Denmark- An innovative roll-out of Scala’s digital signage content management software has been completed as part of a live TV project at Denmark’s Jyske Bank. The solution has already received international attention and has won the bank 2 prestigious digital signage awards.

To support the launch of the new jyskebank.tv LIVE platform in October 2013, the bank turned to Scala to provide content management capabilities to the bank’s new channel. The jyskebank.tv LIVE channel is broadcast to around 700 displays, ranging from 22” to 42” in size and is visible in prime locations in its 120 branches all over Denmark.

Jyske Bank approached traditional broadcast technology manufacturers, but found their playout servers struggled to handle the variety of image sources and deliver the required effect within a price-point that was acceptable to the bank.

“We have VOD, live video, text-based news, Facebook feeds, Instagram feeds, Twitter feeds, stock information and so on,” explained Steen Mertz, director of communications and technology at Jyske Bank. “All of this is hard to put together in the broadcast world. We realised that we could achieve this better by turning to the digital signage world.”

The Nordic team at Scala adapted its solution to the requirements of the bank and the Scala technology now acts as a broadcast playout server, running as part of the broadcast equipment running the bank’s TV production studios at its HQ in Silkeborg.

“The Scala software has allowed for an increased efficiency of the station and a reduction in the need for manual supervision of the process,” commented Jørgen Enevoldsen, Area Sales Manager Denmark at Scala. “Jyske Bank can now handle various inputs, including social media feeds. The flexibility of the Scala solution has saved Jyske Bank money and time by simplifying the broadcast workflow.”

jyskebank.tv LIVE is a crucial part of Jyske Bank’s marketing and communication strategy. Being able to distribute content at a high level has enabled the bank to secure partnerships with some of the largest media companies in the world.

“The overall solution, which includes the Scala software, has already won an award and raised the visibility of Jyske Bank as a thought leader in its industry,” concluded Mertz. “It’s always a nice surprise when you find an application for a software that is perhaps a little off what it was intended for but it turns out to be extremely well worth it.”

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About Jyske Bank and jyskebank.tv LIVE

Jyske Bank is the third biggest bank in Denmark and has subsidiaries in a number of European countries. The bank strives to offer customers a different banking experience which is reflected in the untraditional décor of its outlets.

Jyske Bank is also among the first companies in the world to own its own live news channel, jyskebank.tv LIVE. The channel broadcasts online 24/7 delivering up-to-date financial and economic news.
For more information, visit: jyskebank.tv

About Scala

Scala has a passion for creating intelligent digital signage solutions that move consumers, employees and products. Driving more than 500,000 screens worldwide, Scala solutions increase sales, improve brand loyalty, optimize the customer experience, and reinforce business objectives. Scala is headquartered near Philadelphia, Pa., with multiple subsidiaries across Europe and Asia, and over 500 partners in more than 90 countries. For more information, visit: www.scala.com

Innovative software and hardware implementation helps make Alizz Islamic Bank the only Omani bank to receive recognition at this year’s Asian Banker Awards

MUSCAT, Oman--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alizz Islamic Bank SAOG, Oman’s newest Islamic Bank, today announced that it has jointly won the ‘‘Best Branch Automation Project Award in the Middle East” along with NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), the global leader in consumer transaction technologies. Alizz Islamic Bank won the award at The Asian Banker’s Middle East and Africa Country 2014 award ceremony, becoming the only bank in the Middle East to win an award in this category.

Held in Dubai, the 2014 edition of the awards was attended by more than 100 senior bankers from across the Middle East and Africa. Considered the most prestigious of its kind, the awards recognize the best efforts by the consumer financial services industry in bringing superior technology, products and services to their customers. The scoring of the award is based on several crucial elements, such as growth in client base, transaction volume and value as well as the range of unique features of products and service offered by the bank.

Commenting on the award, His Highness Sayyid Taimur Bin As'ad Bin Tarik Al Said, Chairman, Alizz Islamic Bank, said: “We are very proud to have won this prestigious international award. I would like to thank all of our customers for their loyalty and belief in Alizz. This is a first for any bank in the region to win this prestigious award within seven months of operations. I would like to thank NCR Corporation, our partners who were able to understand our requirements accurately and deliver the latest software and hardware technology to make our branch banking services unique and customer friendly. I would like to also thank our employees for their commitment for making Alizz Islamic Bank as one of the foremost Islamic banking providers of Shari’a compliant products and services in the Sultanate.”

NCR supported the set-up of core banking infrastructure for Alizz Islamic Bank, including UCS servers, networking equipment, middleware, ATM controller, call centre, security and IP telephony.

“At NCR, we make the everyday easier by listening to our customers, keeping their best interests in mind, and making every consumer interaction with businesses an exceptional experience,” said Osama Awad, NCR country manager, for financial business in Oman. “This award reaffirms the strength and uniqueness of the technologies that have made NCR the undisputed leader in ATMs around the world. We are proud to partner with Alizz Islamic Bank – a new, dynamic financial institution with innovative branch transformation technologies to establish a strong competitive edge through a superior customer experience.”

NCR also deployed innovative branch banking technologies such as full function ATMs, teller cash recyclers, teller cheque scanners, instant cheque issuance, instant card issuance and signature pads. The new technology ensures better productivity of the bank’s resources, reduced customer wait time and a compelling next generation branch banking experience.

“The award further reflects the bank’s commitment to place the customer’s needs at the heart of its consumer banking operations. This is a key component of Alizz Islamic Bank’s service offering, and we are delighted to have been recognised for our customer-centric approach,” added Saif Al Yarubi, Acting CEO of Alizz Islamic Bank.

Alizz Islamic Bank was recognised with the prestigious “Best Branch Automation Project Award in the Middle East” award for its concerted efforts in continuously innovating including launching the Bank within a period of five months.

About Alizz Islamic Bank SAOG

Alizz Islamic Bank is one of the first dedicated Islamic Banks in Oman. With an aim to offer customers an enriching Banking experience designed for today’s modern world, the Bank has focused its investments on human capital and best of breed of technology to ensure the delivery of exceptional, responsive customer service. Transparent processes and innovative products and solutions that are inspired by Islamic Shari’a cater to the diverse needs of both commercial and corporate customers.

About NCR Corporation

NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) is the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, turning everyday interactions with businesses into exceptional experiences. With its software, hardware, and portfolio of services, NCR enables more than 485 million transactions daily across retail, financial, travel, hospitality, telecom and technology, and small business. NCR solutions run the everyday transactions that make your life easier.

NCR is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia with approximately 29,000 employees and does business in 180 countries. NCR is a trademark of NCR Corporation in the United States and other countries.

Web sites: www.ncr.com, www.ncrsilver.com

Twitter: @NCRCorporation

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ncrcorp

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ncr-corporation

YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/ncrcorporation

Axiomtek, one of the world's leading designers and manufacturers of innovative, high performance and reliable PC-based industrial computer products, has introduced DSB550-880, its new high-performance digital signage player featuring the 4th generation Intel® Core™ i5 processor with the Mobile Intel® QM87 Express chipset.

With three independent displays and 4K display capability, the DSB550-880 is a great solution for users looking for a simple-to-implement digital signage player.  The all-in-one signage box computer supports up to 8GB of DDR3L memory, USB 3.0 interfaces, three independent displays with dual HDMI and DisplayPort interface, and network connections through LAN, WiFi and 3G/4G or LTE.  Two PCI Express Mini Card slots are available for wireless communication module or TV tuner card.  It also comes with2.5” SATA HDD and mSATA for maximum storage capacity.  With our new compact, smart signage player, you can deliver attractive digital advertisement to your audience anytime, anywhere.

“The new exceptional DSB550-880 offers impressive system performance and supports 4K Ultra High Definition resolutions.  Its super slim 210 x 35 x 165 mm chassis enables the unit to easily fit into the tightest spaces behind displays.  It comes with Intel® Active Management Technology 9.0 (AMT 9.0) for convenient remote diagnosis and cost-effective maintenance,” said Robert Wang, director of Product & Marketing Division at Axiomtek.  “The outstanding DSB550-880 is designed for multi-screen display deployment in various environments including at shopping malls, corporate offices, education facilities, religious organizations, financial institutions, mass transit facilities, retail stores, restaurants, and performing art centers.”

Axiomtek’s DSB550-880 comes with multiple display outputs: one DisplayPort and dual HDMI.  Networking is provided by one Gigabit Ethernet port and optional 802.11 b/g/n WiFi connection.  The signage platform also supports two USB 3.0 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, a RS-232 port, audio port, 2.5” SATA HDD drive bay, mSATA, and two PCI Express Mini Card slots.  This super compact signage box system can be wall mounted or VESA mounted.

Axiomtek’s newest DSB550-880 will be available in July, 2014. For more product information and to pre-order your samples, please visit Axiomtek global website www.axiomtek.com or contact our sales representative .

OnSite Manager 3.10 lets organizations fine-tune local messaging to match their needs and processes; adds tight approvals and new rich media capabilities

NEW YORK - Major enhancements to ComQi’s OnSite Manager™ toolkit allow digital signage network operators to fine-tune local messaging capabilities to their organizations’ exacting needs and processes.

ComQi’s newly-released OnSite Manager 3.10 adds new capabilities that allow businesses and organizations of any size to create, manage and schedule digital signage content down to the local office and even local department level. Though easy for users, the browser-based platform is governed by powerful rules and rights-based administration tools that ensure messaging is subject to tight approval processes.

“There was a lot of effort put into this release to respond to the diverse needs of our customers, who represent everything from grocery retailing to health care management,” explained Max Stevens-Guille, Chief Technology Officer of ComQi. “We made it configurable to a lot of different workflows, because we wanted to deliver a product that customers could use the way they wanted to, as opposed to how we might say it had to be used.”

“It’s very powerful when you can tell a customer a system is designed to be readily tailored to their needs and how they work, so that they don’t have to make compromises,” added Stuart Armstrong, ComQi’s Chief Revenue Officer. “Local messaging tools in digital signage are common, but we’re not aware of any competitive products that approach OSM’s depth of capability.”

OSM 3.10 is a companion product to ComQi’s award-winning content management system, EnGage. While digital signage networks are centrally hosted and managed by designated administrators using the ComQi EnGage software as a service solution, the optional OSM system allows content to also be created and updated by anyone within an organization that’s been assigned user rights. Local content created and approved within OSM is distributed and managed using EnGage.

“The great thing about EnGage OnSite Manager is its unique access levels to maintain brand integrity with local customization capabilities,” said Bryant Little, Director of Motion Graphics at PlayNetwork. “We’ve previously been challenged with managing local content, but OnSite Manager gives us the flexibility and ease of use to create branded templates and still give our consumers control of the final output.”

OSM 3.10 provides a digital signage network with the power of location through permission and creation options assigned at head office, regional, local and even department levels. Approved users can easily and quickly customize local messages, and communicate a wide range of information, on templates created by an administrator.
Highlights of OSM 3.10 include:

•     Tight Message Approvals: All messaging can be subjected to an approvals process that includes comments;
•     Granular Permissions: Messaging, template usage and availability, editing and content targeting capabilities can be assigned, easily, down to individuals within specific departments and locations of companies;
•     Animations and Effects: Templates can cycle through multiple pages of messages, and include animations, image slideshows and text effects;
•     Easy Management: Templates are organized through a folder tree system, allowing drag and drop manage for content creation;
•     Customized Help: OSM allows administrators to customize their help tabs down to individuals or types of users, based on their site, role and ID. Help tabs can also point directly to customer ticketing systems.

OnSite Manager (OSM) also expands capabilities for creating real-time and near real-time automated content using sophisticated, but easily activated, data integration tools. Content based on everything from data in food ordering systems to queue management can be mapped and then injected or pulled into pre-designed templates – ensuring content is fresh without requiring any manual updates. 

About ComQi

ComQi is a global leader providing a cloud-based Shopper Engagement Technology that influences consumers at the point of decision, in-store, using all digital touch-points: digital signage, mobile, video, touch, web, and social networks. ComQi’s mission is to deliver an end-to-end solution that is tailored to engage consumers by optimizing communications and marketing strategies that provide the best ROI. Passport, ComQi’s mobile solution, is a targeted communication channel between the retailers and the shop¬pers, through the stores’ displays and the shoppers’ smartphones and tablets.

Through the Passport interactions, retailers enhance their marketing campaign for shoppers to experience a unique and personal connection with their brand. Visitors are stimulated by an entertaining digital dialogue, reinforcing the brand identity and the consumer brand relationship. Simultaneously, retailers gain valuable detailed data analytics and business intelligence on the shoppers.
ComQi’s hundreds of customers include leading brands around the world, such as Victoria’s Secret, Bath and Body Works, Meijer, H&M/Weekday, Six Flags, AT&T, McDonald’s and The Premier League (in the UK), CinemaxX (in Germany), Toys ‘R’ Us (in China), and Carrefour and Credit Lyonnais (in France).

Self-checkout solution brings a new checkout experience to customers of the Chinese department store chain at the Rainbow Shopping Mall in Hangzhou

SHANGHAI -- (BUSINESS WIRE) -- NCR Corporation, the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, today announced that it has won a self-checkout pilot project from Rainbow Department Store. After an initial test phase, the self-checkout solution will be available at the newly opened Hangzhou Rainbow Shopping Mall by the middle of this year.

One of the “Top 100 Chain Retailers of China” for many years, Rainbow Department Store is dedicated to ‘sharing the beauty of life’ with all customers. In kicking off the self-checkout pilot project, Rainbow Department Store intends to create a faster and more convenient checkout option for its shoppers through the use of advanced technology.

NCR’s self-checkout solution gives shoppers the option of scanning, bagging and paying for purchases themselves, at their own pace. The solution’s user-friendly interface and touchscreen intelligently guide shoppers through the checkout process with animated demonstrations – making the transactions fast and simple.

“Retailers around the world are placing more power into the hands of shoppers to create a more satisfying experience,” says Gerald Huang, general manager for Greater China, NCR Retail. “Our own research shows that self-checkout solutions can reduce wait times by as much as 40 percent while nearly two thirds of shoppers say stores that offer the option of self-checkout provide better customer service.”

NCR is the world’s largest supplier of self-checkout technology according to strategic research and consulting firm RBR. According to RBR’s research, NCR is the leader in self-checkout shipments with a total of 70 percent share.

About NCR Corporation

NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) is the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, turning everyday interactions with businesses into exceptional experiences. With its software, hardware, and portfolio of services, NCR enables more than 485 million transactions daily across retail, financial, travel, hospitality, telecom and technology, and small business. NCR solutions run the everyday transactions that make your life easier.

NCR is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia with approximately 29,000 employees and does business in 180 countries. NCR is a trademark of NCR Corporation in the United States and other countries. The company encourages investors to visit its web site which is updated regularly with financial and other important information about NCR.

Web site: www.ncr.com, www.ncrsilver.com
Twitter: @NCRCorporation, @NCRRetail
YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/ncrcorporation

LG Display, the world’s leading innovator of display technologies, will showcase the future of display technology, including its ground-breaking OLED panels, at the Society for Information Display’s (SID) Display Week 2014 from June 3 to June 5 at the San Diego Convention Center.

The company will showcase line-ups of curved Ultra HD OLED and LCD TV panels, along with high-definition IT and mobile panel products and commercial display panels during the SID exhibition.

On exhibit will be 55-inch, 65-inch and 77-inch Ultra HD curved OLED TV panels which provide superior picture quality.

Also on view will be 65-inch and 105-inch Ultra HD curved LCD TV panels based on IPS technology that achieve wide viewing angles without color distortion when viewed from the side. LG Display’s curved Ultra HD TV panels are equipped with its flagship FPR 3D technology to provide viewers with dynamic 3D images four times sharper than Full HD panels. The curved screen allows viewers to enjoy an improved immersive cinematic experience.

Also being showcased will be a Quad HD panel for mobile devices. With 2,560×1,440 pixels, four times higher than HD with 1,280×720 pixels, and with an impressive pixel density of 491ppi, LG Display’s Quad HD panel offers significantly sharper images to achieve improved picture quality. In addition, a 34-inch WQHD monitor and a 13.3-inch Quad HD display for notebook PCs will be on show, highlighting the company’s unmatched high-definition technology.

LG Display will unveil for the first time the world’s largest 98-inch Ultra HD LCD for interactive whiteboards at SID 2014. Providing an image eight times sharper than HD projector-type interactive whiteboards, the company’s Ultra HD LCD panel for interactive whiteboards enables users to see the contents on the screen in daylight without adjusting lighting. In addition, its large size enables the screen to be seen vividly without any image distortion from anywhere in a classroom.

LG Display will also present innovative future commercial displays, including a 47-inch transparent display, a video art wall, and a 47-inch outdoor display. The 47-inch transparent display boasts three times more transparency than existing products with a 17 percent penetration ratio, while the video art wall consists of four 55-inch panels with the world’s thinnest bezel at 3.5mm.

Apart from the exhibition, LG Display will deliver six presentations on OLED panel technology, including three invited technical papers, at the SID technology conference from June 1 to June 7, which highlights the company’s leadership on OLED technologies.

The subjects of the three invited technical papers include

▶Development of Commercial Flexible AMOLEDs,
▶Advanced Technologies for Large-sized OLED TVs, and
▶Technological Progress of Panel Design and Compensation Methods for Large-sized Ultra HD OLED TVs.

