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Orcus takes on another Big customer

Orcus takes on another Big customer

21-06-2010
First store in Preston opens for business

The Myriad EPOS system is powering another independent music retailer. Big have opened a store on Fishergate in Preston, and have further stores lined up to open soon, including Chester, Hull, Liverpool and Manchester.

For more information on EPOS systems for music retail, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


New customer breaks record

New customer breaks record

11-06-2010
Myriad EPOS System installed and operational within hours

Tropical Marine Centre has become the latest Orcus customer, and in doing so broke the record for the quickest installation turnaround. Whilst Orcus staff are always ready to perform installations at short notice, this is the first time one has been carried out in the same day.

The Hertfordshire-based supplier of marine fish, invertebrates and related products suffered a burglary which left them without a till. Orcus engineers were able to remotely install Point Of Sale software onto a PC, so within a couple of hours after first making the call, Tropical Marine Centre staff were able to take transactions.

For more information on rapid remote installation of EPOS systems, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Myriad performs well in Ulwell

Myriad performs well in Ulwell

07-05-2010
Dorset holiday park becomes latest Orcus customer.

Ulwell Cottage Caravan Park today went live with the Myriad EPOS system in their site shop.

Having used an over-complicated system for some time, the shop needed simple and straightforward EPOS software, which could be loaded onto their existing EPOS till hardware.

Myriad fitted the bill in terms of functionality, and by remotely installing the software and delivering training, Orcus engineers didn't even need to visit the site. This reduced the cost further, and shop staff are now enjoying a workable alternative to cash registers.

For more information on a replacement EPOS system, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Orcus to exhibit at Harrogate Home and Gift 2010

Orcus to exhibit at Harrogate Home and Gift 2010

04-05-2010
Hall Q, stand 5b

Orcus are pleased to announce that they will be exhibiting at the Harrogate Home and Gift Show, to be held between Sunday 18th and Wednesday 21st July 2010.

The Orcus stand will be number 5b in Hall Q. Orcus staff will be on hand to demonstrate Myriad stock control, EPOS and WebShop eCommerce software, which will be running on a variety of EPOS till units and back office machines.

For more information on the Myriad EPOS system, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad | WebShop


Independent music retailer gets more Power

Independent music retailer gets more Power

24-04-2010
Myriad EPOS system now running in Hereford store

Powerplay have today gone live with the Myriad EPOS system at their Hereford store. As with the Leicester store, it has a direct link to Powerplay's head office in Eastbourne, to allow instant communication of sales, stock levels, deliveries and other important information.

For more information on multi-site EPOS systems for independent retailers, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Recognition is music to the ears of Orcus customer

Recognition is music to the ears of Orcus customer

15-04-2010
Rise win prestigious Music Week award

Congratulations go to Rise, who have been named 'Best independent music retailer' at the 2010 Music Week awards.

Rise have run the Myriad EPOS system since early 2008, and currently have stores in Warwick, Cheltenham and Bristol. They are one of many independent music retailers running Myriad.

Click here to read about the awards on the Music Week website.

For more information on EPOS systems for independent music retailers, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Orcus to exhibit at 2010 London Gift Fair

Orcus to exhibit at 2010 London Gift Fair

12-04-2010
Olympia, 12th - 14th September, Stand B29

Orcus will be exhibiting at the 2010 London Gift Fair.

The fair is open from Sunday 12th to Tuesday 14th September. Running alongside Top Drawer at Olympia, the event will feature over 200 exhibitors.

Orcus staff will be on stand B29 to demonstrate Myriad EPOS and eCommerce software on a variety of hardware.

Click here to visit the London Gift Fair website

For more information on viewing the Myriad EPOS system, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Online retailer gets Personal with Orcus

Online retailer gets Personal with Orcus

22-03-2010
Myriad now powering PMC website

Personalised Memento Company (PMC) staff are now using Myriad WebShop and Sales Order Processing software to fulfill orders from a variety of channels. Based in Stoke, Staffordshire, PMC offer a huge range of gifts which can be personalised with unique messages.

PMC's sales orders come from a wide range of affiliate websites and retailers. This meant that stock levels, purchase orders and customer orders were all very difficult to maintain.

Now that Myriad has been installed, PMC staff can efficiently keep track of all areas of the business. Orders from all websites are fed directly into Myriad for processing, allowing the relevant paperwork (picking lists, despatch notes etc) to be automatically generated.

Click here to visit the PMC website

For more information on sales order processing software for online retail, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | WebShop


Yorkshire independent is Serene with Orcus

Yorkshire independent is Serene with Orcus

19-03-2010
Store now running Myriad EPOS system

Serendipity have today gone live with the Myriad EPOS system at their store in Leyburn, in the Yorkshire Dales.

The extensive shop specialises in interiors and gifts, and also has a tea room. Orcus installed three Aures Odysse EPOS tills, which are all networked to the back office.

For more information on EPOS systems for independent retailers, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Myriad-powered website is a Gem

Myriad-powered website is a Gem

12-03-2010
Independent jeweller goes live with WebShop

Another Orcus customer has gone live with a Myriad-powered transactional website. Joya Jewellery have just launched their new site - www.gemjar.co.uk

The Joya stores in Cirencester and Nailsworth are both running the Myriad EPOS system, and the website uses Myriad WebShop software to give complete stock control.

Click here to visit the Gemjar website

For more information Myriad WebShop software for transactional websites, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | WebShop | EPOS


Leicester Paper Products take up recommendation

Leicester Paper Products take up recommendation

01-03-2010
Wholesaler becomes latest Orcus customer

Leicester Paper Products (LPP) are the newest Myriad users, having taken up a recommendation from Walters Wholesale of Nottingham.

Walters Wholesale have used Orcus systems for several years. Their testimony proved very useful to LPP, as they searched for a reliable and cost-effective system which was backed with excellent support and service.

LPP are using Myriad to process sales orders from a variety of sales channels.

For more information on sales order processing software, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad


Myriad WebShop is just Le job

Myriad WebShop is just Le job

24-02-2010
Lebeado website now powered by Myriad EPOS System

Another Orcus customer has integrated their transactional website with Myriad WebShop software. Lebeado sell a variety of beads, jewellery, and fashion accessories from their stores in Durham and Newcastle, and recently relaunched their website.

Myriad has been installed in the two stores for some time, so using it to control the website is a natural progression. Myriad is used to determine which items appear online, along with details such as pricing, stock level, images and other product information.

When an order is placed online, the details are sent direct to the Sales Order Processing function in Myriad. This means that there is no need to rekey any customer/order information, and the stock levels take care of themselves.

