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Wincor Nixdorf teams with Sun Microsystems to introduce StoreForward

February 8, 2005

AUSTIN, Texas - Wincor Nixdorf Inc. introduced StoreForward, a comprehensive product suite for the retail industry, in conjunction with Sun Microsystems, according to a news release.

StoreForward combines Wincor Nixdorf's vision of in-store systems functionality, software, hardware and service offerings with Sun Microsystems' network computing infrastructure to offer a fully integrated, end-to-end solution for retailers.

The StoreForward solution includes Wincor Nixdorf's new StoreForward POS and Interactive software, the BEETLE /iScan self checkout system, and self-service kiosks. The solution also includes industry standards-based server hardware and software, running on Sun Linux/Solaris operating environments and Java 2 Platform, Enterprise Edition.

"StoreForward enables retailers to turn their store systems into performing assets - and by implementing the right mix of products, services and infrastructure, retailers can now gain a competitive advantage," said Jeff Soisson, president of Wincor Nixdorf, USA. "StoreForward drives cost out of the business through thin-client systems that utilize the latest Java and Linux technologies and innovative products such as StoreForward ESL. By expanding the store and allowing one-on-one interaction with the customer, StoreForward creates more opportunities for profit and simplifies store optimization."