Kiosk Solutions Oct-Nov 2019 | Page 7

news Applova launches self- ordering kiosk with a kitchen display system for Elo touchscreen displays Applova, a fintech provider specialising in ordering and engagement technologies has launched Applova Kiosk with kitchen display system (KDS) for Elo Touchscreen displays. This new offering provides quick-service restaurants (QSRs) and retailers with an easy to deploy solution to capture additional sales driven by self-serve ordering while remaining competitive in what’s becoming an increasingly technology-driven marketplace. “We are excited to release Applova Kiosk with KDS on Elo Touchscreen displays to empower QSRs and retailers with smart and innovative technology at an affordable price point,” said Applova CEO & Founder Dinesh Saparamadu. “This sophisticated solution improves overall restaurant efficiency, increases sales, reduces operational costs and greatly supports food waste reduction efforts,” added Saparamadu. “Kiosks also delight customers and provide significant business ROI.” Applova Kiosk is designed to streamline restaurant operations, integrating directly with KDS, public announcement (PA) and point of sale (POS) systems while automatically synchronizing data in real-time as orders occur. Integration leverages the functional richness of individual systems to create a highly productive and collaborative technology ecosystem. With Applova Kiosk, establishments can quickly, easily and affordably leverage self-service technology to increase revenue and customer satisfaction, improve efficiency, all while reducing operational costs and food waste. n KIOSK solutions Absen Names Audio Visual Distributors as Australian VAD Absen has welcomed Australia’s Audio Visual Distributors (AVD) into its Value Added Distributor (VAD) network. The agreement, which became effective on 18 September 2019, will see AVD promote Absen LED products across the Australasian region and provide training for local end-users, as well as exhibiting Absen products at relevant trade fairs and roadshows. “We pay particular attention to strategically aligning ourselves with quality manufacturers who deliver innovative, market-leading products,” said Blair Terrace, business development – LED displays at AVD. “We believe that the quality range of products from Absen is well suited to the vertical markets we support. The continual R&D and technical innovation of Absen’s LED ensure our customer base is exposed to a constant stream of fresh and exciting products.” Terrace continued: “LED has become an increasingly requested product within the commercial AV space in this region. More and more corporate boardrooms, retail applications and performing arts / cultural venues are requesting LED installations, while the rental and events market is continuing to grow. In particular, the demand for higher resolution LED screens is becoming greater every year. With the innovation Absen has in the 1.5mm-0.9mm pixel pitch bracket, we are now well-positioned to offer quality, well-priced products specific to these applications.” n If you have any news please email James Abbott, [email protected] KIOSK solutions 7