1782220434s:15001:"## Company Uzapoint — business platform for African SMEs (POS, inventory, payroll, hardware, integrations, finance). About: We set out to build an operating system that helps shop owners, retailers, and growing businesses manage sales, inventory, staff, finance, and customer relationships from one connected platform. Today, Uzapoint powers thousands of outlets across Africa, from neighbourhood shops and quick-service restaurants to pharmacy chains and field sales teams, with software, hardware, integrations, and financial services designed for how business really works on the ground. Stats: 5000+ Businesses served, 10+ African markets, 50+ Team & partners Vision: A continent where every SME, no matter its size or location, runs on reliable, intelligent business infrastructure that unlocks growth, jobs, and economic resilience. Mission: We make enterprise-grade business tools practical, affordable, and locally relevant for African SMEs. ## Site pages - Home: http://upweb.test - About: http://upweb.test/about - Products: http://upweb.test/products - Impact: http://upweb.test/impact - Resources: http://upweb.test/resources - Contact: http://upweb.test/contact - Privacy Policy: http://upweb.test/privacy-policy - Terms of Use: http://upweb.test/terms-of-use - App login: https://app.uzapoint.com/ - Free trial register: https://app.uzapoint.com/register ## Product categories - Software: Run sales, inventory, payroll, and reporting from one connected back office and POS. (http://upweb.test/products/software) - Hardware: Rugged POS terminals, printers, scanners, and accessories for African checkout floors. (http://upweb.test/products/hardware) - Integration: Connect payments, accounting, e-commerce, and partner systems into your Uzapoint workflow. (http://upweb.test/products/integration) - Finance: Working capital, insurance, collections, and credit insights powered by live business data. (http://upweb.test/products/finance) - VAS: SMS receipts, loyalty, training, and implementation support that extend your platform. (http://upweb.test/products/vas) ## Product offerings ### Software Packages: Gold Package. Perfect for small and growing retail businesses Features: Point of Sale: POS terminal, shifts, and cart checkout in one flow; Sales History: Back-office dashboard with full receipt history; Product Management: Products, categories, UOM, and taxes in one place; Barcoding & Labels: Generate barcodes, print labels, and scan at checkout; Staff Management: Roles, attendance, commissions, and payroll-ready records; AI Business Insights: Ask business questions and get instant data-backed answers Other packages: Diamond Package — Multi-location and service-based industries; Platinum Package — Complex operations and high-volume businesses ### Hardware Packages: Starter Hardware Kit. Everything you need to run checkout from day one Features: POS Terminal: Rugged Android terminals with offline mode and battery backup; Receipt Printer: Fast thermal printing for receipts and end-of-day reports; Barcode Scanner: Handheld and fixed scanners for intake and checkout speed; Cash Drawer: Secure cash management with POS-triggered open and shift tracking; Label Printer: Print shelf labels and barcode stickers from your catalogue; Customer Display: Secondary screen for buyers to confirm totals and payments Other packages: Pro Hardware Bundle — Redundant printers and dual checkout lanes for busy stores; Enterprise Device Suite — Multi-branch rollout with onsite installation and lifecycle support ### Integrations Packages: Essentials Integration Hub. Plug payments, messaging, and accounting into one flow Features: M-Pesa Payments: STK push, paybill, and till payments from your POS workflow; Accounting Sync: Auto-push sales, expenses, and tax lines to accounting; E-commerce Bridge: Sync online orders, stock levels, and fulfilment status; API Access: Secure APIs for custom apps, partners, and automation; Logistics Partners: Connect couriers and last-mile services for dispatch and tracking; Bank & Wallet Rails: Bank transfers, wallets, and reconciliation feeds in one view Other packages: Growth Integrations — ERP connectors, marketplace sync, and multi-entity accounting; Enterprise Connect — Custom middleware, partner SLAs, and integration engineering ### Financial Packages: SME Finance Starter. Capital, protection, and credit insights for growing SMEs Features: Business Loans: Working capital offers based on live Uzapoint transaction data; Invoice Financing: Unlock cash flow from outstanding invoices on your terms; Insurance Cover: Business insurance tailored for inventory, staff, and operations; Savings Plans: Set aside reserves and track business savings goals; Credit Scoring: Lending readiness scores from verified business activity; Payment Collections: Automated reminders and reconciliation against open balances Other packages: Growth Finance — Higher limits, inventory-backed facilities, and multi-branch