Click here to visit the Lebeado website

For more information on integrating a transactional website with an EPOS system, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | WebShop | EPOS


Orcus to exhibit at 2010 Autumn Fair

Orcus to exhibit at 2010 Autumn Fair

18-02-2010
Stand M21 in Hall 5

Orcus are pleased to announce that they will be exhibiting at the 2010 Autumn Fair, to be held at the NEC between Sunday 5th to Wednesday 8th September 2010.

The Orcus stand will be number M21 in Hall 5. Orcus staff will be on hand to demonstrate Myriad stock control, EPOS and WebShop eCommerce software, which will be running on a variety of EPOS till units and back office machines.

Click here to visit the Autumn Fair website

For more information on exhibitions to be attended by Orcus please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | WebShop | Myriad


Myriad WebShop makes sweet Music

Myriad WebShop makes sweet Music

02-02-2010
CC Music's transactional website now live

Glasgow-based musical instrument retailer CC Music now have a Myriad-powered transactional website.

Having using the Myriad EPOS system in their store for many years, CC staff now enjoy a straightforward way of managing and fulfilling website orders thanks to Myriad WebShop software.

Click here to visit the CC Music website

For more information on Myriad WebShop software, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | WebShop | EPOS


Fellia get on wheely great with Myriad

Fellia get on wheely great with Myriad

29-01-2010
Bicycle retailer/wholesaler becomes latest Orcus customer

Fellia have installed Myriad software at their head office in Enfield. Selling bicycles and accessories through a number of different sales channels, Fellia chose Myriad to mange their stock, suppliers, and customers.

In addition to installing several standard Myriad modules, Orcus programmers wrote a bespoke application to handle the specific parts and returns process which is integral to Fellia's business.

For more information on bespoke stock management systems, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad


Independent retailer is right At Home with Orcus

Independent retailer is right At Home with Orcus

12-01-2010
Berkhamsted store now running Myriad EPOS system

Another independent retailer has installed the Myriad EPOS system in their store.

At Home Dot.Com are situated on Berkhamsted High Street, selling a range of giftware and jewellery.

The shop is running Myriad software on a back office PC which is linked to an Aures Odysee till unit.

For more information on EPOS systems for giftware / jewellery retailers, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Hertford retailer puts Myriad on the Table

Hertford retailer puts Myriad on the Table

21-12-2009
Independent dining and cookware store now open

Peter's Table has opened on Railway Street in Hertford. The shop offers a mix of designer cookware and dining products from suppliers such as Harbenware, Dartington Crystal and Horwood.

The store has been installed with an EPOS till running Myriad software, which is integrated with YESpay's chip and payment authorisation software.

For more information on EPOS systems for independent retailers, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Myriad EPOS system works Beautifully for Reba

Myriad EPOS system works Beautifully for Reba

18-12-2009
Another Irish wholesaler chooses Orcus

Reba Hair and Beauty has opened the doors of their brand new store in Portlaoise. Owner John Deering used an Orcus system for many years whilst working at another company. Therefore he is no stranger to a highly functional system, backed up with exceptional levels of service and support.

For more information on wholesale EPOS systems in the Republic of Ireland, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Expansion is no fiction for Pulp

Expansion is no fiction for Pulp

30-11-2009
Glasgow store opens and Myriad-powered website goes live

Pulp have opened the doors of their shop in the St Enoch Centre, Glasgow. The store has two EPOS tills running Myriad software, which is integrated with YESpay's chip and pin payment authorisation service.

The Pulp transactional website has also gone live. The site is fully integrated with the Myriad WebShop module for rapid and straightforward order fulfillment. The shopping cart checkout features YESpay's online card payment authorisation service.

Click here to visit the Pulp website

For more information on integrated EPOS and online sales channels, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | EPOS | WebShop


Third Chris and Sons store now running Myriad EPOS system

Third Chris and Sons store now running Myriad EPOS system

27-11-2009
Palmers Green site linked in

Hair and beauty wholesalers Chris and Sons have installed the Myriad EPOS system in their Palmers Green store. This is now linked to the Hanwell and Enfield stores, making the process of ordering and transferring stock as easy as it can be.

For more information on multi-site wholesalers, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Myriad is a Gift for Bluebell

Myriad is a Gift for Bluebell

26-11-2009
Ilkley independent now open

Yorkshire retailer Bluebell Gifts have opened the doors of their new shop in the picturesque town of Ilkley.

The store is running the Myriad EPOS system on a very attractive colour co-ordinated Aures Odysee till unit, which perfectly complements the store décor.

For more information on EPOS systems for independent retailers, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Choice of EPOS system proves to be Academic

Choice of EPOS system proves to be Academic

09-11-2009
Derby store now running Myriad software

A martial arts products retailer/wholesaler have installed Myriad EPOS and Sales Order Processing software at their store on Ashbourne Road in Derby.

Academy Sports supply a wide range of martial arts clothing, equipment, accessories and books to retail and trade customers. They are using Myriad POS for straightforward retail sales on an EPOS till, plus Sales Order Processing for trade orders which require delivery. The EPOS till also captures transaction information for trade customers who visit the shop. The till is integrated with YESpay's card payment authorisation service.

Click here to link to the Academy Sports website

For more information on integrated EPOS and Sales Order Processing systems, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Independent jeweller opens two new stores

Independent jeweller opens two new stores

04-11-2009
Four shops now running Myriad EPOS system

Silverleaf have opened two new stores, in Bromley and Lakeside. The jeweller now has 4 shops running on Myriad EPOS software, the other two being located in Bluewater and Romford.

For more information on multi-site EPOS systems for jewellers, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Wandering Warehouse becomes latest Orcus customer

Wandering Warehouse becomes latest Orcus customer

03-11-2009
Warwickshire wholesaler takes up recommendation

Wandering Warehouse have today installed a till and Sales Order Processing system to fulfill all their orders from a variety of sales channels.

The Nuneaton-based wholesaler are another customer to whom Orcus were recommended, and plan to use Myriad to drive business growth.

For more information on EPOS and Sales Order Processing systems, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Orcus is a Saver for Dublin wholesalers

Orcus is a Saver for Dublin wholesalers

02-11-2009
New business running Myriad EPOS system

Hair and beauty wholesalers Salon Savers are now trading from Park West, Dublin. The store includes a straightforward cash and carry plus a large salon equipment showroom.

Myriad was recommended by a Salon Savers employee, who had used it whilst working for another company.

For more information on EPOS software in the Republic of Ireland, please contact sales on 01332 866420 (from Ireland dial 0044 1332 866420) or email sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Music retailer Heading for success in Bromley

Music retailer Heading for success in Bromley

30-10-2009
Former Virgin Megastore/Zavvi reopens

Head have opened the former Virgin Megastore/Zavvi in Bromley. The extensive site has been fitted with ten tills, all of which are running the Myriad EPOS system.

Three Head stores are now operating on Myriad EPOS software - the other two being situated in Stoke-on-Trent and Leamington Spa.

This is the third former Virgin Megastore/Zavvi to reopen using Myriad software, including what is now Powerplay in Leicester, and Director's Cut in Cork, Republic of Ireland.

For more information on EPOS systems for music retailers, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Myriad is Ideal for multi-site wholesaler

Myriad is Ideal for multi-site wholesaler

28-10-2009
Maidenhead store now linked to head office

Peterbrough-based wholesaler, Ideal Hair and Beauty Supplies has rolled out Myriad EPOS software into their Maidenhead store.

This will allow straightforward stock transfers, purchase ordering and reporting.

For more information on wholesaler EPOS systems, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Shuropody goes West with Myriad EPOS system

Shuropody goes West with Myriad EPOS system

23-10-2009
Three new stores now open

Shuropody have recently opened further shops, in Swindon, Southport, and Taunton. This greatly increases Shuropody's geographical coverage on the Western side of England.

Click here to read the Shuropody case study

For more information about multi-site EPOS software, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Orcus Ushers in new era for independent retailer

Orcus Ushers in new era for independent retailer

20-10-2009
Yorkshire jeweller opens new store

An independent jeweller has opened a store in Pocklington, Yorkshire. Robson Usher are running the shop on the Myriad EPOS system, with a till linked to YESpay's chip and pin card payment authorisation service.

Robson Usher is one of many retailers to whom Orcus was recommended, in this case by Liverpool-based designer giftware retailer, Voglio.

For more information on EPOS systems for independent retailers, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Pulp make it five with two new stores

Pulp make it five with two new stores

19-10-2009
Milton Keynes and Birmingham welcome new Pulp stores

Pulp's expansion shows no signs of slowing down with the opening of shops in Birmingham's Bullring and thecentre:mk in Milton Keynes. They are one of a number of Orcus customers continuing to expand during the economic downturn, with more new sites planned for the coming months.

The mix of music-inspired fashions and popular culture merchandise is proving to be a winner in Pulp shops in the cities of Nottingham, Derby and Manchester.

Pulp now have five stores in England all running the Myriad EPOS system. The first store in Scotland is due to open shortly, at the St Enoch shopping centre in Glasgow.

For more information on multi-branch EPOS systems, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Independent jeweller is overJoyed with Orcus

Independent jeweller is overJoyed with Orcus

16-10-2009
Myriad EPOS system running in two stores

Joya have installed Myriad EPOS software in their Nailsworth and Cirencester stores. Owner Steve Wilce visited the Orcus stand at the Autumn Fair in September, and had no hesitation in choosing Orcus to provide their multi-site system, in part due to the quick implementation turnaround Orcus could provide.

For more information on multi-site EPOS software, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Shuropody website up and running

Shuropody website up and running

18-09-2009
Online store taking orders thanks to Myriad WebShop software

Shuropody's transactional website today went live, and the first online orders have already been placed by customers.

The incredibly attractive and user-friendly site is powered by Myriad WebShop, which takes information from Shuropody's back office and dynamically creates the product pages of the site. Customer orders are fed straight into the back office for processing. This means there is minimum maintenance of the website required by Shuropody staff.

The website completes Shuropody's multi-channel offering, as they now sell via their stores, online, and telephone orders. Myriad controls all of these channels from one central database, allowing instant reporting on the performance of the whole company.

Click here to visit the Shuropody website

For more information on the Myriad multi-channel EPOS and stock control system, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | WebShop | EPOS


Orcus Supplies the right solution for Georgie

Orcus Supplies the right solution for Georgie

14-09-2009
Georgie Salon Supplies opens their doors

Hair and Beauty wholesaler Georgie Salon Supplies today opened for business on the Magma 34 Industrial Park in Rotherham.

Owner Georgina Darbyshire has worked in the hair and beauty industry in the Sheffield area for many years, and had no hesitation in choosing the Myriad EPOS system. Orcus have supplied EPOS and stock control systems to hair and beauty wholesalers for over 15 years, and this experience proved invaluable when setting up.

For more information on EPOS/stock control systems for wholesalers, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


EPOS is child's play for Baby Cottage

EPOS is child's play for Baby Cottage

08-09-2009
Independent baby products retailer now open

A new independent retailer has opened in Calne, Wiltshire. Baby Cottage sell a wide range of baby products through the Myriad EPOS system.

They are one of a steadily increasing number of small independent retailers to take advantage of an affordable yet powerful EPOS system.

For more information on EPOS systems for independent retailers, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Irish wholesaler has it Nailed

Irish wholesaler has it Nailed

07-09-2009
ASU Nail and Beauty now running Myriad

ASU Nail and Beauty has become the latest Irish customer. The Swords-based wholesaler of nail, hair and beauty products is using the Myriad Sales Order Processing (SOP) module to fulfill sales via the web, telephone and mail order.

For more information on EPOS software in the Republic of Ireland, please contact sales on 01332 866420 (from Ireland dial 0044 1332 866420) or email sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | EPOS


Orcus to exhibit at Spring Fair 2010

Orcus to exhibit at Spring Fair 2010

21-08-2009
Visit Orcus in Hall 6, Stand A47

Orcus today confirmed that they will be exhibiting at the 2010 Spring Fair, to be held at the Birmingham NEC between Sunday 7th and Thursday 11th February 2010.

Staff will be on hand to demonstrate the full Myriad system, which encompasses EPOS, Sales Order Processing, stock control, and eCommerce software for retailers, wholesalers, distributors and manufacturers.

To find out more about Orcus and Myriad, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | EPOS


Myriad going well in Hanwell for Chris and Sons

Myriad going well in Hanwell for Chris and Sons

06-08-2009
Further site now running on Myriad EPOS system

Hair and beauty wholesaler Chris and Sons is now running the Hanwell store on Myriad EPOS software, which has been networked with the recently-opened Enfield store.

The multi-centre system makes it easy for Chris and Sons to organise internal transfers, create purchase orders for both stores from one location, and gives complete visibility over both sites at any time.

For more information on multiple store EPOS systems, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


New Shuropody store in Chichester

New Shuropody store in Chichester

03-08-2009
Expansion march continues

Shuropody are continuing to grow their estate, with a new shop in Chichester, West Sussex. As are all other Shuropody sites, the Chichester store is running on Myriad EPOS software.

Click here to read the Shuropody case study.

For more information on multi-branch EPOS systems, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Orcus service proves to be Corking for Director's Cut

Orcus service proves to be Corking for Director's Cut

27-07-2009
Another former Virgin Megastore/Zavvi to run on Myriad EPOS system

Irish film and music retailer Director's Cut have opened a new store in Cork. The site is a former Virgin Megastore/Zavvi, which had been closed for several months.

Director's Cut stores in Killarney and Skibbereen have been running Myriad EPOS software for some time, and adding the new shop to the estate was quite straightforward. Despite a relatively short notice period, Orcus staff managed to turn around a full till and back office system in less than a week, to ensure the store was ready in plenty of time for the doors opening.

For more information on EPOS software in the Republic of Ireland, please contact sales on 01332 866420 (from Ireland dial 0044 1332 866420) or email sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Myriad is a Shur thing for two new sites

Myriad is a Shur thing for two new sites

20-07-2009
Shuropody opens for business in Leamington Spa and Cambridge

Shuropody have expanded their estate with further shops in Leamington Spa and Cambridge. As with all other Shuropody sites, the stores are running the Myriad EPOS system.

The business has gone from strength to strength since the first store opened in January 2008. There are now nearly 60 Shuropody branches throughout England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Part of this impressive expansion is down to the communication and analysis of data facilitated by Myriad.

Click here to read the Shuropody case study.

For more information on EPOS Systems for multiple sites, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Myriad gives music retailer the Power to succeed

Myriad gives music retailer the Power to succeed

01-07-2009
Former Virgin Megastore/Zavvi re-opens in Leicester

Powerplay have become the latest Orcus customer, and today opened the doors at their new store in Leicester's Highcross Centre. Occupying the former Virgin Megastore (which subsequently became Zavvi), the shop stocks a huge range of music, film and game products.

The store has been installed with seven tills over two floors, all of which are integrated with YESpay's chip and pin broadband authorisation service.

The opening of Powerplay is another bonus for retail in Leicester. The city is becoming increasingly popular with shoppers from across the midlands since the extended Highcross centre opened in November 2008.

For more information on multi-till EPOS systems, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Retailer Rises above current downturn with Myriad EPOS system

Retailer Rises above current downturn with Myriad EPOS system

27-06-2009
Extensive Bristol store now open

Rise, an independent retailer of music, film, and books has opened a third shop, on Queens Road in the Clifton area of Bristol. The store will be the third to open in under 18 months, adding to shops in Cheltenham and Warwick. Rise has bucked a trend which has seen more than half of all independent music retailers close in the last four years.

Owner Lawrence Montgomery intends for the shop to stock one of the most comprehensive ranges in the country - it will carry around 50,000 product lines across CD, 7 and 12 inch vinyl, DVD, Bluray, books, cassettes and 8 tracks.

The store is split over two floors, and Myriad EPOS software has been installed on several till units and back office PCs. Each of the tills has been supplied with a pin entry device, which uses the YESpay bureau service to authorise card payments very quickly via a broadband connection. This means minimum delay at the point of sale.

Click here to view the YESpay information sheet PDF.

Click here to visit the Rise website

For more information on EPOS systems for large product ranges, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Myriad EPOS system is the Ki to success for boutique

Myriad EPOS system is the Ki to success for boutique

01-06-2009
Kiki's expand into Hampshire

Kiki's have added to their shop in Christchurch with a new one on Lymington High Street. This site has now become the head office, and is installed with the relevant Myriad EPOS and back office management software. This gives owner Kia Smith complete visibility over the two shops:

"Myriad is capable of showing me sales figures for both of the stores at any point in the day, and I can see exactly when deliveries and stock transfers have been made. I'm able to run off really detailed reports for all areas of the business, which gives me much more control and information to help make decisions."

As well as enjoying a straightforward yet powerful EPOS system, Kia is impressed with the service and support provided by Orcus:

"They made sure everything went to plan, and are always available if we get stuck. Myriad is really easy to use, but there are times when we need a bit of assistance. Every time we call we get straight through to someone who can help us out."

Click here to visit the Kiki's website.

For more information on multi-site EPOS systems, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Pulp complete hat-trick in Manchester with Myriad EPOS system

Pulp complete hat-trick in Manchester with Myriad EPOS system

30-05-2009
Third store now open

Pulp have now opened their third store, in Manchester's Arndale Centre. As with the Pulp shops in Nottingham and Derby, the Manchester store will offer the same range of popular culture merchandise, music inspired fashions, and a wide range of cult CDs and DVDs.

The store has been kitted out with three till units running Myriad POS software. All three are integrated with YESpay's chip and pin payment authorisation service. This will allow rapid card payments at the point of sale, increasing the speed and efficiency of customer transactions.

Click here to view the YESpay information sheet PDF.

Click here to visit the YESpay website

For more information on EPOS integrated chip and pin, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Myriad installed in first Kiki's store

Myriad installed in first Kiki's store

01-05-2009
Dorset shop goes live

A ladies boutique in Christchurch has become the latest Orcus customer, and went live this week with the Myriad EPOS system. Kiki's offer a wide range of designer clothes, footwear, nightwear, lingerie, jewellery, fashion accessories, and gifts.

Using Myriad software will make a huge difference to how Kiki's operate - purchase ordering, stock control and reporting is all now controlled through the one application. The ability of Myriad to generate and print barcode labels is also key to making the business more efficient.

A newcomer to retail technology, owner Kia Smith is very pleased with the service provided by Orcus staff:

"They are very experienced at getting independent retailers started with an EPOS system, and helped us every step of the way. There is always someone there to give us support when we need it, and they have done everything to make sure we are confident with it all.

We are due to open a second store in Lymington quite soon, and having the two sites linked together through Myriad will make life so much easier."

Click here to visit the Kiki's website.

For more information on EPOS systems for boutiques, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | EPOS


Chris and Sons opens new store

Chris and Sons opens new store

27-04-2009
Enfield branch now trading thanks to Orcus

Hair and beauty products wholesaler Chris and Sons have opened for business at their brand new store in Enfield. Established in 1964, Chris and Sons have an excellent reputation among hair and beauty professionals for service, availability of product, and fair pricing.

Myriad EPOS software is running on three tills and several back office PCs, which are all networked together with other devices such as barcode label printers. The store has been set up to be networked to other Chris and Sons stores.

