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Cision Canada
2 days ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
Felix Launches Industry's First SoftPOS Solution on Windows with NFM and HP
VANCOUVER, BC, June 18, 2025 /CNW/ - Felix Payment Systems Ltd. (Felix), a leading provider of cloud-based payment technologies, proudly announces the industry's first deployment of a Windows SoftPOS solution with NFM (Nebraska Furniture Mart) in collaboration with HP, Inc. This deployment highlights a growing trend toward SoftPOS solutions, as retailers increasingly seek to create new customer experiences and freedom from legacy systems. Felix has developed the world's first 100% cloud-based payment acceptance platform and is an industry leader in SoftPOS solutions. Unique to its architecture, Felix has deployed across several device operating systems including Android, Windows and Linux. Additionally, Felix is pre-certified with the major acquirers in North America, creating a flexible and scalable solution for their enterprise customers. Through the integration of Felix's proprietary Software Development Kit (SDK), NFM enabled contactless payment acceptance on HP's Engage Go 10 mobile devices – leveraging the existing embedded NFC without the need for traditional payment terminals or additional hardware. NFM, one of the largest home furnishing stores in North America, now empowers its sales associates to complete secure, tap-to-pay transactions anywhere on the showroom floor using their Windows HP tablets. " Our North Star was to develop a point-of-sale solution for sales staff that is modern, as well as one they can be excited about, confident in, and proud to use. The Engage Go 10 is slim, lightweight, fast and has improved battery life. Most importantly, it incorporates NFC capabilities that allows for tap-to-pay integration. With this solution, the tablet can be used in a stand-alone POS device, without the addition of a separate EMV card reader. Credits cards with tap-to-pay functionality are now easily and quickly accepted by simply touching the back of the tablet. This creates an improved experience for our sales staff, with functionality and capabilities that customers are accustomed to." - Robyn Messerly, CIO of NFM SoftPOS solution offers retailers a unique payment experience and various operational efficiencies. Increased Sales Floor Mobility: Sales associates are no longer tethered to fixed checkout counters. They can assist customers, answer questions, and close sales from anywhere in the store—improving customer satisfaction and conversion rates. Reduced Hardware Costs: By eliminating the need for dedicated payment terminals and integrating payment capabilities into existing smart devices. Shorter Wait Times: With checkout available at the point of decision, customers spend less time in line, which has led to improved store flow and higher throughput during peak hours. Full integration into the POS: Seamless experience for users with access embedded into the system they're already familiar with. Seamless connection to acquiring bank: Keep the retailer's existing banking relationship. Felix creates and maintains the bridge between the device and the merchant acquirer – just like a traditional terminal. Large retailers are increasingly recognizing the potential of SoftPOS solutions as a flexible, cost-effective alternative to traditional payment terminals. By integrating SoftPOS into their broader software strategy, they're unifying payment capabilities with other digital tools, creating a more streamlined and scalable in-store experience. This shift not only accelerates innovation but also reduces dependency on legacy hardware manufacturers, giving retailers greater control over their payment infrastructure. "This is a groundbreaking moment for our company and the payments industry. For the first time, we are bringing our innovative SoftPOS technology to Windows devices, unlocking a new frontier of flexibility and functionality for businesses worldwide. This deployment reflects our unwavering commitment to driving progress and empowering businesses through cutting edge solutions. We are deeply honored to collaborate with HP and NFM on this historic deployment. Their vision and trust in our technology has been instrumental in bringing this transformative solution to life. Together, we are setting a new standard for seamless, secure and efficient payment experiences." – Andrew Cole, CEO of Felix Payment Systems Ltd. HP is committed to enhancing the in-store shopping experience for retailers and their customers by enabling SoftPOS payment solutions across a variety of NFC-enabled devices, including the HP Engage One Pro G2 and HP Engage Go. By reducing or eliminating the need for traditional payment terminals, the HP Engage portfolio streamlines transactions, delivering faster, more flexible payment experiences—whether at a fixed checkout counter, integrated self-service kiosks, or mobile payment stations anywhere in the store. "In the dynamic world of retail, seamless transactions have evolved from a convenience to a necessity. At HP, we are dedicated to empowering businesses with innovative technology that ensures secure, frictionless payment experiences for their customers. Our collaboration with Felix to enable SoftPOS across our HP Engage devices exemplifies this mission, and we look forward to continuing our work together to drive even greater efficiency and ease around payment." - Andrew Medlin, Senior Director and Global Head of HP Retail and Industry Solutions About Felix Payment Systems Ltd. Felix Payment Systems Ltd. is a pioneer in next-generation payment solutions with a focus on SoftPOS and cloud-based platforms. Designed for speed, security, and seamless integration, Felix helps merchants redefine how they accept payments. Felix offers unparalleled compatibility by supporting Android, Windows and Linux operating systems. Through their pre-certified Level 3 connections to North American acquirers including Elavon, Chase, FISERV, TSYS, Heartland and NAB, they offer ultimate flexibility for merchants. About NFM Nebraska Furniture Mart, as originally named, was founded by Rose Blumkin in 1937 in the basement of her husband's pawn shop in Omaha, Nebraska. In 1983, investor Warren Buffett purchased a majority interest in NFM and made it part of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies. Today, NFM is one of the nation's largest home furnishings retailers, selling furniture, flooring, appliances and electronics. NFM currently has locations in Omaha, Nebraska, Des Moines, Iowa, