Pyramid Computer develops new interactive IoT modules for retail applications

The German specialist has expanded its polytouch all-in-one systems with new intelligent IoT modules, integrated into innovative vending machines that not only facilitate the check-out process and speed up waiting times, but they allow the merchandise to be returned automatically, providing an omnichannel strategy in different applications.

Pyramid Computer, provider of customizable IT solutions in the retail and interactive sectors, will present its latest smart modules with all-in-one polytouch components for vending machines and digital kiosks at the Retail Business Technology Expo 2016 (RBTE), which will be celebrated from 9 al 10 March at the London Olympia.

This modular feature of polytouch components is the result of more than six years of experience, with successful projects at MacDonalds and the North American cinema chain AMC Theaters (more details in the news published in Digital AV Magazine).

Available for screen sizes 32, 55 y 65 inches, These systems are fully customizable in terms of size display, color, framed and open frame, as well as on the PC box (with Intel Core i3 up to i7 and GPU mounting depending on performance requirements), to fit in any retail environment.

Among other advantages, The installation of polytouch systems offers the tools to offer a wide range of additional services to increase sales by avoiding customer waiting times at the checkout., streamlining the check-out process with the integration of multiple sales channels (online, mobile, etc.) or promoting accessories.

Other products that Pyramid will exhibit at RBTE are the new IoT smart modules (Internet of Things) for vending machines, that allow the automatic sale of standard goods in shopping centers, airports and train stations through scalable and customizable cabinets.

Thanks to integration with IoT technology, These vending machines with smart modules can be used with an application from customers' smartphones or directly on the polytouch kiosk, offering a new interactive commercial platform compared to the traditional vending machine that can work outside of business hours and in combination with other devices.

A differential of this solution is that it integrates a camera with a CMOS sensor that allows you to reverse the automatic product return process at any time.. If a customer decides they do not want the product for any reason, after putting it in an empty closet, A photo is automatically taken to document that the product in question has been properly returned.

For Nico Brandes, Sales Manager UK and North America at Pyramid, “RBTE offers an ideal opportunity to present our latest retail and interactive solutions to retailers and consumers to offer them a truly optimized shopping experience.”, As you can see at our stand and discover how fun shopping can be”.