For more information about EPOS systems for retail, wholesale and cash and carry, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Myriad EPOS system live in Liverpool for independent retailer

Myriad EPOS system live in Liverpool for independent retailer

10-04-2009
Eagerly anticipated new shop now open

A new designer giftware retailer opened their doors on Allerton Road in Liverpool today. Voglio, set up by Anne Duff, stocks a wide range of luxury brands, including Alessi, Lexon, Ritzenhoff, Kosta Boda, Orrefors and Menu.

After looking at several EPOS systems, Anne chose Myriad as it met every one of their needs whilst proving to be very cost-effective. Says Anne:

"Orcus tailored the system to do exactly what we want. The support team members are all excellent and very quick to help me out whenever I call."

For more information about using Myriad EPOS software to run gift shops, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Exclusive London accessories concept puts Tryst in Myriad EPOS System

Exclusive London accessories concept puts Tryst in Myriad EPOS System

08-04-2009
Gilda's Tryst opens its doors to Sloane Square shoppers

A new store has opened on Kings Road, Chelsea, offering a select range of jewellery, handbags, and other fashion accessories.

Gilda's Tryst has been created by old school friends Amanda Waterstone and Shireen Jayyusi, who have set up shop in a prime location within Duke of York Square. The store is sumptuously decorated throughout, providing a fitting backdrop to showcase the pieces on sale.

Amanda and Shireen managed to turn around the shopfit in impressive time, and are trading very soon after acquiring the premises. This meant Orcus were needed to supply a fully functional EPOS system in a very tight timeframe - less than a week after Amanda first contacted Orcus, the till unit had been installed with a complete set of product data, and stock was barcode-labelled, ready to sell. Says Amanda:

"I am very impressed by how quickly Orcus staff responded. They rapidly guided us through the whole process of setting up the system, and their service has been exceptional.

As well as providing the basic software, they wrote us an application to create bespoke product labels, and made sure it was ready in time for us opening. Myriad is really easy to use, and it will help us enormously as we grow the business."

Click here to visit the Gilda's Tryst website.

For more information on rapid installations of EPOS systems, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Orcus score Direct hit in Scotland

Orcus score Direct hit in Scotland

30-03-2009
HD Direct now running Myriad EPOS system

A new Orcus customer has successfully migrated to using Myriad for their till and telephone/mail order sales. Based in Livingston, HD Direct are wholesalers who supply a wide range of products to the hair and beauty industry.

Over the years, director Andrew Clelland has attempted to use several EPOS systems without finding one which met his needs. After researching the market, Andrew discovered that Myriad is used by other hair and beauty wholesalers, and decided to give it a trial. He is very impressed with the results:

"I am pleased with my decision to install Myriad. It is very cost-effective, has all the functionality we need, and is very easy to use. My experience of EPOS systems in the past hasn't been good, so it makes a refreshing change to find one which delivers.

Orcus staff have been very proactive in making sure we get everything right from the start. The support is instant, and any questions or problems are dealt with immediately, even on a bank holiday! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Orcus and Myriad to any retailer or wholesaler."

To find out more about EPOS systems for wholesale, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | EPOS


Orcus to exhibit at 2009 Harrogate Home and Gift Fair

Orcus to exhibit at 2009 Harrogate Home and Gift Fair

09-03-2009
19th - 22nd July 2009 - Hall Q, Stand 53

Orcus are pleased to announce that they will be exhibiting at the Harrogate Home and Gift Fair, to be held between Sunday 19th to Wednesday 22nd July 2009.

The Orcus stand will be number 53 in Hall Q. Orcus staff will be on hand to demonstrate Myriad stock control, EPOS and WebShop eCommerce software, which will be running on a variety of EPOS till units and back office machines.

To view the Harrogate Home and Gift website, click here.

For more information on exhibitions to be attended by Orcus please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | WebShop | Myriad


Another independent retailer makes Room for Myriad EPOS system

Another independent retailer makes Room for Myriad EPOS system

28-02-2009
Store in Leeds opens for business

A new musical instrument technology retailer has started trading from a shop in Roseville Road in Leeds. Offering a mix of cutting edge instrumentation and technology, the business has been set up by Alison Payne and Paul Germain.

Alison and Paul are no strangers to Orcus, having used Myriad EPOS systems for some time whilst working for another company. Accustomed to receiving an exceptional level of service and support, Alison and Paul had no hesitation in choosing Orcus to supply a comprehensive retail management system.

Click here to visit the Production Room website.

For more information on EPOS for independent retailers, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Orcus to exhibit at Autumn Fair 2009

Orcus to exhibit at Autumn Fair 2009

06-02-2009
Visit Orcus in Hall 5, stand M21

Orcus today confirmed that they will be exhibiting at the 2009 Autumn Fair, to be held at the Birmingham NEC between Sunday 6th and Wednesday 9th September 2009.

Staff will be on hand to demonstrate the full Myriad system, which encompasses EPOS, stock control, and eCommerce software for retailers, wholesalers, distributors and manufacturers.

To find out more about Orcus and Myriad, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Shuropody march on with further stores

Shuropody march on with further stores

30-01-2009
Myriad EPOS system installed in 3 new sites

Orcus staff today completed the installation of EPOS software and hardware at stores in Canterbury, Brighton and Tunbridge Wells. The total number of Shuropody stores is now approaching 60.

As with all the other Shuropody shops, the new sites communicate with head office via broadband. This allows the business to operate in the most efficient way possible, as deliveries, stock transfers etc can all be notified instantly.

Click here to read the Shuropody case study.

Click here to visit the Shuropody website.

For more information about Myriad installations please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Myriad is the Ideal solution for new Orcus customer

Myriad is the Ideal solution for new Orcus customer

12-01-2009
Hair and beauty wholesaler goes live with Myriad EPOS system

Ideal Hair and Beauty Supplies today began using Myriad EPOS software. Based in Peterborough, Ideal supplies a huge range of products to the hair and beauty industry. They are now using Myriad to fulfill sales in store, and via telephone and mail order.

They are one of a growing number of customers to whom Orcus was recommended by an existing user. After looking at several EPOS systems, Ideal chose Myriad based on a number of factors, one of them being the proven track record of Myriad for wholesalers.

To find out more about a proven EPOS system, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | EPOS


VAT rate change is no problem for Orcus customers

VAT rate change is no problem for Orcus customers

01-12-2008
Implementation proves to be easy for Myriad users

Orcus are proud to announce that the VAT rate change posed no problem for any of our customers running Myriad EPOS software.

Despite a very short notification period from the Government, Orcus support staff adopted a proactive approach, contacting all customers to make the necessary system changes within plenty of time.

Myriad users chose to pass on the 2.5% cut in VAT, or absorb it and maintain the same prices. Either option proved to be simple for all Orcus customers to set up.

