Empowering Small and Medium Enterprises with Advanced Payment Management
Mercado Pago, a leading payment processing platform in Latin America, has unveiled a new point-of-sale (POS) system specifically designed for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). This innovative solution aims to professionalize business administration and foster growth by integrating essential features into a single, user-friendly tool.
Key Features of the New POS System
- Inventory Management: The system offers real-time inventory tracking, helping businesses reduce losses from internal theft and streamline stock control.
- Cash Management: The cash management feature enables businesses to record sales income and improve cash handling, minimizing risks and enhancing financial visibility.
- Performance Metrics: Access to key performance indicators allows businesses to make data-driven decisions, such as analyzing weekly sales trends.
Expert Insights and Market Demand
Enrique Horcasitas, Director of SMEs at Mercado Pago, emphasized the importance of this new solution: “This system not only complements our payment methods but also integrates inventory control, cash management, employee management, and key performance data visualization into a single tool.”
A recent survey conducted by Mercado Pago among over 3,000 businesses revealed that:
- Lack of Management Software: 88% of entrepreneurs reported not having access to a management software that includes sales data, top-selling products, and other key indicators.
- Unified Inventory and Sales View: 74% of respondents believed that having a unified view of inventory and sales enhances efficiency and provides a competitive advantage.
Seamless Integration and Pricing
The new POS software seamlessly integrates with Mercado Pago’s existing ecosystem of tools and can be accessed via computer, tablet, or connected to the Smart terminal. This flexibility allows businesses to manage their operations from any device.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the new POS system from Mercado Pago? It’s a comprehensive solution designed for SMEs, integrating inventory management, cash control, employee management, and key performance metrics into a single platform.
- Why is this new POS system important for SMEs? It addresses the common challenges faced by small businesses, such as lack of proper management software and limited visibility into sales data and inventory.
- How does the new POS system improve business operations? By offering real-time inventory tracking, cash management features, and access to key performance metrics, the system helps businesses reduce losses, improve financial visibility, and make data-driven decisions.
- How can SMEs access the new POS system? The solution is available for use with a monthly subscription of 99 pesos or an annual plan for 950 pesos.
