How to Create a Double-Value Promotion on Gift Certificates
This guide explains how to set up a promotion that doubles the value of a gift certificate using your system configuration.
Step 1: Configure Gift Certificates
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Navigate to Setup > Configuration in your system.
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Locate the Gift Certificates section.
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Ensure gift certificates are properly set up before proceeding.
Step 2: Create a New Promotion
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Go to the Promotions section.
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Click the + (plus) symbol to create a new promotion.
Promotion Details:
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Name: Enter a clear promotion name, e.g., "Mother's Day Double Value."
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Description: Provide a concise description of the promotion for clarity.
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Target Audience: Leave as a general promotion unless specifying a specific group.
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Maximum Sales: No limit unless required.
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Validity Dates: Select the date range. For example, set the end date to the 31st of the month.
Step 3: Define Eligibility Criteria
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Proceed to the Eligibility section.
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Select eligibility based on specific items in the sale.
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Choose Gift Certificate as the eligible item and click Done.
Step 4: Configure Benefits
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Move to the Benefit section.
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Select Items Purchased Under This Promotion from the dropdown menu.
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Set the benefit to 50% off.
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Limit the maximum quantity to 1 gift certificate per transaction.
Step 5: Process the Promotion in Point of Sale (POS)
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Go to the Point of Sale module.
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Add the customer’s details.
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Add the Gift Certificate item.
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Enter the price the customer pays (e.g., $50).
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Confirm the system applies the 50% discount, effectively doubling the value to $100.
Key Takeaways
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Setup Requirements: Ensure gift certificates are enabled in the configuration.
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Clear Descriptions: Use descriptive titles and eligibility rules for transparency.
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Double Value Application: Apply a 50% discount to effectively double the gift certificate value.
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POS Verification: Always test the promotion in POS to confirm correct application.
For further assistance, contact our support team.