POS

While at the National Retail Federation Annual Convention and Expo, Epson highlights the release of its software development kits for mobile printing apps. The technology is operable for handhelds such as iPad, iPod, iPhone and Android.

Fujitsu Components America has released a thermal receipt printer which is compatible with Apple iOS, Android and Blackberry operating systems. Bluetooth and USB interfaces make the printer useful for mobile retail/foodservice applications.

Canadian Five Guys Burgers & Fries customers can now take advantage of OLO Online Ordering. This international service has also been developed with MICROS and Chase Paymentech and will appear in 23 locations.

POS continues to be one of the hottest innovation areas, with mobile and online ordering on the rise, and continued investment in digital signage. In its monthly POS recap, HT remembers the point-of-service headlines from December 2011.

Panasonic releases its modular Stingray Envo workstation, a POS solution which, according to the company, offers high-performance functionality.

Premier Hotels of the World announces a partnership with Availpro to develop an online distribution tool to its member hotels. The technology will also include cloud-based PMS and POS systems.

Buffalo Wild Wings franchise owner implements MICROS Simphony, a cloud-based POS and enterprise restaurant management system.

Mobile technology has shaped the consumer shopping and dining experience. With many top brands now testing out mobile wallet, by this time next year the POS may be redefined even more.