LG Display will deliver a total of 14 presentations to the conference, which will be attended by more than 6,000 global leaders in the display industry, including industry executives, academics and researchers, underscoring the company’s leading technical expertise in the display sector.

“With our cutting-edge OLED products being showcased and with our expertise in OLED technologies being highlighted in the six conference papers at SID, I believe that LG Display will reaffirm that OLED will lead the next-generation display market,” said Sang-Deog Yeo, LG Display’s Chief Technical Officer and Executive Vice President. “LG Display has become the global display leader as shown by developing many of the world’s first products that incorporate IPS, FPR 3D and OLED technologies and we will continue to do our best in being the world’s leader in next-generation technology.”

Technology to combine online and offline in retail environments, developed by a consortium comprising MMD (brand license partner for Philips Signage Solutions), QYN, AppVantages and BlackBerry

A consortium comprising MMD, QYN, AppVantages and BlackBerry has developed a system to enable retailers to send last-minute offers simply and directly to screens and, simultaneously, to a specially-developed app.The first application will start today at Délifrance Brugrestaurant on the A4 at Hoofddorp, the Netherlands. The offers and other Délifrance information will be sent real time to professional Philips screens above the order counter, to shop window screens and to the free ‘Délifrance Brugrestaurant A4 app’.This app can refer users to last-minute offers that can be used straightaway.

The consortium bundled various technologies into a 360 degree product proposition enabling restaurant owners and retailers to recognize visitors and reward returning customers. At any time of the day the system allows new and completely automated offers to be sent via various channels. For example, from their head offices retailers can expand their loyalty program to screens at locations that are important for them.

René de Jong, Director of Sales & Marketing EMEA at MMD for Philips Signage Solutions: “With our partners QYN, AppVantages and BlackBerry we have been able to efficiently connect the latest technologies into a ‘last-minute marketing’ product that gives a new dimension to mobile marketing. Combining our intelligent and high-quality screens with sophisticated real time content enables retailers to communicate with consumers directly and interactively via an app and at their own location. This is a huge step forwards in customer-related marketing, which can benefit many retailers.”

“Take the shop online.” This is the essence of this cooperation in one sentence, according to Hans-Christiaan de Vaan, Director of QYN. “Now internet, shop floor and mobile app offers are always the same. This keeps the screen content up-to-date and more relevant for shoppers. We already had a lot of experience with real time links between our customers’ website and with screens on the shop floor. The link to the mobile platform now completes the circle.”

Maurits Falkenreck, Director of AppVantages: “AppVantages provides the basis for mobile loyalty, coupons, gift cards and tickets. You can use our platform and building blocks to launch immediate personalized mobile campaigns with all possible forms of bar codes and proximity tools, without the end-user having to leave personal details or a mobile number.”

MMD, brand license partner for Philips Signage Solutions, offers high-quality professional displays with optimum image experience. These displays are used by QYN for in-store screen communication solutions (digital signage) that work with high resolution photos. AppVantages developed the technology that makes it possible for retailers to establish their own mobile marketing campaigns and to distribute these via mobile apps. The digital coupons for discounts can be validated both online and offline. AppVantages proximity technology enables offers to be sent based on the precise location of the smartphone user. BlackBerry uses the new BlackBerry Messenger (BBM) cross-platform to serve a user community in ways that go beyond the usual social media, making the BBM app capable of supporting all kinds of marketing campaigns. What’s more, the BBM social media environment is extremely suitable for supporting loyalty programs.

About MMD

MMD is a wholly owned company of TPV Technology Limited, the world’s largest LCD manufacturer, established in 2009 through a brand license agreement with Philips. MMD exclusively markets and sells Philips branded LCD displays worldwide. By combining the Philips brand promise with TPV’s manufacturing expertise, MMD uses a fast and focused approach to bringing innovative products to market. MMD operates internationally with its European headquarters in Amsterdam and a local office in Prague to serve the Eastern European market. Through its network of local sales agents MMD works with all major European IT distributors and resellers. The company’s design and development centres are located in Taiwan and Amsterdam.

City of Industry, CA --(PR.com)-- Axiomtek, one of the world’s leading designers and manufacturers of innovative, high-performance and reliable PC-based industrial computer products, announced the arrival of the P6157W and P6187W, its new 15.6-inch and 18.5-inch industrial widescreen multi-touch LCD monitors. Designed with the durability required to meet the challenges of operations in harsh environments, these attractive flat panel monitors are rugged, with an IP65/NEMA 4-rated spill‑ and dust-resistant front panel. Built with the most advanced, multi-touch, projected capacitive technology and functionalities to serve ease and practicality of use, these monitors were intended to help enhance operational efficiency and boost productivity. The P6157W and P6187W are the ideal solutions for industrial automation and control, building automation, machinery manufacturing environments, self-service kiosks, and other HMI applications.

“Our two new widescreen, multi-touch LCD monitors, the P6157W and P6187W, are slim and stylish, but yet rugged. We combine widescreen LCD flat panel and multi-touch projected capacitive technology to offer our users a true widescreen experience with simple control and monitoring functions. To withstand harsh operating environments, spillage and other damaging conditions, the P6157W and P6187W are IP65/NEMA 4 rated and built to ensure safe, stable and productive operations,” said Debby Tu, product manager of the Product Marketing Division at Axiomtek.

The P6157W and P6187W come equipped with multi-signal interfaces, including DVI, VGA, S-video, video, and USB touchscreen interface; and AC-in or 24VDC-in screw-type power connectors for use under various requirements. These space-saving, slim monitors are only 2.44 inches thick and can be panel-mounted, wall-mounted, VESA-mounted, or installed using a desktop stand.

For more product details or pricing, please visit us at our website, us.axiomtek.com, or contact our sales representative at .

Main Features:

•  15.6-inch and 18.5-inch TFT 300 nits WXGA LCD
•  NEMA 4/12 (IP65)-compliant flat panel monitor
•  Supports panel mount, wall mount and VESA mount
•  Multi-touch projective capacitive displays
•  Supports full range screw-type (locked) AC-in or 24V DC-in (option)
•  Supports multi-signal inputs: VGA, S-video, video and DVI

About Axiomtek Co., Ltd.

Axiomtek Co., Ltd. is one of the world’s leading designers/manufacturers of PC-based industrial computer products. From our roots as a turnkey systems integrator specializing in data acquisition and control systems, Axiomtek has mirrored the PC evolution in various industries by shifting our focus toward the design and manufacture of PC-based industrial automation solutions.

Axiomtek Co., Ltd., established in 1990, has more than 60 distributor partners globally. Axiomtek offers industrial PCs, embedded computing platforms, rugged embedded systems (eBOX, tBOX and rBOX series), touch panel computers, medical PCs, human machine interfaces, digital signage and displays, industrial networks, and network appliances.

New partnership leverages strengths of both companies - pairs industry leading BYOD collaboration products with highly developed worldwide sales channels

Jerusalem, Israel – Kramer Electronics, a worldwide supplier of innovative and reliable signal management products, is pleased to announce it has acquired 50% of Singapore based WOW Vision.  WOW Vision is a manufacturer of product solutions for corporate and hospitality meeting spaces and educational facilities.  Their products enable convenient wireless connection to, and the sharing of, large screen displays from laptops and mobile devices and provide effective, efficient, productive two-way collaboration.

As a result of this new partnership between Kramer and WOW Vision, Kramer will assume responsibility for worldwide branding and distribution of Wow Vision’s products.  Wow Vision will continue to conceive and develop industry leading products that make meetings and learning environments more productive and more interactive.

“We have developed the industry’s leading technologies for facilitating the effective wireless connection of meeting participants to a large screen display, and for providing unparalleled meeting collaboration in the corporate and education markets.  We pride ourselves on our ability to develop unique technology solutions for this market segment,” stated Dr. Dinesh Tripathi, CEO of WOW Vision. “In this relationship with Kramer, we believe we have found the perfect partner.  Kramer has incredibly well developed worldwide distribution channels coupled with a very strong brand name recognized for producing reliable products, and supported by knowledgeable and dedicated employees.”

“We are very excited about adding WOW Vision to the Kramer family because BYOD, collaboration and wireless applications are increasingly critical in today’s converging AV/IT world.  WOW Vision offers the best solutions in the market and this partnership allows us to add these products to our already comprehensive line of solutions,” stated Dr. Joseph Kramer, CEO of Kramer Electronics. “Most importantly though, as WOW Vision continues to design and build cutting edge product solutions to make meetings smarter and more productive in business and education environments, we can leverage the strengths of our Kramer brand, our marketing acumen and our worldwide distribution channels to get the products into the hands of our customers.”

Kramer Electronics will be launching its first two products: the Kramer VIA Collage™ and the Kramer VIA Connect™.  The products will be introduced at InfoComm 2014 which will be held June 18th through the 20th at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.

For the burgeoning collaboration market, only the fully featured BYOD oriented Kramer VIA Collage can do all of the following: wirelessly allow up to six participants to show their screens on one display, with the possibility of using two displays and allowing up to twelve participants to be simultaneously displayed;  it allows collaboration from any mix of devices – PC’s, Mac’s, tablets, Smartphone’s and more; it enables meeting participants to simultaneously create and edit a common document through their individual devices; it provides the ability for documents to be shared and saved instantaneously by all team participants utilizing the VIA Collage;  its interactive whiteboard function offers multiple users the ability to annotate, edit or highlight any image on the screen via their touch enabled devices. In fact, every member of the meeting can participate in brainstorming activities simply by using the keyboard and mouse on their own device.

The compact VIA Connect is a wireless presentation hub which provides quick and easy wireless connection to, and sharing of, a large screen device by several users.  Multiple meeting participants can display their images or at any time one individual presenter can easily choose to have their device be the only image displayed.  As with the VIA Collage, the VIA Connect can accommodate any PC, Mac, iOS or Android device.

The Kramer VIA Collage and the Kramer VIA Connect will be on display at the InfoComm show in Kramer booth C7736 located in the Central Hall of the Convention Center.

About Kramer Electronics

Founded in 1981, with its world headquarters in Israel, Kramer Electronics Ltd. is a leading manufacturer of high-quality analog and digital audio, video and computer signal management products for the ProAV, Presentation, Production, Broadcast, Home Theater, Houses of Worship, Digital Signage and Security markets.

Kramer’s product line includes audio, video and computer signal processing equipment including: distribution amplifiers (DAs), switchers, matrix switchers, scalers, presentation scaler/switchers, digital and analog decoders and encoders, fiber and twisted pair range extenders, table mounted cable management products, cables, cable accessories and more.

Kramer also offers broadcast quality routers, distribution amplifiers, multi-viewers and controllers under its Sierra Video brand, digital signage products through its Minicom Digital Signage brand, high-end rental and staging live event scaler/switchers through its Kramer Powered by Calibre brand and wireless connectivity and collaboration solutions under its Kramer VIA brand.

In addition to its headquarters in Israel, Kramer has corporate sales and distribution offices in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, United Kingdom, France, Spain, Finland, Sweden, Germany, Poland, Switzerland, Italy, India, China, Thailand, Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, New Zealand and Australia.  www.kramerelectronics.com

About WOW Vision

WOW Vision technology improves idea-generation in organizations through collaboration and innovation. Since 2001, WOW Vision has been in the forefront of the AV-IT convergence providing cutting edge and cost effective solutions for Collaboration, Streaming, Recording, Archiving and more. At the heart of WOW Vision is a team of innovators, specializing in wireless technology that challenges current presentation, collaboration and display technology. Collaboration technology features strongly in our directive to change how organizations think about ideas and how organizations perceive innovation. Through this technology, we are redefining the DNA of ideas and disrupting our current understanding of how organizations approach collaboration to drive innovation.

WOW Vision products are an example of disruptive collaboration technology. They plug into and convert any display, located anywhere in the organization, into an instant meeting point for pure collaboration, independent of device incompatibility, hardware availability, and connectivity constraints. The immediacy of collaboration spurs idea-generation and innovation on a scale that shifts people from passive recipients in a monolog of data, to active participants in a dialog of information.

WOW Vision Pte Ltd is based in Singapore. In Singapore are the business management, sales and marketing teams, whilst the strong research and development team is based in India. www.wowvision.com

New digital book showcases remarkable visual projects driven by Christie’s award-winning projection technologies

CYPRESS, Calif.– Christie® has published and released The Book of Transformations –a "coffee table" style book that explores and celebrates how artists and technicians are using powerful projection display technologies to visually transform familiar structures and objects.

The Book of Transformations provides key visuals, core plans and technical details on scores of projection mapping projects done around the world using Christie projectors and complementary enabling technologies. It is available as a free downloadable app across multiple platforms, a PDF file and as a limited release hard copy publication.

Through more than 70 case studies, readers learn how giant office buildings, ancient temples and churches, landmark towers, bridges, performance stages and even athletic playing surfaces have been re-imagined and truly transformed using "light paint" and the creative genius of event producers and artists.

Projection mapping involves creating an accurate, virtual version of a structure, and then using powerful professional-grade projectors to transform the characteristics of that structure using painted light and motion graphics.  

The tablet version of The Book of Transformations includes images, embedded video and detailed narratives of how various structures and surfaces were mapped, recreated in software, and then given entirely new appearances using powerful projected light. The Book of Transformations also traces the history of the art form, provides an extensive primer on how projects are conceived and executed, and looks at the future of the technology and medium.

The free tablet app is available on Apple’s App Store for iPads and Google’s Play Store for Android tablets. A non-interactive PDF is also available free of charge, allowing all the showcases and supporting material to be readily viewed on other tablet devices, as well as PCs and laptops.

The book follows the early 2013 release of Christie’s ‘The Book of Shapes,’ which explored the projects and possibilities of the Christie’s groundbreaking Christie® MicroTiles® modular displays.

Book of Transformations – Designed To Inform and Inspire

“The feedback and marketplace demand for the Book of Shapes was extremely positive, so we started putting the plans together for this new publication even as the first one was being released,” explained Kathryn Cress, vice president, global & corporate marketing, Christie.

“With this new book, we wanted to not only inspire our partners and end-users with what’s possible using our projection technology, but also help explain the process and ingenuity behind some of the truly amazing projection mapping work we’ve seen around the world.”

Bart Kresa of Los Angeles-based BARTKRESA Design inspired the book’s title, having produced stunning visuals at events and installations on several continents. “It’s magic,” said Kresa, “when the audience doesn’t see this as being done with projection ... when the audience doesn’t really know how it happens.”

Sorted by vertical categories: Celebrations & Festivals, Corporate, Government, Mega Events, Museums &Entertainment, Promotional & Branded, and Retail & Fashion, the Book of Transformations celebrates projects across several continents.

Featured projection mapping displays include iconic landmarks like the Sydney Opera House, the Eiffel Tower in Paris, St. Basil’s Cathedral domes in Moscow’s Red Square and the La Scala opera house in Milan. There are also Middle East mosques and temples, grain silos along Canada’s St. Lawrence River, and an old courthouse in Chile – all brought to life with projection mapping.

The book also shows how motion graphic artists and technical producers push the boundaries of projection such as in South Korea and Singapore where water vapor has served as the digital canvas. In the U.S. and Spain, new motor vehicles have been tightly wrapped in fabric and magically transformed through multiple projections and the imagination.

The Christie Technology behind Projection Mapping

Christie’s 3-chip DLP® projectors are used around the world for projection mapping. A wide choice of resolutions and brightness levels lets users project rich, evocative displays on almost any structure or surface. Christie’s range of projectors feature up to35,000 center lumens, and are equipped with either Xenon or mercury illumination, meeting the requirements for applications of any size and budget.

Christie Twist™ technology allows users to warp and edge-blend projected images onto irregular shapes or surfaces, and complicated multi-projector setups are made easy using camera-based systems such as Christie AutoStack™.

To download a copy of The Book of Transformations, tablet users can click here.

About Christie®

Christie is a global visual technologies company and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ushio, Inc., Japan, (JP:6925). Consistently setting the standards by being the first to market some of the world’s most advanced projectors and complete system displays, Christie is recognized as one of the most visual technology companies in the world.  From retail displays to Hollywood, mission critical command centers to classrooms and training simulators, Christie display solutions and projectors capture the attention of audiences around the world with dynamic and stunning images. Visit www.christiedigital.com.

Christie® is a trademark of Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc., registered in the United States of America and certain other countries.
DLP® is a registered trademark of Texas Instruments.
 

NCR software drives rapid adoption of mobile phone to deposit cheques

DULUTH, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Canadians have used their mobile phone to deposit more than 1,000,000 cheques since the Canadian Payments Association approved the cheque image rule last year to allow for mobile remote deposit capture (RDC), according to data from NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), the global leader in consumer transaction technologies.

In fact, mobile deposits have doubled every quarter since April 2013 when Canadian banks began deploying to their customers.

“While cheques have been used as a form of payment for a long time, the application of a mobile phone puts a modern twist on the process to make depositing a cheque faster and easier,” said Steve Nogalo, vice president and general manager of Global Payments Solutions, NCR Corporation. “Canadians have embraced this technology because it is convenient and secure. NCR continues to find new ways to apply mobile technology to make everyday transactions easier for consumers.”

Led by CIBC, Tangerine and several Central 1 credit unions, more than 20 financial institutions in Canada are now offering mobile cheque deposit to their customers. For North America including the U.S., which adopted RDC several years ago, consumer and business clients have deposited more than 100 million cheques using the NCR APTRA Passport for Mobile solution.

