We have selected a set of hardware and software suppliers to complement our own products.

All ART systems are developed using Microsoft products such as .Net, C#, SQL Server and designed exclusively for the Microsoft operating systems such as Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2003 and Windows Server 2008.

http://www.microsoft.com/en/gb/default.aspx

With over 25 years of experience delivering address-list management solutions AFD Software now serves over 7,500 UK organisations and has a network of over 400 AFD partners.

All software contains fresh data licensed through direct relationships with Royal Mail (UK Postal Data), BACS (UK Bank Data), Bartholomew (Maps), United States Postal Service (USA Postal Data) and other selected suppliers of telephone, residential and business data. These relationships ensure that end users have access to complete, properly-licensed, regularly updated address and contact data.

AFD Software products deliver high quality address and banking data to everyday applications including word processing, database, accounts and contact management.

ART has been using AFD software to provide postcode address retrieval in our various products for over 10 years and we have always been pleased with the quality of the software and service provided by the AFD team.

http://www.afd.co.uk/

Datalogic is a globally recognized world leader in the Automatic Data Capture market. The provide provide high quality mobile computers, terminals and barcode scanners which many of our customers insist on.

http://www.datalogic.com/

Motorola may be best known for their mobile phones but in the retail world they are just as well known for their mobile computers, handheld terminals and barcode code scanners,plus the industrial strength accessories such as their wireless systems for office, factory and warehouse. At ART we have used many Motorola products when we have been providing complete solutions such as warehouse management system and store stock management systems. As Motorola authorised resellers we have access to their whole world wide support and technical services to ensure that our customers are well looked after.

http://www.motorola.com/Business/XU-EN/Business+Product+and+Services

When it comes to EPOS printers Epson is the market leader for good reason.

Epson pretty much defined the market, set the standards and make great printers which the rest of the printer market follow. It would be commercial to manufacture a printer nowadays which was not Epson compatible.

In fact, Epson make all sorts of printers and all sorts of EPOS devices including their ‘all in one’ EPOS units such as the IR 700. These are all innovative and high quality products so ART is always happy to provide Epson units, as we know that they will always do the job and our customer will be happy.

http://www.epson.co.uk/en

Digipos could be referred to as the workhorse of the EPOS industry in that their various component systems based around the old Millennium and now the Retail Blade and Retail Active systems are to be seen in a vast number of shops throughout the UK. These systems are well thought out for the task in hand and very reliable with plenty of performance. We should also add that Digipos also make and supply the Retail Core machine which we use as a central part of our green strategy due to its efficient fanless design consuming on 15 watts of power.

http://www.digipos.co.uk/

Dell are one of the largest providers of Servers, Laptops and Desktop computers in the world. We are always happy to supply and use these machines because they are always reliable, good value and stylish. As a Dell reseller ART can provide all Dell products at excellent prices and properly configured for the intended purpose.

http://www.dell.co.uk/

IBM has been a leader in the EPOS world since the very beginning and provides some of the very best hardware for all types of retails from small to large. Because of their vast experience in the market place is the one hardware manufacturer which tends to go its own way in design and development which does mean that EPOS software that runs happily on more standard hardware needs significant modification for it work on IBM hardware. Fortunately ART has already been through that loop and so we are very happy to provide our software on all IBM EPOS hardware.

http://www-03.ibm.com/products/retail/index.html

Verifone VeriFone is a global leader in secure electronic payment technologies. Providing solutions, services, and expertise that enable electronic payment transactions and value-added services at the point of sale. Verifone devices and systems process a broad spectrum of payment types including signature and PIN-based debit cards, credit cards, EMV smart cards, contactless, value-added applications, and signature capture. Verifone solutions incorporate existing and emerging technologies, comply with the latest global security standards, and take advantage of the latest connectivity options from GPRS, CDMA, and Wi-Fi to IP and Bluetooth-enabled devices. ART use the ubiquitous Verifone SC5000 and Secura Pin Pads as an integral part of our Chip and Pin solution.

http://www.verifone.com

Baigents is a small but very expert and qualified company specialising in data recovery and all forms of computer and network security. ART have known and worked with Jon for many years and know that in the realms of internet and local network security he can be relied upon to deliver a good workable solution.

http://www.baigents.net

Tegen is an IT support company based in Horley, Surrey. They have been providing IT support to the small business and SME market since 2002. Services cover nearly every aspect of today’s business IT networks, from network installations through to comprehensive support agreements. Tegen build strong relationships with all our support customers providing project and IT management, server and desktop support, procurement and above all accept responsibility for their IT requirements.

Tegen are at the forefront of information technologies, implementing the latest server, storage, networking and software products. We deal with all major hardware brands including IBM, HP, Dell and Lenovo.

ART and Tegen work closely to provide a seamless hardware / software support and installation service to our customers.

http://www.tegen.co.uk

Are specialists in all aspects of information management and are passionate about the benefits it can bring to any business.

Tahola’s aim is simple: to give you the insight to make better, more confident decisions which will improve the performance of your business.

Tahola is experienced in all aspects of information management, including:

• Performance Management
• Business Intelligence
• Reporting and analysis
• Planning, budgeting and forecasting
• Data warehouse design and build
• Data mining

Because of the rich detail collected in the ART systems Tahola in partnership with ART has been able to unlock an enormous amount of information using Cognos and other BI tools which has greatly benefited our customers.

http://www.tahola.com

Commidea is the UK’s leading developer and provider of credit card processing systems and services.

The company has developed a range of unique, high performance and versatile card payment systems for virtually every working environment including high street retail, e-commerce, mail order, telesales, leisure and hospitality.

Providing solutions to a range of organisations large and small, Commidea has the solution for your credit card payment needs. Whatever your market, whatever your business, we have a range of credit card payment processing solutions for you.

http://www.commidea.com

YESPay is a global payments services company providing highly secure and scalable EMV Chip & PIN, contactless and magnetic credit / debit card, e-commerce and gift card payment processing services to independent and multi-chain merchants. Our mission is to create value for our partners and merchants who operate in traditional high street, hospitality, leisure, fuel, mail order and web environments by providing the best outsourced managed payment services anywhere in the world.

http://www.yes-pay.com