Square has launched a cutting-edge handheld point-of-sale system, engineered specifically to address the dynamic demands of high-traffic bakery-cafes and dining venues. This device marks a significant leap in streamlining customer interactions.
Weighing a mere 0.34 kilograms and boasting a sleek 1.6-centimeter thickness, the Square Handheld combines portability with robust durability. Engineered for prolonged use, its battery life supports an entire work shift, allowing personnel to efficiently manage orders and process payments directly at the customer's table, on outdoor seating areas, or behind the bar.
This advanced tool empowers service staff to manage transactions and take orders seamlessly at the point of interaction. By minimizing waiting times and optimizing service delivery, businesses can significantly elevate customer contentment and accelerate table turnover rates, as highlighted by the company's recent announcement.
The Square Handheld comes equipped with several vital features, including an extended battery life with dependable Wi-Fi and offline transaction capabilities, a robust design resistant to water and dust, and an optional protective case for added durability. Additionally, it integrates a camera for barcode scanning, facilitating merchandise or beverage sales.
Beyond the handheld device, Square is rolling out new functionalities and integrations designed to further benefit the restaurant sector. These include an item splitting feature to simplify calculations for group bills, a seamless integration with DoorDash for centralized menu and pricing management, and QR code payments on receipts, allowing patrons to settle bills independently and freeing up staff for other duties.
Square has also unveiled a new management capability for restaurants, offering a single, unified dashboard where teams can update and modify menus across all branches and channels, both online and offline, ensuring consistency and efficiency.