For handheld terminals the touchscreen provides more functionality than traditional handheld devices. 

The touchscreen terminal  allows goods in and goods out, management of flash priced items, re-labelling, stock capping and price checking to be delegated to shop floor staff.  It uses the same familiar touchscreen operation to the EPOS terminal which is easy to use and familiar to shop floor staff.

The benefits of the Scanfast Handheld Touchscreen Terminal: Quicker to use Less training Same interface as the Touchscreen EPOS Terminals Intuitive use and easy to understand Easier delegation to less skilled staff but still retain control through the system Control of central billing suppliers goods-in and goods-out (sale or return) and invoicing - eliminates paper and ensures invoicing and credits are at correct prices

The benefits of the Table waiter Handheld Touchscreen Terminal: Improved customer service Fewer mistakes Direct entry of customer order/requirements on lin/ offline operation Faster table service Same interface as the Touchscreen EPOS Terminals Intuitive use and easy to understand