Boone, NC — April 23, 2026 — ECRS® is proud to announce that it has been named Best Place to Work in Watauga County 2026. This recognition from the Watauga Democrat is especially meaningful as it reflects a workplace culture that supports not only its employees, but also the long-term vitality of the High Country community.
While strong customer relationships continue to play a critical role in ECRS’s success, the longevity and dedication of the employees are equally important. Many team members choose to build lasting careers with the company, contributing their knowledge and commitment over years and even decades. As technology continues to advance at a rapid pace, it is this strong internal support system that allows ECRS to innovate with confidence, evolve alongside the retailers served daily, and maintain a competitive edge within the industry.
The culture fostered by ECRS leadership is evident in how people join and stay with the company. A significant portion of its workforce comes through referrals from current employees, including friends, family members, and former colleagues. This speaks volumes about the trust and pride team members have in the organization. People choose to be part of ECRS because they believe in the mission and want to contribute to something meaningful: building a sustainable technology company driven by purpose.
What We Do
Independent retailers operate in a state of constant motion. Consumer expectations evolve, technology advances, and operational pressure continues to intensify. While many aspects of the retail landscape shift quickly, one requirement remains unchanged. Independent retailers need technology that performs consistently, reliably, and at scale.
At ECRS, we bring together retail software, hardware, and services to create complete, value-based solutions that perform as promised. Our technology is designed to support retailers of all sizes through a flexible framework of optional plug-and-play modules that integrate seamlessly with our core applications. This approach gives customers the freedom to adopt the right level of automation for their business today, with the ability to expand as their needs grow.
History
Founded in 1989 by entrepreneur Pete Catoe, ECRS began as a small software company rooted in a simple but powerful philosophy. Alongside a small team of colleagues, he established ECR Software Corporation with a focus on practical innovation, reliability, and relationships. That philosophy continues to guide ECRS today.
From those early beginnings, ECRS has grown into an award-winning retail automation company with thousands of installations across the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean.
Careers
ECRS is actively hiring across a variety of roles. For professionals who align with our purpose and are motivated to make a meaningful impact in technology and beyond, ECRS offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and explore what it means to be part of a company built on trust, innovation, and long-term relationships.
About ECRS
Family-owned since 1989, ECRS is a Certified Evergreen® retail transactions and artificial intelligence solutions provider, offering simple, practical solutions that unify operations and empower independent retailers to thrive. ECRS’ revolutionary CATAPULT® POS platform, powered by Unified Transaction Logic®, is the market’s only truly unified transaction platform that seamlessly connects all retail touchpoints. With CATAPULT, all retail touchpoints—including point of sale, back office, self-checkout, deli scale, fuel pump, pharmacy, inventory, loyalty, eCommerce, and enterprise management—share one single transactional logic. Unifying hardware, software, and services, ECRS offers friction-free, cost-saving solutions that make advanced automation accessible while transforming the consumer experience.
Contact
Ryan Reynolds
For Public Relations
800.211.1172
newsroom@ecrs.com