Demonstration Equipment

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NEW PRODUCT HIGHTLIGHT
New entry-level models of the IBM AnyPlace family complement the AnyPlace Kiosk™ product.

The AnyPlace family is an off-the-shelf product designed specially for long life in harsh, public environments and able to fit nearly anywhere.

Created to withstand the rigors of unattended use, each new 381-mm (15-in) model features a space-saving form factor, an infrared (IR) touch screen, and multiple options for adding peripherals and third-party
enclosures.

For more information contact your ScanSource sales representative.

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Torex
Torex has 20 years’ experience of working in partnership with the world’s most forward-thinking retail, hospitality, and petroleum and convenience brands to excite, engage and retain their customers. Over 7,000 customers worldwide depend on our best-in-class business and technology solutions and knowledgeable industry experts to help them identify, define and deliver a more personal and qualitative experience for each customer, and to maximize profitability, increase ROI and achieve competitive advantage.

Maitre’ D
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POSitouch
Point of Sale software and hardware systems from POSitouch are the hospitality industry's leading (POS) application for Restaurant Table Service, Quick Service, Hotels, Country Clubs, Delivery and Stadiums/Arena use. This Windows based, open architecture software is incredibly easy to use, maintain and expand.

DEMONSTRATION EQUIPMENT

Acquiring POS Products for Demonstration or Development

IBM offers a Demonstration or Development program for business partners to obtain IBM hardware products at a reduced discount or reasonable monthly payment. These programs enable Business Partners (BPs) to have a system for trade shows, demonstrations in end-user accounts, or to develop a software for the hardware.

During a 12-month period, a BP can acquire up to 40 of each machine type they are approved to market (i.e. – 40 4820’s, 40 4852’s, 40 4610’s, etc.).
Product can be obtained through a) outright purchase, or b) IGF Leasing, if qualified. In either case, outright purchases or lease payments are eligible for reimbursement through PartnerRewards.
Process to receive products takes a minimum of 4-6 weeks.

Decision to Outright Purchase

Decision to Seek IGF Lease

BP is given an 80% discount.
Order is placed through Distributor.
Distributor processes order through IBM.
Product must be retained for a minimum of 12 months. After the 12-month period the product can be sold as used.

Qualifications for IGF Lease:
1. Minimum deal size: $25,000 in Canada; $5,000 in the United States
2. BP agrees to keep equipment at least 12 months.
3. BP must be a current or approved customer of IGF.
Lease term is for 24 months; monthly charge is 1% total list price. Note: Minimum monthly lease payment will be $100.
Order is placed through Distributor, requesting an IGF Development/Demonstration Lease.
Distributor processes order through IBM.
At the end of the lease, the product is returned to IBM.

Note: Orders must be fulfilled from IBM and will take 4-6 weeks.