NCR
Corporation (NYSE: NCR), the global leader in consumer transaction
technologies, announced today that it has successfully deployed the NCR
Venue Management solution at the Adelaide Oval as part of the iconic
stadium’s major redevelopment project. The new look Adelaide Oval, with
a capacity of 53,500, includes over 70 percent undercover seating and
features a modernized landscape that provides significantly upgraded
facilities to host major sporting events, concerts and more.
NCR plays a significant role in this redevelopment story and at the core
is the NCR
Venue Manager, an advanced point-of-sale (POS) and reporting system
that has been deployed in more than 200 stadiums and arenas globally.
This will help streamline operations, enhance service levels and deliver
a world-class experience to Australia’s iconic sports and entertainment
complex.
In a move to better engage fans at the stadium, the Adelaide Oval
Stadium Management Authority has partnered with NCR to provide a host of
innovative venue management solutions to better serve the extensive food
and beverage restaurants, corporate boxes and concession stands at the
stadium that will reduce queues and allow fans to get their food and
beverages quicker.
“Australian sports and music fans want their stadium experience to be
enjoyable and hassle-free. NCR’s vast experience in venue management
around the world made it easy for us to select them to help us deliver
an unparalleled level of service and to make the fan experience at this
world-class stadium exceptional,” said Adelaide Oval SMA CEO, Andrew
Daniels.
“The adoption of modern NCR technology allows us to accurately report,
analyze and forecast sales, helping us to reduce waste and control
costs,” added Daniels.
“Adelaide Oval is an iconic landmark not only in Australia but around
the world too, we are proud to be part of this transformational story as
the stadium unfolds into a new era,” said Nick Wagnitz, NCR general
manager - Hospitality & Stadiums / Arenas. “Fans and patrons can look
forward to seeing more of any game or event at the Adelaide Oval as it
delivers a world class stadium experience.”
As part of the agreement NCR will also deploy NCR
Vital – a smartphone application that provides real-time business
information on critical assets including sales, inventory and allow
venue operators to connect with their employees and actively manage
social networking platforms.
About Adelaide Oval
Adelaide Oval has enjoyed a proud history as one of Australia’s premier
sporting and entertainment venues for more than 140 years. In March
2014, a $535 million redevelopment was completed, transforming Adelaide
Oval into an internationally renowned, world-class venue for the 21st
Century. The redeveloped Adelaide Oval sits proudly within a revitalised
riverbank and parklands precinct; home to cricket, football and
providing an exceptional venue for a host of other major sporting events
and entertainment.
About NCR Corporation
NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) is the global leader in consumer transaction
technologies, turning everyday interactions with businesses into
exceptional experiences. With its software, hardware, and portfolio of
services, NCR enables more than 485 million transactions daily across
retail, financial, travel, hospitality, telecom and technology, and
small business. NCR solutions run the everyday transactions that make
your life easier.
NCR is headquartered in Duluth, Georgia with approximately 29,000
employees and does business in 180 countries. NCR is a trademark of NCR
Corporation in the United States and other countries.
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