Depositing a cheque using a mobile phone is simple. After signing in to their financial institution’s mobile banking app, consumers use software from NCR to take a photo of the front and back of a cheque using their phone’s camera. The cheque image is moved through the financial institution’s processing system using NCR’s software, and the image of the cheque is sent on to be cleared in the same manner as a physical cheque.

APTRA Passport is an omni-channel RDC hub, allowing the bank to capture and consolidate business and consumer check deposits made from remote locations – which can include branches, ATMs, businesses, homes, and mobile phones – directly into back-office processing. APTRA Passport for Mobile makes mobile deposits possible, leveraging advanced item filtering, recognition, image optimization, and risk and fraud management tools to validate all transactions and images before sending them to posting, transit banks and archives.

NCR Corporation

NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) is the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, turning everyday interactions with businesses into exceptional experiences. With its software, hardware, and portfolio of services, NCR enables more than 485 million transactions daily across retail, financial, travel, hospitality, telecom and technology, and small business. NCR is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia with approximately 29,000 employees and does business in 180 countries.

Web sites: www.ncr.com, www.ncrsilver.com

Twitter: @NCRCorporation

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ncrcorp

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ncr-corporation

YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/ncrcorporation

Tampa, FL and Itasca, IL - Wondersign® and NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc. are proud to partner together in a move that offers more versatile high-end turnkey solutions to its digital signage customers. Wondersign, a leader in cloud-based digital signage services, is thrilled to support NEC's new digital signage player based on the Open Pluggable Specification OPS. This Android-based media player is capable of full 1080p high-definition playback thanks to its quad core ARM® Cortex®-A7 processor and integrated eight logic core graphics processor.

"As a true hardware-agnostic software provider, our goal is to provide clients with the freedom and flexibility to choose the best solution for  their individual needs," says Andy Reinhard, CEO at Wondersign. "A partnership with NEC, a leading edge technology provider, fits nicely within these objectives."

"NEC is truly excited to partner with Wondersign," says NEC President and CEO, Pierre Richer. "We are happy that our products will help extend Wondersign's full service solutions to high-end hardware users."

Wondersign offers its users one of the most comprehensive and affordable digital content solutions for signage and digital out-of-home (DOOH) media. With easy drag and drop playlist management, automatic transcoding and a selection of hundreds of professional designed screen templates, Wondersign is the ideal solution for small and medium-sized enterprises that are looking to manage their entire network online.

About Wondersign

Wondersign® is an easy-to-use, affordable and powerful cloud-based digital content distribution service for digital signage and interactive kiosks ideal for in-store marketing and on-premise upselling as well as digital out-of-home advertising. An intuitive administrator's console allows for the creation and scheduling of attractive content with zero technical knowledge and no additional software. Wondersign can be used for an unlimited number of displays in multiple locations around the globe, and supports a variety of hardware products from different manufacturers. Wondersign's United States headquarters is located in Tampa, Florida. For more information visit: www.wondersign.com

About NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc.

Headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc., is a leading designer and provider of innovative desktop LCD monitors, commercial and professional grade large-screen LCD displays, a diverse line of multimedia and digital cinema projectors and integrated display solutions. NEC Display Solutions develops leading-edge visual technology and customer-focused solutions for a wide variety of markets, including enterprise, healthcare, education and digital signage. It has deployed more than one-million large-format displays worldwide. For additional information about NEC Display Solutions of America products, call (866) NEC-MORE or visit the website at www.necdisplay.com.

Software-based solution from NCR helps deepen interaction with members

ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Eagle Credit Union (AECU), a division of Anheuser-Busch Employees’ Credit Union, is the first credit union in Missouri to deploy NCR’s new interactive, remote video technology to deliver personal teller services to its members.

With NCR Interactive Teller – branded ITMs at AECU – the credit union now offers its members the benefits of the personal service experience of a branch via a drive-up unit. Interactive Teller acts as a “virtual teller window”, giving members the ability to make transactions as they would inside the branch such as withdrawals, deposits and payments, transfers, and check cashing.

“The ITMs allow us to serve our members more effectively without affecting the personal service experience they enjoy and expect from us,” said Robert Cotton, vice president of Branch Operations. “The new technology will lower processing costs and provide faster transactions. One service representative can attend to as many four machines at multiple branch locations, enabling the employees at those locations to focus on in-branch member connections.”

AECU plans to install six more ITMs at its new branch in Fenton, Mo., set to open in Fall 2014.

“Our members are excited about the new technology. They enjoy the live video interaction, which wasn’t available previously with the traditional drive-up lanes,” said Branch Manager Samantha Knight.

About NCR Corporation

NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) is the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, turning everyday interactions with businesses into exceptional experiences. With its software, hardware, and portfolio of services, NCR enables more than 485 million transactions daily across retail, financial, travel, hospitality, telecom and technology, and small business. NCR solutions run the everyday transactions that make your life easier.

NCR is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia with approximately 29,000 employees and does business in 180 countries. NCR is a trademark of NCR Corporation in the United States and other countries.

Web sites: www.ncr.com, www.ncrsilver.com
Twitter: @NCRCorporation
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ncrcorp
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ncr-corporation
YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/ncrcorporation

The launch of a new city network will open up new possibilities to deploy smart city services to the heart of Kansas City's innovation district. Cisco will also work with organizations to develop a new "living lab."

KANSAS CITY, MO. -  Kansas City leaders are exploring new opportunities to build out a city network, enhance citizen engagement, and develop a “living lab”  in the city’s innovation district under Cisco’s Smart+Connected Communities program and the Internet of Everything. The project will complement a wider effort to build out a two-mile KC Downtown Streetcar path.

“Today, global competition really is between cities to provide the best quality of life for its citizens, and Kansas City is helping to lead the charge on innovation in the Midwest,” said Wim Elfrink, Cisco’s EVP of industry solutions and chief globalisation officer. “This kind of thought leadership at the municipal level is what helps pave the way for a smarter, more connected and sustainable city.”

To make this launch a reality, representatives from Kansas City and Cisco signed a letter of intent (LoI) this week.  

The LoI outlines a framework for specific pilot projects around a mobile platform for citizen access and infrastructure sensing, citizen engagement facilitated by digital interactive kiosks and mobile applications, smart street lighting and video surveillance.
The LoI also enables access for Kansas City to the Cisco Smart+Connected Communities™ (S+CC) reference architectures and provides a framework for defining and evaluating various related initiatives. In addition, Cisco is ready to assist Kansas City in developing a digital agenda.

“Cisco’s investment is further proof that Kansas City is at the forefront of technological advancement,” said Kansas City Mayor Sly James. “This joint effort will connect our visitors and residents with our City’s services and information like never before.  In addition, entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to build their own unique, innovative applications to enhance the public’s experience.  Put simply, this is a win-win for everyone and furthers our efforts to be the most entrepreneurial city in the nation.”

To help foster innovation, Cisco plans to work with Think Big Partners and other innovative companies to manage a Kansas City “living lab” for entrepreneurial development. This lab will serve as an incubator for these open ecosystem participants and the start-up community to develop new solutions to address some of the city’s greatest challenges.

“Innovative solutions will be developed that are not even on the drawing board once we connect the smart city ecosystem to the entrepreneurial ecosystem,” said Isaiah Blackburn, Cisco’s chief strategist for Connected and Innovative Kansas City.

Planned Pilot Projects:

•     Deployment of smart street lighting;
•     Smart video surveillance;
•     Environment and infrastructure sensing; and
•     Citizen engagement services solution.

The Next Steps

Detailed designs and business structures are being discussed.  In parallel additional smart services will be identified with the recruitment of additional companies. A final selection on pilot projects to be rolled out is planned by the end of June 2014.

About Cisco:

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the worldwide leader in IT that helps companies seize the opportunities of tomorrow by proving that amazing things can happen when you connect the previously unconnected. For ongoing news, please go to http://thenetwork.cisco.com.

Cisco and the Cisco logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and other countries. A listing of Cisco's trademarks can be found at www.cisco.com/go/trademarks. Third-party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners. The use of the word partner does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company.

NCR ‘retail-hardened’ solutions reduce ownership costs while providing a more engaging customer experience for leading sporting goods retailer

LONDON -- (BUSINESS WIRE) -- NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, announced today that INTERSPORT U.K. has chosen NCR and its partner, SPC International, to provide new point-of-sale (POS) solutions for its stores. The versatile NCR RealPOS™ solution minimizes downtime, reduces training time and enhances the customer experience with fast, easy and convenient transactions.

NCR solutions will be installed at the first 50 INTERSPORT stores in May with subsequent deployments throughout the chain over the next 24 months. INTERSPORT also selected NCR receipt printers, cash drawers and barcode scanners as part of the integrated POS solution. The deployment also involved Retail IT, a specialist retail provider that installed and supports software used on the POS.

“We chose to work with NCR and SPC because of their experience working with retail organizations similar to our own. NCR is known for innovative technology that consumers want to experience when they shop,” said Tom Foley, general manager at INTERSPORT. “Introducing their ‘retail-hardened’ POS solution in our stores provides a significant return on investment and greatly enhances the customer experience by saving time at the point of transaction.”

NCR POS solutions are tested for radio signal immunity, as well as humidity, shock, vibration and resisting contamination. The resulting ‘retail-hardened’ NCR solutions provide the reliability that retailers expect and speed that today’s shopper demands.

“Consumers are driving the retail conversation, as they increasingly dictate where, when and how they want to shop. Retailers, such as INTERSPORT, are responding to these demands for a convenient and swift engagement at the point of transaction by providing the latest in-store technology,” said Ronen Levkovich, EMEA vice president, NCR Retail. “Our leadership in consumer transaction technologies for many years combined with the experience of leading partners, such as SPC, lets us offer solutions that meet the growing expectations of consumers while delivering significant benefits for retailers.”

SPC has been an NCR Interact Premier Partner since 2008 and regularly deploys NCR solutions in the food, convenience and fashion sectors.

“SPC provides world class IT solutions on a global basis. We achieve this by working with innovative hardware and software partners, such as NCR, who enable SPC to deliver best-of-breed solutions to retailers who are focused on engaging with their customers, while maximizing the value of their investment,” said Bill Miller, retail sales manager at SPC International. “The value that is driven from this relationship provides significant benefits to both INTERSPORT and their shoppers.”

About INTERSPORT U.K.

INTERSPORT U.K. is part of IIC-INTERSPORT International Corporation is the brand management and purchasing company of the INTERSPORT Group. With a retail turnover of over EUR 10.2 billion and more than 5,400 associated retailers in 43 countries INTERSPORT has the worldwide leading position in the sporting goods retail market. For more detail go to http://www.intersport.co.uk/company

About SPC International

SPC International is an NCR Interact Premier Partner and provides EPOS solutions to retail end users. It also provides hardware support services to many of the world’s leading IT maintainers and hardware manufacturers, it has nine sites in five countries on three continents and employs 250 people. It has traded with more than 80 countries.

About NCR Corporation

NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) is the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, turning everyday interactions with businesses into exceptional experiences. With its software, hardware, and portfolio of services, NCR enables more than 485 million transactions daily across retail, financial, travel, hospitality, telecom and technology, and small business. NCR solutions run the everyday transactions that make your life easier.

NCR is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia with approximately 29,000 employees and does business in 180 countries. NCR is a trademark of NCR Corporation in the United States and other countries.

Web sites: www.ncr.com, www.ncrsilver.com

Twitter: @NCR_U.K., @NCRCorporation

YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/ncrcorporation

City of Industry, CA, --(PR.com)-- Axiomtek, one of the world’s leading designers and manufacturers of innovative, high-performance and reliable PC-based industrial computer products, has introduced the CAPA112, its latest fanless 3.5-inch embedded board with PC/104 for ISA bus expansion. The CAPA112 is powered by either an AMD Embedded G-Series APU dual core T40E at 1.0 GHz or single core T16R at 615 MHz, paired with the A55E FCH chipset. One DDR3-1066 SO-DIMM onboard supports up to 4 GB of system memory. Integrated with Radeon™ HD 6250 graphics controller with DirectX 11 support, the super compact embedded platform delivers unprecedented high definition visual experience. It features 18/24-bit single/dual channel LVDS and VGA interface with dual view compatibility. It offers a wide operating temperature range of -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F) and only requires +12V DC power input. With its rich graphics and easy-to-integrate platform, the CAPA112 is ideal for applications such as high-end medical imaging, digital signage, kiosks/POI, thin clients and gaming machines.

“Axiomtek’s new CAPA112 is designed for embedded applications that require small, graphic-rich form factor, especially applications that need full legacy ISA support. The fanless design makes the free of noise issues. It is also designed to work in harsh environments, with wide operating temperature ranging from -40°C to +70°C. It is an ideal choice for system integrators who are in search of a high-quality, feature-rich, small SBC with high-end graphics capability and fanless operation,” said Michelle Mi, product manager of Axiomtek’s Product Marketing Division.

Energy-Efficient Processors and High-End Graphics

The CAPA112 is powered by AMD G-Series single core T16R and dual core T40E APU with A55E FCH and has an advanced graphic engine with DirectX 11 supported. The CAPA112 provides outstanding visual experience while maintaining very low power consumption.

Rich I/O and More Features

While measuring only 146 x 104 mm, the compact CAPA112 comes with advanced connectivity including six USB 2.0 ports, one SATA-600 port, one CFast™ socket, four COM ports with 5V/12V support (three RS-232 and one RS-232/422/485), eight digital I/O ports, dual Gigabit LANs, VGA, LVDS and HD audio. In addition, it provides high-bandwidth expansion capability with one PCI Express Mini Card for custom system configurations and one PC/104 for ISA bus. The CAPA112 supports Windows® 7, Windows® XP Embedded and Linux. To ensure reliable operation, it supports watchdog timer and hardware monitoring features.

For more product details or pricing, please visit us at our website, us.axiomtek.com, or contact our sales representative at .

Advanced Features:

•  AMD G-Series APU T16R (615 MHz) single core/T40E (1.0 GHz) dual core
•  AMD FCH A55E chipset
•  One DDR3 SO-DIMM supports up to 4 GB memory capacity
•  Supports one SATA-600, two Gigabit Ethernet, six USB 2.0 ports and four COM ports
•  Display: one VGA and one LVDS (18-bit single channel or 24-bit single/dual channel)
•  PC/104 for 16-bit ISA bus
•  PCI Express Mini Card with mSATA supported
•  +12V only DC-in supported

About Axiomtek Co., Ltd.

Axiomtek Co., Ltd. is one of the world’s leading designers/manufacturers of PC-based industrial computer products. From our roots as a turnkey systems integrator specializing in data acquisition and control systems, Axiomtek has mirrored the PC evolution in various industries by shifting our focus toward the design and manufacture of PC-based industrial automation solutions.

Axiomtek Co., Ltd., established in 1990, has more than 60 distributor partners globally. Axiomtek offers industrial PCs, embedded computing platforms, rugged embedded systems (eBOX, tBOX and rBOX series), touch panel computers, medical PCs, human machine interfaces, digital signage and displays, industrial networks, and network appliances.

Cambridge, UK - Adder Technology, the high performance keyboard, video and mouse (KVM) specialist, has successfully completed an installation of its AdderLink Infinity range at Warner Bros. De Lane Lea in London.

The deal was facilitated through Adder Technology’s reseller, IP Performance, who selected the AdderLink Infinity based on the client’s twin requirements for greater flexibility and reliability.  Adder supplied three AdderLink Infinity systems (featuring high performance IP-based KVM) to Warner Bros. De Lane Lea for use in the upgrade of legacy equipment in three suites in its Soho facility. AdderLink Infinity forms the central KVM infrastructure for all three rooms and enables engineers to quickly and easily reconfigure the mixing stages based on the individual requirements of its different customers.

Pierre Ketteridge, Technical Pre-Sales Consultant at IP Performance explains: “With audio suites being hired out on a daily and weekly basis, bespoke configuration is key to meeting the requirements of each new customer. It is therefore important that set-up can be accomplished easily to save both time and money. As the management tools are so user friendly, the AdderLink Infinity enables engineers to complete the configuration quickly and simply.”

Through Adder’s high performance, IP-based KVM matrix, the computers can be placed outside of the suite, in a server room, freeing up space within the critical environment. Customers at the studio typically work with the Avid Pro Tools package and Adder’s technology enables them to pick up their project from any screen in the studio, without having to move workstations, and with no loss of quality. In addition to versatility, the AdderLink Infinity encourages collaboration and enables the sharing of control between machines while delivering excellent video quality and USB-based interactions, which is of particular benefit in applications such as audio mixing for film and television.

About Adder

Adder is a leading developer and thought leader in connectivity solutions. Adder's media networks, extenders and keyboard, mouse and video switch solutions enable the control and distribution of IT systems around the world. The company distributes its products in more than 60 countries through a network of distributors, resellers and OEMs. Adder has offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, China and Singapore.

Cloud-based digital signage platform provides centralized content management with real-time data and social content integration

Aerva, a leading software platform for managing and delivering content and experiences across digital media channels, today announced Babson College as a new customer that has implemented Aerva’s cloud-based software across the college’s digital signage network. By working with Aerva, Babson College aims to increase engagement with its students by providing a blend of campus news with real-time, social and user-generated content on campus-wide digital displays.

