RFID (radio-frequency identification) is the technology whereby encoded digital data in RFID tags are captured by a reader via radio waves. There are three components to an RFID system: an RFID tag, an RFID reader, and an antenna. This technology can be extremely useful in car wash businesses, so this article provides a quick overview [...]

Payment security should be a top priority when choosing a point-of-sale system for a car wash business. EMV and the types of transactions any proposed system supports should be taken into consideration. By affording the time to conduct proper due diligence from the outset, businesses will be protected from compliance headaches and financial losses in [...]

Fleet cards have been on the market for quite some time and continue to provide value to both consumers and businesses. They bring considerable benefits to the business, and employees can benefit from use too. In this age, with its need for continual diversification, initiative and innovation, fleet cards are becoming a very popular payment [...]

With an ever-growing digitalised economy, the global digital signage market is predicted to rise by an estimated 7.3% over the next 5 years. The benefits of having centrally controlled digital signs to replace old communication tools has led to an increased demand for digital signage products, particularly in commercial places such as retail stores, hospitality [...]

Before you invest your money and time into establishing or growing a car wash business, you need to take a step back and carefully analyse all aspects of your proposed business idea. The vehicle for doing this is a “business plan”, which should demonstrate to potential partners, investors and employees that you are committed to [...]

As a car wash operator, one of the first big decisions you need to make is the type of car wash service you will provide customers. Each type of car wash provides their own unique benefits and is likely to suit a specific type of business, so its worth understanding the different types available before [...]

In an ever-changing economy, the importance of good leadership within any business should never be underestimated. Creating a leadership team that strives and succeeds in achieving business goals, will help it see continual growth. Whatever external factors are impacting the market, solid leadership is the sure-fire way to steer the ship during challenging times, whilst [...]

Deciding on a name is undoubtedly one of the most significant decisions you’re required to make when starting up your own car wash business. No matter how innovative or reliable your products and systems may be, you’ll struggle to make a mark in the industry if you don’t get the name right. It really is [...]

According to Global Industry Analysts, the global car wash market is expected to reach $24 billion (US) by 2024. This illustrates a market with huge opportunity, both locally and globally. This gives entrepreneurs a fantastic opportunity to create a business within this sector, whereby demand is high and predicted to keep growing. Demand for car [...]

Here at PSD Codax, we’re always looking to help car wash businesses innovate and make better use of advancing technology and trends. Our passion for innovation has allowed our Codax products to become the most common form of token-free access control in the world. From entry systems and controllers, to marketing software and accessories, our [...]