For a long time, business owners have sought to have complete insight into their operations without a great deal of success. But there are systems available on the market today to make this aspiration a reality. One such solution is Prizma (formerly Tokheim Fuel POS®), available from TSG Ireland.
Prizma is the industry-leading electronic point of sale (EPOS) system that provides fuel retailers with full control of their forecourt devices, whilst streamlining business operations and maximising the profit potential of the site. This flawless connected system seamlessly integrates with fuel dispensers, price signs, tank level gauges, car washes, electric vehicle charge points and the back office, leaving staff with more time to better serve the customers.
Prizma combines an easy-to-use touchscreen interface with powerful analytical software tools that help forecourt owners to more effectively manage all aspects of a fuel and convenience retail business. Its advanced reporting features facilitate the swift identification of operational weaknesses by providing in-depth information on workforce administration, shift reports, cash management, sales activities, access control and wetstock management.
Prizma leverages both standard and proprietary protocols with the long-term capability of accepting new devices and access methods as required. Designed to incorporate a progression of features and options, including end-to-end secure payment, traditional and alternative fuel types and connected cloud solutions, Prizma takes the customer experience to a whole new level.
It is the preferred EPOS system for both international oil companies and independents, as it not only complies with the strict data security regulations enforced by the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS), it exceeds them. Prizma is designed to prevent fraud through the increased control of credit card data, operating via a virtual private network (VPN), which encrypts the customer’s identity and payment data as transactions are made.
Prizma centralises data from the forecourt equipment and convenience store, providing complete operational visibility for site owners. Integration with any or all of the following will provide additional data sets, greater transparency and unrivalled reporting potential:
- OASE ™ (Online Authorization and Switching Environment)
- Crypto VGA outdoor payment terminal (OPT)
- DX™ Retail
Tokheim OASE
The Tokheim OASE facilitates PCI-compliant payments at the EPOS and can accommodate all major credit, debit or fuel cards, with a fixed annual fee regardless of transaction volume. This simple but highly secure payment system reduces the complexity of protocol implementation on the site by using a central switch point. It supports both indoor and outdoor payment methods, including in-dispenser, payment terminal, cash, self-checkout and in-app mobile. Transactions are authorised quickly and securely which helps to improve customer experience and cultivate loyalty.
Crypto VGA OPT
The Crypto VGA OPT simplifies the payment process by using intuitive onscreen graphics to guide customers through each stage of the transaction via debit, credit, fuel or loyalty card. Incorporating a set of robust anti-fraud mechanisms and certified in accordance with the latest PCI approvals, the Crypto VGA is one of the most secure payment terminals in the energy retail sector. In addition to traditional and alternative fuels, it can connect to and control payment for electricity dispensed by electric vehicle charge points on site.
DX™ Retail
DX™ Retail is part of the DFS DX™ connected solutions platform and enables owners of multiple forecourt sites to manage and update their EPOS and self-checkout systems securely and efficiently, owing to its use of Microsoft Azure and intelligent edge technology. Driving updates to multiple pieces of equipment simultaneously is straightforward, fast and can be done with the touch of a button from any web-enabled device from anywhere, thanks to its cloud-based connected solution. DX Retail provides significant time savings and ensures sites are always updated with the latest retail items and pricing across an entire network.
TSG Ireland is here to help
To conclude, Prizma is a truly connected, powerful electronic point-of-sale system that sits at the heart of successful businesses, providing integrated intelligence across the country’s fuel station networks. TSG Ireland offers support and advice to help retailers make an informed decision on the right systems and solutions for their business.
With over twenty years of experience in the industry, TSG Ireland is able to supply, install and support a wide range of forecourt equipment and solutions, including those outlined in this article.
