Lightning Online Point of SaleSM 

Lightning is a fast and easy-to-use cloud based retail Point of Sale solution system. It runs on any browser. Simply open and log in. Our program is now faster than ever!  And, it's scalable - from a stand-alone single point of sale register operation system to a multi store environment or a national franchise operation. It is robust, reliable and responsive.

Features

Log In

Start by signing into our site, which will then automatically launch a setup wizard if you are logging in for the first time.

Ring Sales

Ring lightning quick sales, process credit cards, gift cards, touch screen interface, signature capture pads, customer management, loyalty program, expenses, voids and much more.

Robust Marketing Center

Be better than your competition!  Lightning has specific marketing tools built into its POS systems for retail stores  that can greatly enhance their customers' check out experience. 

Strong Employee Control

The administrator can be notified, via email, when a particular event takes place.  i.e.  a product return, voided transaction, inventory adjustments and more.  Plus, receive your nightly closeout report on your smart phone.  Always be in the know.

Loyalty Rewards Program

Keep your customers coming back by setting up an efficient customer loyalty rewards program.  Use loyalty cards or the customer’s mobile number.  Have more than one location? That's even better.

Superior Technical Support

Customers should expect 98% of their calls to  be answered on the second ring, seven days a week,
 including holidays, with zero hold times.  Really! Looking for an asterisk, there is none.

Today's Sales

A simple click of the mouse brings up a wealth of information regarding  your store's activity of the day, including profitability, items sold, sales journals etc.  

Quickbooks Online

QuickBooks Online is the leader in accounting software for small businesses which allows Lightning Online Point of Sale users to post sales information along with accounts payables directly into your accounting package. Click here for more information. 

Inventory Management

Our Inventory system keeps track of your inventory,  sales history and purchase history and provides you information in a graphical view or text.

Recouping Credit Card Processing Fees

Cash Discounting/Convenience Fee are two methods that allow a retailer to pass along to the consumer one of their highest costs of doing business ie the credit card fees 

Automatic Backup and Archive

Lightning backups are automated and stored in our secure data center.

Lightning Emergency Mode

Lightning Emergency Mode is an add-on product to our Lightning Online Point of Sale® primary application. This add-on is considered a must have for all users. Since Lightning Online Point of Sale® is contingent on your store's internet ​​connection, what happens if your store, or our multiple servers, experience a connectivity issue? We have that covered!  With Emergency Mode your business can continue to check-out customers while connectivity issues are being resolved.*  

*Emergency Mode requires setup prior to an emergency.
Lightning POS with Emergency mode

Cryptocurrency

Currently, we are developing technology to offer cryptocurrencies as a tender option.  Although today, cryptocurrencies are viewed largely as a speculative investment, we have seen evidence of it eventually becoming a legitimate option for the payment of goods and services in everyday life. By the late fourth quarter 2024, Lightning On-Line POS as well as Lightning E-Commerce will be able to accept Cryptocurrency payments from their customers In-Store and Online. 

Our Partners

Lightning has forged strong partnerships with major companies which enhances our family of products.  From Intuit QuickBooks Online,  Drizly, MiniBar, Delivery.com, Beverage Media, Wine Fetch, Bottlenose, Microsoft Excel, Constant Contact, VeriFone.

Learn more about delivery services in general from Lightning integrations and beyond.   

If you plan on participating, this link is a highly recommended read.  Click here.