Genius: the new unified POS platform
Formerly known as Terminal Plus, Global Payments has launched Genius, a unified POS platform designed to centralize collection, management and reporting, while adapting to different sectors and countries.
The launch was made official in spring 2025, with initial availability for foodservice in the USA and Canada, followed by a staggered retail rollout.
Why is Genius a game-changer?
Genius is not just another application. It’s a unified POS architecture that enables Global Payments to rapidly launch variants by market and vertical (foodservice, retail, campus, large sites), while respecting local requirements.
Objective: offer the same experience, the same transactional visibility and the same performance standards, whether you have a restaurant in Montreal or a network of boutiques across the country.
The catering version is available at launch for companies in Canada. The retail version is currently under development.
Who is Genius, the simplified platform, for?
Genius brings together all the essential features of a modern POS system: checkout, kitchen management, back-office, payments, kiosks, takeout ordering, digital signage, and advanced configuration capabilities to suit both large chains and ambitious small and medium-sized businesses.
Retail trade
Genius offers fast payment processing, connected inventory, and unified in-store and e-commerce reporting. The goal is to avoid surprises, standardize prices and promotions, and accelerate online sales.
Restaurant
Genius brings service-oriented workflows: rapid order-taking, payment at the table, better managed queues, synchronized cooking and instant visibility of sales by time, product and channel.
Large companies
If you have multiple points of collection and compliance and process issues, Genius ticks the boxes for a single, long-term platform.
Genius and MEV-Web Compliance in Quebec
As of May 31, 2025, any establishment that serves food in Quebec (restaurants, bars, cafés, caterers, food trucks) must submit its billing data to Revenu Québec in real time via MEV-Web. This requirement effectively eliminates most POS platforms designed elsewhere in North America.
Genius is MEV-Web certified by Revenu Québec. Data transmission is built into the software: no separate physical device, no technical intermediary, and certified deferred synchronization if the connection is lost during service.
This is the most important thing to check when comparing Genius to a U.S. platform. A POS system that handles tips and taxes perfectly in Ontario or New York is not compliant in Quebec if it does not have certification from Revenu Québec.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Genius POS
Was Genius called Terminal Plus before?
Yes. Genius is the platform that replaces Terminal Plus. If you’re currently using Terminal Plus, we can explain what’s changing and what the migration entails.
How much does Genius cost in Canada?
The price of Genius depends on your setup: the number of stations, handheld terminals, and kiosks; the modules you’ve activated; and your transaction volume. As an official Global Payments reseller, Geasy Pay bases its quote on your actual setup rather than a fixed rate. Call 438-806-0450 for a no-obligation quote.
What's the difference between a point-of-sale system and a payment terminal?
Point-of-sale (POS) system
A POS system is a collection of software and hardware used to manage business transactions, including the sale of products or services.
It typically includes retail software for item entry, price calculation, transaction processing and inventory management.
A POS may also include features such as customer management, sales tracking, reporting and integration with other systems such as accounting.Payment terminal or Interac machine
A payment terminal is an electronic device used to process credit or debit card payments.
It consists of a card reader and a keypad that allows customers to enter their PIN or sign to authorize the transaction.
Payment terminals can be stationary or portable. They can support various types of payment cards, including chip cards and contactless cards.
Payment terminals are often used in conjunction with a point-of-sale system, but they can also be used standalone in certain situations, such as at trade shows or temporary events.I have several points of sale. Can I use Genius?
The Genius solution has been designed to offer centralized retail management, even with multiple outlets. We know that isolated inventory management stunts growth and causes costly imbalances. With Genius, you can optimize your inventories and make every product accessible to your customers, in-store, online or at any branch.
Can I use my existing equipment?
Genius adapts to your reality. Card readers, scanners, cash drawers, printers or iPads: our software is compatible with most POS equipment on the market.
What operating system does Genius run on?
The Genius solution is compatible with iOS and Android devices, offering a fluid, intuitive experience on large touch screens.
Is Genius available for retail or only for the restaurant industry?
Genius was launched in the spring of 2025 with the restaurant version, available in the United States and Canada. The retail version is being rolled out gradually. If you operate a retail business, please contact us to check current availability in your area.
What hardware does Genius work on?
Genius runs on iOS and Android, which means the platform is not tied to a single family of proprietary devices. In practice, three configurations cover the majority of businesses:
Countertop station.
Fixed touchscreen, receipt printer, cash drawer. For a business with steady sales volume and a single checkout point.
Handheld terminal
Order taking and payment at the table or in the dining room, using the same interface as the main station.
Control terminal
Ordering at the counter without involving an employee, linked to the same menu and the same order sent to the kitchen.
Order Genius POS today!
Call us at +1 438-806-0450 to speak with one of our consultants, or contact us to discuss your needs. Take advantage of a 90-day trial when you open your account!
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