For retailers and small businesses across Alaska, the holiday season brings a powerful opportunity—if you’re prepared. The surge in customers and a flurry of shopping around supplies, food, and other products means one thing: your systems need to be efficient, secure, and smart.
This is where POS systems like Clover®, offered by Cornerstone Credit Services, shine. A customizable POS solution doesn’t just process payments; it delivers the insights you need to track performance, manage inventory, forecast demand, and even help you navigate sales tax rules that may apply depending on where your customers are from.
Whether you’re selling home goods, fishing supplies, or festive gift baskets, here’s how to use your POS data to gain an advantage during the busiest weeks of the year.
Streamline sales, track inventory, and optimize staffing with Clover—book your setup now with Cornerstone Credit before the holiday rush begins.
Forecast Demand with Confidence
The holidays can be chaotic, but they don’t have to be unpredictable. With the analytics features in Clover’s software, you can look back at previous sale history and make smarter forecasts.
For example, if your store saw a 40% spike in school supplies and food purchases during last year’s holiday season, your data can guide what you need to stock and when. Many consumers plan their holiday prep shopping around tax exempt periods or promotions.
Use POS insights to:
- Set accurate start date and end date targets for sales
- Monitor customer flow by office location or store locations
- Optimize your employees’ schedules based on demand
Manage Inventory Smarter, Not Harder
Out-of-stock items equal lost revenue. Overstocked items take up space and cost money. Clover’s built-in inventory tracking helps you avoid both.
You’ll be able to:
- Monitor top-selling products in real time
- Restock efficiently
- Quickly update or add existing items to your catalog
- Track sales tax and item categories where applicable
In most states, merchants are required to collect sales tax, even if they are based in Alaska, which does not have state sales tax. However, local sales tax rules may still apply. With Clover, you can easily verify tax settings, charge sales tax where needed, and track tax-exempt items like food and groceries, if eligible.
Streamline Your Operations with Data-Driven Tools
As the volume of customers, guests, and transactions grows, your POS should help you simplify operations—not slow them down.
Clover helps you:
- Accept mobile payments, Apple Pay, Google Wallet, and credit cards
- Enable online ordering and fast delivery
- Empower employees with skills to handle holiday demands
- Automate reporting and reduce security risks
- Set job requirements, assign responsibilities, and monitor staff who perform tasks like stocking, creating displays, or even answering phones.
Whether you’re hiring part time positions to fill seasonal gaps or relying on existing staff, Clover makes it easy to track duties, optimize performance, and stay compliant with laws around labor and payment processing.
Maximize Seasonal Sales with Gift Cards and Loyalty Rewards
Holiday shoppers are often looking for flexible gift options. Offering branded gift cards is a simple way to boost revenue and bring in new clients. With Clover, you can easily set up digital or physical gift card options that integrate directly into your POS.
Additionally, Clover’s built-in customer loyalty tools allow you to:
- Reward repeat customers with points or discounts
- Customize promotions based on purchase behavior
- Encourage post-holiday returns and upsells
These features don’t just increase holiday revenue—they help you build long-term customer relationships.
Why Clover with Cornerstone Is the Perfect Fit
The holiday rush can make or break your seasonal profits. But with the right POS systems, powered by Clover and supported by Cornerstone Credit Services, you’re equipped to handle the spike in sales, payments, and operational demands.
We offer:
- 24/7 support across all office locations
- Expert installation tailored to your business model
- A free consultation to assess your holiday readiness
- Fully customizable POS setups with industry-leading security
Our team works closely with you to prepare your employees, optimize software, and ensure you’re taking full advantage of every tax holiday, promotion, and consumer trend this season.
Start Preparing Today—Your Holiday Success Starts with POS Data
The beginning of the season is the best time to review your responsibilities, update your job description for seasonal hires, and implement the right tools to operate at full speed. With Clover’s rich analytics and holiday prep capabilities, you can move from reactive to proactive—confidently navigating tax policies, payment complexities, and shifting customer behavior.
Interested in making this your smoothest holiday yet? Schedule your free consultation with Cornerstone today.