NCR to provide venue management solution at new Perth Arena
NCR Corporation has announced that it has entered into a new agreement with VenuesWest to implement the NCR venue management solution at the soon-to-open Perth Arena.
The NCR solution, already deployed in more than 200 stadiums and arenas globally, has been selected to streamline operations, increase speed of service and help deliver a world-class entertainment experience.
Managed by AEG Ogden, the 15,500-seater Perth Arena is scheduled to open on 10th November with 65 NCR touchscreen point-of-sale (POS) terminals installed throughout the facility's general concession locations and VIP zones to ensure fast sales transactions.
Additionally, mobile NCR POS-and-printer units operating on a high-speed, wireless network will enable Perth Arena visitors to buy refreshments and merchandise away from fixed concession stands in corporate and VIP suites, for example, and even to order and pay for goods without leaving their seats.
Explaining the agreement, VenuesWest Chairman Graham Partridge stated "the NCR system puts Perth Arena at the forefront of venue technology by providing amazing flexibility, control and connectivity. "
NCR Venue Manager will provide Perth Arena with sales information from every POS device and retail outlet in real time, enabling it to accurately report, analyze and forecast sales second by second.
NCR Australia General Manager Hospitality Nick Wagnitz added "easy-to-use, reliable technology that increases speed of service is crucial for event venues that are focused on providing the best fan experience. We look forward to supporting Perth Arena's goals to engage fans and build its reputation as one of the world's premier entertainment destinations."
Perth Arena opens with a concert by Elton John and has lined up some of the world's biggest names in entertainment, including Matchbox Twenty, Russell Brand, Pink, Jennifer Lopez and One Direction.
NCR Corporation is a global technology company offering solutions and comprehensive support services that address the needs of retail, financial, travel, hospitality, gaming, public sector, telecom carrier and equipment organisations in more than 100 countries.
For more information go to www.ncr.com
3rd October 2012 - STEVE HEVERN APPOINTED INTERIM GENERAL MANAGER AT PERTH ARENA
2nd October 2012 - SIR ELTON JOHN TO OPEN PERTH ARENA ‘UNDER THE STARS’
