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Running a business is a labour of love, but it can often feel like the day ends before the work does. After you’re done balancing the needs of staff and customers, you still have sales to reconcile, inventory to track and schedules to organize. These day-to-day tasks can take longer than they should, pulling focus away from growth and new ideas.
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It’s no wonder that 71 per cent of Canadian small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are embracing digital tools to work smarter, not harder. At the centre of their toolkit is the point-of-sale (POS) system. A smart POS is more than a way to take payments – it’s the hub that keeps businesses running smoothly. It connects sales, staff, inventory, reporting and security in one place to give owners greater clarity, save time and reduce the risks of working across disconnected tools.
But not all POS systems are built the same. Some only cover payments or the most basic features. Others make owners add tools à la carte, which can get expensive and leave operations fragmented. Clover is different. It’s an all-in-one system that supports businesses across Canada, bringing together the essentials so owners can save time, stay protected and grow with confidence.
Here are five ways Clover helps to eliminate these daily frustrations and put control back in business owners’ hands.
Nearly nine in 10 Canadians tapped a card at least once a month in 2023, and many now use mobile wallets or online checkout as part of their everyday purchasing routine. If a business can’t support those preferences, it risks losing the sale.
Clover delivers that flexibility by making it simple to accept all major credit and debit cards, digital wallets like Apple Pay and Google Pay, and newer options such as recurring payments or hosted checkout links that can be shared by email or text. Whether you’re a taco stand taking tap payments at the counter, a boutique offering branded gift cards, or a yoga studio collecting membership fees online, Clover makes every transaction streamlined, secure and customer-friendly.
With Virtual Terminal, merchants can key in card details directly from a laptop, tablet or phone and send email receipts instantly – a seamless solution for phone orders, custom invoices and recurring payments. Clover Flex lets you take payments on the go at places like farmers’ markets, festivals, food trucks or pop-up shops – anywhere your customers are. The compact reader works with smartphones, and iPhone users don’t need any extra gear. Both services connect with other Clover devices so that all sales appear in one place.
Why it matters: Customers pay how they want, lines move more quickly and sales aren’t lost.
Running a business often means juggling different systems: one for sales, another for inventory, still another for scheduling staff. Switching between them eats up time, opens opportunities for mistakes and can be just plain annoying.
Clover helps to take the stress out of that shuffle. The system brings operations together into a single, intuitive dashboard that users can be access on a Clover device, smartphone or computer. This means the neighbourhood bakery can track morning sales, a clothing shop can keep tabs on stock after the weekend rush, and a landscaping business can manage seasonal invoices – all from their own single dashboard on any device.
The Clover App Market takes the integration further with hundreds of apps, from accounting software to loyalty programs. Instead of patching mismatched tools together, owners can build the setup that suits them best.
Why it matters: Less time on admin means more time for customers, team development and the next big idea.
Cybersecurity problems don’t just happen to big companies. A KPMG study found that six in 10 Canadian SMBs have paid a ransom to cybercriminals. One incident can be enough to badly damage both revenue and reputation.
Clover addresses this vulnerability by building protection into every transaction. End-to-end encryption and tokenization secure sensitive data, while two-factor authentication and fraud prevention tools, such as CVV checks, address verification, transaction limits and block lists, provide an extra layer of defence.
Clover also supports PCI DSS compliance, the global standard for protecting cardholder data. By helping merchants meet this industry requirement, Clover reduces the burden on owners while reassuring customers that their information is safe.
Whether you run a dental office that stores card details for repeat billing or are a tradesperson taking payments on-site, it protects both your business and your customers’ information.
Why this matters: Protecting every transaction helps you safeguard revenue and customer trust, while meeting industry standards with confidence.
Accepting payments is just the beginning. What really drives growth is knowing what sells, when customers show up and how to keep them coming back.
Clover’s reporting tools highlight your busiest times and top items, making it easier to manage stock and staff, and to market to the right people at the right time. For a gift shop owner, it means understanding at a glance what’s driving sales and where adjustments are needed. A restaurant can identify peak dining hours and the local gym can track repeat visits – all without waiting for end-of-month reports.
With integrated tools that can even automate re-orders, Clover helps owners avoid running out of bestsellers, cut down on waste and keep shelves stocked. Businesses can also tap anonymized sales trends from Clover merchants across Canada to craft tailored promotions, loyalty rewards or gift cards.
Why it matters: Real-time insights turn everyday transactions into clear next steps, helping owners act quickly and gain efficiencies.
No two businesses run the same way. A café doesn’t face the same challenges as a clothing merchant or a nail salon – Clover is built to reflect that. From the start, new merchants get hands-on onboarding to set up and optimize their system, plus 24/7, year-long access to real people when questions come up.
Beyond that, Clover backs owners with tools and advice geared to their specific needs – whether it’s keeping orders moving, managing stock, booking appointments or sending invoices.
Why it matters: With support and solutions tailored to your world, you can spend less time adapting to technology and more time building on what makes your business special.
Small businesses keep Canada’s economy moving, but many owners are weighed down by the administration that eats up hours and energy. Clover changes that. From secure payments and real-time insights to specialized apps and round-the-clock support, it takes the pressure off so you can spend your time with the people and plans that move your business forward.
Ready to save time, reduce risk and run your business with confidence? Connect with a Clover Business Consultant today to see how Clover can make your workday easier.
If you want to learn more about how Clover can help you accept payments, run your business and sell more, please contact your Clover Business Consultant. You can also follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
This information is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as legal, financial, or tax advice. Readers are strongly advised to consult with their attorneys, financial advisors, or tax professionals to obtain guidance tailored to their specific circumstances.
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