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POS System for Stationery Shops, Cyber Cafes and Printing Shops in Kenya

POS for stationery shops, cyber cafes and printing shops in Kenya

Every typed price is a chance for a mistake, and every mistake is money.

Read on: it takes a few minutes and could save you a lot more than that.

In this guide you will see:
  • Printing and copying are sold without a record.
  • Small items are priced from memory.
  • Services and products share one cash drawer with no split.
By Qyvea LimitedPublished 2026-10-16Updated 2026-10-163 min read
On this page01. The problem in stationery shops, cyber cafes and printing shops02. What the system does for you03. Typical equipment04. How we set it up05. Get a free survey and quote06. FAQ
POS System for Stationery Shops, Cyber Cafes and Printing Shops in Kenya
Quick answer

Stationery and printing shops mix product sales with services such as printing, photocopying, browsing and binding. Services are easy to under-record.

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Key takeaways

  • Printing and copying are sold without a record.
  • Small items are priced from memory.
  • Services and products share one cash drawer with no split.
  • Stock of paper and ink runs out without warning.

01The problem in stationery shops, cyber cafes and printing shops

Stationery and printing shops mix product sales with services such as printing, photocopying, browsing and binding. Services are easy to under-record.

  • Printing and copying are sold without a record.
  • Small items are priced from memory.
  • Services and products share one cash drawer with no split.
  • Stock of paper and ink runs out without warning.
  • Daily takings are never matched to work done.

02What the system does for you

Services and productsPages, minutes, binding and items in one till
Quick-sale buttonsCommon services in a single tap
Stock alertsPaper, toner and ink reorder warnings
BundlesPackage deals and job prices
Daily takingsSplit by service and product
Cashier controlEvery sale logged

03Typical equipment

ItemWhat it is for
Touchscreen POS terminalThe till screen the cashier uses; Windows or Android
80mm receipt printerPrints receipts and kitchen or bar orders
Barcode scannerScans products in a second, with no price typing errors
Cash drawerOpens automatically on each cash sale
Barcode labels (optional)Label products for quick scanning
Did you know?Every site is different, so we survey first and quote to your layout. Qyvea supplies, installs, configures and trains your staff, and delivers countrywide.

04How we set it up

  1. 01
    Free site surveyWe look at your counter and mix of services and products.
  2. 02
    Choose hardware and softwareWe match terminals, printers and software to your volumes and budget.
  3. 03
    Load your productsWe help import your product list, prices and opening stock.
  4. 04
    Install and connectTills, printers, scanners, network and payment set-up.
  5. 05
    Train and go liveGo-live support, training for every cashier and a plan for aftercare.

05Get a free survey and quote

When to call a professionalTell us about your site and how many counters or tills you run and we will come back with a written quote. We survey Nairobi and the surrounding counties for free, and supply and ship nationwide. Call 0113 301 244 or WhatsApp us.

06Frequently asked questions

Can I sell services like printing in the POS?

Yes; services are set up as items priced per page, per job or per time.

Can I track paper stock?

Yes; stock is reduced as you sell and you get reorder alerts.

Is this overkill for a small shop?

We scale the setup to your size; a simple tablet till can be enough.

Why customers choose Qyvea

Genuine brandsManufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box.
One team, start to finishThe people who advise you also install and support it.
Fast answersWhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi.
Easy to buyPay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000.
Risk taken off you7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations.
Customers say soRated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews.

Your next step takes one minute: send us a photo of the place on WhatsApp and we will tell you what it needs.

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