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Built by Wincor Nixdorf, a Windows Embedded partner, and powered by Windows Embedded POSReady 2009, Douglas' next-generation POS platform meets current needs for richer customer experiences and greater security. The system also addresses longer-term needs for the retailer such as streamlining technical requirements and reducing total cost of ownership.
"We will roll out the Windows Embedded POSReady 2009 platform in our newer
stores first," said
"The Windows Embedded team is committed to providing our partners and
customers with an innovative POS operating system that enhances POS function
and enables retailers to offer a differentiated user experience," said
For Douglas, using Windows Embedded POSReady 2009 delivers multiple benefits:
-- Connectivity. Windows Embedded POSReady 2009 supports the Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 for building robust Web-enabled applications and services, and offers standards-based plug-and-play support for easy connectivity to peripherals, servers and services. -- Confidence. The next-generation platform provides security updates available through security and management technologies in Windows XP Professional Service Pack 3. -- Flexibility. Windows Embedded POSReady 2009 enables customization of the operating system image to align with Douglas' computing environment and business needs.
"The new POS platform provides us with a viable solution for meeting present and future business needs," Timmer said. "As we look to move toward diskless hardware platforms, we saw a long-term opportunity with Windows Embedded POSReady 2009, which supports flash and other data storage technologies. With fewer moving hardware parts, we expect higher levels of reliability and longer system life cycles, which will save us money over time."
Douglas POS Systems and Microsoft Technology at NRF Annual Convention & Expo
Attendees of the NRF Annual Convention & Expo taking place
More information on Windows Embedded POSReady 2009 is available at http://www.POSReady.com.
About the DOUGLAS Group
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The DOUGLAS Group operates more than 1,900 specialty stores throughout
These principles go along with the company's objectives: value oriented growth, continued global expansion of the Perfumery Division and above all strengthening the leadership position in quality and service. Stepping in new markets, the Douglas retail concept recognizes the trends in customer behaviour and needs and responds to them in excellent concepts, offers and services.
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