“Aerva works so well for Babson because their platform is cloud-based, which allows for easy and efficient scaling and content management of our campus-wide digital network. Their suite of interactive widgets allows our students to engage with Babson through digital and social channels in a way that reinforces digital signage as a reliable source of school information with our students,” said David Foscaldo, Associate Director, Media and Production Services at Babson College. “What separates Aerva within the digital signage category is the ease of use of their platform and intuitive browser-based interface.”

Since Aerva’s platform is cloud-based, colleges and universities are not required to invest in considerable hardware infrastructure and expensive software to scale and mange their digital display network. The content is managed through a web browser, providing distributed control for multiple department administrators. In the event of a campus-wide emergency or security threat, Aerva also provides a centralized security override capability to send updates directly to all digital signs across campus.

Aerva’s suite of interactive widgets allows for seamless integration of college news and announcements, videos, real-time data, social media channels, and sharable student-generated content. These widgets allow students to interact with the display network directly from their mobile devices.

“Higher Ed campuses are increasingly moving away from each department or group investing in their own systems. During emergencies, it’s much harder to coordinate messages, in a limited area or campus-wide, with these multiple systems. We’re pleased that Babson replaced their existing software with Aerva’s distributed content management and central security override option they can use when needed,” said Sanjay Manandhar, Founder and CEO of Aerva.

RB Industries, a leading bespoke signage company for hotels, provided digital signage for Destination Hotels and Resorts at their corporate headquarters in Denver. The turnkey solution includes Keywest Technology digital door signs and an interactive digital wall display, content, programming, property specific custom surrounds, as well as installation and integration with existing property management software.

LENEXA, Kan. – Destination Hotels and Resorts (DHR) is taking corporate communications to a new level using advanced digital signage systems supplied by Keywest Technology. RB Industries was selected as a preferred vendor to supply the turnkey system, which includes an interactive video wall in the lobby where guests are engaged with multiple screens filled with up-to-the-minute content. Additionally, nine digital door signs are used in the conference area of the Denver-based corporate office to provide room schedules that are automatically sourced from the on-premise Microsoft Exchange server.

With over 30 years of experience providing traditional hospitality signs used for a variety of applications, RB Industries has built a solid reputation working with the finest designers and architects of some of the world's leading resort properties. RB Industries has learned over those years that multiple communication systems not only enhance communications, but also increase operational efficiency, something their clients have increasingly been seeking.

According to Brian Murphy of RB Industries, his company has become an advocate of digital signage where added efficiencies via automation can make positive contributions by more effectively promoting useful information as another customer touch point. Murphy stated, “Digital signage will greatly improve communications for DHR through the use of data automation in the conference rooms, and a separate system in the lobby will engage visitors with interactive visuals that will help tell the compelling DHR story and inform guests of services and amenities offered by the upscale franchise. All of this has realizable ROI and ROO (return on objectives).”

Sam Ruggles, Keywest Technology’s digital solutions manager for hospitality systems, concurs with Murphy that digital signage can address both ROI and ROO in hospitality communications. “ROI is often realized just through cost savings from reduced printing and labor alone,” Ruggles said.

Ruggles also related that even though bottom-line savings are important, the bigger picture has to do with getting more work done with less which points to a return on objectives that can achieve multiple organizational goals of managers across the board.

To this end, Ruggles noted, “Imagine welcoming your conference guests with timely room schedule and wayfinding information as they arrive in your lobby via a digital reader board—this is good customer service. Customer service can be further enhanced by promoting useful services and amenities via a large, dynamic, interactive display that takes it a step further.”

The fully interactive reader board in the lobby uses Keywest Technology’s MediaZone Pro digital signage software in combination with custom creative, which provides an engaging guest experience on the multi-panel display system. The company is also supplying its Android-based SignWave digital door sign system to effectively display room-scheduling information sourced from DHR’s Microsoft Exchange server.

Keywest Technology turnkey services included working with DHR managers to develop custom content for a holistic user experience that will aid guests from the moment they arrive to the moment they leave the premises without adding any additional human resources.

About Keywest Technology

Keywest Technology is an authentic developer of digital signage technology and a full-service provider offering solutions from simple playback to large multi-sign and interactive networks. Keywest builds systems with a holistic approach that includes key software technologies, creative design, system design, and comprehensive support. Based in Lenexa, Kan., the company is dedicated to making business communication as easy as a day at the beach. For more information, visit www.KeywestTechnology.com.

Businesses, higher education benefit from NEC ultra-narrow bezel displays and pull-out mounts

CHICAGO – NEC Display Solutions of America, a leading provider of commercial LCD display and projector solutions, announced today the addition of a lower cost, ultra-narrow bezel display and two video wall bundles for all-in-one, easy-to-configure digital signage solutions.

The X464UNV is a reduced brightness LED backlit display ideal for the cost-conscious.  The 2x2 (X464UNV-TMX4P) and 3x3 (X464UNV-TMX9P) LCD TileMatrix™ Digital Video Walls leverage four and nine X464UNV displays, respectively, with the full adjustment capabilities of the pull-out mounts.  This mounting system allows for simple installation with perfect alignment and access for servicing the video walls.

The 46-inch X464UNV’s ultra-narrow bezel allows for a screen-to-screen distance between two neighboring X464UNV displays of only 5.7 millimeters.  The barely discernable transition gap between displays ensures a homogenous picture across the matrix.  Minimal bezel widths also help avoid interruptions of the displays.

“We’re adding to our portfolio of video wall bundles as a result of their popularity with customers,” said Rachel Karnani, Senior Product Manager of Large-Screen Displays at NEC Display Solutions. “Video walls can be an important component to an overall branding strategy. The X464UNV ultra-narrow displays and the pullout mounts that comprise these bundles offer a simple and cost-effective video wall solution.”

The X464UNV display, and X464UNV-TMX4P and X464UNV-TMX9P video wall bundles include the following features:

•     Professional-grade LCD panels, advanced thermal protection and sealed panel design for the most formidable digital signage industry requirements
•     LED backlighting technology, which improves power consumption and allows for a slimmer depth
•     500cd/m2 maximum brightness combined with full HD resolution, which will capture the attention of audiences
•     TileMatrix technology, which allows for easy manipulation of a single picture to 2x2 or 3x3 formats
•     Auto Tile Matrix capabilities, which reduce set up times and therefore cost
•     Full connectivity with DisplayPort, HDMI and DVI-D digital inputs, and Ethernet with automated email notifications for diagnostic purposes
•     Standard on-site warranty service for all included displays

The X464UNV, X464UNV-TMX4P and X464UNV-TMX9P will be available this month.  Contact your reseller or distributor for latest pricing.

About NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc.

Headquartered in Itasca, Ill., NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc., is a leading designer and provider of innovative desktop LCD monitors, commercial- and professional-grade large-screen LCD displays, a diverse line of multimedia and digital cinema projectors, and integrated display solutions. NEC Display Solutions develops leading-edge visual technology and customer-focused solutions for a wide variety of markets, including enterprise, healthcare, education and digital signage. For additional information about NEC Display Solutions of America products, call (866) NEC-MORE, or visit the website at www.necdisplay.com. Follow us on our social media channels: Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and LinkedIn.

About VUKUNET

VUKUNET, from NEC Display Solutions of America, is the engine that powers the digital out-of-home advertising business.  VUKUNET is the only universal ad serving platform that drives ads to any digital out-of-home network, regardless of content management system. VUKUNET makes the buying, flighting and reporting of digital out-of-home ad campaigns easy.  For additional information about VUKUNET, visit www.vukunet.com, or call (877) 805-VUKU. 

System generates ongoing revenues in the $3.49 billion optical industry

CORONA, Calif./PRNewswire/ -- AVT, Inc. (OTC Markets: AVTC) (www.autoretail.com), a leader in custom kiosks and automated retailing units, announced that it received a purchase order from OpticWash, worth over $6 million. OpticWash is the world's first automated kiosk to clean fine eyewear and jewelry.

"This is the hottest new system in the industry right now," said Shannon Illingworth, Chairman and Founder of AVT, Inc. "We are pleased to be the manufacturing partner with OpticWash, and proud to include this innovative system in our portfolio of world-class products."

AVT is considered a technology leader in the automated retailing industry and has developed and /or manufactured some of the most advanced systems in the world, including The Burrito Box, Medbox, Farmer's Fridge, Rug Doctor Self-Service Carpet Cleaning Equipment Rental Kiosk, The Cupcake Dispenser, and The Fresh Juice ATM.

According to Bryan Myers, CEO of Opticwash, interest in the system is growing daily. "We are looking at placements in military installations, college campuses, healthcare facilities, retailers, optical centers, jewelry stores, and malls throughout North America," he said. "The interest comes from virtually every channel you can imagine."

This purchase order is for the OpticWash "Pro" Unit. A new "Commercial" unit is also being developed for deployment later this year.

"The market potential is enormous," Myers said. "The optical industry alone has over 14,000 locations, and the top 100 retailers in the United States have over 266,000 more locations," he added. "When you look at all the potential sites for our unit, the numbers are staggering."

For information on Opticwash, call (877) 976-3109, or visit: www.opticwash.com

For information on AVT, call (877) 424-3663, or visit: www.autoretail.com.

About Opticwash

The simple elegance of an extraordinary idea

Some people call it a eureka moment, that instant when inspiration and perspiration combine to trigger the creation of something new, something unique and beneficial to many. We’ve read about such moments, “witnessed” them in movies and on TV. And maybe a few of us have had a eureka moment of our own. This is the remarkable story of one such moment, shared by two men, father and son in a small town. They didn’t try to reinvent the wheel… they could care less about having a story written about them… “We were just frustrated there was no convenient way to clean eyeglasses!” says, Bryan Myers, Founder. And so they invented opticwash

About AVT

AVT is a public company (ticker: AVTC), with a 15-year track record of success and innovation. AVT provides custom solutions to companies seeking an automated platform to increase sales, expand distribution, control lift, lower overhead, and enhance brand awareness.

Forward-Looking Statements: The statements herein constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of federal securities laws. Such statements are based on our current beliefs, and are subject to potential risk and change. We do not take any obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or developments after the statement was made.

Measuring 1.87 inches, the SmartMount(R) slim video wall mount Is ADA compliant

AURORA, IL (Marketwired via COMTEX) -- Peerless-AV, the leader in digital signage wall mounts, is pleased to announce the world's thinnest full service video wall mount -- the SmartMount® Slim Video Wall Mount (DS-VW755S).

Measuring 1.87 inches, the design elements of the SmartMount® DS-VW755S were incepted to uniquely complement ultra thin displays, providing the option to install a video wall system that protrudes no further than 4" from the wall, making the solution ADA compliant.

The Made-in-the-USA mount also offers installers ease of service with the ability to seamlessly align displays. While most mounts on the market require the use of tools, the SmartMount® DS-VW755S offers simple, tool-less micro adjustments at eight points. Tedious calculations and onsite guesswork are also eliminated for installers as the SmartMount® DS-VW755S offers reusable display-dedicated wall plate spacers.

For ease of service, the mount is equipped with a quick release function that allows installers easy access to displays in recessed applications that would otherwise be restricted. With the SmartMount® DS-VW755S, the display can also extend into a negative tilt position for ease of cabling, a feature not offered by any other mount.

The SmartMount® DS-VW755S Slim Video Wall Mount's universal design and small 20" x 20" footprint also allows for the mount to be used for both portrait and landscape applications, providing the ultimate flexibility for use in a variety of digital signage applications.

"This innovative addition to our award-winning patented video wall mount design builds on the success of our existing range, offering users the features they know and love about Peerless-AV mounts, such as a quick setup and tool-less micro-adjustments," said Brian McClimans, Vice President, Global Business Development, Peerless-AV. "We are especially thrilled to introduce the SmartMount® DS-VW755S as it offers features that installers, system integrators, customers and dealers are looking for, but are nearly impossible to currently find on the market, including the ability to be used in both portrait and landscape applications, negative tilt capabilities and a profile measuring only 1.87 inches."

The SmartMount® DS-VW755S will be available in June 2014 through Peerless-AV direct sales representatives and authorized distribution network.

The SmartMount® DS-VW755S Slim Video Wall Mount will be showcased at InfoComm 2014 from June 18-20, 2014 at the Peerless-AV Booth #C7918.

For additional information about Peerless-AV, please visit www.peerless-av.com , www.facebook.com/PeerlessAV , and twitter.com/PeerlessAV.

About Peerless-AV

Peerless-AV, a Peerless Industries, Inc. company, is a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of Made-in-the-USA audiovisual mounting, accessory and digital content delivery solutions as well as the industry's first fully sealed outdoor TVs for commercial and residential applications. The company's innovative AV products span off-the-shelf, commercial and custom flat panel, projector and tablet mounts as well as cables, AV carts and stands, medical carts and stands, AV racks, AV furniture and a wide range of other accessories. The Peerless Technology Division specializes in wireless, kiosk, touch, digital audio and connectivity technologies that simplify today's complex digital equipment installations. Peerless-AV manufactures over 3,600 products that serve original equipment manufacturers, commercial integrators and consumer retailers in 22 vertical markets through direct sales representatives and authorized distribution. For more information, visit www.peerless-av.com .

First in line of 4K products

Clinton, NJ – Kramer Electronics, a worldwide supplier of innovative and reliable signal management products, is pleased to announce the introduction of the VM-4HN.

The VM-4HN is a 1:4 HDMI distribution amplifier for HDMI signals. It relocks and equalizes the signal and distributes it to four identical outputs. The VM-4HN, with its maximum data rate of 10.2Gbps (3.4Gbps per graphic channel) distributes signals with resolutions up to Quad HD (38x40x2160), 24hz refresh with 8-bit/10-bit/12-bit color, and 30 Hz refresh with 8-bit color. It also supports WUXGA (1920x1200) up to 12-bit color, and 1080p at all color bit depths.

The VM-4HN supports Deep Colour, x.v.ColorTM, Lip Sync, HDMI Uncompressed Audio Channels, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD, and CEC.  It is HDCP compliant and features I-EDIDProTM Kramer Intelligent EDID ProcessingTM, an intelligent EDID handling and processing algorithm that ensures Plug and Play operation for HDMI systems.  In addition the default, pre-programmed EDID allows the VM-4HN to be connected quickly and without having to connect a display to the output.  The VM-4HN passes 3D.

Housed in a compact DigiTOOLS® enclosure, the VM-4HN comes supplied with a 5v power adapter.

For information about all of Kramer Electronics, Sierra Video, Minicom Digital Signage and Kramer Powered by Calibre products please visit www.kramerus.com.

About Kramer Electronics

Founded in 1981, with its world headquarters in Israel, Kramer Electronics Ltd. is a leading manufacturer of high-quality analog and digital audio, video and computer signal management products for the ProAV, Presentation, Production, Broadcast, Home Theater, Houses of Worship, Digital Signage and Security markets.

Kramer’s product line includes audio, video and computer signal processing equipment including: distribution amplifiers (DAs), switchers, matrix switchers, scalers, presentation scaler/switchers, digital and analog decoders and encoders, fiber and twisted pair range extenders, table mounted cable management products, cables, cable accessories and more.

Kramer also offers broadcast quality routers, distribution amplifiers, multi-viewers and controllers through its Sierra Video product line, digital signage products and high-end rental and staging scaler/switchers.

Aside for its headquarters in Israel, Kramer has corporate sales and distribution offices in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, United Kingdom, France, Spain, Finland, Sweden, Germany, Poland, Switzerland, Italy, India, China, Thailand, Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, New Zealand and Australia.

Taipei, Taiwan - Axiomtek, one of the world's leading designers and manufacturers of innovative, high performance and reliable PC-based industrial computer products, announces the eBOX635-881-FL, its new fanless embedded box computer utilizing 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 and Intel® Celeron® processor with Intel® H81 chipset. The super light yet compact eBOX635-881-FL comes packaged in an IP40-rated aluminum and cold-rolled steel enclosure and is designed to operate at temperatures ranging from -20°C to +50°C for use in extreme environments. The fanless embedded system supports six jumper-less RS-232/422/484 and sixteen DI/DO ports along with three display outputs of two HDMI, DisplayPort and VGA for applications used in transportation, POS, kiosk, industrial control automation and medical equipment. Two PCI Express Mini Card slots are added to the system for greater expansion capability. One SIM slot is also available for 3G/4G, GPS, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth applications, allowing for more efficient networking options.

“Axiomtek eBOX635-881-FL is equipped with powerful Intel® Core™ processor, high performance DDR3 memory, and rich connection capabilities. For noiseless and reliable operation in critical environments, this rugged computer has excellent mechanical and thermal design as well as anti-vibration advantage to protect the entire system from vibration up to 3 Grms (with CFast™). With Axiomtek's outstanding off-the-shelf embedded platform, system integrators can easily deploy their applications and be fast to market,” said Vincent Ji, product manager of Product & Marketing Division at Axiomtek.

