--- title: What is a POS? description: POS stands for Point of Sale and refers to the place where a sale is completed directly between a merchant and a customer – typically in a physical store. A POS system digitally supports sales process --- [Skip to content](https://support.ikas.com/what-is-a-pos#main-content) - [English](https://support.ikas.com/what-is-a-pos) - [Deutsch](https://support.ikas.com/de/was-ist-ein-pos) English Show submenu for translations [![ikas](https://support.ikas.com/hs-fs/hubfs/G%C3%B6r%C3%BCnt%C3%BC%2019.03.2025%2018.54.jpeg?width=150&height=70&name=G%C3%B6r%C3%BCnt%C3%BC%2019.03.2025%2018.54.jpeg)](https://ikas.com/) Open main navigation Close main navigation - - [English](https://support.ikas.com/what-is-a-pos) - [Deutsch](https://support.ikas.com/de/was-ist-ein-pos) English Show submenu for translations - [Go to ikas.com](https://ikas.com/) [Go to ikas.com](https://ikas.com/) Support Center - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. 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For multiple registers within a single store, you can create different terminals with individual names in the physical store module. However, if you have different store locations, a separate physical store module is required for each location, as each store can only have one inventory location.   ### Key Features of the POS - **Location of use:** The POS is used in physical retail locations – such as brick-and-mortar shops, pop-up stores, or trade fairs. - **Hardware integration:** POS systems often support external devices like receipt printers, cash drawers, scanners, or card readers. - **Offline functionality:** Many POS systems can function offline – sales can be recorded without an internet connection and synchronized later. - **Payment methods:** Various payment options can be offered, such as cash, debit/credit cards, or contactless payments via smartphone. - **Customer engagement on-site:** The POS allows you to view customer profiles, manage discounts, or offer personalized services. - **Centralized management:** All sales – whether online or in-store – are collected in a centralized dashboard, giving you a comprehensive overview of your revenue across all channels.       💡 Check out the following articles to learn more about using POS Lite: - 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