EPOS Computer linked dispensers
As well as being the main Point of Sale at a Golf Range, EGM dispensers with networking capability can communicate with a computer running suitable loyalty software.
It is possible to run a scheme for card holders to access balls using a member card. There can any amount of categories to suit your circumstances. Card holders deposit funds into their account and can then use the credit to purchase buckets of balls.
The system benefits both the golfer and range. The golfer enjoys his practice at a preferential rate and the Range has a very secure, cashless point of sale, as well as ensuring subsequent visits by the holder. The cash deposits can amount to a very useful fund.
Paper vouchers can be issued at the point of sale, for use by non card holders, in preference to metal tokens. These contain a random number or a bar-code which, when presented at the dispenser, will vend the appropriate quantity of balls.
How it works...
A locally installed device called 'Netbox' connects to your ball dispensers and runs the EGM API, accessible over your local area network.
Software providers can write a link that exchanges certain information, like member details, with your EGM hardware. EGM are able to connect to the device and monitor your machine if there is a problem.