To fill different application needs and expansion demands, the eBOX635-881-FL is designed with rich I/O ports, including two 10/100/1000 Ethernet, six RS-232/422/485 ports, one SIM slot, sixteen DI/DO, two USB 3.0 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, audio (Line-out/Mic-in) and two HDMI, one VGA and one DisplayPort interface. The rugged fanless embedded system supports one 2.5” SATA HDD drive bay and CompactFlash™ card for high-capacity storage. Furthermore, the box computer supports Jumbo Frame (9.5k), WoL, PXE remote boot and teaming as well as Windows® 7/8 and Linux operation system. In terms of flexible installation, the rugged embedded system can be wall-mounted. Additionally, the built-in Watchdog Timer can reset the system when a fault condition occurs.
The eBOX635-881-FL will be available in June of 2014. For more product information, please visit Axiomtek global website www.axiomtek.com or contact our sales representative at .

Main Features:

•     Fanless operation and noise free
•     LGA1150 socket 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 or Intel® Celeron® processor with Intel® H81 chipset
•     One 204-pin DDR3-1333/1600 SO-DIMM max. up to 8 GB
•     Aluminum extrusion and heavy-duty steel with IP40 standard
•     Two PCI Express Mini Card slots (USB+PCI Express signal) and one SIM slot
•     Two HDMI, one VGA and one DisplayPort
•     One 2.5" SATA HDD drive bay and one CompactFlash™ socket
•     6 COM (RS-232-422/485), 2 USB 2.0 ports, 2 USB 3.0 ports, 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 16 DI/DO ports
•     Operating temperature range of -20°C to +50°C (-4°F to +122°F)
•     Supports Jumbo Frame (9.5k), WoL, PXE remote boot, teaming

Broad portfolio of Samsung technology helps restaurants set themselves apart from the competition with new options for guest entertainment, interactivity and efficiency

CHICAGO -- (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Samsung Electronics America, Inc. is showcasing new possibilities for smart, immersive and interactive restaurant experiences at the NRA Show 2014, highlighting technology that helps restaurants attract new guests, improve customer loyalty and enrich the overall dining experience. Samsung’s digital signage solutions, Galaxy tablets, Chromebooks, award-winning multifunction printers and more will be shown in a number of real-world installations at booth #9166 at Chicago’s McCormick Place from May 17-20.

“Samsung offers a broad portfolio of technology to help restaurant owners connect better with guests and successfully compete in today’s crowded and competitive marketplace by creating customized, immersive and memorable experiences,” said Tod Pike, senior vice president at Samsung’s Enterprise Business Division. “We are partnering with some of the most innovative solution providers in the industry to showcase how our technology can help restaurants deliver a seamless new guest experience that builds differentiation, drives customer loyalty and increases profits.”

The innovative examples of technology on display at the Samsung booth that can be utilized for front of house and back of house operations include:

Buzztime BEOND Guest Entertainment System

Buzztime will showcase its tablet-based entertainment system BEOND, a social and mobile entertainment platform for restaurants. The system lets guests order food, request songs, play games (including both multi-player and arcade-style), and pay the bill – all without leaving their table. Using Samsung Galaxy tablets and commercial displays, Buzztime will demonstrate the power of these new possibilities in guest entertainment, including the ability to interact and compete with fellow guests through a leaderboard displayed on the wall.

Signagelive Digital Menu Boards

Signagelive will exhibit its HTML5-based software solution for digital menu boards. Leveraging the Samsung Smart Signage Platform, Signagelive’s streamlined digital menu board solution reduces the total cost of ownership for restaurants by eliminating the need for an external media player. With the ability to locally or remotely send content from a web server or tablet directly to the display, restaurant owners can quickly and seamlessly add or remove menu items, change pricing, update nutrition information and more, ensuring the menu content their guests see is current. This solution will be shown using the Samsung D Series commercial displays controlled remotely by a Samsung Galaxy tablet.

SpotOn Loyalty Kiosk

SpotOn is a universal loyalty and marketing system that captures customer data at the business site via its tablet-based app. Customers "check in" each time they make a purchase by scanning a QR code—located on their SpotOn smartphone app or loyalty card—on the counter-top kiosk. Businesses can also send new offers to customers via email, mobile push, and social media. At the NRA Show, SpotOn will be demonstrating its solution using Samsung Galaxy tablets.

I Love Velvet Mobile POS

An innovative mobile point of sale (POS) solution, I Love Velvet helps companies increase revenue per transaction while optimizing operations through fast, secure, wireless transactions. The solution incorporates 2D bar codes, RFID, debit, credit, and pin and chip into an easy to use and manage package. Demonstrated at the NRA Show with a Samsung Galaxy tablet, the solution can also integrate into restaurant’s back-end systems, including for inventory and CRM databases.

EZmobilePrint Solution

EZmobilePrint is a front of house printing solution that makes it possible for guests to quickly and easily print customized menus, activity pages for kids, coupons and other offers from the convenience of their mobile devices while waiting for a table. EZmobilePrint provides opportunities for entertaining and individualized customer relationship management. At the NRA Show, the solution will be shown using a Samsung color laser multifunction printer.

UHD Commercial Displays

Samsung will be previewing its upcoming 4K commercial display lineup with a stunning 85-inch UHD display. Ideal for restaurant lobbies or high-profile locations where making a strong visual impact is critical, the new 4K display line offers a slim, full-featured and dependable choice for customers looking to make the step up from HD to UHD.

Samsung Multifunction Printers and MobilePrint Application

Samsung offers a range of award-winning multifunction printers designed to provide the security, device management and document processing needs of small-to-medium sized business (SMB) customers who are looking for productivity and cost efficiency without an extensive IT investment. The Samsung MobilePrint app, which doesn’t require a new driver or network configurations, allows restaurant workers to print and scan documents, such as receipts, coupons and other special offers, directly from a mobile device.

Samsung’s full technology portfolio is available through Samsung distributors and resellers. For more information about Samsung’s solutions for retailers, please visit www.samsung.com/business.

About Samsung Electronics America Enterprise Business Division

As a global leader in Information Technology, Samsung’s Enterprise Business Division (EBD) is committed to introducing new business experiences across a diverse spectrum of industries from retail to healthcare, hospitality to sales. We believe technology brings business and customers together — to better share, collaborate and discover new opportunities. With a market-oriented approach to innovation, EBD is a division of Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SEA), a U.S. subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Company, Ltd. (SEC). For more information, please visit samsung.com/business, call 1-866-SAM-4BIZ or follow Samsung EBD via Twitter: @SamsungBizUSA.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are transforming the worlds of TVs, smartphones, tablets, PCs, cameras, home appliances, printers, LTE systems, medical devices, semiconductors and LED solutions. We employ 286,000 people across 80 countries with annual sales of US$216.7 billion. To discover more, please visit www.samsung.com.

DigiSky announced their Platinum partnership with Spinetix. DigiSky is now a premium dealer of SpinetiX products.

SpinetiX, was founded in 2006, based in Switzerland, and has won many awards in the Digital Signage field. Developer of unique reliability and simple to use media players, HMP and software Elementi.

In order to qualify as a Premium dealer with SpinetiX, you have to satisfy a number of requirements: a demo room, stock SpinetiX products, have certified specialists who are able to provide technical support and train clients. DigiSky satisfies all of these requirements.

Digisky, founded in 2004, provides end-to-end solutions in Digital out-of-home  industry, music and audio spots services, audio branding for different groups of clients for different vertical markets such as Retail business, Fitness Industry, Banking, Hospitality, QSR, HoReCa and etc. in Russia and in the CIS. The company has great experience in project installation and support in Russian and CIS territory.

 “We have many projects realized together with DigiSky. I’m very glad to new level of  our cooperation because I highly appreciate the professionalism of DigiSky team and their personal qualities”, - commented Nikita Sarbashev, Technical director SpinetiX.

“Each product of SpinetiX is unique and in demand on the market. It is easy to work with the products, well liked by the digital signage end-users, and the products are in demand by professionals in industry. We are glad to join the partner chain of SpinetiX and become its Premium dealer in Moscow”, - said Ekaterina Pechkurova, Executive Director DigiSky.

Intuitive, next-generation retail checkout solution reduces queue times, improving customer experience

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, announced today that Tesco is improving the customer checkout experience by piloting a new, high-speed retail checkout solution from NCR. Each unit allows three shoppers to pack and pay at the same time, using innovative imaging technology to automatically scan products placed on a conveyor belt. The four units at the new Tesco Extra 24-hour store in Lincoln, U.K. are the first public Tesco pilot of the solution.

This innovative checkout experience reduces queuing, allowing customers to get out of the store more quickly, by increasing the rate at which items are scanned, packed and paid. The flexibility of the NCR retail checkout solution also allows customers to decide how they wish to use it and proceed at their own pace without the pressure of another customer waiting to check out. Each unit is staffed by up to three Tesco employees.

NCR collaborated with Tesco to empower Tesco’s associates to spend more time engaging with shoppers and delivering great customer service at the checkout, driving up satisfaction and loyalty. Instead of having to scan each item, Tesco associates are freed up to help customers unload their trolley onto the conveyor that scans items automatically and then directs each basket to separate stations, allowing up to three customers to pack and pay for their shopping simultaneously. Customers can complete their shopping transaction using cash or payment cards, as well as scan their Tesco Clubcard or utilize coupons.

Nigel Fletcher, director, Tesco U.K. said, “We are always looking for innovative ways to support our colleagues to give great service and to improve the shopping experience for our customers. We’re looking forward to seeing what our customers in Lincoln think of the new checkouts over the coming weeks and months.”

A number of factors significantly increase the speed at which shoppers can check out. This includes the ability to process up to three customers in parallel using an innovative new rotating turntable and re-designed collection area for scanned items. The design allows the shopping to be distributed more evenly within the packing area, allowing for a greater number of items to be processed and collected for packing.

The new retail checkout solution uses innovative imaging technology from Datalogic that automatically finds the barcode on any side of the product without the need to orient the item on the conveyor belt. It is capable of scanning up to 60 items per minute, greatly speeding the transaction.

“Great customer service is one of the cornerstones of today’s highly competitive U.K. retail industry and supermarkets, such as Tesco, must differentiate themselves to attract and retain shoppers,” said Ronen Levkovich, EMEA vice president, NCR Retail. “As consumers increasingly expect a better experience, incorporating innovative software and hardware becomes increasingly important. The development of this exciting new technology alongside Tesco is a great example of how we are working with customers to help them differentiate the experience and make every day easier for shoppers.”

Today, NCR handles more than 125,000 consumer transactions around the world every minute.

About NCR Corporation

NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) is the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, turning everyday interactions with businesses into exceptional experiences. With its software, hardware, and portfolio of services, NCR enables more than 485 million transactions daily across retail, financial, travel, hospitality, telecom and technology, and small business. NCR solutions run the everyday transactions that make your life easier.

NCR is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia with approximately 29,000 employees and does business in 180 countries. NCR is a trademark of NCR Corporation in the United States and other countries.

Interactive Kiosk Previews Technology Applications to Be Seen at Toronto 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Games

WHITBY, ONTARIO (Marketwired via COMTEX) -- The Whitby Abilities Centre unveiled a new, interactive kiosk donated by Cisco at a special ribbon-cutting ceremony today. The kiosk grants visitors access to a range of technology solutions, including wayfinding and two-way video communication, to enrich their visit and add to the Centre's reputation as a state-of-the-art, fully accessible facility for people of all abilities within the community.

Using Cisco TelePresence(R) technology, the kiosk offers real-time collaboration, including high-definition two-way video and high-quality audio. In addition to wayfinding, users can also access the community portal, local GO transit schedules, tourism content, maps, and links to neighbouring regions. The kiosk features assistive technology, such as high contrast and font-size adjustment, for quick and easy navigation.

The kiosk also serves as a preview for some of the technology that will be used at the upcoming TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Games. Similar kiosks will be deployed throughout Toronto and at various competition venues, offering similar features as well as the ability to communicate with participating athletes and other venues, leading up to and during the Games. Cisco is a Premier Partner and the Official Information and Communications Technology provider of the Games. Abilities Centre will host judo and boccia competitions during the 2015 Parapan Am Games.

Supporting Quotes:

Leo Plue, executive director, Abilities Centre:
"The Abilities Centre is dedicated to enriching the quality of life for people of all ages and abilities through an inclusive, innovative environment. One of the ways to accomplish this goal is by joining with leading companies such as Cisco in order to harness the latest adaptive technologies and provide our community with access to the latest, unique applications. The new kiosk is a great example of our commitment to providing a dynamic, state-of-the-art facility, and is a most welcomed addition to the Centre."

Ron Dekker, vice president, corporate development, Cisco Canada:
"Cisco is proud to help the Abilities Centre further its vision of being a vibrant and innovative hub for all members of the community. It's a great way for people to witness firsthand how technology and connectivity continue to have a positive impact in everyday life. This kiosk technology is also a taste of the exciting things Cisco and its partners have planned for next year's Pan Am/Parapan AM Games, as well as an example of the technology legacy that will remain beyond the Games."

Saaed Rafi, CEO, TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games Organizing Committee (TO2015):
"It's fitting that Cisco, a Premier Partner of the TORONTO 2015 Games, is unveiling this accessible, interactive kiosk in one of the most accessible, state-of-the-art recreational community centres in Canada. During the Games, this technology will help us deliver an enhanced experience for athletes and spectators and will continue to serve the centre's visitors as a legacy of the Games for years to come."

About the Abilities Centre

Located in Whitby, Ontario, the Abilities Centre is a 125,000 square foot, state-of-the-art community facility that offers sports, fitness, arts and life skills programming, as well as research and education opportunities, for people of all ages and abilities. For more information, visit http://www.abilitiescentre.org/news .

About Cisco

Cisco is the worldwide leader in IT that helps companies seize the opportunities of tomorrow by proving that amazing things can happen when you connect the previously unconnected. Cisco products and services are supplied in Canada by Cisco Systems Canada Co., a wholly owned subsidiary of Cisco Systems, Inc.

Consumer transaction technologies leader to showcase software and technology solutions for restaurants of any size, concept or location

DULUTH, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE) -- NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, will demonstrate how the right technology “fit” can help any restaurant – be it a large chain or a small coffee shop - operate more efficiently, manage more profitably and drive consumer engagement at the National Restaurant Association (NRA) Show 2014. The restaurant industry’s largest show, NRA 2014 will be held in Chicago from May 17-20. NCR solutions will be on display at booth #6229.

From digital displays and mobile software to integrated point-of-sale (POS) systems and mobile payment capabilities, restaurants of all sizes are benefitting by adopting innovative technologies in their operations. NCR will demonstrate the new technologies that will allow restaurants to better connect with their customers.

“We invite attendees to see first-hand what technology can do for their restaurant – whether you are a local independent business owner or a franchise operator for multi-site operations, we’ve got a fit for you,” said Paul Langenbahn, president, NCR Hospitality. “At NRA, we’ll be exhibiting software and technology solutions that enable restaurants to operate with maximum efficiency, drive higher profits and provide exceptional dining experiences.”

To make it easier for attendees to find the restaurant technology solutions that address their needs, NCR’s booth is organized around five distinct areas: quick service & fast casual, table service, mobility, back-office and innovation. More than 25 solutions will be on display, encompassing software, hardware and services, including mobile and software-as-a-service (SaaS) and our industry-leading Aloha restaurant technology solutions.

Several new solutions and expanded functionality of existing offerings will be featured, including:

Solutions that help operate a business

With NCR's POS systems and operational solutions, ease-of-use is infused in every step of the transaction - from the guest reservation and table management and mobile ordering solutions - to accurate and timely order placement with the kitchen production system, all the way to tableside ordering and quick merchant processing.

Solutions that help manage a profitable business

Actionable and operational data is delivered to a mobile device, allowing restaurants to make important decisions on-the-go. When operators want a more detailed look, they can run reports for sales and labor data, helping to increase visibility into a business and reduce costs. Restaurant operators can track employee performance metrics and proactively identify loss with our employee theft deterrent tool as well as reduce security risks with a fully managed security solution.

Solutions that help engage with customers in real-time

Gift card and loyalty programs help operators stay connected to customers even after they leave the restaurant. NCR's consumer feedback tool allows guests the opportunity to provide meaningful feedback and provides insight into the profit impact of a guest. Digital signage can keep customers engaged from the moment they walk in. Operators can offer a new experience by giving customers control over their restaurant experience directly from their mobile device with mobile payments, and increase operators' footprint with online and mobile ordering.

"Our ‘find your fit’ theme reflects our commitment to being the best at bringing an integrated total solution to restaurants of any type or size, regardless of geographic location,” added Langenbahn. "At our core, we help restaurants control and contain their costs and increase their revenue.”

About NCR Corporation

NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) is the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, turning everyday interactions with businesses into exceptional experiences. With its software, hardware, and portfolio of services, NCR enables more than 485 million transactions daily across retail, financial, travel, hospitality, telecom and technology, and small business. NCR solutions run the everyday transactions that make your life easier.

NCR is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia with approximately 29,000 employees and does business in 180 countries. NCR is a trademark of NCR Corporation in the United States and other countries.

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Solutions to demonstrate how operators can improve customer experience, boost sales and employee productivity

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Panasonic System Communications Company of North America, an industry leader in food services technology, today announced it will showcase its latest integrated technology solutions for restaurants at the National Restaurant Association (NRA) Show in Chicago, IL (booth #2024). Panasonic’s easily scalable, end-to-end solutions were designed to enhance business efficiency and improve customer experiences, and incorporate a wide variety of Panasonic hardware including POS workstations, wireless drive-thru headsets, handheld tablets for line busting and mobile POS and digital signage.