visibility; Enterprise Capital — Structured facilities, insurer partnerships, and portfolio risk reporting ### Vas Packages: Business Essentials VAS. Messaging, loyalty, and training that extend your platform Features: SMS Receipts: Branded digital receipts and payment confirmations to phones; Loyalty Programs: Reward repeat buyers with points, vouchers, and promotions; Uzapoint Academy: On-demand lessons on POS, stock, and finance workflows; On-site Support: Setup, troubleshooting, and refresher training at your location; Campaign Messaging: SMS campaigns for offers, restocks, and seasonal promotions; Implementation Services: Guided migration, catalogue setup, and launch support Other packages: Premium VAS — Managed campaigns, quarterly reviews, and priority support windows; Enterprise Success — Dedicated success manager, custom training, and rollout playbooks ## Platform modules - Inventory: Track every item from warehouse to shelf, with alerts before you run out and visibility across all your locations. (Live stock counts, Batch & expiry tracking) - Production: Plan production runs, consume raw materials accurately, and understand margins before goods hit the shelf. (Bill of materials, Production costing) - Sales: Run your counter, field sales, and credit customers from one flow that keeps inventory and accounts in sync. (POS & invoicing, Customer credit) - Procurement: Control spending with approved purchase orders, reliable suppliers, and goods received matched to what was ordered. (Purchase orders, Supplier scorecards) - HR & Payroll: Manage staff records, attendance, and payroll runs with audit-friendly history your accountant will appreciate. (Payroll runs, Leave & attendance) - Communications: Send payment reminders, promotions, and internal alerts powered by the same data your business runs on. (Bulk SMS campaigns, Payment reminders) - Accounting: Let sales, purchases, and expenses post to your ledger automatically so closing books is calm, not chaotic. (Auto journal entries, Expense control) - Reports: Dashboards designed for African SME owners, clear, actionable, and ready when you need answers fast. (Profit snapshots, Branch comparisons) - Services: Schedule work, track job progress, and invoice recurring contracts without losing revenue in the gaps. (Job cards, Recurring billing) - Support: Give your team a helpdesk tied to customer history so every ticket starts with context, not confusion. (Ticket tracking, SLA reminders) - Integrations: Link M-Pesa, banks, e-commerce, and custom tools so data moves freely across your business ecosystem. (M-Pesa & banks, API connectors) ## Impact programs Headline: 5,000+ Businesses served, 60,000+ Jobs supported, 20+ Corporate partners, 10+ Markets served - SME Empowerment Fund: The SME Empowerment Fund connects verified business performance with practical capital, so owners invest in stock, staff, and expansion without leaving the platform they trust. (http://upweb.test/impact/sme-empowerment-fund) - Uzapoint Academy: Uzapoint Academy helps teams adopt digital tools faster, reducing errors at the till, improving stock discipline, and building finance-ready habits from day one. (http://upweb.test/impact/uzapoint-academy) - Partnerships: Our partner network extends what a single software platform can do, connecting merchants to capital, collections, insurance, cloud infrastructure, and last-mile support. (http://upweb.test/impact/partnerships) - Metrics: We measure what matters to SMEs and the partners who support them, from daily active users to jobs created and financing unlocked. (http://upweb.test/impact/metrics) - Testimonials: Every testimonial reflects a team that chose better visibility over guesswork, and the confidence that comes from running one connected platform. (http://upweb.test/impact/testimonials) - CSR: Corporate social responsibility at Uzapoint means creating pathways for entrepreneurs who might otherwise lack tools, training, or visibility, through grants, academies, and ecosystem programs. (http://upweb.test/impact/csr) ## Resources - Press Releases: Official announcements, partnerships, product launches, and market expansion updates from Uzapoint. (http://upweb.test/resources/press-releases) - Featured Stories: Long-form customer and team spotlights showing how African SMEs grow with Uzapoint. (http://upweb.test/resources/stories) - Blogs: Practical articles on retail operations, finance, technology adoption, and SME growth. (http://upweb.test/resources/blogs) - Events: Workshops, webinars, partner days, and community meetups for merchants and resellers. (http://upweb.test/resources/events) - Gallery: Photos from workshops, partner days, merchant visits, and community programs. (http://upweb.test/resources/gallery) - Careers: Open roles across engineering, merchant success, partnerships, and operations. (http://upweb.test/resources/careers) Recent content: - Uzapoint wins Kenya eCommerce SME Platform Award 2023: Recognition for product