Billion Dollar Mark

 

Cloud Retailer Surpasses $1 Billion in Transactions, Strengthening Small Retailers and Local Communities

In the last 12 months Cloud Retailer - a software system (POS, etc) for liquor stores has transacted more than a billion dollars in beer wine liquor sales for small and medium liquor stores across the country.

$1 billion in beer/wine/liquor sales

Cloud Retailer, the leading Liquor Store Software in the U.S., is thrilled to announce a significant milestone: over $1 billion in beer, wine, and liquor transactions processed through its platform in the past 12 months. This marks a major success for Cloud Retailer and the small retailers who rely on its innovative solutions to enhance their operations and profitability.

This accomplishment is more than just a financial milestone; it represents a significant impact on local economies across the country. With over $1 billion in transactions, Cloud Retailer has helped keep an additional $147 million within local communities. This retention of revenue is crucial, as studies show that for every $100 spent locally, at least $68 remains in the local economy—substantially more than what is retained when money is spent at big box retailers.

Cloud Retailer helps address the unique challenges faced by small liquor retailers, offering a solution that streamlines operations, reduces costs, and increases profitability. In a market where profit margins can be razor-thin, Cloud Retailer empowers store owners to thrive by offering advanced features like Dual Pricing, which mitigates credit card fees, loyalty programs to boost customer engagement, and AI-driven inventory management to optimize stock levels.

"Surpassing $1 billion in transactions is a testament to the power of our technology and the dedication of the small retailers we serve," said Rick Feuling, CEO of Cloud Retailer. "Our mission has always been to empower these entrepreneurs with the tools they need to succeed, and now we have proof that we're making a real difference.”

Cloud Retailer’s system is more than just a point-of-sale solution—it’s a comprehensive profit system that redefines how liquor stores operate. By reducing payment fees, cutting labor costs, and minimizing inventory shrinkage, Cloud Retailer ensures that small retailers can compete effectively in a highly competitive market.

The impact of this achievement extends beyond the individual businesses using the platform. The additional $147 million retained in local communities highlights the vital role that small retailers play in sustaining local economies. By choosing Cloud Retailer, these businesses improve their own bottom lines while contributing to the economic well-being of their communities.

Source: Cloud Retailer


About Cloud Retailer

Cloud Retailer® Liquor Store Profit System provides next generation tools for point-of-sale, inventory control, security safeguards, and more tailored to help your beer, wine or liquor store increase sales and increase profit.

Cloud Retailer
1001 2ND STREET S , #STE 100
Sartell, mn
56377

Sunday, July 21, 2024

Liquor Stores: Why are you still using a POS System?

 

POS Systems for liquor stores are great at tracking inventory and providing reports. A Liquor Store Profit System will decrease expenses and increase revenue. 

Which is better for your beer, wine or liquor store - a "peaked in high school" POS system or a Liquor Store Profit System that continues to grow as your store grows? 

Check out the Cloud Retailer Liquor Store Profit System that is used by many of the Beverage Dynamics Top 100 liquor stores. www.cloudretailer.com 888-267-7483 sales@cloudretailer.com

Monday, March 11, 2024

Liquor Stores: What a Texas Liquor Store Owner Has to Say about Cloud Retailer

 Honest feedback from a liquor store owner in Texas about their experience using the Cloud Retailer Liquor Store POS Profit System. Learn more about the Cloud Retailer Liquor Store POS Profit System by emailing sales@cloudretailer.com, calling 888-267-7483 or visiting https://www.cloudretailer.com/

 


 

Monday, October 2, 2023

Beer and Wine Stores in Pennsylvania: The 2023 MBDA Conference is this month!

 RITE Cloud Retailer Liquor Store POS is a proud sponsor on the MBDA and will have a booth at the MBDA annual convention.

 


 

 

Monday, February 14, 2022

Why EZ Sprits POS Users are Switching to Cloud Retailer POS

 The folks at EZ Spirits POS in Kansas have set a Feb 28, 2022 deadline for customers to use one of two companies for credit card processing/merchant services. If the customer does not switch to either Heartland or Processing Partners for merchant services, the integrated processing will not work in EZ Spirits.

This has prompted several liquor stores in Kansas to switch to the Cloud Retailer liquor store point of sale software. Unlike EZ Spirits, integrated credit card processing in Cloud Retailer POS can work with multiple processors like First Data, Heartland, TSYS, NAB, Clearent, and Beyond.


Tuesday, August 31, 2021

The Adventures of Bob the Liquor Store Owner

 While I recover from surgery and prepare for another surgery (which, God willing, will happen sooner than later), I am going to be including a work related cartoon based around the life of Bob who owns a liquor store. 




Tuesday, January 12, 2021

Welcome to the First new Customers of 2021!

A quick shout out to retailers that have signed on recently for point of sale hardware, software and services. I am so grateful for all of you putting your trust in me!

  • CJ Eateries - 22 location chain in Oregon - moving from Microsoft RMS/HQ to Cloud Retailer
  • Owasso Liquor - Oklahoma - moving from Microsoft RMS to Cloud Retailer
  • Total Health - Idaho -support and services to upgrade their Microsoft RMS point of sale system


Tuesday, January 5, 2021

Updated for 2021: Microsoft RMS vs. Retailer Management Hero (RMH) vs Cloud Retailer

 A quick comparison of running sales transactions, inventory, purchasing, reporting and merchant services in the Microsoft Dynamics RMS, Retail Management Hero (RMH) and Cloud Retailer point of sale software programs.



