Integrated Point-of-Sale: The Center of Your Retail FFL

Integrated Point-of-Sale: The Center of Your Retail FFL

For a minute, think back to elementary school science – specifically, the solar system. At the center of the solar system is the sun, encircled by planets. In addition to providing light and heat needed to support life, the sun’s gravity keeps everything from the...
Multiple Sale Reports: Types, Trends & Compliance

Multiple Sale Reports: Types, Trends & Compliance

In addition to regulating the manufacture, import, sale, and transfer of firearms, the ATF is also responsible for targeting, investigating, and recommending prosecution of those who participate in criminal activities involving firearms – such as firearms trafficking....
ATF Processing eForms 4 in 100 Days

ATF Processing eForms 4 in 100 Days

Earlier this year, we reported the first ATF eForm 4 applications filed since the ATF eForms system was updated were being approved in 90 days or less, with user-submitted data averaging under 60 days. However, at the time of that writing, the Bureau had yet to update...
Customer Announcement: Oakdale Gun Club

Customer Announcement: Oakdale Gun Club

Orchid is proud to announce a new customer, Oakdale Gun Club. Founded in 1964, Oakdale Gun Club is located near Lake Elmo outside St. Paul, Minn. A member-owned and operated facility, Oakdale offers multiple handgun, rifle and shotgun ranges – including an...
ATF Compliance Inspection Update: Q2 2022

ATF Compliance Inspection Update: Q2 2022

Now past the halfway point of 2022, we find ourselves in the heat of summer. For some FFLs across the country, that may mean slower sales, but for the firearms industry’s regulatory agency, it’s business as usual. Earlier this year, we published our first quarterly...