What Is a New Generation Cash Register (ÖKC)?
A new generation cash register, officially known as a New Generation Payment Recording Device (ÖKC), is a smart point-of-sale device that replaces classic cash registers by combining receipt printing, card payment acceptance and real-time data sharing with the Turkish Revenue Administration (GİB) in a single unit. Unlike a traditional cash register, it automatically transmits Z reports and sales data to GİB servers over GSM/Ethernet and can accept bank card payments directly on the device.
ÖKC Types: Which Device Fits Your Business?
New generation ÖKC devices come in different types depending on business size and sales volume:
- Simple / Mobile ÖKC: Portable, battery-powered devices for small businesses, market vendors, service points and mobile sales.
- PC-connected ÖKC: For high-volume businesses such as supermarkets, restaurants and stores that integrate with POS software.
- Smart ÖKC with external hardware: Enterprise solutions that integrate with peripherals such as barcode scanners, scales, cash drawers and customer displays.
Who Is Required to Use an ÖKC?
In Turkey, most retail businesses that issue receipts or invoices to end consumers are required to use an ÖKC. Supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, stores, pharmacies and similar retail points fall within this scope. Under GİB regulations, older cash registers are being gradually replaced by new generation ÖKC devices. Therefore, when choosing a device you should consider not only today's needs but also compatibility with e-transformation processes.
5 Criteria to Consider When Choosing an ÖKC
- POS software integration: Seamless communication between the device and your existing sales and inventory software is critical for uninterrupted operations.
- E-document compatibility: Devices that support e-invoice, e-archive and e-waybill processes save cost and time in the long run.
- Bank and virtual POS support: The ability to work with multiple banks and collect payments flexibly from a single device.
- Speed and durability: Hardware that maintains performance during peak sales hours.
- Service and technical support: An authorized service network and fast support reduce downtime risk for fiscal devices.
The Importance of ÖKC and POS Software Integration
An ÖKC device makes sales on its own; however, true efficiency emerges when the device works integrated with powerful POS software. Synchronizing product, stock, campaign and customer information with the ÖKC reduces checkout errors, automates reporting and makes all sales channels manageable from a single center.
The Right ÖKC and Software Solution with PineBI
PineBI supports the digitalization of businesses across a wide range of areas, from market automation and restaurant management software to retail POS solutions and e-transformation (e-invoice, e-archive, e-waybill) processes. To determine the hardware and software combination best suited to your needs for new generation cash register and ÖKC integration, and to manage the entire process end to end from installation to technical support, you can contact the PineBI expert team. Build an operation that is both compliant with regulations and efficient by consolidating your sales, stock and fiscal processes on a single platform.
