# Tablet-Based POS Units The Petrosoft SmartPOS Tablet Edition Helps During Peak Periods By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-12-16 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petrosoft-smartpos-tablet-edition References: [csnews](https://www.csnews.com/petrosoft-smartpos-tablet-edition) & [petrosoftinc](https://www.petrosoftinc.com)  Point of sale (POS) systems have previously been associated with a stationary design, which is something the Petrosoft SmartPOS Tablet Edition is intended to help change with a truly convenient functionality. The [tablet-based POS system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microtouch-products) was unveiled at the 2021 NACS Show and maintains a [mobile functionality](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tcx-m7) that will enable operators to move with it rather than being chained to a single location. This will enable them to help offer competitive support for customers during peak traffic times that could occur daily or on a seasonal basis. The Petrosoft SmartPOS Tablet Edition is capable of being easily transferred around thanks to its [plug-and-play setup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pointofsale-terminals) and doesn't require too much time or capital investment to be incorporated, which will no doubt make it an appealing option for retailers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [Retail](https://www.trendhunter.com/retail) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mobile Point of Sale:** The Petrosoft SmartPOS Tablet Edition is disrupting traditional stationary POS systems with its mobile functionality, creating opportunities for businesses to serve customers on the go. - **Convenient POS Solutions:** As a plug-and-play setup, the Petrosoft SmartPOS Tablet Edition offers an easy-to-implement solution for busy retailers, creating opportunities for businesses seeking more streamlined processes. - **Flexible Business Operations:** The mobility of the Petrosoft SmartPOS Tablet Edition allows for greater flexibility in business operations and the ability to serve customers more efficiently, creating opportunities for businesses looking to improve their customer service. ### Where This Applies - **Retail:** The Petrosoft SmartPOS Tablet Edition offers a mobile and easy-to-implement POS solution, creating opportunities for retailers looking to streamline their processes and improve customer experience. - **Hospitality:** The mobility of the Petrosoft SmartPOS Tablet Edition creates opportunities for hospitality businesses to offer tableside payments and increase efficiency during peak periods. - **Pop-up Events:** The mobility and flexibility of the Petrosoft SmartPOS Tablet Edition creates opportunities for pop-up events and temporary businesses to easily set up and create a seamless customer experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Convenient Portable POS Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/square-handheld.md) - [Cost-Effective POS Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sound-pos.md) - [Connected Restaurant Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/TCx-M11.md) - [All-In-One Tablet Payment Terminals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-square-stand.md) - [Small Retailer EPoS Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shopmate-360.md) - [Hybrid Self-Checkout Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-bora-bora-pos-system.md) - [Modular Customization POS Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toshiba-tcx-900.md) - [Contemporary Point-Of-Sale Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibe-retail.md) - [High-Performance Retail POS Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/histone.md)