POS Business Setup

1.1. Accessing and Registering Your Business.

Accessing the POS System

Step 1: Navigate to the Trandau Website

• Open your web browser
• Go to the main homepage: https://trandau.net
• Look for the "POS" link in the navigation menu
• Click on this link - it will open the POS system in a new tab

Step 2: Access the POS Login Page

• The POS system will open at **https://trandau.net/pos/public/
• You'll see the login screen with options to sign in or register a new business

Registering Your Business

Step 1: Start Registration

• On the POS page (https://trandau.net/pos/public/)
• Look for the "Register" button at the top right corner of the page
• Click this button to begin the registration process

Step 2: Enter Business Information Details

• Business Name: Enter your official business name as registered
• Business Type: Select from options like Retail, Restaurant, Service, etc.
• Currency: Choose your primary operating currency
• Financial Year: Select when your financial year starts
• Business Logo: Upload your company logo (recommended size: 300x300px)
• Time Zone: Select your business location's time zone

Step 3: Enter Contact Information

• Business Phone: Your primary contact number
• Business Email: Official email address for notifications
• Website: Your business website (optional)
• Business Address: Complete physical address including:
  • Street address
  • City/Town
  • State/Province
  • Postal/ZIP code
  • Country

Step 4: Create Administrator Account

• Owner Name: Full name of the business owner
• Email Address: This will be your login username
• Password: Create a strong password
  • Must be at least 10 characters
  • Should include uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters
  • Avoid using easily guessable information
• Confirm Password: Re-enter your password

Step 7: Review and Confirm

• Carefully check all entered information
• Read and accept the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy
• Click "Complete Registration" to finalize your business setup

Step 8: Verification Process

• A verification email will be sent to your registered email address
• Click the verification link in the email to activate your account
• Once verified, you'll be directed to your new business dashboard

After Registration: Initial Setup Checklist

After registering your business, you should complete these important setup tasks:

1. Configure Tax Settings:

   • Set up tax rates applicable to your business
   • Configure tax groups if you have multiple tax types

2. Add Business Locations:

   • If you have multiple stores/branches, add each location
   • Customize settings for each location as needed

3. Create User Accounts:

   • Add accounts for staff members who will use the system
   • Assign appropriate roles and permissions

4. Import Initial Data:

   • Upload your product catalog
   • Import customer database
   • Enter opening inventory counts

5. Customize Receipt Templates:

   • Add your business details to receipts
   • Customize layout and information displayed