Preh Keyboards And Microsoft Windows Embedded For Point Of Service Achieve Next Level Of Plug & Play
In conjunction with the Retail Systems Conference announcement from Microsoft regarding the availability of Windows Embedded for Point of Service, Preh will be exhibiting their Windows Embedded for Point of Service verified MC147 and MCI keyboards at booth 2107. The Windows Embedded for Point of Service software platform will enable retail and hospitality organizations to simplify the setup, use and management of their point of service (POS) systems. Windows Embedded for Point of Service is the first industry-specific software platform to provide plug-and-play functionality enabling retail peripherals to be easily installed and managed.
"Preh sees a sizable potential for peripheral substitutions in big name POS system bundles. Now retailers can choose the best USB keyboard, instead of the one that is already integrated," remarks Bob Nelson, President of Preh Electronics. As a Best of Breed peripheral provider, Preh welcomed and has aggressively supported the Windows Embedded for Point of Service software platform. This commitment is evident in that Preh keyboards have been verified, at the time that the product was launched.
"We are pleased to provide verification to Preh keyboards for Windows Embedded for Point of Service," said Jane Gilson, Director of Marketing for the Mobile and Embedded Devices Division at Microsoft Corp. "This verification means Preh can enable retailers to seamlessly integrate their keyboard with point-of-service applications running on the Windows Embedded for Point of Service platform. Our goal with Windows Embedded for Point of Service is to empower retailers with a standard, retail-optimized platform that includes full support for standard retail applications and device peripherals."
As part of the Windows Embedded for Point of Service program's "plug and play" requirements, Preh successfully developed new Service Objects to assure compatibility with the new platform. Based on Preh's existing keyboard drivers, the new Service Objects add a new level of compatibility to these industry standard programmable keyboards.
"ROI is a priority for everyone in IT. Retailers are especially concerned about getting the most out of their POS systems. By leveraging the simplified plug and play included in Windows Embedded for Point of Service, Preh's full line of USB keyboards easily migrate from system to system," states Bob Nelson.
All Preh keyboards are designed for continual performance in the harshest POS environments. Engineered for rugged reliability, maximum configurability, and confident usability, these Windows Embedded for Point of Service-verified keyboards have an excellent reputation for durability and provide a solid ROI. More information can be found at www.preh-us.com.