Managing thousands of dollars in fresh fish daily — from maintaining live lobster tanks to restocking shellfish with varying shelf lives — is no small feat. A basic cash register won’t cut it. You need tools designed to meet the unique demands of the seafood business.
With the industry reaching $31.52 billion in revenue this year, savvy seafood market owners are turning to specialized point of sale (POS) software to stay competitive. Here are three seafood market POS software systems built specifically for vendors like you.
1. Markt POS
The morning rush at a bustling seafood market is a whirlwind of orders flying, scales buzzing, and prices shifting with the day’s catch. Markt POS developed its seafood market POS software specifically for this fast-paced environment, with tools that help markets operate efficiently while maintaining complete inventory control.
Key features
Here’s how Markt POS handles the daily challenges of selling fresh seafood:
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Smart scale integration: Connect your scales to your POS system to keep tabs on every fillet and shellfish sale by weight. The system automatically updates inventory as you sell, so you know exactly what’s left in your case.
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Fresh sheet updates: Change prices quickly when market rates change. Update your display boards and register prices in one click, so your whole team stays in sync.
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Spoilage tracking: Monitor shelf life across different types of seafood. Get alerts when items are nearing their sell-by date, so you can adjust pricing or prep for tomorrow’s order.
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Customer tools: Trace who buys what and when. Set up text alerts for customers who want to know when their favorite fish is in stock or reward regulars with points toward future purchases.
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Team management: Handle schedules, time cards, and register permissions in one place. Know who’s handling which tasks and sales throughout the day.
Reviews
"What we love about Markt POS is our ability to access our data from anywhere. Whether it is on my cell phone, tablet, or laptop at home, I can always have my finger on the pulse of the business."
— Charles Bougas, Owner, McKinnon’s Meat Market
“My favorite feature is probably the reporting, like the end-of-day reporting and tracking product sales, seeing what products are really selling and what products we can get rid of.”
— Roy Marden, Wholesale Operation Assistant, Captain Marden’s Seafoods
2. Octopos
Running a seafood market requires juggling fresh inventory, fluctuating prices, and constant customer demand. Octopos created its seafood market POS software to help streamline these operations and maintain control over daily tasks.
Key features
Here’s how Octopos supports the everyday demands of seafood markets:
- Scale integration: Link your scales directly to the POS system to track sales by weight, whether it’s fish fillets, shellfish, or other fresh items. Inventory updates automatically with each sale, so you always know what’s in stock.
- Real-time pricing updates: Quickly adjust prices to match fluctuations in the market. Sync updates across your POS system and digital displays with a single click to keep everyone aligned.
- Inventory freshness tracking: Monitor the shelf life of your seafood inventory. Get notifications when products near their expiration date, helping you reduce waste or plan special promotions.
- Customer engagement tools: Build stronger customer relationships by offering personalized services. Send alerts when specific items become available or create loyalty programs to encourage repeat visits.
- Staff management: Organize employee schedules, manage timecards, and control register access through a centralized system. Track staff performance and tasks throughout the day for better accountability.
Reviews
"With Octopos, I can track everything — from sales to inventory — effortlessly. The loyalty program has been a game-changer, bringing customers back more often. It's like having a dedicated assistant for my business. I couldn't imagine running my store without it!"
— Georgia S., Fairfax Market
"Octopos made running my store so much easier. The mobile inventory scanner saves hours during stock checks, and the interactive customer display boosts engagement at checkout. Plus, the support team is always there when I need them. Highly recommend!"
— David G., Groomers Fish Market
3. IT Retail
If you’ve spent time in the seafood business, you know how tricky managing fresh fish inventory can be. IT Retail designed its system to address these challenges, making it easy to monitor and control various cuts and handle rapid price changes as market rates fluctuate.
Key features
IT Retail supports quick transactions and detailed reporting to help seafood markets thrive. Key features include:
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Fish market-specific features: Easily manage everything from whole fish to portioned fillets. Keep an eye on various cuts from a single fish, oversee special orders, and monitor your display case inventory. The system even accounts for ice shrinkage calculations.
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Offline mode: Continue selling, even if your internet goes down. Once you’re back online, all sales and inventory updates automatically sync so you don’t lose data or have mismatched inventory counts.
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Advanced inventory tracking: Observe and record your case and cooler in real time to stay on top of your inventory. Set alerts for low stock on bestsellers like salmon or items approaching their sell-by date.
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Customizable touchscreen: Customize your register screen to match your staff’s workflow, placing common items and functions within easy reach. This streamlines training for new employees and keeps lines moving during busy periods.
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Employee management: Manage your team effortlessly by scheduling fish cutters and counter staff, logging hours, and setting permissions for tasks like price changes or voiding transactions.
Reviews
“IT Retail’s technical support is excellent, its professionals have almost infinite patience and are trained to support the POS implementation and use process.”
— Diony I., Valley Produce Market Inc.
“IT Retail and staff have given our markets A+ service over the years. His products knowledge and efficiency is second to none. We are grateful to have an awesome partnership with IT Retail and their great support staff.”
— Jonathan T., Union Market
Simplify Seafood Sales and Increase Profits With Markt POS
Running a seafood market has its challenges, but the right seafood market POS software makes it much easier. Markt POS is built specifically for seafood retailers, combining essential features with an easy-to-use interface.
With Markt POS, you can control your inventory, speed up checkout times, and focus on growing your business. Schedule a demo today to take the first step toward simplifying your daily operations.
