PORTLAND, Ore., July 8, 2014 – VendScreen Inc., innovator of touchscreen payment technology, has signed a Strategic Supplier agreement with USConnect, Americas’ only nationwide network of independent food service companies. According to the agreement, USConnect affiliates can get VendScreen touchscreen products and services at group rates through June 30, 2016.
USConnect affiliates deploying VendScreen touchscreen technology will receive special device pricing and USConnect’s reduced cashless processing costs. They also qualify for a set monthly price for monitoring, management and wireless services. USConnect’s operational team will assist affiliates with adopting this program for their operation.
“USConnect has been working hard to help our affiliates deploy technology that re-engages consumers through cashless capabilities, promotions and loyalty. We’re in the business of connecting people, products, information and machinery,” said Jeff Whitacre, Chief Executive Officer and founder of USConnect. “VendScreen touchscreen payment technology enables them to do just that, modernizing vending machines with a touchscreen interface, cashless payment choices and detailed nutritional information that today’s consumers are demanding.”
“USConnect affiliates have pledged to stay on the forefront of food services technology,” said David Grano, CEO of VendScreen. “The VendScreen turnkey cashless solution delivers on that promise today and tomorrow with over-the-air remote updates to support future features including couponing and advertising.”
USConnect members should contact Sasha Escola, USConnect Professional Administrator for more information.
About USConnect
USConnect is an exclusive consortium of industry leading independent food service companies across the United States. Together, USConnect member companies provide outstanding quality fresh foods, consistent service, and state-of-the-art technology and programs to their corporate food service clients. For more information, please visitusconnect.biz.
About VendScreen Inc.
VendScreen Inc. is the industry’s leading provider of touchscreen payment technology for vending machines. VendScreen devices are powered by a proprietary cloud-based computing platform that enables cashless transactions, nutrition information, on-screen promotions, instant help features and credit codes for refunds. For more information, please visit vendscreen.com.