As the shift towards a cashless society accelerates, HowToPay POS, the cutting-edge point-of-sale system developed by Confidia, is rolling out a groundbreaking feature designed to solve a persistent problem faced by businesses and employees relying on tips. Introducing the “Tip Card,” a digital “Tip Voucher” system, HowToPay POS is paving the way for tipping and commission-based businesses to thrive in a world where cash is no longer king.

The push toward digital payments has impacted tipping-dependent sectors, particularly those that operate on commission and tip-based compensation, such as theater restaurants, bars, and hospitality venues. In the traditional setup, businesses have to manage cash meticulously, often resorting to daily bank visits to ensure enough small bills and coins are on hand. This burdens cash flow, necessitates high cash reserves, and increases the risk of loss and theft. Moreover, with fewer customers carrying cash, patrons frequently request to add tipping funds to their final bill, creating a logistical and operational challenge.

HowToPay POS’s new Tip Card system allows businesses to offer patrons an easy, cashless way to tip. Customers can purchase Tip Cards, essentially pre-loaded digital vouchers, through the POS system, then distribute them to staff members in place of cash. This approach preserves the traditional tipping behavior that customers are used to, while fully integrating it into the cashless environment.

Unused Tip Cards can be credited back towards the client’s final bill, ensuring no wasted funds for customers. Since the vouchers are exclusively valid at the business where they were bought, the system encourages patrons to support staff directly. For employees who rely on tips, this system ensures greater consistency in their earnings, while businesses benefit from reduced cash handling and improved security.

Furthermore, businesses using HowToPay POS can set up a commission fee on tips, such as a 10% processing charge, making the tipping process not just streamlined but also profitable. Staff can redeem their vouchers through the POS system, receiving printed receipts with their balance, enabling easy tracking and transparency.

This innovation aligns with HowToPay’s mission to bridge the gap in the cashless economy, supporting businesses, staff, and customers alike. “This is a solution that benefits everyone involved,” says Cameron McKean, CEO of Confidia. “It’s a way to maintain tipping traditions and to support staff income, all while making it a profitable and efficient process for the business.”

By seamlessly integrating tipping into digital payments, HowToPay POS is empowering businesses to offer a rewarding tipping experience in today’s cashless world, restoring tipping as an integral, income-enhancing part of the service industry.