Bematech’s LC8700 Retail Hardened Computer Powers OpenMotion’s ConnectNow Custom Gift Card Kiosk
New Hyde Park New York- January 16th, 2012 – OpenMotion introduced the ConnectNow (CN) Custom Gift Card Kiosk powering the unit with Bematech’s LC8700 retail hardened computer. The CN Kiosk ushers in a new era of customized gift card products, empowering consumers to create a card for a favorite retailer with their own personal touch. The kiosk transforms an ordinary card into a thoughtful and meaningful gift in seconds.Bematech announces a partnership with GoldTech to deliver a POS bundle that is easy to order, simple to set up and install and offers the world class support you’ve come to expect.
” We were thrilled to learn the LC8700 was the chosen RHC by OpenMotion for the ConnectNow Custom Gift Card Kiosk,” stated Wladimir Alvarez, President of the Bematech International Division. “This unit has been used in several different applications and we are excited to see its capabilities grow with this unique solution. ”
The LC8700 is a powerful and compact retail hardened computer, ideal for the CN Kiosk. The fanless, ventless unit was designed to function in harsh environments and has no moving parts that can cause hard drive failure. Two mounting tabs enable the unit to fit seamlessly inside the kiosk. The LC8700 is a reliable unit that will ensure great results each time a gift card is produced.
“It was critical for us to partner with a company with an extremely reliable computer, with a proven track record in retail environments. The Bematech unit provides this dependability by offering a fanless, ventless CPU and a very compact form factor,” said Rob Deubell, OpenMotion’s President.
The CN Custom Gift Card Kiosk is a self-service system that allows consumers to create a unique gift card by selecting the occasion, personalizing a message, purchasing and printing the card all within minutes. The solution turns an ordinary gift card into an extraordinary gift with a personal touch. The CN kiosk enhances the consumer experience and gives retailers the opportunity to increase sales and easily distribute more gift cards.
About OpenMotion
OpenMotion is a digital and mobile marketing solutions company with a proven track record of driving consumer sales and loyalty with leading retail and online brands. Its parent company, RACO Industries, is a leading provider of data collection, gift card, and mobile solutions supporting many Fortune 1000 companies. OpenMotion¡¦s flagship products include the ConnectNow Custom Gift Card Kiosk and MobileCoupons.com. For more information about The ConnectNow Custom Gift Card Kiosk, visit http://www.openmotion.com/kiosk or for all OpenMotion’s solutions, visit http://www.openmotion.com.
About Bematech
For the past 28 years, Bematech single-source hardware solutions has advanced the operating process and enhanced the efficiency and effectiveness for over 5,600 businesses. Bematech is a leader in technology for the retail and hospitality in Brazil. For two decades Bematech has been a pioneer in producing solutions that redefine consumer experience at the point-of-sale, enhancing retailers’ businesses. The Company offers a broad portfolio of integrated solutions – equipment, management systems, services and, training – specialized in small and midsized retailers through a wide distribution network that covers over 415,000 points of sale in 37 countries. The company operates with over 1,500 professionals and four R&D excellence centers. Visit www.bematech.com or call Josephine Lu at 516.248.0400 x 1417 for additional information.