For more information on making price changes in Myriad please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | EPOS


Kent store is a Tun deal for Ape

Kent store is a Tun deal for Ape

01-12-2008
Music retailer opens second store

Ape Entertainment have opened a new store in Tunbridge Wells. The Brighton-based retailer of CDs, DVDs and books now has two stores and a transactional website all driven by Myriad.

Click here to visit the Ape website.

For more information on multi-channel retail solutions, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad


Pulp go West with new store

Pulp go West with new store

28-11-2008
Pulp open 2nd shop in Derby Westfield Centre

Pulp have opened their second store, at the Westfield Centre in Derby.

They are one of many Orcus customers to expand from a single store enterprise to a multi-site operation.

For more information on multi-site installations run on Myriad EPOS software, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Ancestors website inspired by V&A Collection

Ancestors website inspired by V&A Collection

14-10-2008
Myriad WebShop powers transactional website

Ancestors have launched a new website (inspiredbydirect.co.uk), selling jewellery inspired by many of the historic collections in the Victoria and Albert museum. The site is fully integrated with Myriad WebShop.

Click here to visit the inspiredbydirect.co.uk website

Click here to view the Myriad WebShop information sheet PDF.

For more information, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - WebShop | Myriad


Lebeado Opens 2nd store in Jesmond, Newcastle

Lebeado Opens 2nd store in Jesmond, Newcastle

05-10-2008
Myriad EPOS System installed on two tills and back office

Bead and jewellery retailer, Lebeado, have opened their second store on Acorn Road in the Jesmond area of Newcastle.

Like the first Lebeado store in Durham, the new site is linked to the head office in Northumberland. This allows mother and daughter owners Jill and Kate Watkin to create orders centrally, and view the performance of both stores at any time. The two tills are also integrated with EMBOSS, the Chip and PIN payment authorisation bureau service from YESpay.

Click here to visit the Lebeado website.

Click here to visit the YESpay website.

Click here to view the YESpay information sheet PDF.

For more information on YESpay Chip and PIN EPOS integration please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Another music retailer goes live with Myriad EPOS System

Another music retailer goes live with Myriad EPOS System

02-10-2008
New Dada store in Chiswick High Street now open

Dada Records has opened its doors, selling CDs, DVDs and more in Chiswick, West London. Orcus engineers installed the Myriad system to run on EPOS tills, information point PC, and back office PCs. PIN entry devices were installed on three of the EPOS tills, which are integrated with the EMBOSS Chip and PIN payment authorisation bureau service from YESpay.

Dada owner, David Pryde, is no stranger to Myriad, having used it for several years in a previous role.

Click here to view the YESpay information sheet PDF

Click here to visit the YESpay website.

For more information on EPOS systems for music or any other retail please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Music retailer Heads to Stoke

Music retailer Heads to Stoke

01-10-2008
2nd store opens in Hanley

Head has added to their Leamington Spa outlet with a new shop in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent.

The new store is running Myriad POS software on four EPOS tills, linked to the back office, which in turn is linked to the head office.

Head follows two other recent Orcus installations in Hanley. Shuropody and Academy of Sound are also running Myriad EPOS software in stores nearby.

For more information on the Myriad EPOS system, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Kenny opens Dunfermline site

Kenny opens Dunfermline site

23-09-2008
Musical instrument retailer expands estate with Myriad EPOS System

Scottish retailer, Kenny's Music, has added a second shop. The new shop in Dunfermline is linked via Myriad to the head office store in Dundee. This allows owner Kenny Graham to order and transfer stock between the two locations with the minimum of effort.

The Dunfermline store adds to the growing list of sites in Scotland which run on Myriad EPOS software. They range from Dumfries in the south to as far as Inverness in the north. For more information on Myriad EPOS installations in Scotland, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | EPOS


Shuropody takes giant leap with Myriad

Shuropody takes giant leap with Myriad

01-09-2008
Footcare retailer takes store tally past the half century

Shuropody are now running on the Myriad EPOS System at over 50 sites throughout the UK. Following Shuropody's purchase of Scholl Retail in July, Orcus engineers installed new till and back office units at 44 stores in just under 6 weeks. Shuropody now have a presence in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Click here to read the Shuropody case study.

Click here to visit the Shuropody website.

For more information about Myriad installations please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | EPOS


Orcus to exhibit at 2009 Spring Fair at Birmingham NEC

Orcus to exhibit at 2009 Spring Fair at Birmingham NEC

25-08-2008
Confirmation of attendance - Stand F34 in Hall 7

Orcus has confirmed attendance at the 2009 Spring Fair, which is being held on 1st to 5th February at the NEC in Birmingham.

Orcus staff will be on hand at their stand (Hall 7, F34), to give demonstrations of the Myriad EPOS system, plus WebShop eCommerce software.

Click here to visit the Spring Fair website

To find out what Orcus will be demonstrating at the 2009 Spring Fair please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - WebShop | Myriad | EPOS


New concept store runs on Myriad EPOS Software

New concept store runs on Myriad EPOS Software

22-08-2008
Nottingham store opens for business

Pulp has opened a shop in Nottingham's Victoria Centre. It is Europe's first high street retailer of popular culture merchandise and music inspired fashions. The store is running Myriad on two EPOS tills, plus a back office PC.

Offering a mixture of gifts, accessories, artwork and books, plus a range of cult CD and DVD titles, Pulp aims to deliver the latest in funky and emotive products and fashions.

Click here to visit the Pulp website.

For more information about the Myriad EPOS system please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Myriad is music to the ears of Irish Retailer

Myriad is music to the ears of Irish Retailer

29-06-2008
E2 Music installs Orcus EPOS System in two shops

Myriad software has been installed in two E2 Music stores in the Republic of Ireland. The shops are in Navan in Co. Meath, and Mullingar in Co. Westmeath. Both sites each have Myriad installed on two EPOS tills, plus back office PCs.

Click here to view the E2 Music website.

For more information on EPOS software in the Republic of Ireland, please contact sales on 01332 866420 (from Ireland dial 0044 1332 866420) or email sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Director's Cut install Myriad in Killarney store

Director's Cut install Myriad in Killarney store

21-06-2008
Irish retailer adds EPOS System to another site

Film retailer Director's Cut has installed the Myriad EPOS system in their shop in Killarney, Co. Kerry. The site is linked via Myriad to the head office in Cork.

The Killarney store joins the growing list of retail sites using Orcus EPOS solutions in the Republic of Ireland.

