Diebold wireless e-commerce makes debut at Gitex 2002

Published October 9th, 2002 - 02:00 GMT
Al Bawaba
Al Bawaba

Diebold will showcase a concept solution using emerging technology that integrates the functionality of automated teller machines (ATMs) and wireless delivery channels at GITEX 2002, to be held in Dubai from October 13-18, 2002.  

 

On display in Stand K5-1, Hall 5, Diebold’s two-way wireless data communication technology uses a PalmOS device with an infrared (IR) connection to an ATM powered by Windows TCS Plus software. After the IR link is secured between an ATM and a mobile device, such as a mobile telephone or personal digital assistant (PDA), the mobile device takes over the transaction.  

 

Pre-loaded transactions or transactions keyed into the PDA while at the ATM are quickly executed as information bursts back and forth with the ATM. Data that can be transmitted includes: advertising, direct marketing information or graphical data such as an account statement.  

 

Explaining the concept, Hassan Hares, business development manager for Diebold Middle East, said: “In the future, consumers may be able to utilize the ATM in the same manner in which they synchronize their mobile device with information from their personal computer. Financial institutions can utilize e-mail messaging to notify their customers of scheduled transactions and other time-sensitive, useful information.”  

 

Diebold, Incorporated provides integrated self-service delivery systems and services. Diebold employs more than 12,000 associates with representation in more than 80 countries worldwide and headquarters in North Canton, Ohio, USA. Diebold reported revenue of $1.76 billion in 2001 and is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. — (menareport.com) 

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