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Building for Resilience: Why the AWS Outage had Minimal Impact on Square Systems

When Amazon Web Services (AWS) experienced a major outage earlier this month, many businesses across the globe saw widespread service disruptions.

Raising the Bar With Square Handheld: Designing Our First Full-Featured Handheld POS

When I first joined Square as Head of Industrial Design, I was thrilled to be joining a brand with a legacy of building powerful, elegant devices. The

How To Start a Coffee Shop

Learn how to open up a coffee shop in 2025 with step-by-step guidance on costs, planning, legal requirements and running your cafe successfully.

How Much Does a POS System Cost?

The cost of a POS system varies depending on hardware and software features and your business type. Read more on how much POS systems cost.

How To Choose the Best Restaurant POS System (2025)

Discover how to choose the best POS system for your restaurant. Compare features and benefits to make the right choice for your restaurant.

How To Choose the Best POS System for Your Small Business

Learn how to choose the best POS system for your small business with our 2025 guide. Compare features, options and best practices for small businesses.

What Is a POS System and How Does It Work?

Learn how a POS system works, from payment processing and inventory tracking to hardware and software, and choose the right setup for your business.

How to Create an Invoice — 4 Easy Ways

When you run your own business, understanding how to invoice is essential. Follow these five easy steps to help you with the process with Square Ireland.

How To Accept Credit Card Payments

Discover this step-by-step guide on how to accept credit card payments, including methods, costs, and tips for your business.

How To Use Apple Pay: A 2021 Comprehensive Guide for Business Owners

Square’s Apple Pay guide walks you through the ins and outs of Apple Pay, how to use it at stores and online, and how to accept it at your business.

How Much Does It Cost To Start A Food Truck In Ireland? (And 10 Tips To Save Money)

Does starting a food truck cost less than a brick-and-mortar restaurant? Here’s everything you need to know about food truck startup costs in Ireland and how to save money.

mPOS — How to Choose the Right Mobile POS System

Take credit card payments on the go with a mobile point-of-sale. Here’s what to look for in a mobile POS and how to choose the best mPOS for your business.

Inventory Management 101: How to Manage Small Business Inventory

Running out or having excessive stock is bad for your bottom line. Learn inventory management techniques to have the right products when you need them.

What is a SKU and How Should You Use It?

If you work in the retail industry, chances are you’ll have heard of a SKU. Discover what a SKU is and how you should use one.

A Guide to Using Cashless Payments in Your Business

How can you make sure you’re trending in the same direction as your customers? Ensure you’re never losing out on sales by equipping your business with a cashless payment system that benefits you and your customers in the quickest and most modern way.

What is Square? How to Start Selling with Square

Square helps businesses streamline payments, operations and growth. Learn how Square can support your business, no matter what type or size.

How to Set Up and Use a Balance Sheet for Your Business [With Template]

A balance sheet is a great way to get a clear picture of where your business stands financially. Use our handy template to start your balance sheet right away.

Is Dynamic Pricing Right for Your Restaurant?

Although dynamic pricing is not used as commonly in the restaurant industry as in others, now may be the perfect time to explore it as a pricing.

How to Take Card Payments Over the Phone

Need to take card payments on the phone? Square’s Virtual Terminal can help. Learn how to take customer’s card payments over the phone with our guide.

5 Indicators It’s Time to Expand Your Restaurant’s Footprint

How do you know when you’re ready to expand your business? These top indicators show it could be time to grow.

How To Start a Business in Ireland: A Guide for New Business Owners

Learn how to start your business with this guide—covering everything from business plan creation to licences and legal obligations.

What Is Credit Card Processing, and How Does It Work?

In this guide, we share everything you need to know about credit cards, credit and debit card processing and how to select the best option for your business.

Best Small Business Ideas to Start in Ireland 2025

Do you dream of becoming your own boss? Discover the most profitable small business ideas in Ireland, how to start a business, and what to consider.

16 Tips for Using Square Kiosk To Boost Revenue and Overall Profitability

Discover how you can get the most value from your Square kiosk, including tips for optimising your menu for upselling, and integrating with your other

Creating a Restaurant Loyalty Program: What to Know

Loyalty programmes are everywhere. From Boojum to Apache Pizza, restaurants in Ireland are harnessing the power of rewarding loyal.

Increase Online Orders Through Your Restaurant Website

Learn how to easily accept online orders to improve margins and build customer loyalty.

Loyalty Programs: Why They Matter And How To Start One

Over half of recently surveyed customers said loyalty programme perks would interest them in a business. Here’s what you should consider when creating

The Ultimate Social Media Image Size Guide

Download this handy template for sizing your posts so you’re ready to post as often as you want.

Complete Guide for Starting a Business from Home

There’s nothing more exciting than starting a business. Check out this handy guide on how to start a business from home and the key things to remember.

Customer Touch Points in an Age of No-Touch Restaurants

New technology has taken centre stage to maintain full-service dining in restaurants. Find out how to keep customer touch points in an age of no-touch.

QR Codes: What They Are and How to Generate One

Wondering what is a QR code and how they can be used for your business? Square allows you to generate QR codes for payment. Read more.

From Cocktails to Mocktails: How Irish Restaurants Are Adapting to Alcohol-Free Trends

From Cocktails to Mocktails: How Irish Restaurants Are Adapting to Alcohol-Free Trends In the last few years, drinking habits in Ireland have been.

What Is a Card-Not-Present (CNP) Transaction and Why Does It Cost More

What Is a Card-Not-Present (CNP) Transaction Square

Omnichannel Marketing: Definition, Strategy, Tools, and Examples

An omnichannel marketing strategy provides a fluid, connected experience across all customer touchpoints. Here is everything business owners need to know.

How to Calculate Break-even Point Analysis

Learn how a break-even analysis can help you determine fixed and variable costs, set prices and plan for your business’s financial future.

Credit Card Processing and How to Accept Card Payments

Learn what a credit card processing fee is, what goes into it, how fees affect your rate, and how you can reduce your transaction fees.