Tower Systems
Retail POS systems
Retail management software
POS software
Retail software
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What is Tower Systems
Tower Systems is a retail point-of-sale and retail management software suite used by specialty retailers to run in-store checkout and day-to-day store operations. It typically supports product and pricing management, inventory control, purchasing, customer management, and reporting, with options that vary by deployment and region. The product is commonly positioned for independent and multi-store retailers that want an integrated POS plus back-office workflow rather than a standalone checkout app.
Integrated POS and back office
The product combines checkout with core retail operations such as inventory, purchasing, and customer records in one system. This reduces the need to stitch together separate tools for POS and store management. For retailers that prioritize a single operational database over multiple apps, this can simplify daily workflows and reporting.
Supports specialty retail workflows
Tower Systems is commonly used in specialty retail contexts where product catalogs, supplier ordering, and stock control are central. These environments often require tighter linkage between sales, replenishment, and inventory valuation than basic POS tools provide. This makes it suitable for stores that need more than simple transaction processing.
Operational reporting focus
Retail management suites in this category typically include sales, margin, and inventory reporting designed for store operators. This supports routine tasks like monitoring sell-through, identifying stock-outs, and reviewing staff or store performance. Compared with lightweight POS apps, the reporting tends to be more operations-oriented.
Limited public technical detail
Publicly available documentation on APIs, integration methods, and data export options is limited compared with more developer-centric POS ecosystems. This can make it harder to validate integration fit (e.g., accounting, eCommerce, loyalty, or BI) during evaluation. Buyers may need vendor-led discovery to confirm capabilities.
Ecosystem breadth may vary
POS platforms in this segment often have a smaller third-party app marketplace than large, globally scaled POS ecosystems. If a retailer depends on many pre-built integrations, the available connectors may be narrower or more region-specific. This can increase reliance on custom integration or vendor services.
Fit depends on deployment model
Retailers may need to confirm whether the product’s deployment options (cloud vs. on-premises), hardware support, and offline operation match their store environment. These factors affect rollout complexity, IT involvement, and business continuity at the register. The best fit can differ significantly by store size and network reliability.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $220 inc GST per month (billed annually) or $235 billed monthly | Baseline feature set: unlimited terminals, 0% EFTPOS transaction fees, Xero & ecommerce (Shopify/Magento/BigCommerce/WooCommerce) integrations included, core POS/selling/inventory features, help desk support & updates included. |
| Advanced | $246 inc GST per month (billed annually) or $265 billed monthly | Everything in Standard plus Quotes & Proformas, Recurring Billing, Tax/Duty-free sales, Serial Numbers, AI tools (e.g., AI blog post creator, AI invoicing, AI pricing agent), Product Packages/Kits, Repairs & Job Management and additional channel-specific tools. |
| Ultimate | $275 inc GST per month (billed annually) or $295 billed monthly | Full feature set (includes Advanced features) plus Dispatch Management, Freight Invoice Management, Valuations, specialist industry modules and other advanced capabilities. |
Optional add‑ons & extras (from official pricing page):
- Cloud Hosting: One-time setup fee $330; Monthly cost for first user $190; Additional users $30 each.
- Roam (cloud POS mobile): Annual plan $500/year or Monthly plan $50/month.
- Customer Self Checkout Kiosk: $50/month.
- Cloud Backup (for locally hosted customers): From $55/month.
- Customisable Invoices and Receipts: POA (price on application).
- Charity / not-for-profit: contact vendor for special pricing.
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