Active eCommerce POS Manager Add-on

✨ Key Features

• Quick Checkout UI: search by SKU/barcode, add to cart, apply discounts, and finalize in a few clicks.
• Barcode Scanning: plug-and-play USB/Bluetooth scanners for rapid product lookup.
• Multiple Payment Methods: cash, card (manual entry/terminal), bank transfer, and custom methods.
• Tax & Discount Rules: support for inclusive/exclusive taxes, coupon codes, and line/item-level discounts.
• Customer Profiles: attach customers to orders, view purchase history, and enable loyalty workflows.
• Inventory Sync: stock decrements on sale; unified product & variant tracking with the main catalog.
• Hold & Resume Carts: park transactions during rush hours and resume later.
• Invoice & Receipts: printable/A4 & thermal receipt templates, custom header/footer, and branding.
• Shift & Cash Drawer: opening balance, cash-in/out, shift reports, and end-of-day reconciliation.
• Multi-Outlet Ready: assign sales to outlets/warehouses; limit cashier access via roles/permissions.
• Reports & Analytics: daily sales, payment breakdowns, product performance, and top cashiers.
• Keyboard Shortcuts: lightning-fast cashier workflow with hotkeys.
• Thermal Printer Friendly: ESC/POS-style 58/80mm print compatibility via browser/system print.

⚙️ Technical Stack

Core Platform: Active eCommerce CMS (Laravel-based)

• Language & Framework: PHP 8.0+ with MVC (Laravel), Blade templating, JavaScript (ES6+)
• Database: MySQL 5.7+/MariaDB 10.3+ (InnoDB)
• Server: Apache or Nginx, HTTPS recommended
• PHP Extensions: OpenSSL, PDO, Mbstring, Tokenizer, JSON, BCMath, Ctype, XML, Fileinfo
• Browser Support: Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari (current versions)
• Hardware: optional barcode scanner & thermal receipt printer (standard drivers)

🧩 Installation Guide

1. Backup site files and database.
2. Verify you are running a compatible version of Active eCommerce CMS.
3. Upload the add-on package to your server (typically into /addons or the module path used by your CMS).
4. Install/Activate the add-on from the Admin → Add-ons/Modules screen.
5. Run Migrations if prompted (updates database tables for POS).
6. Configure outlets, taxes, payment methods, receipt template, and cashier roles.
7. Test a full sale flow (scan → checkout → print) before going live.

Tip: Clear caches (php artisan cache:clear, config:clear) if you use SSH access.

📦 Deliverables

• 💾 Source Code (GPL-licensed) for the POS Manager Add-on
• 📖 Setup & Configuration Notes (README)
• 🗂️ Database Migrations & seeders (if included by the vendor)
• 🧪 Sample Print Templates for receipts/invoices
• 🔧 Starter Styles for POS screen and print layout

📱 Supported Platforms

• Server OS: Linux (recommended), Windows Server
• Client Devices: desktop/laptop POS terminals; touch-screen AIOs; compatible tablets
• Browsers: modern Chromium/Firefox/Safari for cashier UI
• Peripherals: barcode scanners (USB/Bluetooth), cash drawers (via printer/USB), thermal printers (58/80mm)

🧠 Notes & SEO Assurance

• License: Distributed under the GPL. You are free to use, modify, and redistribute under GPL terms.
• Customization Tips: override Blade views for receipt/header/footer; add keyboard shortcuts; map payment gateways to your card terminal workflow.
• Performance: enable OPcache, use PHP 8.x, and configure database indices for large catalogs.
• Security: enforce HTTPS, role-based cashier permissions, and per-outlet access control.
• Experience (E-E-A-T): Designed for brick-and-mortar stores needing real-time stock sync with their online shop—reflecting common retail workflows (rush hours, parked carts, daily cash-up).
• SEO: This description uses clear, keyword-rich headings and semantic HTML to help search engines understand the add-on’s scope while remaining user-friendly.

👨‍💻 Original Developer Credit

This add-on is originally developed for the Active eCommerce ecosystem.
Please support the author and consider purchasing from the official marketplace:
CodeCanyon.

🔒 Disclaimer (Transparency & Trust)

This package is provided under the GNU General Public License (GPL) for educational and evaluation purposes.
We are not the original developer and do not claim ownership of the upstream brand or trademarks.
No proprietary license keys or commercial support are included. If you need official support, updates, or
commercial use rights beyond GPL, please obtain a valid license from the original developer/marketplace.
All product names are the property of their respective owners.