Get the right setup from day one.
Keep it Simple
Start with a setup that suits your business, is simple for staff to use, and easy to manage.
Avoid Trial and Error
Reduce the risk of choosing the wrong provider or system and having to change everything later.
Less Stress
Take a major decision off your plate while you focus on getting the business open.
Hundreds of Options
Payments and EPOS can feel like a minefield. We help narrow it down to what actually suits your business.
Get expert advice early
Make informed decisions before you commit to contracts, hardware or software.
Why Choosing the Right Setup Matters
Your payment and EPOS systems affect how smoothly your business runs from day one. The right setup can make payments simpler, staff more efficient and day-to-day operations easier to manage.
Start with the right foundations
Choose systems that suit the way your business will actually operate.
Avoid unnecessary costs
Understand what you need and what you are paying for before you commit.
Keep your systems working together
Make sure payments and EPOS fit together properly from the start.
Make life easier for you and your staff
Simple, suitable systems are easier to use and train people on.
Reduce disruption and save time
Getting it right early can help avoid having to replace or change systems.
Built Around Your Business
The right payment and EPOS setup depends on how your business will operate. We look at the things that matter before helping you choose the right solution.
Expected turnover
The level and type of card payments you expect to take.
Your business type
What you are opening and how it will operate.
How customers pay
How payments fit into the customer experience.
EPOS requirements
What your staff need the system to do day to day.
Your future plans
Making sure the setup is future proof.
FAQ
When is the best time to speak to Sterling?
As early as possible. Ideally, speak to us while you are still planning your payment and EPOS setup. We can help you understand what your business needs and guide you towards a suitable setup from the beginning.
Do I need to know which payment or EPOS system I want?
No. You do not need to research providers or know exactly what you need before speaking to us. Tell us about the business you are opening and how you expect it to operate, and we can help you work through the options.
What if I don’t know my expected turnover yet?
That is normal for a new business. An estimate can be useful, but you do not need exact figures. We can still advise you based on your business type, plans and expected way of trading.
What information do you need from me?
We usually start with the basics: what you are opening, where you will operate, how customers will pay, how many staff you expect to have and what you need your payment and EPOS setup to do.
Do I definitely need an EPOS system?
Not necessarily. Some businesses benefit from a full EPOS setup, while others may only need a straightforward payment solution. We help determine what is appropriate for your particular business.
What if I have already started looking at providers or systems?
That is fine. We can still discuss what you have been considering, compare it with your actual requirements and help you understand whether there may be more suitable options.
How do you know which setup is right for my business?
We look at how your business is expected to operate rather than recommending the same setup to everyone. Your business type, payment needs, EPOS requirements, expected turnover and future plans all help determine what is most suitable.