“As technology convergence continues throughout the industry, 2014 will be the year that restaurant operators fully adopt technology solutions throughout their operations to connect data to customers, employees and managers not only to create a top-notch customer experience, but also to increase sales and boost employee productivity,” said Jeff Pinc, Director – Food Services, Panasonic System Communications Company of North America. “At Panasonic, we provide operators with a one-stop shop for complete, reliable food services technology solutions for their entire restaurants from the drive-thru all the way to the kitchen.”

Point-of-Sale Solutions

The company’s exhibit will showcase Panasonic POS units, including the Panasonic Stingray Envo POS Workstation and Lite-Ray POS Workstation, which offer QSRs stationary solutions that are reliable and cost-efficient with virtually unlimited mounting options. POS systems equipped with analytics software can scan data to track orders, make menu changes, monitor inventory, reorder supplies and flag purchases of interest.

Digital Signage Solutions

Additionally, Panasonic digital menu boards, easier and quicker to maintain than their static counterparts, bring a bright and durable solution that allow for real-time remote updating and add to a restaurant’s overall ambiance.

Drive-Thru Solutions

It’s common knowledge that drive-thrus make up a majority of sales for QSRs. For this reason, it’s crucial that drive-thrus are optimized to ensure efficiencies and a high level of customer service. Panasonic drive-thru solutions, including Panasonic Toughpad tablets for line busting, Attune II drive thru communication systems and outdoor digital menu boards such as the fully-rugged TH-LFX60U LCD display, will demonstrate how operators can effectively reduce order errors and improve the customer experience, thus encouraging repeat business and helping to maximize sales.

Security Solutions

Safety of employees and customers is a top priority for any restaurant. Panasonic will demonstrate how surveillance solutions can reduce accidents, prevent fraudulent lawsuits and also provide marketing analytics. At the show, Panasonic will demonstrate how QSRs can utilize i-PRO SmartHD™ security cameras with facial recognition and matching technologies to analyze visual information, such as relative age and gender, and throughput the data to strategically placed digital displays to target customers with customized messaging. Additionally, with these IP-based cameras, managers can monitor surveillance feeds from virtually anywhere with an internet connection via a Toughpad® tablet.

Kitchen Solutions

Panasonic will also showcase its industry-leading line of commercial appliances including a new commercial vacuum series, rice cookers, steamers and microwave ovens, all boasting an array of features that make food preparation fast, easy and efficient. Built with Inverter technology, these microwaves ensure food will be cooked evenly and quickly while maintaining nutrient content.

Attendees are encouraged to visit the Panasonic booth (#2024) to see live demos of front counter, drive-thru, line-busting and surveillance applications.

For more information on Panasonic Food Services Solutions go to: http://www.panasonic.com/foodservices.

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Panasonic Solutions for Business

Panasonic delivers game-changing technology solutions that deliver a customized experience to drive better outcomes—for our customers and our customers’ customers. Panasonic engineers reliable products and solutions that help to create, capture and deliver data of all types, where, when and how it is needed. The complete suite of Panasonic professional solutions for government and commercial enterprises of all sizes addresses unified business communications, mobile computing, security and surveillance, retail point-of-sale, office productivity, visual communications (projectors, displays, digital signage) and HD video production. Panasonic solutions for business are delivered by Panasonic System Communications Company of North America, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation.

All brand and company/product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies. All specifications are subject to change without notice. Information on Panasonic solutions for business can be obtained by calling 877-803-8492 or at us.panasonic.com/business-solutions/.

About Panasonic Corporation of North America

Panasonic Corporation of North America provides a broad line of digital and other electronics products and services for consumer, business and industrial use. The company is the principal North American subsidiary of Osaka, Japan-based Panasonic Corporation, and the hub of Panasonic’s U.S. branding, marketing, sales, service and R&D operations. In Interbrand’s 2013 Annual “Best Global Green Brands” report, the Panasonic brand ranked number four, the highest ranked electronics brand in the report (http://bit.ly/17ezCDI). As part of continuing sustainability efforts, Panasonic Corporation of North America relocated its headquarters to a new facility built to meet LEED certification standards, adjacent to Newark Penn Station in Newark, NJ. Learn more about Panasonic at www.panasonic.com.

Attendees will get insights from the c-suite as four top executives discuss the importance of the mobile channel for driving customer engagement and loyalty; Dinner party at Skydeck Chicago also announced.

Louisville, KY (PRWEB) - Networld Media Group has announced the slate of panelists for the “C-Level Roundtable” closing general session at the 2014 CONNECT Mobile Innovation Summit in Chicago on Aug. 20.

Panelists include:

•     Baron Concors, Chief Digital Officer, Pizza Hut
•     Don Fox, Chief Executive Officer, Firehouse Subs
•     Jared Miller, Chief Technology Officer, Atlanta Falcons
•     Frank Paci, President and CEO, McAlister’s Deli

During the session, these c-level executives will focus their conversation on where mobile fits on their priority list issues that concern them most and how mobile can become a part of the solution. Additional topics include data, privacy, social media and engagement.

"We're thrilled to have such a prestigious panel for the Summit," said David Drain, senior vice president of events for Networld Media Group. "It's important to hear from executives at the top to make sure the mobile strategies being implemented align with company objectives. Attendees will certainly benefit from their insight."

In addition to the c-level roundtable panelists, Networld Media Group also announced that the offsite dinner party on Tuesday, Aug. 19 will be held on the 99th floor of Willis Tower, the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. During the evening event, attendees will be given access to Skydeck on the 103rd floor, where “The Ledge” is located, suspending people 1,353 feet over the streets of Chicago.

Both seats and sponsorships for the Summit are limited, Drain says. Early bird registration is open through July 18.

About Networld Media Group

Founded in 2000, Networld Media Group is a leading business-to-business (B2B) media communications company specializing in digital media, associations and events in the mobile, self-service, digital signage, retail, food service and financial services industries. Online properties include ATMmarketplace.com, DigitalSignageToday.com, FastCasual.com, KioskMarketplace.com, MobilePaymentsToday.com, PizzaMarketplace.com, QSRweb.com, RetailCustomerExperience.com, SelfServiceWorld.com and ChurchCentral.com. The company produces executive summits in the fast casual, retail, ATM and mobile payments industries. Its custom media division develops premium content and marketing services for associations such as the ATM Industry Association.

Company also demonstrates web and iOS applications for menu board creation and content updates at the NRA Show 2014

Los Gatos, CA – BrightSign, LLC®, the market leader in digital signage media players, will showcase its recent advances in digital menu board content creation and updates at the NRA Show. In addition to delivering a complete menu board solution including hardware, software and networking, BrightSign offers simple methods, including an iOS App and Web UI, in which restaurant operators can create, update, and manage digital menu boards.

BrightSign will also announce plans for an aggressive push to promote key advances in restaurant-related digital signage. Headlining the company’s presence at NRA is BrightSign’s collaboration with Dinerware, one of the leading providers of point-of-sale (POS) solutions for the restaurant market. BrightSign will demonstrate a solution that finally integrates employee POS and customer-facing menu board content.

“For years restaurants have run POS and menu content in parallel, yet the technology hasn’t been readily available to integrate these two closely related functional elements,” said Jeff Hastings, BrightSign’s CEO. “BrightSign and Dinerware have a mutual interest in bridging this gap, and we worked tirelessly to create a solution that’s both affordable and easy to integrate within the restaurant’s existing infrastructure. We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished and we can’t wait to demonstrate our solution to potential customers at NRA.”

To-date, point-of-sale technology evolved on its own path as digital signage gained a solid foothold in bars, restaurants and other foodservice settings. While these two functions matured separately as established, robust solutions in their own right, cross-platform incompatibility made it impossible to bridge the two. This mutual challenge brought together Dinerware and BrightSign and ultimately led to the solution that will be demonstrated at NRA 2014.

"BrightSign's deep understanding of digital signage in the foodservice industry matched perfectly with our point-of-sale expertise," said Rob Freytag, Director of Sales at Dinerware. "We believe our solution will streamline technology infrastructure and profoundly impact efficiency within virtually any restaurant setting."

Rockbot, a social jukebox application powered by BrightSign and targeted to bars and nightclubs will also be demonstrated, as well as two stunning menu board video walls. To view these demonstrations at the NRA Show 2014, visit BrightSign in booth 6267. For more information about BrightSign’s complete portfolio of digital signage solutions for the restaurant industry, visit www.brightsign.biz.

About BrightSign

BrightSign, LLC is the market leader in digital signage players. Based in Los Gatos, California, the company develops products, software and networking solutions for digital signage. BrightSign solid-state digital sign controllers set new standards for both stand-alone and networked digital signage applications with their superior video quality, reliability, affordability, ease of use and interactivity. Online information about BrightSign units is available at www.brightsign.biz. For US sales inquiries, please contact or call +1-408- 852-9263. For European sales inquiries, please email Pierre Gillet: or call +44-1223-911842. Follow BrightSign at http://twitter.com/brightsign and http://www.facebook.com/BrightSignLLC.

BrightSign and the BrightSign logo are registered trademarks of BrightSign, LLC in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Specifications subject to change without notice.

Because big and slow do not go together in convenience retailing, Buc-ee’s turned to NCR for increasing customer service levels across their operations

DULUTH, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NCR Corporation, the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, announced today that Texas-based Buc-ee’s, operator of some of the largest convenience stores in the world, is using a complete software, hardware and services solution from NCR. The NCR solution is helping to streamline operations as well as increase speed and reliability at the point of sale.

Buc-ee’s operates 29 convenience centers throughout Texas. The largest, located in New Braunfels, Texas, has up to 60,000 square feet of retail space that includes 120 fueling positions, 30 point-of-sale (POS) locations and 13 food ordering kiosks where customers can shop for made-to-order food themselves.

“Our goal is to not make the customer wait on us,” said Don Wasek, co-owner at Buc-ee’s. “What we have seen here by installing the NCR software solution is a dramatic improvement both inside, at the POS systems and outside at the island card readers. It’s a marked improvement over other transaction systems I’ve seen – especially with credit card processing, it’s blisteringly fast.”

Prior to working with NCR, Buc-ee’s was experiencing system issues impacting their customer’s experience including uptime problems. The retailer’s legacy technology was unable to keep up with the volume causing operational challenges and unexpected financial expenses.

Buc-ee’s initially challenged NCR to pilot its NCR Radiant Point-of-Sale (NCR RPOS) technology, fuel controller, and services capabilities in one of Buc-ee’s smaller footprint locations to prove their effectiveness within the retailer’s business model. Buc-ee’s quickly learned NCR’s RPOS solution could easily handle the volume at its stores at all times. Given the success with 64 fueling positions, Buc-ee’s has recently added a second fuel island doubling the site’s capacity.

“Buc-ee’s has such a great reputation for offering the cleanest facilities, a tremendous shopping selection of both food and merchandise, and now the ability to serve their customers better than ever,” said Eric Stecker, vice president and general manager of Petroleum and Convenience Segment (PCR), NCR Retail. “By having retail, made-to-order food and a tremendous fuel business in one site, it does create some unique challenges. But that complex environment is perfect for showing the full value of our complete software, hardware and services offering.”

In addition to providing hardware support services, NCR will also remotely monitor and troubleshoot locations, including remotely upgrading software when needed. This will further reduce Buc-cee’s total cost of ownership and increase availability.

About NCR Corporation

NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) is the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, turning everyday interactions with businesses into exceptional experiences. With its software, hardware, and portfolio of services, NCR enables more than 485 million transactions daily across retail, financial, travel, hospitality, telecom and technology, and small business. NCR solutions run the everyday transactions that make your life easier.

NCR is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia with approximately 29,000 employees and does business in 180 countries. NCR is a trademark of NCR Corporation in the United States and other countries. The company encourages investors to visit its web site which is updated regularly with financial and other important information about NCR.

Web site: www.ncr.com, www.ncrsilver.com

Twitter: @NCRCorporation, @NCRRetail

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LinkedIn: NCR Corporation, NCR Retail

YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/ncrcorporation

Signage helps restaurants visually promote its mouth-watering entrees and desserts

LOS GATOS, CA – BrightSign, LLC®, the market leader in digital signage media players today announced that its players are being used at The Cheesecake Factory. The restaurant chain recently decided to integrate digital signage in its 175 locations in the United States, as well as select international locations. The screens serve as a supplement to the restaurants’ menus, offering guests a visually enticing look at daily menu items.

“The restaurant industry is one of the fastest-growing market segments for digital signage, and our work with The Cheesecake Factory demonstrates the value of pairing menu content with stunning visuals,” said Jeff Hastings, BrightSign’s CEO. “Great imagery inside the restaurant helps patrons explore the restaurant’s offerings and whets their appetites for a satisfying dining experience.”

The Cheesecake Factory has a reputation of delivering a top-notch customer experience, from the restaurants’ welcoming ambiance to the eclectic menu of delicious entrees. Using digital signage as a visually impactful marketing vehicle has proven to be an effective way to entice customers with the restaurants’ many delicacies.

NRA Show 2014 attendees are invited to visit BrightSign in booth #6267. For more information about BrightSign’s complete portfolio of digital menu boards and other digital signage products, visit www.brightsign.biz.

About BrightSign

BrightSign, LLC is the market leader in digital signage players. Based in Los Gatos, California, the company develops products, software and networking solutions for digital signage.

BrightSign solid-state digital sign controllers set new standards for both stand-alone and networked digital signage applications with their superior video quality, reliability, affordability, ease of use and interactivity. Online information about BrightSign units is available at www.brightsign.biz. For US sales inquiries, please contact or call +1-408- 852-9263. For European sales inquiries, please email Pierre Gillet: or call +44-1223-911842. Follow BrightSign at http://twitter.com/brightsign and http://www.facebook.com/BrightSignLLC.

BrightSign and the BrightSign logo are registered trademarks of BrightSign, LLC in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Specifications subject to change without notice.

The extreme small form factor PICO121 is designed to meet space-limited application as well as graphic intensive application with multiple I/O expansions

Taipei, Taiwan - Axiomtek, one of the world's leading designers and manufacturers of innovative, high performance and reliable PC-based industrial computer products, announces the new arrival of the PICO121, its extremely compact fanless Pico-ITX SBC with ultra-low power AMD G-Series Embedded SoC GX-210JA dual core 1.0GHz onboard.  The PICO121 is built to withstand wide temperature conditions, ranging from -20°C to +70°C (-4°F to +158°F).  This embedded board supports DirectX 11, Open GL4.2, and Open CL1.2 to provide great graphics performance and features dual-view compatibility through VGA and LVDS with AMD RadeonTM HD8180 graphics controller.  In addition to graphics rich, the PICO121 supports DASH (desktop and mobile architecture for system hardware), for convenient remote management, which means this board can be used as a client device, controlled and managed by a console remotely via a Gigabit LAN port on the rear I/O.  Moreover, the single board computer is equipped with one high-speed board-to-board connector that integrates PCIe x1, USB 3.0 and DisplayPort to fulfill various application needs.

Axiomtek’s PICO121 provides rich I/O features including four high-speed USB 2.0 ports, two COM ports (one selectable as RS-232/422/485 via a BIOS setting), one SATA port up to 6GB/s, one gigabit Ethernet, and HD audio.  This small form factor SBC supports both half-size and full-size PCI Express Mini Card slots which expand system connector ability.  The full-size PCI Express Mini card also supports mSATA to provide one more choice of storage.  The embedded mainboard supports watchdog timer and hardware monitoring to keep system running smoothly.  Additionally, it requests only +12V DC power supply input into work.

“Answering to low power consumption yet better graphic performance demand, the PICO121 supports the newest ultra-low power AMD G-Series Embedded SoC processor GX-210JA at 1.0GHz with fanless design.  The integrated RadeonTM HD8180 enhances graphic visual performance.  The DASH support provides a solution of remote control.  The pico-ITX SBC offers an optional expansion board, the AX93278 for additional RS-232/422/485, USB 3.0, HDMI, VGA and Gigabit LAN ports.  This ideal small form factor embedded platform can meet customers’ needs of flexibility and versatile I/O.  Its applications include in-vehicle PCs, in-flight entertainment systems, industrial automation systems, and even ultra-portable devices,” said Michelle Mi, product manager of Product Marketing Division at Axiomtek.

The PICO121 will be available in June of 2014. For more product information, please visit Aixomtek global website www.axiomtek.com or contact our sales representative at info@axiomtek.com.tw.

Main Features:

•     AMD G-Series Embedded SoC GX-210JA 1.0 GHz dual core onboard with RadeonTM HD8180
•     One DDR3/L 1066/1333 SO-DIMM slot max. up to 8 GB
•     One half-size PCI Express Mini Card and one full-size PCI Express Mini Card with mSATA support
•     Supports VGA and 18/24 dual channel LVDS
•     Supports four USB 2.0 ports and two serial ports
•     One SATA3 interface and one Gigabit Ethernet port
•     Wide operating temperature range: -20°C ~ +70°C

The 4th international conference "Digital Signage - no alternative" will be held on 30th of May 2014 in Radisson Slavyanskaya hotel, Moscow. The conference is supported by leading European association OVAB (Out-of-home video advertising bureau).

