Hardware
The epositive Store Solution from Nisa-Today’s utilises the latest world-class technology designed for the fast moving independent retail sector. Incorporating touch screen and self-checkout EPoS terminals together with a powerful, and energy efficient, Smart Client back office system, epositive Store Solutions incorporate all that is required to manage a successful c-store business.
Back Office
The epositive Store Solution is built around the Cranberry SC20 Smart Client computing device, which offers a powerful and energy efficient alternative to a conventional desktop PC. Delivered as a pre-configured, locked down device, utilising the industry standard Microsoft Windows© XP Embedded operating system, the Cranberry is highly secure and comes ready to use with minimal set-up time or user intervention.
Compact designThe Cranberry SC20 is a highly compact, fully functioning PC that is approximately the size of a paper back book. 35mm wide when stood on its edge, the device can be located on a standard desk or office shelf for maximum convenience without the need for a special climate controlled environment.
Automatic Software Updates
Designed around a popular PC management utility the Cranberry draws on advanced disk write and power on/off controls to enable out of hours software updates to be performed automatically via a secure link to the Nisa-Today’s corporate network.
Reduced energy costs and carbon footprint
The Cranberry typically requires only ten percent of the power of a conventional PC, not only delivering significant annual energy cost savings but also making a substantial contribution to the reduction in the carbon footprint of the business.
Simple to use Management Interface
The Cranberry includes all the normal functionality of a conventional PC including connecting to the Internet and locally attached printers and document scanners, managed and controlled via a simple, menu driven management interface.
Maintenance Free
Based on the latest solid state technology, the Cranberry is a fan free device with no internal mechanical components that could go wrong. With embedded software and remote management capability the epositive Store Solution does not require local IT support and operates virtually maintenance free.
Point of Sale
EPoS Terminals
epositive Store Solutions utilise the award-winning Toshiba ST-A10 EPoS terminals to help promote maximum customer throughput at the checkout. With an ultra-small footprint and incorporating a wide range of features, including a self-checkout option, the touch screen technology is ideally suited for the smaller retail environment to facilitate improved customer service.
Picture Frame POS Screen
The ultra-thin screen edges give a pictureframe image with maximum screen size and minimum impact on retail space. The ST-A10 TouchPOS has an extremely durable, high clarity touch screen, sealed to protect against spillages and dust, making it ideal for the toughest retail environment.
Reliability
The ST-A10 TouchPOS can withstand severe thermal and humid conditions – providing a stable, consistent and reliable hardware platform with a low cost of ownership for many years. Its unique and compact design provides for optimal performance with minimum power consumption.
Easy legacy system integration
The ST-A10is pre-configured with a driver set for Microsoft Windows® and Linux operating systems to ensure compatibility with standard retail applications and for easy integration with legacy systems.
Environmentally friendly cool processing
The innovative design of the ST-A10 terminal reduces the dependence on fans and eliminates the use of a separate cooling devices reducing noise and power consumption.
Low Maintenance
The ST-A10 TouchPOS has been designed with a unique ‘click’ release system on its outer casing to replace key components, including hard disk drive, memory and power supply, facilitating minimal downtime and reduced service visits.
System matched peripherals
The epositive checkout terminals include a wide range of connectivity interface options to enable high speed communication with the latest printers, scanners, weigh scales and cash drawer devices suitable for any c-store retail environment including service station forecourts.
