Ashley's Tech Blog: Maximize Your Club's Revenue by Selling Merchandise with an Efficient POS System

Looking to boost revenue streams and create a stronger community among your players? Consider the power of selling merchandise right from your own facility. It’s vital to understand the importance of diversifying revenue streams by offering merchandise, food, gift cards, beverages, stringing services, and more. By doing so, you can tap into additional sources of income while providing added convenience to your players!

But what exactly should you sell to appeal to your members and players? And what should club owners look for in a POS system?

Branded Merchandise

Whether you’re part of a facility, a solo instructor, or anything in between, branded merchandise can serve as an extension of your brand to drive loyalty and to serve as free advertising. Well-designed apparel, accessories, and gear with your organization’s name will entice loyal players that want to represent their favorite local businesses. Plus, the more people who wear your branded merch, the more promotion and recognition you’ll gain. 

Top-of-the-Line Gear

As a club owner or teaching pro, you’re an expert. And dedicated players want to use what the pros are using, plain and simple. Whether it’s the latest and greatest new racquet, cutting-edge footwear, or apparel that promotes agility and swiftness during play, many players will want to stay on top of new trends or classic favorites. Make it easy for them to check out the high-performance gear, apparel, and equipment they see on the courts through a pro shop or even your front desk.

The Solution: a Seamless POS System 

Once you’ve nailed down your club’s tangible offerings, it’s time to select the right POS system that will allow you to provide a hassle-free experience for both players and staff. A powerful web-browser based POS system is key for a successful pro-shop or even if you’d like to sell items at your front desk. It should effectively manage your inventory, allow you to invoice, provide discounts, and collect payments through various methods.

Running a club or instructor business already has its complexities. Keep things simple for you and your staff by opting for a web-based POS system that offers flexibility and smart tools, like inventory management. Whether you’re checking out players from a mobile device, laptop, desktop, or tablet, you should have the freedom to choose the device that best suits your needs. 

The ideal POS system should also allow you to easily process transactions in real-time, through invoicing, or adding a transaction fee to a member’s account that can be paid with other transactions at once through batch billing. It should also allow you to provide discounts and to take payments through credit card, cash, check, or gift cards. 

A comprehensive POS system should include inventory management, allowing you to track stock levels and make informed decisions on restocking and pricing strategies that help ensure you can meet customer demand without overstocking or running out of essential items. It should streamline purchasing processes, allowing businesses to make informed decisions about when and how much to reorder. Plus, it should help identify and eliminate inefficiencies in the supply chain, such as slow-moving or obsolete inventory, while reducing errors through automation of routine tasks. 

With CourtReserve's efficient POS system solution, you’ll have everything you need to maximize revenue and create a memorable experience for your players. Whether you're looking to boost sales, increase member trust and loyalty, strengthen your brand, or enhance community engagement, our platform empowers you to take your club to the next level. Get started today and discover the endless possibilities for growth and success!

Ready to start your club management journey? Reach out to the CourtReserve team for a demo.