--- title: "Stores module" description: "Create, edit, and manage stores, including operational settings and POS integrations." canonical: https://docs.ordering.co/docs/products/ai-dashboard/orders-stores-operations/stores-module/ --- # Stores module _Create, edit, manage, and remove stores._ [Video: Stores Module video walkthrough](https://docs.ordering.co/media/ai-dashboard/videos/stores-module.mp4) This narrated walkthrough demonstrates the same workflow documented in the written, step-by-step guide directly below. ## Master your locations: a guide to the stores module In today’s fast-paced digital marketplace, centralizing the management of your physical and online storefronts is essential. The **Stores Module** within Ordering.co is designed to be your command center, allowing you to oversee multiple business locations, configure specific operational settings, and integrate Point of Sale (POS) systems—all from a single, intuitive interface. Whether you are managing a local café or a multi-national retail chain, this guide will walk you through the essential features of the Stores Module. --- ## Step-by-step feature guide ### 1. Navigating the store dashboard Upon entering the module, you are greeted with a high-level overview of all your registered businesses. - **Search & Filter:** Use the search bar to find businesses by name or use the status filter to toggle between **Active** and **Inactive** locations. - **Quick Actions:** Each store card allows you to quickly **Edit** details or toggle the **Enabled** switch to manage the store's visibility instantly. [Video: Stores Module — animated step 1](https://docs.ordering.co/media/ai-dashboard/clips/stores-module/gif-01.mp4) ### 2. Managing POS systems Select **View POS Systems** on a store card to: - Connect to popular platforms like **Symphony** or **Wansoft**. - Configure custom integrations for specific ordering platforms. - Monitor the displayed connection status: **Connected**, **Pending**, or **Disconnected**. [Video: Stores Module — animated step 2](https://docs.ordering.co/media/ai-dashboard/clips/stores-module/gif-02.mp4) ### 3. Detailed business configuration Clicking the **Edit** button opens a comprehensive suite of settings categorized for easy access: - **Basic Information:** Update your business name, unique URL slug, and contact phone numbers. - **Location & Address:** Set the store coordinates using the interactive map, then review the address, delivery zones, and customer search result. - **Payment Methods:** Choose which forms of payment your store accepts (e.g., Cash, Card on Delivery) and set the general **Price Level** ($-$$$$$) for customer expectations. [Video: Stores Module — animated step 3](https://docs.ordering.co/media/ai-dashboard/clips/stores-module/gif-03.mp4) ### 4. Customizing taxes & delivery zones - **Taxes:** Create and assign specific tax rates (e.g., VAT, Sales Tax) to each location. You can define if a tax is "Included" in the price or added at checkout. [Video: Stores Module — animated step 4](https://docs.ordering.co/media/ai-dashboard/clips/stores-module/gif-04.mp4) - **Business Zones:** Use the **Polygon Tool** on the map to draw custom delivery boundaries. This allows you to set specific delivery prices and minimum order amounts based on the customer’s exact neighborhood. [Video: Stores Module — animated step 5](https://docs.ordering.co/media/ai-dashboard/clips/stores-module/gif-05.mp4) ### 5. Scheduling & branding - **Business Hours:** Define your operational windows for each day of the week. You can add multiple time periods per day to account for mid-day closures or shift changes. - **Logo:** Personalize each store by uploading a high-quality logo, ensuring your brand identity remains consistent across the platform. [Video: Stores Module — animated step 6](https://docs.ordering.co/media/ai-dashboard/clips/stores-module/gif-06.mp4) ### 6. Creating a new business Adding a new location is a simple 6-step process: 1. **Basic Info** $\rightarrow$ 2. **Address** $\rightarrow$ 3. **Payment Methods** $\rightarrow$ 4. **Schedule** $\rightarrow$ 5. **Logo** $\rightarrow$ 6. **Review**. _The system even allows you to find your restaurant on Google Maps to automatically pull in existing data, saving you time._ [Video: Stores Module — animated step 7](https://docs.ordering.co/media/ai-dashboard/clips/stores-module/gif-07.mp4) --- ## Tips & tricks for efficiency - **The Power of Slugs:** When setting your "Slug" in Basic Information, keep it short and descriptive (e.g., `downtown-cafe`). This makes for cleaner URLs if you are sharing store links directly with customers. - **Layered Scheduling:** Use **Add Time Period** to represent separate lunch and dinner hours, then test the resulting availability. - **Testing Zones:** When drawing Polygon delivery zones, start with broad shapes and refine them over time based on where your drivers encounter the most traffic or difficulty. --- ## Best practices - **Regular Status Audits:** Periodically check your "Inactive" list to ensure no locations are accidentally hidden from your customers. - **Store Logos:** Use a square logo that meets the upload requirements, then review it in each relevant surface. - **Review POS Before Launch:** Configure the POS connection and verify inventory and pricing before enabling a new store. --- ## Conclusion Review store details, POS connections, tax settings, delivery zones, schedules, and branding before enabling a new location. Was this page helpful?