The Hike blog
News, product updates and practical guides to help you run and grow your business.
Hike Update: July 2026
Ten new Hike features have landed across checkout, customer management, inventory, reporting, staff controls and mobile …
Hike Update: June 2026
Hello all, Hope you are well! We’ve been working behind the scenes, listening to your feedback, and dreaming up ways to …
How to Grow Customer Loyalty in Retail
Most retailers focus on getting new customers through the door. New customers mean new revenue, and that logic makes …
How to Increase Profit in Your Retail Store: A Practical Guide
You’ve had a good month. Sales are up, the floor has been busy, and the numbers look healthy. Then you sit down with the …
Retail Inventory Management: The Mistakes That Cost You Sales (And How to Fix Them)
Walk into most retail stores and everything looks fine on the surface. Products on shelves. Staff at the counter. Sales …
What Payment Methods Should Your Store Accept in 2026?
Your customers already know how they want to pay. Here is how to make sure your store is ready. Customers do not think …
How to Choose the Best POS System for Your Business (2026 Guide)
Choosing a POS system seems simple at first. Then you start comparing options and everything begins to look similar. …
Hike eCommerce: Online and In Store, Simplified
Selling online is no longer the challenge. Managing it alongside your in-store operations is. Many retailers already …
Hike Update: September 2025
Hey there! Hope you are well. Hike POS is proud to announce a significant expansion of our platform capabilities, …
Cloud POS vs Traditional POS: Which One Fits Your Business Best?
Discover the key differences between Cloud POS and Traditional POS systems. Learn which is better for your retail …
Hike Update: August 2025
Hey Retailblazers! Get ready to power up your store! We’ve been busy brewing some seriously awesome new features for …
iPad vs. Android POS Systems: A Retail Comparison Guide
Confused between iPad and Android POS systems? This detailed guide compares features, usability, cost, and flexibility …