June 30, 2016
RETAIL PRO CERTIFIES ELO POS HARDWARE, ENABLING A FULL SOLUTION FOR SPECIALTY RETAILERSGlobal leaders empower retailers with a fully integrated POS platform better connecting digital touchpoints in store
MILPITAS, Calif. — June 30, 2016 — Elo, a global supplier of touchscreen solutions, today announced Retail Pro International, a global leader in retail software, has certified Elo’s X-Series and E-Series touchscreen models for use with its Retail Pro Prism and Retail Pro 9 retail management software. This certification delivers the combined benefit of point of sale (POS) platform technology solutions for retail with software capabilities critical for expansion and unified channel initiatives powered by a modular commercial-grade hardware portfolio.
“Elo and Retail Pro together deliver a connected, globally capable retail solution,” said Dave Murphy, director of software alliances and developer relations at Elo. “Elo’s global and configurable hardware platform simplifies our software partners’ ability to connect digital touch points in the physical store.”
Globally, retailers face mounting challenges associated with multichannel marketing and sales. With nuanced needs by geography, partners with global reach – like Elo and Retail Pro – can simplify technology implementation and support. Retail Pro’s certification of Elo’s X- and E-Series configurable and scalable hardware platforms enables a fully integrated POS solution with global availability and support. Elo X-Series was chosen for its enterprise-grade POS computer and modular configuration, including customer-facing touchscreens, and the ability to meet the diverse needs of a wide variety of retailers. Elo’s E-Series, also certified, provides a stylish and affordable POS computer with a small footprint and retail-hardened durability. Elo X- and E-Series are both available with Windows, Windows POS ready, or no operating system options.
“Elo’s ability to provide a unified retail hardware platform aligns with our desire to provide customers a fully integrated and versatile solution for POS and retail operations,” said Alexandra Frith, director of marketing at Retail Pro International. “Our flexible software coupled with Elo’s hardware platform powers POS as well as self-service, endless aisle and a number of exciting applications for our customers.”
Retail Pro International provides enterprise-class retail software with global capabilities. Their customer-centric and customizable tool kit helps build engaging shopping experiences at all retail touch points. With Elo providing a unified global hardware platform for this rich software capability at every in-store fixed digital touch point, retailers are able to deliver seamless POS and shopper experiences.
About Elo
Elo is a global leader in touchscreen solutions, including modern POS systems. The inventor of the touchscreen, Elo now has 20+ million retail and hospitality installations in 80+ countries with products designed in California and built to last with a three-year standard warranty. The Elo touchscreen experience has consistently stood for quality, reliability and innovation. Elo intellectual property is protected by global patent, trademark and design registrations. Learn more about Elo’s POS solutions at EloTouch.com. Follow Elo on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
About Retail Pro International
Retail Pro International is a global leader in retail management software that is recognized worldwide for rich functionality, multinational capabilities and unparalleled flexibility. For over 25 years, Retail Pro has innovated retail software solutions to help retailers optimize business operations and have more time to focus on what really matters—cultivating customer engagement and capitalizing on retail’s trends. Retail Pro is the chosen software platform for omnichannel strategy by retailers in over 125 countries.
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