The conference is dedicated to Digital Signage technologies, which become more and more demanded in Russia. More and more digital media are appeared in shopping centers, retail, banks, fitness clubs, QSR and other public places. Screens, video walls, navigation kiosks, media facades, projection solutions and other digital signage systems are found more often. How to choose the equipment, how to control the network of screens, what to show on them – the answers on these and any other questions can be found on the conference "Digital Signage - no alternative". The conference is an independent ground for communication professionals DOOH industry and users of Digital Signage systems. It is trends and tendencies, real projects, solutions and installations, new professional equipment and much, much more.

On the IVth international conference «Digital Signage – no alternative!» will be:

•    Coca-cola Hellenic with case about using the corporate TV
•    AND Group (ТЦ «Калейдоскоп») and the chain of jewelry stores Adamas will share their experience in the use of Digital Signage
•    Innovations in the field of professional equipment will be presented by the companies-producers: LG, Scala and Intel
•    Florian Rotberg, OVAB, will present the overview of the main and the brightest installations Digital Signage all over the world
•    The representative of DigiSky company will report how Digital Signage industry in Russia was changed in last years

In the conference’s demo zone will be presented the examples of Digital Signage systems. Visitors can compare the possibilities of professional equipment and find the individual solutions for yourself.

The conference "Digital Signage - no alternative" is an annual prospect event of Digital out-of-home industry in Russia. The uniqueness of this event is that it focuses on the end users of Digital Signage (retail, shopping centers, banks, QSR, airports, cinemas, fitness clubs, etc.). The purpose of the conference is training. The task of the conference is to tell what Digital Signage systems are, what is the advantage of their using, and why Digital Signage systems become more and more well-known. The sponsors of the conference are LG (Platinum sponsor), Scala/Intel (Gold sponsor), QNAP (Silver sponsor).

TAIPEI, TAIWAN – CAYIN will take part in the COMPUTEX TAIPEI 2014 in Taipei, Taiwan, on June 3-7, 2014. CAYIN will take this opportunity to demonstrate flexible multi-screen solutions, the benefits of digital signage advertising, interactive digital signage solutions, and easy-to-use digital content creation. CAYIN is excited to meet you at the TWTC Nangang Exhibition Hall J-1233.

In order to meet the ever-changing digital signage market, CAYIN’s professional team continues to develop up-to-date solutions for its clients. In the COMPUTEX, CAYIN will present a new generation of digital signage players and servers expected to meet the diverse needs of various industries.  

The Ultimate Visual Experience with Multiple Screens

A good content can both successfully captivate the target audience and enhance the value of digital signage. CAYIN will showcase how to use multi-screen digital signage to not only present vivid multimedia content, but also create an eye-catching experience.

The True Value of Digital Out-of-Home Advertising

How do marketers express unlimited creativity in a limited ad space? Digital signage allows marketers to take advantage of the multimedia content to make digital campaigns stand out. With the collection of data associated with digital campaigns, marketers can also have a better chance of putting the right message at the right time at the right location. These sufficient measures can further help marketers manage their budget and evaluate the ROI (return on investment) for a wide range of markets.
    
Simple Self-Designed Digital Content Creation

CAYIN’s high-quality multimedia playback can support 1080p Full HD video, Flash, HTML5, and various types of digital content. Moreover, the rich template resources are also ready to provide users with a wide range of materials for free.
At the show, visitors will be able to experience CAYIN’s intuitive user interface and content editing tool (Skin Editor) and further design a customized digital template in just a few minutes.

CAYIN sincerely welcomes you to visit COMPUTEX 2014, the largest ICT trade show in Asia and the second largest in the world, on June 3-7, 2014. You are more than welcome to visit CAYIN and share its successful experience in the digital signage world. Booth No. TWTC Nangang Exhibition Hall J-1233

About CAYIN Technology

CAYIN Technology offers a complete portfolio of appliance-based digital signage solutions, including media players, servers, and software, for various commercial applications, such as education, transportation, retail, hospitality, corporate use, and financial and public institutions. CAYIN is dedicated to being a reliable partner to its clients worldwide and has successfully set up various application references globally. In order to best facilitate the deployment of CAYIN products, the company also provides tailored services to satisfy the ever-growing market demand for almost limitless applications.

Analytical Design Solutions Inc. (ADSI) has released Version 7.2.0 of KioWare Lite, KioWare Kiosk Basic, and KioWare Full with Server.  These products act as a kiosk mode, locking down the Operating System and Desktop of your Windows Devices.

The latest release of KioWare Kiosk Basic and KioWare Full with Server adds TV Tuner integration for digital signage and kiosk applications.  With TV Tuner support, you can bring easily-configured entertainment and engagement to your kiosk display.  When configuring KioWare for use with security devices such as kiosk mats and motion sensors, Version 7.2.0 adds the option to set up a warning dialog prior to ending a user session.

New Release KioWare 7.2.0

Development of Version 7.2.0 of KioWare Lite, KioWare Kiosk Basic and KioWare Full with Server has focused intently on creating a seamless user experience.  “We have listened to users and dedicated many of the new features to improving end user experience.  With a new docked virtual keyboard, input type improvements, and increased speed for graphic displays; great KioWare features have been given a strong UX upgrade,” said Bryan Bosley, Director of Technology for KioWare.  With this strong focus on the user interface, KioWare has redesigned the virtual keyboard which now docks below your text for easy data entry.  The new version has also increased the speed of graphic intensive displays via use of the device’s video card.  In an effort to use the best browser experience for each particular website, KioWare now uses Microsoft’s compatibility list to determine the optimal version of IE for display purposes.  Other user-focused improvements include dynamic browser resizing and virtual keyboard support for HTML5 input types.

KioWare Lite (for Windows) new features include:

•     Addition of Virtual Keyboard Support for HTML5 input types which includes the ability to input "search" and any other valid input types (date, symbols, etc.) into browser forms
•     Resizing of dynamic display when screen resolution changes
•     Redesigned virtual keyboard that docks rather than obfuscates the entry form/screen
•     Disable “Edge Gestures” on Windows 8
•     Option for Custom Keyboard Key Blocking
•     Enable Hardware Graphics Acceleration in the browser (increases speed of graphic intensive displays via use of the video card)
•     Reference Microsoft compatibility list to determine optimal version of IE for website display
•     Fix Blocking CD-ROM in Windows 8/8.1

KioWare Kiosk Basic & Full with Server (for Windows) new features include all of the aforementioned KioWare Lite features, as well as:

•     Support for TV Tuner, which gives the ability to utilize TV Tuner as a component of a kiosk display
•     Option to set up a warning dialog for use with security devices such as kiosk mats and motion sensors

KioWare for Windows Version 7.2.0 provides existing customers a compelling reason to upgrade.  Those looking into kiosk software for the first time can view our always expanding list of features.  Compatible with Windows tablets and desktops, KioWare is also available for Android devices.

All of these products are available as a free 500-hour demo.  

KioWare has been providing OS, desktop, and browser lockdown security for the kiosk and self-service industry since 2001.

NCR APTRA(TM) software and NCR SelfServ(TM) ATMs support Swedbank's multi-channel banking strategy in the Baltic and provides improved customer service

TALLIN, Estonia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NCR helps bank to implement its multi-channel banking strategy across Baltics

NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, announced today that it is extending its 20-year relationship with Swedbank as it continues to help the leading Baltic bank to implement its multi-channel banking strategy across Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. The strategy addresses demand from consumers who wish to use technology and online tools when they bank, as well as educating and encouraging other consumers who are not presently using technology-based banking services.

To help achieve this NCR will provide APTRA Edge software to help roll out ATM applications across Swedbank's NCR ATM network in 206 branches across the region. NCR also will work with partner Hansab to upgrade more than 150 of Swedbank's older NCR ATMs with the latest NCR SelfServ 22, 25 and 31 units. This includes cash re-cycling capabilities that will help Swedbank reduce costs by decreasing the number of cash deliveries required at branches and the time spent on cash management by branch staff. Hansab will continue to maintain NCR ATMs for Swedbank in all three countries.

"Responding to customer demand for an increasingly technology-based service, as well as educating them on the benefits of modern banking channels, is fundamental to our business," said Mr. Mihkel Roosme, Head of Multichannel Management Division at Swedbank. "To ensure that our multi-channel banking strategy delivers on this, we needed a highly integrated software and hardware solution. We have partnered with NCR for more than 20 years, so they are tuned in to our business and provide the high value solutions that turn our strategy into a reality."

NCR APTRA Edge is part of the APTRA suite of software that performs a variety of functions, including delivering secure transactions, managing the ATM network and building customer relationships. NCR APTRA Edge uses a Windows(R)-based XFS interface, facilitating an open software environment and making it vendor independent. APTRA is the world's most deployed* multi-vendor software family. The flexible software family is particularly relevant as financial institutions deploy more sophisticated functions at the ATM, such as voice control, cashless payments, advanced deposit, personalization, targeted marketing and integration with other channels.

"As consumers become increasingly aware of convenient technology-based banking channels, financial institutions, such as Swedbank, have responded to deliver on that multi-channel banking experience," said Joe Gallagher, vice president and general manager of Self-Service and Converged Channel Software, NCR Financial Services. "To achieve this, a fine balance of software and hardware must be carefully implemented to provide the desired customer experience. We are proud to have worked with Swedbank over so many years as it has evolved into the region's leading bank, and we will continue to help them make everyday transactions easier for their customers."

*According to data from RBR

About NCR Corporation

NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) is the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, turning everyday interactions with businesses into exceptional experiences. With its software, hardware, and portfolio of services, NCR enables more than 485 million transactions daily across retail, financial, travel, hospitality, telecom and technology, and small business. NCR solutions run the everyday transactions that make your life easier.

NCR is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia with approximately 29,000 employees and does business in 180 countries. NCR is a trademark of NCR Corporation in the United States and other countries. The company encourages investors to visit its web site which is updated regularly with financial and other important information about NCR.

Web sites: www.ncr.com, www.ncrsilver.com

Twitter: @NCRCorporation

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ncrcorp

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ncr-corporation

YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/ncrcorporation

Mvix, a market leader in affordable digital signage technology, will introduce a revolutionary digital menu board system at the upcoming Restaurant show in Chicago (May 17th-20th, 2014).

Sterling, VA (PRWEB) - Mvix, a market leader in affordable digital signage technology, will introduce a revolutionary digital menu board system at the upcoming Restaurant show in Chicago (May 17th-20th, 2014). The new menu board player, is priced at $99 and is accompanied by hundreds of professionally-designed, web-based templates. Integrated with a web-based template management and scheduling software, the new solution is is targeted toward small to medium size fast food, quick service, fast casual, and modern cafe concepts. The company will unveil the new product and provide live demonstrations at its booth (no. 6470) at the show.

Aptly coined as Mvix Andros, this new digital menu board player is built on the Android operating system utilizing a quad-core ARM processor. With its ability to output 1080p display content over HDMI, the player is well suited for a large variety of digital signage and menu board applications. Ensuring flexibility in network connectivity, the player is equipped with both LAN and dual-channel wireless-N connectivity options. The player is designed using commercial grade aluminum to give the device a sleek modern profile, as well as to allow for usage in adverse environments.

“Andros is a game changer in the digital signage industry,” stated A. Jay, director of business relations at Mvix. “The low price pushes digital menu boards to become a mass market product. Our goal is to make the digital menu board systems more affordable and easy-to-use than the traditional backlit and printed menu boards. By combining our visual web-based template editor, professionally designed templates, and the new Mvix Andros, we have achieved the perfect trifecta for users looking for a simple, intuitive, and cost-effective digital signage solution.”

Pre-orders for Andros are expected to start immediately, with an anticipated ship date on or before June 1st, 2014. Integrated with the widely used, SignageCreator template editor platform, Andros users will have access to hundreds of professionally-designed templates. These templates can be edited and fully customized from a standard web browser via an intuitive, user-friendly interface. Users can change and publish new menu item names, prices, product images, advertising banners, and logos with a few simple clicks. The robust template editor allows innovative text transformations, color effects, font-styles, image animations, and much more. This cloud-based, template-editor-publisher application also allows for day-parting and advanced scheduling options.

Speaking on the occasion, A. Jay explained, “The Digital Signage market has matured significantly with healthy competition and we are proud to be a part of it. Mvix Andros is testament to this rapid acceptance of digital signage solutions across all major industry verticals. We are excited to be the lowest cost, yet radically innovative providers in this market. Making digital signage affordable, easy to use, and comprehensive has been our guiding mantra.”

Mvix digital signage solutions are well known all over the world for their reliability and feature comprehensiveness. Founded in 2005, Mvix has developed a leading expertise in digital playback and network-based remote management technology for a variety of digital signage applications. With over 28,000 installations in over 29 countries, Mvix has established itself as a dominant player in the web-based digital signage and menu board market.

To learn more about Mvix Digital Signage systems, visit: http://www.mvixdigitalsignage.com.

Super-Bright Christie Solaria series projectors to help Digital Media Systems win the day on May 10
 
CYPRESS, Calif. – Christie® has been selected by preferred partner Digital Media Systems (DMS) to provide the 3D digital cinema projection technology for the world premiere of 20th Century Fox’s film X-Men: Days of Future Past on Saturday, May 10. DMS will transform the River Pavilion at the Jacob Javits Convention Center into a state-of-the-art, fully equipped theater to screen the highly anticipated X-Men sequel, with two Christie Solaria® Series digital cinema projectors lighting up a 26-foot by 62-foot screen with bright, vivid images and 4K resolution.
 
Directed by Bryan Singer, X-Men: Days of Future Past is the seventh motion picture in the X-Men series and boasts an impressive cast, including Hugh Jackman, Jennifer Lawrence, Halle Berry, and Matthew Vaughn.  The world premiere will be a star-studded extravaganza with the red carpet and audience featuring some of the film’s stars, other A-list celebrities, and nearly 1,500 additional viewers.  
 
20th Century Fox chose Digital Media Systems, its primary East Coast projection and sound team, to provide the technical support, integration, and installation for the film’s debut. A preferred Christie partner, Digital Media System’s long-standing relationship with Christie gave it complete confidence in installing Christie Solaria Series projectors to bring X-Men to life on the big screen with stunning 3D visuals.
 
“The River Pavilion presents a challenging layout for the event, as all of the equipment, including seats, projection, drapes, and sound systems, needed to be brought in to create as close to a theater auditorium experience as possible. In selecting the projection system, we knew we could count on Christie’s powerful technology to come through for us,” said Gregg Paliotta, president and owner of Digital Media Systems. “With the projection booth over 140 feet away from the screen, Christie Solaria projectors will light up the screen flawlessly with sharp, vivid 3D images to capture every action-packed minute.”
 
“We are pleased that Digital Media Systems trusted Christie to fully immerse the audience in the 3D world of the X-men,” said Kathryn Cress, vice president, global & corporate marketing, Christie. “Movie premieres are a great opportunity for Christie to showcase its superior digital cinema technology, and we are confident that our projectors will provide the reliability and flawless visual quality that is needed at such a high profile event.”
 
In order to provide the high brightness, high resolution, and rich saturated colors needed for the premiere, Digital Media Systems will converge the light from two 4K Christie Solaria Series CP4230 projectors to produce seamless 3D images on the giant screen. This superior 4K projection solution features the Christie 4K+4 advantage, which includes maximum performance for 3D and Christie Pixel Track™ technology for optimum image quality.  
 
About Digital Media Systems

Digital Media Systems, Inc. represents the motion picture post production, distribution and exhibition communities for complete projection and sound services. It specializes in equipment and engineering support for world premieres and event screenings. It also provides multiplex and screening room installation service and maintenance. For more information, visit www.dmediainc.com.
 
About Christie®

Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. is a global visual technologies company and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ushio Inc., Japan (JP:6925). Consistently setting the standards by being the first to market some of the world’s most advanced projectors, complete system displays, and cinema audio solutions, Christie is recognized as one of the most innovative visual technology companies in the world. From retail displays to Hollywood, mission critical command centers to classrooms and training simulators, Christie display solutions and projectors capture the attention of audiences around the world with dynamic and stunning images, accompanied by awe-inspiring sound. Visit www.christiedigital.com.
 

The DICK'S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, hosted their sixth annual event this past weekend. More than 30,000 people participated in city-wide event and at the GNC Live Well Pittsburgh Health and Fitness Expo. Teaming up with DICK’S Sporting Goods allowed Industry Weapon to showcase how digital signage engages participants with up-to-date information and interactive experiences.

An event this large typically poses communication challenges but DICK’S Sporting Goods found a simple solution through Industry Weapon’s digital signage. At the event were three interactive kiosks and a 2x2 video wall at the Convention Center.  Attendees used social feeds like Twitter, Instagram and Flickr by hashtagging the promoted #RunFor on their social content. The interactive kiosks were touch screens fitted with a custom “endless aisle” shopping experience, allowing shoppers to browse and buy the latest gear.

 “Both forms of digital signage significantly increase audience dwell time, drive revenue and enhance the experience for viewers,” said Christian Armstrong, Director of Client Services at Industry Weapon.

Social Video walls were the perfect way to engage with large audiences, they spark interest and create stronger brand awareness.  People today expect instant access to information-- especially social information which already provides constant connection.  Integrating with social media creates a personalized interaction and provides timely, focused content that constantly updates. Social media integrations are the simplest way to get relevant messaging on the screens with minimal effort and build a stronger relationship with viewers. Social posts also stay on-brand because displayed messaging is supervised through Industry Weapon’s approval system.

