Unlock New Revenue: MPI POS Partners with BandyWorks for Tobacco Loyalty & Scan Data
At MPI POS, we are constantly looking for ways to turn our POS offerings from a simple tool into a revenue generator. For our merchants in the Convenience, Liquor, and Smoke Shop sectors, competing with national chains can be a challenge, especially when those big chains can offer deep discounts on tobacco products that independents often can’t.
That is why we are thrilled to announce our official partnership with BandyWorks.
This powerful new integration bridges the gap between our MPIPOS system and major tobacco manufacturers (like Altria, RJ Reynolds, and ITG), allowing you to unlock "found money" through rebates and offer competitive loyalty pricing to your customers.
The Problem: Leaving Money on the Table
Major tobacco manufacturers offer significant rebate programs (often called "Scan Data" programs) to retailers who can validate their sales data. Additionally, they fund loyalty discounts like "Save $0.50 on 2 Packs" that drive volume.
However, accessing these programs has historically been difficult for independent store owners. It often required manual spreadsheets, complex reporting to data aggregators (like MSA or IRI), and strict compliance checks. Because of the hassle, many merchants simply miss out on thousands of dollars in monthly revenue.
The Solution: Automated Loyalty with BandyWorks
Our partnership with BandyWorks changes the game. By integrating directly with our MPIPOS platinum bundle, BandyWorks automates the entire process.
Here is why this is a win for your business:
1. Level the Playing Field with Discounts You can now offer the same competitive "multi-pack" deals and loyalty discounts as the large corporate gas stations. These discounts drive foot traffic and increase basket size.
2. We Handle the Setup One of the biggest hurdles to tobacco loyalty is configuring the promotions in the POS. With this partnership, you don't have to worry about programming complex rules. BandyWorks provides a "white-glove" service, handling the configuration of promotions directly within your system so they ring up correctly every time.
3. Automated Rebates (No More Spreadsheets) BandyWorks connects securely to your system to validate your sales data and report it to the manufacturers on your behalf. This ensures you receive your rebate checks consistently, without you having to spend hours on back-office administration.
4. Full Certification & Compliance The tobacco industry requires strict validation. BandyWorks manages the certification process with the manufacturers to ensure your store is fully compliant and eligible for payments.
Get Started Today
If you are selling tobacco products and aren't participating in these manufacturer programs, you are effectively letting potential profit slip away.
Turn your tobacco section into a high-performance profit center. Contact your MPI POS account manager today to learn more about activating the BandyWorks integration for your store.