For questions or comments, please contact me at kevinantosh@gmail.com or 208-340-5632.

Wednesday, December 9, 2020

Retail Management Hero or Cloud Retailer: Which is a better replacement for Microsoft RMS?

Designed to help you decide whether Retail Management Hero (RMH) or Cloud Retailer is a better replacement option for the Microsoft Dynamics RMS point of sale software.

One Update: RMH is available globally while Cloud Retailer is designed only for retailers in the United States.





For questions or suggestions, please contact me at kevinantosh@gmail.com or 208-340-5632.

Monday, October 26, 2020

A List of the modules and plug ins for the Cloud Retailer point of sale software

I've had around a half dozen retailers contact me asking for more information about the various plug ins and modules for the Cloud Retailer point of sale software (Cloud Retailer is point of sale software designed as a direct low cost replacement for the Microsoft Dynamics RMS point of sale software as well as software for medium sized retailers with more that $1M in annual gross sales).  Here you go:

Cloud Retailer Add On and Module List

Add Ons*
(click on link for related video if available)
  • Antivirus: Professional grade Anti-virus/malware software
  • Supplier Integration (Fintech):            Liquor industry supplier
  • QuickBooks Integration: Either QuickBooks for Windows or QuickBooks online
  • PurePOS: Limits the computer to only POS software
  • Base Alert Configuration: 50 email alerts per month on store level            activities or events like voids, discounts, low stock
  • 250 Alert Per Month Pack:                 If using more than 50 alerts per month
  • Customization (per hour):               Hours needed to create a customization
  • Additional Data Pack: Needed If a stores database exceeds 2GB
  • 50GB plus databases:                        Needed If a stores database exceeds 50gb
  • Microsoft PowerBI:                         Integration with Microsoft Business Intelligence
  • Magento e-commerce (basic):           Integration with a basic e-commerce site from Magento
  • Magento e-commerce (advanced):    Integration with an advanced e-commerce site from Magento
  • 1014 Reporting (PA):                      Report required for liquor stores in PA
  • OLCC Reporting (OR):                    Report required for liquor stores in OR
  • WSLCB Reporting:
    Report required for liquor stores in WA
  • AC Nielsen Export:                             Export data for an AC Neilsen report
  • Additional EDI import formats:         Data Interchange importing setup and configuration

 
*please contact RITE at 888-267-7483 or sales@rite.us for current pricing
Module*
(click on link for related video if available)
  • End Of Day Reconciliation: End of day close out process
  • Shelf Tag Printing: How to print shelf tags& barcode labels/tags
  • Gift Card Creation And Processing:     How to create and redeem gift cards
  • Employee Time Clock:  How to use the employee time clock
  • Setting Up Basic Promotions:            How to create general sales and related promotions like discounting
  • Rentals / Kegs: How to use the keg rental feature
  • Inventory:   More in depth inventory training that includes  purchase orders, inventory transfers and physical inventory counts  
  • Creating and managing orders:          How to setup and use work orders, layaway's, and  special orders
  • Basic Product Importing:                   How to import products from supplier catalogs or  similar sources
  • Regional Permissions:                         How to restrict leadership at one location from accessing another store locations data.
  • Importing Of Other Data Types:         How to import non-inventory data
  • POS Installation Training: How to install and configure Cloud Retailer POS  without assistance from RITE
  • Introduction To Creating Custom Reports: How to use the built in tool for creating custom reports
  • Advanced Commands And Workflows: How to manipulate and adjust commands and software work flows in Cloud Retailer   

Wednesday, October 21, 2020

Facebook Group for Liquor Store Point of Sale Software Discussion

 The folks at RITE have started a Facebook group designed for the discussion of point of sale software designed for liquor stores. The group is just getting started so now is a great time to join and share your thoughts or ask questions: https://www.facebook.com/groups/751859958997672


Monday, July 6, 2020

RITE Waives Contactless Payment Change Fees for Cloud Retailer and Card Defender Customers.

July 7th, 2020: RITE (Retail Information Technology Enterprises) is now waiving change fee's for customers who want to adjust their Cloud Retailer POS software or their Card Defender for Microsoft RMS software to accept contactless payments. This is a great way for retailers to reduce a common touch point in their store to help mitigate the spread of COVID 19.

Retailers using Card Defender or Cloud Retailer can reach RITE tech support at support@rite.us or by calling 888-267-7483. Note that RITE is only able to assist retailers whose payment terminals are under RITE's control.

If you want to learn more about Card Defender for Microsoft RMS or the new Cloud Retailer point of sale software (including what contactless payments are accepted), please contact RITE at sales@rite.us or by calling 888-267-7483.


Wednesday, March 25, 2020

Video Overview of Cloud Retailer Loyalty Program

When showing retailer the Cloud Retailer point of sale software program to retailers, I am often asked about the available customer loyalty module for Cloud Retailer. The video below gives a great overview:


If you have any questions about Cloud Retailer or point of sale systems in general, please contact me at kevinantosh@gmail.com or 208-340-5632.