For more information on EPOS software in the Republic of Ireland, please contact sales on 01332 866420 (from Ireland dial 0044 1332 866420) or email sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


No monkeying around for Ape with WebShop

No monkeying around for Ape with WebShop

20-06-2008
Retailer is the first to integrate Myriad with website

Ape has gone live with Myriad WebShop. The Brighton-based retailer of music, film and books is the first Orcus customer to use WebShop to power a transactional website.

All of the stock for both the Ape shop and website is controlled by Myriad. Once stock has been entered into Myriad, it instantly creates a product page on the site. When a customer places an order, the information is automatically fed back into Myriad to be processed. Says Ape owner Frank Taylor:

"I can control what appears on my website very easily through Myriad, and not having to maintain a separate database or rekey order information is a huge time-saver.

The website settings mean I can easily customise the site whenever I want, so that offers and new releases can be given prominent banner positions on the homepage.

Now I will be able to reach a much bigger customer base than just Brighton and the south east."

To visit the Ape website click here.

To view the WebShop PDF click here.

For more information on WebShop or the Myriad EPOS system please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | WebShop | EPOS


Shuropody 10 up thanks to Orcus

Shuropody 10 up thanks to Orcus

09-05-2008
10 stores now running on Myriad EPOS software

Orcus today installed the Myriad EPOS system at the Sutton Coldfield site, which is the 10th Shuropody store. The site is a concession within the House of Fraser department store in the Gracechurch Centre.

Other Shuropody outlets recently installed include concessions within Debenhams in Leeds, Allders in Croydon, House of Fraser in Aylesbury, and House of Fraser in Dudley.

Click here to read the Shuropody case study.

Click here to visit the Shuropody website.

For more information about Myriad installations please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Ape say YES to integrated Chip and PIN

Ape say YES to integrated Chip and PIN

21-04-2008
Authorisation software installed for Brighton music retailer

Ape is the latest Orcus customer to integrate their EPOS till with EMBOSS, which is YESpay's Chip and PIN payment authorisation bureau service software.

YESpay's EMBOSS software is pre-accredited with all the UK banks and card providers (Visa, Mastercard etc). Myriad is fully integrated with EMBOSS, so it was a simple case of plugging a PIN entry device into the Ape till.

EMBOSS uses broadband to authorise card payments, which is very quick and reduces queues at the point of sale. As no separate terminal/printer is required, vital counter space is freed up as well.

Click here to view the YESpay information sheet PDF

Click here to visit the YESpay website.

For more information on integrated EPOS Chip and PIN, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


New sites make it five for Shuropody

New sites make it five for Shuropody

15-03-2008
Myriad EPOS system installed at Lichfield, Oswaldtwistle and Cadbury stores

The rapid roll-out of Shuropody stores continued today, as they opened their fifth site at Cadbury Garden and Leisure near Bristol. This adds to their stores at Oswaldtwistle Mills, Lichfield Heart of the Country Shopping Village, Trentham Estate Shopping Village, and Dobbies Garden World Retail Gallery in Chesterfield.

Shuropody Operations Director Simon Kirby is full of praise for Orcus staff and the way the Myriad system is performing,

"Orcus carried out the installations very smoothly. Training has been very thorough, and our staff are confident using the till and back office from day one. Technical support is instantly available, and the service is excellent."

Click here to read the Shuropody case study.

Click here to visit the Shuropody website.

To learn more about how Myriad EPOS systems work for multi-site customers, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Orcus proves to bead the best choice for Durham retailer

Orcus proves to bead the best choice for Durham retailer

21-02-2008
Myriad installed in first Lebeado store and head office

Mother and daughter team Jill and Kate Watkin run a bead shop in Durham which offers over 5000 beads and jewellery-making accessories. The Myriad EPOS system turned out to be exactly what they need to keep track of all their product lines, suppliers and customers.

With a head office in Northumberland, Lebeado required a multi-site system which kept things simple but could be tailored to meet their requirements. Says Jill:

"We wanted a system which was straightforward to use and could adapt to the way we run the business. Myriad is very easy to operate and there are lots of ways of customising it to suit our needs.

The service from Orcus has been excellent, and I would not hesitate to recommend them and the Myriad system."

Click here to visit the Lebeado website.

For more information on Orcus and Myriad software please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | EPOS


Orcus Rises to the top for new retailer

Orcus Rises to the top for new retailer

18-02-2008
Myriad EPOS System installed in two new stores

Today saw the second installation of Myriad EPOS software for music, film and book retailer Rise, in their new store at the University of Warwick campus. This follows the installation at the Cheltenham store on 11th February.

Rise owner Lawrence Montgomery has used Myriad before, and is very happy to work with Orcus again:

"The whole system from the tills to back office is very simple to use, and we know that any problems will be dealt with immediately. Orcus support and service has been excellent in the past and I know we are in good hands."

Rise joins an ever-increasing list of Orcus clients, from a wide range of retailer and wholesaler sectors. For more information on Orcus and Myriad software please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | EPOS


Orcus to exhibit at 2008 Autumn Fair (Birmingham NEC)

Orcus to exhibit at 2008 Autumn Fair (Birmingham NEC)

18-02-2008
Orcus confirm attendance at show - Hall 5, Stand M15

Orcus will be exhibiting at the 2008 Autumn Fair, which will be held at the Birmingham NEC from Sunday 7th to Wednesday 10th September. They can be found in Hall 5, Stand M15. Representatives will be on hand to demonstrate the Myriad EPOS system and WebShop eCommerce software.

Orcus hope to repeat the success of the 2007 Autumn Fair, which saw a huge amount of interest from retailers and wholesalers. Many enhancements to the Myriad system are now available, which offer additional functionality and improved efficiencies.

Click here to visit the Autumn Fair website.

For more information on Myriad EPOS software and WebShop eCommerce software, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | WebShop | EPOS


Shuropody sets foot in the Village

Shuropody sets foot in the Village

02-02-2008
Second store goes live with Myriad EPOS system in Staffordshire

Shuropody today opened their second store, located in the Shopping Village at the Trentham Estate in Staffordshire. Like the recently-opened Chesterfield site, the store offers a range of shoes and footcare products as well providing a variety of foot therapies.

The Trentham Shopping Village site is the third site to run on Myriad EPOS software, including head office. Shuropody Operations Director Simon Kirby is very impressed with the system and service he has received:

"Myriad enables us to see exactly what is going on across all areas of the business, and we are very happy with how it is working.

The Chesterfield and Trentham sites required a quick turnaround, and Orcus managed to carry out installation and training at both with very little notice. The support and response from Orcus is excellent, and we know we can rely on them to deliver what we need to grow the business."

Click here to read the Shuropody case study PDF.

