Integrated Technology Group And NCR Offer Library Self-Checkout Solution
Extending the convenience and speed of self-checkout to yet another consumer environment, NCR Corporation recently announced a partnership with Integrated Technology Group (ITG) to offer a library self-checkout solution in North America.
ITG, an NCR RealPartner, will offer its Apex XpressCheck library self-checkout software on NCR EasyPoint kiosk hardware equipped with an integrated bar code scanner and printer. ITG selected NCR EasyPoint kiosk hardware for its reliability, serviceability and versatile mounting options.
The solution will be demonstrated at ITG's booth #1872 at the 2008 American Library Association show, being held June 26 through July 2 in Anaheim, Calif.
"Ever-expanding their services to include Internet access, DVDs and other interactive options, libraries are increasingly looking toward technology solutions to help make simpler tasks – like checking out books and other materials – an automated process," said Shai Robkin, president and chief executive officer, Integrated Technology Group. "By offering a self-checkout experience to help accomplish basic transactions, library employees can be readily available to assist visitors with more personalized customer service.
"NCR is a well-established leader in self-service technology, and we were anxious to bring our software together with their outstanding products and diverse market expertise," Robkin continued. "This relationship is a way to accelerate the success of our self-checkout application with a proven, trusted partner."
In a typical transaction using the library self-checkout solution, patrons first scan their library card to pull up account information on the kiosk screen. Patrons then scan the items for check out using the kiosk bar code scanner. A receipt prints from the kiosk to complete the transaction.
Future plans include integrating the NCR EasyPoint kiosks with ITG's radio frequency identification-enabled self-checkout software.
"NCR is pleased to partner with ITG to offer this best-in-class library self-checkout solution," said Richard Arnold, NCR vice president, Retail Industry Marketing. "As a company driven toward self-service innovation and growth, we look forward to working together to explore how technology can empower librarians to improve operational efficiencies and better serve their patrons."
About Integrated Technology Group
The Integrated Technology Group develops, manufactures, sells and supports library automation technologies that empower librarians to improve operational efficiencies and better serve their patrons. ITG is a wholly owned division of Vernon Library Supplies Inc., a leading manufacturer and distributor of library specific products and solutions since 1973. For more information, visit www.integratedtek.com.
About NCR Corporation
NCR Corporation is a global technology company leading how the world connects, interacts and transacts with business. NCR's assisted- and self-service solutions and comprehensive support services address the needs of retail, financial, travel, healthcare, hospitality, gaming and public sector organizations in more than 100 countries. NCR is headquartered in Dayton, Ohio.
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