innovation and merchant support across retail and distribution sectors. (http://upweb.test/resources/press-releases/kenya-ecommerce-award-2023) - Uzapoint and Equity Bank expand SME financing access: Merchants using Uzapoint transaction data can access streamlined working-capital assessments. (http://upweb.test/resources/press-releases/equity-bank-partnership) - Uzapoint launches dedicated Rwanda merchant success team: On-ground onboarding, training, and partner support for Kigali and regional retailers. (http://upweb.test/resources/press-releases/rwanda-market-expansion) - From market stall to three branches: an Academy graduate's journey: How structured POS training helped a Nairobi retailer standardise stock counts and cashier handovers. (http://upweb.test/resources/stories/academy-graduate-spotlight) - Supermarket owners digitize multi-branch operations in 90 days: Inventory sync, cashier training, and finance dashboards across three store locations. (http://upweb.test/resources/stories/supermarket-digitalization) - Pharmacy chain builds audit-ready stock trails: Batch tracking, expiry alerts, and branch transfers for regulated inventory. (http://upweb.test/resources/stories/pharmacy-compliance-story) - Cloud ERP in minutes: what SMEs should expect on day one: Setup checklist, stock import tips, and first-week reporting habits for new merchants. (http://upweb.test/resources/blogs/cloud-erp-in-minutes) - From chaos to cash flow: credit control habits that protect margins: Receivables routines that help owners collect faster without daily customer chasing. (http://upweb.test/resources/blogs/chaos-to-cash-flow) - Stock counts that store teams actually finish: Cycle-count templates and shift-friendly workflows for high-traffic shops. (http://upweb.test/resources/blogs/stock-count-routines) - Hiring your second cashier without doubling mistakes: Shift handovers, float control, and training checklists for growing tills. (http://upweb.test/resources/blogs/hiring-your-second-cashier) - Mobile money reconciliation without end-of-day surprises: Match till totals to wallet statements using simple daily checkpoints. (http://upweb.test/resources/blogs/mobile-money-reconciliation) - Five dashboard views every branch manager should check on Monday: Sales, margin, stock-outs, receivables, and staff productivity in one weekly ritual. (http://upweb.test/resources/blogs/branch-manager-dashboard) - Nairobi Merchant Workshop: Inventory discipline for multi-SKU shops: Hands-on session on cycle counts, purchase orders, and branch transfers. (http://upweb.test/resources/events/nairobi-merchant-workshop-q2) - Kigali Partner Day 2025: Reseller enablement, banking integrations, and go-to-market planning for Rwanda. (http://upweb.test/resources/events/kigali-partner-day-2025) - Webinar: Credit control without losing loyal customers: Live Q&A on limits, reminders, and mobile settlement flows. (http://upweb.test/resources/events/credit-control-webinar) - Dar es Salaam Retail Meetup: Lessons from fast-moving outlets: Peer stories on queue management, staffing, and supplier negotiations. (http://upweb.test/resources/events/dar-es-salaam-retail-meetup) - Uzapoint Academy graduation, Nairobi 2024: Forty-two merchants completed advanced POS and inventory certification. (http://upweb.test/resources/gallery/academy-graduation-2024) - West Africa partner briefing: Resellers and fintech allies aligned on onboarding targets. (http://upweb.test/resources/gallery/partner-day-lagos) - Merchant visit: neighbourhood supermarket refresh: Success coaches helped reorganise fast-moving grocery aisles. (http://upweb.test/resources/gallery/merchant-visit-kampala) - CSR youth entrepreneurship workshop: Students learned basic bookkeeping and digital sales tracking. (http://upweb.test/resources/gallery/csr-youth-workshop) - Field team onboarding, Kigali: New success coaches train on merchant visit checklists. (http://upweb.test/resources/gallery/field-team-rwanda) - Kenya eCommerce awards night: Uzapoint team celebrates SME platform award win. (http://upweb.test/resources/gallery/awards-night-2023) - Merchant Success Lead, Nairobi: Lead coaching programs and visit standards for Kenya retail and hospitality merchants. (http://upweb.test/resources/careers/merchant-success-lead-nairobi) - Senior Backend Engineer: Build reliable inventory, payments, and reporting services for multi-branch merchants. (http://upweb.test/resources/careers/senior-backend-engineer) ## Contact & support - Sales & demos: +254 704 502 414 - Support: +254 704 502 414 - Nairobi HQ email: uza@uzapoint.com - Kenya general: ke@uzapoint.com - Tanzania: tz@uzapoint.com - Rwanda: rw@uzapoint.com - Nairobi office: The Atrium Building, Chaka Road, 4th Floor, Suite 4.07 - Regional offices: Nairobi, Mombasa, Eldoret (Kenya); Dar Es Salaam (Tanzania); Kampala (Uganda); Kigali (Rwanda); Lusaka (Zambia); Lagos (Nigeria); Johannesburg (South Africa) - Contact page for callbacks and office details";