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If you're trying to figure out which POS system actually works for your retail store, you’re not alone.

Here's the quick answer: There are five main types of POS systems retailers use—cloud-based, on-premise, mobile (mPOS), self-service kiosks, and omnichannel systems.

Each has pros and cons, and picking the wrong one can cost you thousands—I've seen it happen more than once.

I’ve worked in retail and ecommerce for over a decade. I’ve set up POS systems for brick-and-mortar shops, online stores, and hybrid businesses.

I’ve seen the impact a good system can have—and the chaos a bad one creates.

So let me walk you through exactly what each type does, who it’s for, and how you can make the right choice for your store.

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I’ve been working in ecommerce for over a decade—helping brands choose the right platforms, launch faster, and grow smarter. I’ve seen Shopify evolve from a simple store builder into one of the most powerful ecommerce tools on the market.

And with the launch of Shopify Horizon in 2025, we’re looking at the biggest leap forward in how stores are designed and managed since Shopify started.

If you're launching a new store or planning a redesign, Horizon changes the game. It gives you more control, faster performance, and a cleaner design system that’s built for how people shop today.

In this guide, I’ll break down what Horizon is, how it improves on past Shopify themes, and which free Horizon themes are actually worth using.

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I’ll be honest, five years ago, I had no idea what a “Consent Management Platform” (CMP) was. I was pretty familiar with things like privacy policies and cookies – but that was about it.

Now, we’re all living a new digital world where consent management is more important and complicated than ever. Usercentrics is a company committed to making compliance with privacy standards simple.

This all-in-one solution provider (and Google-Certified Gold Tier CMP partner), allows companies to automate compliance, access audience insights, and improve marketing performance. In other words, it lets you turn your compliance strategy into a business advantage.

The platform has already captured the attention of some of the world’s biggest brands – like Hello Fresh, Douglas, and Hermes. The best part? Works for companies of all sizes. So is it right for you?

Here are my behind-the-scenes insights.

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