To learn more about the Myriad EPOS system, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Another music retailer goes Ape for Myriad EPOS System

Another music retailer goes Ape for Myriad EPOS System

31-01-2008
Orcus installs for independent in Brighton

Ape Entertainment today went live with the Myriad EPOS system at their store in Brighton, Sussex.

Owner Frank Taylor had been looking for suitable EPOS software, but hadn't found one which adapted to meet the needs of music retail. Myriad has been used by a number of music retailers for many years, and after a demonstration Frank was convinced of its suitability:

"Orcus completely understand how we work and what we need. Myriad is precisely what is required as we expand the business. The ability to add tills to the store quickly and easily is a big advantage too.

The till and back office sides are both very easy to use, and it makes the ordering and control of stock very simple. The investment will pay for itself very quickly, as the system has already begun to save a substantial amount of labour hours."

In addition to music retailers, Orcus EPOS systems are used by wholesalers and retailers of jewellery, garden products, DVDs, books, musical instruments, gifts, furniture, hair products, beauty products, fashion and footwear. Myriad EPOS software is adaptable to any kind of product or service which is sold via stores, web, telephone and mail order. To find out more please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Orcus to exhibit at 2008 Harrogate Home and Gift Fair

Orcus to exhibit at 2008 Harrogate Home and Gift Fair

22-01-2008
Orcus will be exhibiting at the 2008 Harrogate Home and Gift Fair - Sunday 13th to Wednesday 16th July

Orcus can be found in Hall E, Stand 39. Staff will be demonstrating the Myriad EPOS system and WebShop eCommerce software on a variety of hardware.

To view the Harrogate Home and Gift website, click here.

For more information on Myriad EPOS software and WebShop eCommerce software, please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - WebShop | Myriad | EPOS


Myriad makes the Cut for another Irish retailer

Myriad makes the Cut for another Irish retailer

21-01-2008
Orcus install Myriad EPOS software for Director's Cut in County Cork

DVD and music retailer Director's Cut have gone live with the Myriad EPOS system, at their recently opened store in Skibbereen, Co. Cork, and head office in Cork City.

Director's Cut joins a growing number of customers with Orcus EPOS systems located throughout the Republic of Ireland, including Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Monaghan, Athlone, Waterford, Kilkenny, Mullingar, Dundalk, Bray, Swords, Castlebar and Sligo.

For more information on EPOS software in the Republic of Ireland, please contact sales on 01332 866420 (from Ireland dial 0044 1332 866420) or email sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - EPOS | Myriad


Shuropody takes first step with Myriad EPOS system

Shuropody takes first step with Myriad EPOS system

19-01-2008
Retailer celebrates opening of new store in Chesterfield

A new total footcare retailer opened their first store today, at the Dobbies Garden World Retail Gallery in Chesterfield, Derbyshire. In addition to offering a wide range of shoes and footcare products, the Shuropody shop is kitted out with specialist treatment rooms. These cater for a variety of foot therapies, such as reflexology and podiatry.

As well as straightforward point of sale and stock management, Shuropody needed an EPOS system which could facilitate customer bookings for treatments. Myriad did not originally have such a function, but Orcus developers were able to create a booking system to meet the Shuropody specification.

Shuropody staff are very pleased with the results. Managing Director Frank Duffy commented:

"We spent a lot of time looking at various systems, and Myriad was head and shoulders above the rest in terms of functionality, flexibility and price. We are also very impressed with the service and support Orcus have provided.

As well as writing new applications, they have adapted the system to cater for the requirements of our business.

The Chesterfield site will be the first of many. We are confident that we can use Myriad very efficiently as we open new stores."

Click here to read the Shuropody case study.

Click here to visit the Shuropody website.

To find out more about the capabilities of the Myriad EPOS system please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | EPOS


Music shop Heads for Leamington

Music shop Heads for Leamington

01-11-2007
Orcus install Myriad EPOS system in highly-anticipated new store

Music fans in Leamington Spa have flooded into a new store which is located in the Royal Priors Shopping Centre.

Head opened its doors today with considerable interest from local press and public. Specialising in alternative and non-mainstream music, film and books, Head aim to fill a large gap in the market for trendy Leamington shoppers.

Orcus installed Myriad EPOS software to run on five tills and an information point in the store, which is controlled from head office by owner Les Whitfield. Says Les,

"I know from using Myriad in a previous venture that it performs superbly in a retail environment. Orcus service has been second to none in the past, and still is. I had no hesitation in choosing Orcus to provide our EPOS system, particularly as Myriad integrates fully with a transactional website."

For a demonstration of the Myriad system please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | EPOS


Orcus helps create new identity

Orcus helps create new identity

09-10-2007
Myriad EPOS system installed in Derby Westfield Centre store

The new Westfield Centre opened in Derby today. With a million square feet of retail space, it houses an eclectic mix of retailers, including identity.

identity is an independent family-run establishment. The shop provides innovative jewellery and gift wear for men, plus hand crafted jewellery for ladies created by over 30 designers. In addition identity also sells hand made ceramics and gift cards. As well as this large product offering, the store also includes a workshop which allows unique pieces to be created.

identity chose to run the store on Myriad EPOS system, which is integrated with YESpay's EMBOSS payment authorisation software on two pin entry devices. The solution fulfils every requirement of their business model. Says owner Alison Warner:

"Myriad lets us control everything. As well as simply buying and selling stock, we can use the system to take deposits for special items, as well as manufactured pieces.

There was a very tight time-frame for getting the store ready in time for opening, but the Orcus team scheduled installation and training when we wanted it. They supported us superbly through the whole process, and made sure we can use Myriad to do everything we want."

For more information about identity and the Derby Westfield Centre please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | EPOS


Myriad now compatible with YESpay's EMBOSS software

Myriad now compatible with YESpay's EMBOSS software

16-05-2007
Orcus today received accreditation to use YESpay's EMBOSS pre-accredited Chip and Pin solution within the Myriad POS application.

This will enable a seamless link between the transaction capture and transaction authorization, via an ADSL link to the merchant provider. YESpay is a global provider of highly secure and scalable EMV compliant Electronic Funds Transfer payment services. These are designed to assist independent and multiple retailers operating in high street, hospitality, leisure, mail order and web environments.

EMBOSS enables them to migrate their integrated EPOS tills, mobile EFT terminals and unattended kiosks to EMV Chip and Pin. This helps to overcome the risks from fraud liability shift deadlines, which were mandated by the payment card associations.

Click here to view the YESpay information sheet PDF

Click here to visit the YESpay website.

For further details on the integration of Myriad and EMBOSS please contact sales on 01332 866420 or at sales@orcus.co.uk

Relevant links - Myriad | EPOS