Gourmet Grocer Also Chooses Wincor`s BEETLE POS Hardware for New Stores
AUSTIN, TX-March 13, 2006—Wincor Nixdorf, one of the world`s leading suppliers of IT solutions for the banking and retail industries, today announced that Balducci`s has selected Wincor`s StoreForward POS software as the point-of-sale application for a chainwide rollout. Balducci`s, one of the largest and most highly regarded specialty food companies in the U.S., will also install Wincor`s BEETLE POS systems in new stores including its Food Lover`s Market stores in Manhattan and Washington, D.C.
StoreForward POS is a robust, server-based Java® point-of-sale (POS) software application that is optimized for thin-client computing - lowering Balducci`s total cost of ownership, while providing a more stable, robust operating environment. Key features include a server-based architecture for greater system uptime and reliability; a powerful accounting system that provides real-time access to critical sales information, down to the store level; and a built-in SQL database with flexible, easy-to-use reporting functions.
For POS hardware, Balducci`s selected the BEETLE /NetPOS systems with a sealed-chassis, which helps to prevent the intake of particulates that can damage the system. In order to optimize valuable and limited counter space, Wincor mounted the flat-panel display and printer on a swing arm above the counter.
"The reliability and stability of StoreForward POS running on Wincor Nixdorf hardware will greatly increase system uptime at Balducci`s stores, helping us speed customers through the checkouts during peak shopping hours," said John Stroke, director of information services, Balducci`s. "By improving throughput, the new POS solution plays a key role in helping Balducci`s increase customer satisfaction."
"Balducci`s is an innovative specialty foods retailer, with loyal customers and a great brand reputation," said Doug Evans, vice president of retail, Wincor Nixdorf USA. "StoreForward was the perfect solution for helping Balducci`s lower their costs and further increase customer satisfaction. Wincor`s store system solutions are gaining significant market momentum in the U.S., as we continue to focus on helping retailers deliver a better customer experience and drive cost out of their business."
About Balducci`s
Balducci`s is one of the largest specialty food companies in the country. Formerly operating under the names Hay Day Country Farm Market and Sutton Place Gourmet, the company was purchased in November 2003 by a group headed by Bear Stearns Merchant Bank. Shortly thereafter, the company began a major repositioning of all stores under the Balducci`s name, with the new tag line, "Food Lover`s Market." Balducci`s flagship store opened in December 2005 in Manhattan, and an 11th store is set to open in Washington D.C.`s Penn Quarter later this Spring. For more information on Balducci`s, visit www.balduccis.com.
About Wincor Nixdorf
Wincor Nixdorf is one of the world`s leading suppliers of IT solutions to the retail and banking industries. The company`s extensive portfolio, consisting of hardware products, software, consulting, maintenance and other services, is aimed at reducing the cost and complexity of business processes while improving customer service. Wincor Nixdorf is the world`s third largest supplier of POS systems and automated teller machines and the number one supplier of POS systems in Europe (source: Clarendon Report, April 2005). With over 7,000 employees and net sales of €1,744 million last fiscal year, Wincor Nixdorf operates in over 90 countries with manufacturing plants in Germany and Singapore. Worldwide headquarters are in Paderborn, Germany and North American headquarters are in Austin, Texas. For more information, visit www.wincor-nixdorf.com/usa.
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