The document describes a cloud-based point of sale (POS) system that provides centralized inventory control, financial accounting, and reporting for chains of retail outlets. Key features include hosting the application and data on a secure server so no complex hardware is needed, allowing access from any device with a web browser. The system monitors performance and handles maintenance. Benefits include lower costs through shared infrastructure, quick setup, improved reliability, flexibility, and security over an in-house system. It provides functionality for inventory management, sales, customer accounts, and interfacing with accounting software.