Texas Digital Systems, VeriFone Launch Electronic Payment Solution for Quick-Serve Drive-Thru.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers COLLEGE STATION, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 19, 2003 Advanced Electronic Payment Enables Customers to Complete Transactions Quickly, Reliably, Securely Texas Digital Systems Inc. (TDS TDS total dissolved solids. ), the leading provider of electronic display solutions for the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR QSR Quick Service Restaurant QSR QoS (Quality of Service) Satisfaction Rate QSR Quality System Regulations QSR Quality Status Report QSR Quality System Review QSR Quarterly Status Report QSR Quality System Requirement ) industry, announced today an alliance with VeriFone Inc. (VeriFone), the trusted leader in secure electronic payment solutions, to launch an advanced point-of-order payment solution for the QSR drive-thru industry. The solution integrates TDS' state-of-the-art Order Confirmation Displays (OCD OCD obsessive-compulsive disorder. OCD abbr. obsessive-compulsive disorder Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) ) with VeriFone's secure, high-speed electronic payment terminals and will enable customers to complete transactions using credit or debit cards debit card, card that allows the cost of goods or services that are purchased to be deducted directly from the purchaser's checking account. They can also be used at automated teller machines for withdrawing cash from the user's checking account. at the point-of-order in the drive-thru lane. The implementation of this system will further enhance customer convenience, provide increased speed-of-service and optimize optimize - optimisation drive-thru efficiency. This initiative is a major development within the QSR industry. With more than 100,000 locations providing drive-thru services in the U.S. alone, electronic payment technology will transform the way business is done in the drive-thru. In addition, new technology initiatives will further accelerate QSR payment acceptance. VeriFone is the only terminal manufacturer with solutions that leverage Ethernet Ethernet Telecommunications networking protocol introduced by Xerox Corp. in 1979. It was developed as an inexpensive way of sending information quickly between office machines connected together in a single room or building, but it rapidly became a standard computer and SSL-based technologies that enable high-speed network communication interfaces including DSL DSL in full Digital Subscriber Line Broadband digital communications connection that operates over standard copper telephone wires. It requires a DSL modem, which splits transmissions into two frequency bands: the lower frequencies for voice (ordinary , cable modems cable modem Modem used to convert analog data signals to digital form and vise versa, for transmission or receipt over cable television lines, especially for connecting to the Internet. and Internet-based communications. This facilitates "always-on" connectivity, resulting in 2-3 second authorizations, without the addition of proprietary and costly network interface devices. "We are excited to join forces with VeriFone to provide turnkey See turnkey system. transaction solutions for the QSR industry," said Chuck Bartlett, senior vice president of Sales and Marketing for TDS. "By providing consolidated ordering and payment solutions in the drive-thru, we are helping our clients increase their revenue by optimizing their drive-thru operations and enhancing their customers' experience." "VeriFone is proud to be part of an integrated industry effort to extend the convenience of electronic payments to the QSR industry, at the inside counter and at the drive-thru window," said Jesse Jesse (jĕs`ē), in the Bible, the descendant of Rahab, the grandson of Boaz and Ruth, and the father of David. Referring to the restoration of the Davidic monarchy, the Book of Isaiah speaks of a shoot coming from the "stump of Jesse. Adams, senior vice president, North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. Sales, VeriFone. "We have deployed more than 50,000 terminals to QSR operators and are excited about the opportunities of working with TDS to apply our expertise to the drive-thru industry." About Texas Digital Systems Established in 1972, Texas Digital Systems Inc. (TDS) is a privately held technology company and leading provider of integrated electronic display solutions to quick-serve restaurants, call centers, help desks, network control centers, data centers, tape operations and distribution centers. With more than 14,000 product installations worldwide -- twice as many as its nearest competitor -- TDS is the world's largest provider of drive-thru order confirmation displays and digital menu systems. As a customer-focused company, TDS attributes its leadership position to its commitment to deliver superior products, lasting business relationships and outstanding service and support. For more information on Texas Digital Systems and its products, visit www.txdigital.com or call 979/693-9378. About VeriFone Inc. VeriFone Inc. (http://www.verifone.com), recognized worldwide as the trusted leader in secure electronic payment technologies, provides expertise, solutions and services for today with a smart migration strategy for tomorrow. VeriFone is leading the industry in the delivery of solutions that add value to the point of sale, resulting in improved merchant retention and the generation of new sources of revenue for its partners and customers. VeriFone solutions are specifically designed to meet the needs of vertical markets including financial, retail, petroleum, government and healthcare. VeriFone has shipped over ten million electronic-payment systems, more than twice the number of its nearest competitor, and leads North America in annual shipments. AccuVIEW, AccuORDER, AccuTOTAL, QuickCOM Enterprise, QuickNET, QuickSENDi, QuickRECEIVEi, QuickTASK, QuickCAST, QuickLINK and QuickTAPE are trademarks of Texas Digital Systems Inc. |
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