Returns & Refunds
Process returns and issue refunds efficiently
The returns and refunds system allows you to process customer returns, issue refunds, and manage store credit efficiently while maintaining accurate inventory and financial records.
Processing Returns
1. Access Returns Module
Click "Returns" in the POS menu or use the shortcut Ctrl+R.
2. Find Original Sale
Search by receipt number, customer name, or transaction date.
3. Select Items to Return
Check the items being returned and enter the return reason.
4. Assess Item Condition
Determine if items can be restocked or must be marked as damaged.
5. Process Refund
Select refund method: original payment, store credit, or cash.
6. Complete Return
Finalize the return and provide receipt to customer.
Return Types
Ready-Made Items
- • Full refund within return period (14 days)
- • Item condition assessment required
- • Automatically updates inventory
- • Return reason tracking for analytics
Custom Orders
- • Partial refund based on production stage
- • Non-refundable after production begins
- • Store credit options for customer satisfaction
- • Manager approval required
Fabric Returns
- • Unopened/uncut fabric eligible for return
- • Partial returns by length measurement
- • Quality issues require supplier documentation
- • Restocking fee may apply
Alterations
- • Customer satisfaction guarantee
- • Free re-alterations within 7 days
- • No refunds for completed alterations
- • Manager approval for exceptions
Real-World Example
"A customer returns a ready-made shirt purchased last week due to a size issue. The cashier finds the original transaction by scanning the receipt, selects the shirt for return, and verifies it's unworn with tags attached. The system automatically calculates the refund amount based on the original payment. Since the customer paid by credit card, the refund is processed back to the same card. The inventory is automatically updated, adding the shirt back to stock. The entire process takes less than two minutes, and the customer receives an email confirmation of the refund."
Pro Tips
- • Offer store credit with a small bonus (5-10%) to encourage future purchases
- • Document return reasons thoroughly for product improvement
- • Train staff on return policy exceptions and approval processes
- • Review return patterns weekly to identify potential product issues