Interactivity continues to impress consumers and provide rich metrics to companies deploying touch screens.  Viewers react positively when given control of how they view content. Creating their own path to access messaging leads to a more rewarding and entertaining experience. Consumers want to interact with a product before making a purchase decision; they want visual details instead of an associate’s sales pitch.

During the marathon, each kiosk allowed a visitor to browse a curated selection of running shoes and apparel. The customer then the ability to drag items to a custom locker or shopping cart. Upon viewing their locker, they are presented with a QR code or short link to load their items to a mobile device and finalize their purchase.  Retailers then can suggest similar items or add-ons and collect data while bridging the gap between media channels such as digital signage and their website. The DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon was a perfect opportunity to showcase the benefits digital signage can bring to
events outside of a traditional retail space.

About Industry Weapon Inc

Industry Weapon (www.industryweapon.com), a digital media company, specializes in simplifying and advancing the applications of digital signage. The SaaS solution enable subscribers to design, schedule and publish multimedia content and integrated data sources to screens, kiosks, tablets and mobile devices. Industry Weapon’s solution is suited for all industries and includes 24/7 free training and support along with design and creative services.
Contact:
Ashley Ropar, Marketing Manager
877-344-8450 x129

Alliance designed to bring cutting-edge mobile solutions to self-service, unattended retail markets

SEATTLE & MALVERN, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BYNDL Inc., an innovator of hardware and VMS-agnostic mobile marketing, payment and support services, has signed a strategic alliance with USA Technologies, (NASDAQ:USAT), a leader of wireless, cashless payment, telemetry and consumer engagement services for self-serve retail industries, that provides for the two companies to work together to incorporate BYNDL mobile marketing and payment services to USAT’s 6,000 plus customer base.

USA Technologies’ ePort Connect® is the company's flagship service platform. ePort Connect is a PCI-compliant, end-to-end suite of cashless payment and telemetry services specially tailored to fit the needs of small ticket, self-service retailing industries. USA Technologies has over 240,000 connections to its ePort Connect service.

“USA Technologies has been a leader in enabling mobile technology for unattended retail. We are delighted to work with USAT to provide a combined set of capabilities that we believe will drive innovative new services in unattended retail, creating value for our operators and their consumers,” said Lori Salow Marshall, founder and CEO of BYNDL.

BYNDL expands the opportunities for consumer engagement with vending machines using mobile devices. In addition to accepting cashless payments, the BYNDL system targets demand creation through loyalty programs, coupons and gamification. It also provides new benefits for operators such as collected consumer preference and purchase data, and a system to provide customer support at the machine utilizing mobile.

Under the terms of the strategic alliance, the two companies will work together to offer USA Technologies’ ePort Connect customers additional BYNDL mobile solutions. Examples of additional services proposed include:

•     Family Accounts – allowing family members to fund and manage several accounts from the same set of profile data and funding sources.
•     Hyper-Local Offers – coupons and offers delivered to consumers who opt-in based on the location of their regular vending activity.
•     Gamification – demand generation through location-based offers delivered via relevant games and mobile apps.

All of these proposed solutions would leverage mobile payment capabilities such as QR codes, NFC, text messaging transactions services, as well as USAT’s eBeacon™ BLE technology.

“The self-service retail industry understands that consumers will increasingly demand a mobile solution that goes beyond payments,” said Stephen P. Herbert, chairman and CEO of USA Technologies. “Partnering with BYNDL provides USA Technologies with another innovative resource as part of our overall mobile payment initiatives that include bringing cutting-edge, consumer engagement services to the self-serve retail market.”

Brands, operators and digital marketing firms interested in working with BYNDL and USA Technologies can learn more by registering at http://www.byndl.com/about-byndl/usat-list/.

About USA Technologies

USA Technologies is a leader of wireless, cashless payment and M2M telemetry solutions for small-ticket, self-serve retailing industries. ePort Connect® is the company's flagship service platform, a PCI-compliant, end-to-end suite of cashless payment and telemetry services specially tailored to fit the needs of small ticket, self-service retailing industries. USA Technologies also provides a broad line of cashless acceptance technologies including its NFC-ready ePort® G-series, ePort Mobile™ for customers on the go, and QuickConnect, an API Web service for developers. USA Technologies has been granted 87 patents and has agreements with Verizon, Visa, Elavon and customers such as Compass, Crane, AMI Entertainment and others. Visit the website at www.usatech.com.

About BYNDL

BYNDL Inc. is a Seattle-based innovator of hardware-and VMS-agnostic mobile marketing, payment and support services for unattended retail. The BYNDL smartphone app, and apps that are powered by BYNDL, provide operators with new revenue streams and new ways to engage consumers at the machine. The BYNDL service also enables operators and location managers to provide real-time consumer support via the BYNDL mobile app. BYNDL is working with multiple hardware partners, including Sprout Retail’s MDBlu device (http://www.mdblu.com) and USAT’s ePort technologies, enabling operators to have a single mobile app to support all of their vending technology and payment partners. Visit the website at www.byndl.com.

Forward-looking Statements:

"Safe Harbor" Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: All statements other than statements of historical fact included in this release, including without limitation, the business strategy and the plans and objectives of USAT's management for future operations, are forward-looking statements. When used in this release, words such as "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "expect", "intend", and similar expressions, as they relate to USAT or its management, identify forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are based on the beliefs of USAT's management, as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to USAT's management. Actual results could differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors, including but not limited to, business, financial market and economic conditions; USAT's ability to accurately predict future market conditions, consumer behavior and levels of usage of mobile solutions; the ability of the BYNDL system to create additional demand for USAT’s products and services; whether the alliance with BYNDL Inc. will result in new mobile services; and whether, and extent to which, any new mobile services provided as a result of USAT’s alliance with BYNDL Inc. will be commercially successful. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statement made by us in this release speaks only as of the date of this release. Unless required by law, USAT does not undertake to release publicly any revisions to these forward-looking statements to reflect future events or circumstances or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

CARROLLTON, Texas /PRNewswire/ -- FASTSIGNS®, the leading visual communications provider with over 550 locations worldwide, has launched an expanded digital signage section on the company's website at www.fastsigns.com/digital-signs. The new section offers extensive information about all aspects of digital signage, including information on:

•     Various uses and benefits
•     Creating and managing digital signage content
•     Product information on displays and media players
•     Logistics considerations including connectivity, installation and more.

"The goal of the expanded content on digital signs is to provide information to small and medium-sized businesses who are considering digital signage, but may not know how to get started," said Nick Jerome, Marketing Products Manager at FASTSIGNS International, Inc. "With case studies, customer testimonial videos, photo galleries and vertical industry-specific content, web visitors are able to see firsthand how digital signs can become a part of their visual communications strategy and help them get their message out to achieve their business objectives."

FASTSIGNS offers digital signage solutions that include everything from initial consultation and message strategy planning to content creation and management, hardware selection and installation, and on-going support.

FASTSIGNS collaborated with digital signage expert Lyle Bunn, who is named an Industry Innovator and Influencer by Sign and Digital Graphics magazine and one of the 11 Most Influential People in digital signage by DigitalSignageToday.com, to create the expanded website content. The website also offers visitors the option to request more information from a FASTSIGNS visual communications expert.

About FASTSIGNS®

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. is the worldwide franchisor for the more than 550 FASTSIGNS® centers located in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., Brazil, Mexico, the Caribbean, Saudi Arabia and Australia (where centers operate as SIGNWAVE®).

FASTSIGNS is a sign, graphics and visual communications company that provides comprehensive visual marketing solutions to customers of all sizes—across all industries—to help them meet their business objectives and increase their visibility. To learn more, visit www.fastsigns.com or call 800-FASTSIGNS for a location near you.

Integrated Design Solutions and BlueWater Technologies Provide the Answer to Highlighting Michigan State’s Basketball Legacy
 
CYPRESS, Calif. – The Michigan State University Spartans are using Christie® MicroTiles® and a Christie Spyder X20 to promote its powerful men’s basketball program to potential recruits as well as current players and fans. Integrated Design Solutions (IDS) and BlueWater Technologies created the magnificent 30-foot wide by 5-foot tall Christie MicroTiles visual display wall in a corridor of the Berkowitz Athletic Complex, home of Spartans basketball.

With athletic recruiting a highly competitive endeavor, the Spartans wanted something extra to bring the best prospects to their program. The plan was to install a video wall – but not just any video wall – into the long, narrow corridor 20 feet above the basketball court leading into the athletic complex. LCD flat panels were the first choice but the school was concerned about the quality of the images that would show on the display – especially when viewed close up.  

“There are several trophies at the end of the corridor, including two men’s NCAA championship trophies, but the college wanted to be able customize the experience for visitors. Coach Izzo and his staff are well known and respected and the school wanted a digital display system to highlight that and the successful history of the program. They wanted to show off what Michigan State does and can do for potential recruits,” said Dean Harris CTS, designer technology services, Integrated Design Solutions.
The school was also concerned about the larger bezels of flat panels interfering with the cohesiveness of the display they wanted. Familiar with Christie MicroTiles, Harris had some MicroTiles’ samples brought in.

“We took the MicroTiles demo out to the coaches, the athletic director and others at MSU,” explained Harris. “They said, ‘if we are going to do this, we have to have the right product so the content will be crystal-clear up close.’ The visuals on the MicroTiles are very sharp even when you stand just a few inches away from them. Everyone’s reaction was ‘Wow!’ We blew them away. It was the tiny seams, the clarity of the images, the fact that they are serviceable from the front – the MicroTiles just looked stunning and did exactly what they wanted – they were the right choice.”  

Located two feet off the floor and fitted into the wall, the Christie MicroTiles video wall comprises 110 tiles in a 22-unit wide by 5-units tall array and – using a Christie-designed pedestal – seamlessly blends into the architecture.

 “The MicroTiles wall is located in a dark and narrow entry corridor that leads to a brightly lit rotunda. One of our architects explained that ‘this corridor was designed to replicate the feeling of a student athlete walking through the player’s tunnel into an arena. The vivid content on the MicroTiles wall draws your attention as you walk down the corridor that ends at a large trophy display in the rotunda.’ It is rather impressive,” said Harris.

“There is quite a lot of talk around campus about having to go see the new video wall at the Berkowitz complex. We’re also hearing that other MSU departments would like to have one, too.”

Christie Spyder X20 manages and controls content

To complete the project, the school needed a powerful video processor to do full justice to the content – which is where the Christie Spyder X20 came in. The school’s video production department produces a variety of branded content with one highlight being a line of past coaches that includes their history at the touch of a button while game days include satellite feeds and other MSU-branded content.  

“Bob Christopher (central regional manager, Christie) recommended the Spyder X20 and we, in-turn, recommended it to the school; it became part of the whole design project. It was the best fit for the MicroTiles wall,” Harris concluded. “Working with Bob, and Christie as a whole, has been great. I would do it again.”  
 
Christie MicroTiles bright, color-rich and flawless images are the perfect digital technology for creating impressive displays in university and college lobbies, auditoriums and athletic facilities. Several higher education institutions – including the James B. Hunt Jr. Library at the North Carolina State University and Texas Tech University – are benefitting from Christie MicroTiles video walls.  
 
About Christie®

Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. is a global visual technologies company and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ushio, Inc., Japan, (JP:6925). Consistently setting the standards by being the first to market some of the world’s most advanced projectors and complete system displays, Christie is recognized as one of the most innovative visual technology companies in the world. From retail displays to Hollywood, mission critical command centers to classrooms and training simulators, Christie display solutions and projectors capture the attention of audiences around the world with dynamic and stunning images. Visit www.christiedigital.com.  
 

EDISON, NJ--(Marketwired) - Star Micronics, a leading global manufacturer of point of service printers, has announced BlueStar as their 2013 Distributor of the Year. BlueStar, a leader in solution-based distribution for Auto ID, point of sale, mobility, RFID, digital signage and ID/ security technology, has now held the title for 10 consecutive years.

"Distributor of the Year" is awarded to the distributor that continues to demonstrate year-over-year sales growth and exercises best practices in reseller business development, spreading Star Micronics' brand awareness in North and South America.

The 2013 Distributor of the Year award was presented to BlueStar's President and CEO Stephen Cuntz by Star Micronics' Senior Sales Director Christine Duffy.

"We are proud to present the BlueStar Team with the 2013 Distributor of the Year Award," said Duffy. "Over the past decade, BlueStar has been instrumental in the advancement of Star Micronics' new technology products into the emerging mPOS and mobility marketplace. As our industry continues to evolve, we look forward to further expansion of our partnership with BlueStar."

"We are honored to receive our tenth consecutive Distributor of the Year Award from Star Micronics," Stephen Cuntz added. "Our partnership with Star Micronics has been an integral part of our success, and we are excited to see the opportunities that 2014 holds."

About Star Micronics America

Star Micronics America, Inc. is a subsidiary of Star Micronics Company Ltd., one of the largest small printer manufacturers world-wide. Star Micronics also manufactures high-precision machine tools and precision parts. Star Micronics Company Ltd. is ranked as one of the Top 50 "Most Stable" Japanese companies on the Japanese Nikkei. For more information, visit www.starmicronics.com or call 800-782-7636.

About BlueStar, Inc.

BlueStar is the leading global distributor of solutions-based ADC, Mobility, Point-of-Sale, RFID, Digital Signage, and ID & Security technology. BlueStar works exclusively with value-added resellers, providing them with complete solutions, business development and marketing support.

BlueStar works exclusively with value-added resellers, providing them with complete solutions, business development and marketing support. BlueStar offers award-winning technical support and is an authorized Star Service Provider. For more information about BlueStar, please visit www.bluestarinc.com.

Self-service ticketing and check-in solution enables dnata to handle peak traffic more efficiently and offer travelers greater convenience

DULUTH, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NCR Corporation, the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, announced today that dnata, one of the world's largest air services providers, has selected NCR technology to extend its customer self-service check-in capabilities at Dubai International airport.

dnata now has 33 self-service kiosks located in Terminals 1 and 2 at Dubai International airport, supporting multiple international carriers, and helping millions of customers each year. The company currently operates on five continents, in 75 airports in 38 countries around the world.

"dnata's reputation is built on delivering the promises our customers make. The NCR self-service check-in kiosks help ensure our airline partners exceed their customers' expectations, efficiently," says Jon Conway, DSVP, UAE Airport Operations, dnata. "NCR shares our commitment to excellence, and has become an integral partner. With NCR solutions, passengers save valuable time bypassing the lines at traditional check-in counters and arrive sooner at their gates."

Today, NCR provides airport check-in solutions for seven of the top ten airlines worldwide.

"dnata continually looks at ways to improve the customer experience, and NCR has increasingly been utilized to bring that goal to fruition," says Tyler Craig, vice president and general manager, NCR Travel. "The self-service check-in kiosks allow dnata to better handle peak travel hours by giving passengers an alternative for self-service and freeing employees to work with passengers with more complex needs. The data generated by the kiosks also allows dnata to better forecast their staffing levels for continued customer service improvement."

Last month, NCR Travel was honored by the Digital Screenmedia Association for providing the Best Travel and Hospitality application of digital signage at Dubai International Airport. The interactive NCR Wayfinding solution allows passengers to scan their boarding passes and view an animated path to their gates, as well as view weather conditions at travel destinations.

About NCR Corporation

NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) is the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, turning everyday interactions with businesses into exceptional experiences. With its software, hardware, and portfolio of services, NCR enables more than 485 million transactions daily across retail, financial, travel, hospitality, telecom and technology, and small business. NCR solutions run the everyday transactions that make your life easier.

NCR is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia with approximately 29,000 employees and does business in 180 countries. NCR is a trademark of NCR Corporation in the United States and other countries. The company encourages investors to visit its web site which is updated regularly with financial and other important information about NCR.

Web sites: www.ncr.com, www.ncrsilver.com

Twitter: @NCRCorporation

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ncrcorp

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ncr-corporation

YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/ncrcorporation

Kevin Cosbey Joins Seneca as a Business Development Manager, Digital Signage

Syracuse, NY (PRWEB) - Seneca, a leading custom computer and appliance manufacturer providing simple, reliable, and scalable solutions for digital signage, today announces the addition of Kevin Cosbey to the Digital Signage team, as a Business Development Manager. Kevin comes to Seneca with 10 years of digital signage and digital engagement experience, most recently having spent 5 years in business development with AOPEN. During his tenure at AOPEN, Kevin spent much of his time developing retail digital engagement solutions, blending disruptive Android-based solutions into enterprise deployments, and developing new customer engagement models for ISV and channel partners.

“Kevin’s broad Digital Signage experience and his innovative contributions to the space, make him a natural fit to our Digital Signage team, “says Steve Maser Senior VP of Sales and Marketing, Seneca. “With Kevin’s industry experience, relationships, and creativity, we are confident he will have immediate impact and become a trusted advisor to our customers.”

To learn more about Seneca Digital Signage Solutions visit the Digital Signage Solutions Page or call 877-450-7808.

About Seneca

For more than 35 years, Seneca has met the needs of customers in diverse industries with original and partnered technology solutions. As a leading U.S.-based custom computer manufacturer, Seneca serves the evolving needs of our business, digital signage, digital security and surveillance, and digital broadcast customers nationwide. By establishing the highest standards for our products, we forge long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships that deliver results. Our success is built on service and consistent performance at every stage of the extended technology lifecycle. For more information visit http://www.senecadata.com.

Seneca. Creating & Partnering Throughout the Technology Lifecycle.