AppotaPay at VietFranchise 2026: Over 1,000 visitors on opening day

Held from October 29–31, 2026, at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in Ho Chi Minh City, the Vietnam International Franchise Show 2026 brings together businesses seeking opportunities to develop chain operations and franchise models.

At Booth D22, AppotaPay is showcasing its 2026–2027 F&B and Retail Market Reports alongside a comprehensive payment solutions ecosystem, offering businesses valuable insights into consumer trends and practical solutions to support their operations.

Market insights: Understanding consumers to make informed business decisions

In the F&B and retail sectors, fluctuations in purchasing power and shifts in consumer behavior can influence how businesses develop product portfolios, reach customers, and allocate resources. Keeping up with market trends therefore helps businesses identify opportunities while providing a basis for reviewing and adjusting their business strategies.

At VietFranchise 2026, AppotaPay is introducing its report series, “Decoding F&B and Retail purchasing power 2026–2027: What are consumers spending on?”. The reports provide an in-depth look at purchasing power and spending trends, helping businesses better assess customer demand and shape appropriate strategies for the next phase of growth.

Beyond understanding customers, businesses also need to strengthen their operational capabilities to respond effectively to market demand. This becomes particularly important when scaling operations or developing chain models, where seamless service processes, efficient transaction handling, and payment systems tailored to different business models are essential.

Payment solutions: Meeting the diverse needs of businesses

As businesses expand, operational requirements become more complex. Maintaining a seamless customer experience across different channels requires more than simply processing transactions. Payment systems must offer flexible payment methods, support cash flow management, and adapt to the operational characteristics of each business model.

For example:

• Retail stores and F&B businesses: Streamline payment processes to reduce queues and waiting times.
• Chain businesses: Standardize payment operations across outlets and enable centralized transaction management.
• Omnichannel businesses and those serving international customers: Offer diverse payment methods to meet customer needs across different channels and markets.

In response to these needs, AppotaPay is presenting an integrated payment solutions ecosystem at VietFranchise 2026. Designed to accommodate different business models, these solutions help businesses optimize existing operations while building a foundation for future expansion.

• SmartPOS/SoftPOS: Enable in-store payments and receipt printing, catering to various business models, from independent stores to multi-outlet chains.
• Payment Gateway: Facilitate online payments through websites and applications, featuring an intuitive and user-friendly payment interface.
• QR Global: Enable cross-border QR payments for international customers, helping businesses capture revenue from overseas visitors.

AppotaPay’s payment solutions are on display at Booth D22, where visitors can explore live demonstrations and experience how they work in practice.

AppotaPay at VietFranchise 2026: Over 1,000 visitors on opening day

On October 29, AppotaPay’s Booth D22 at VietFranchise 2026 attracted a strong turnout, creating a vibrant atmosphere from the very first day of the exhibition.

• 1,000+ booth visits
• 300+ market report downloads
• 160+ gifts distributed
• 100+ business discussions

From checking in to receive gifts and joining the lucky spin to accessing complimentary in-depth reports on F&B and Retail purchasing power in 2026-2027, visitors had plenty of opportunities to engage with AppotaPay and explore valuable market insights.

Visitors also had the opportunity to experience AppotaPay’s payment solutions firsthand, learn how they are applied in real business operations, and discuss specific business challenges with the AppotaPay team. Notably, the 100+ discussions provided valuable opportunities for AppotaPay to understand the needs of businesses across different sectors, strengthen connections, and explore potential collaboration opportunities.

VietFranchise 2026 continues through October 31, with more activities awaiting visitors at Booth D22. AppotaPay warmly invites businesses to stop by, experience its solutions firsthand, and connect with the team.

Event Information

• Event: VietFranchise – Vietnam International Franchise Show 2026
• Booth: AppotaPay – D22
• Venue: Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), 799 Nguyen Van Linh Street, Tan My Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
• Date & Time: October 29–31, 2026 | 10:00 AM–5:00 PM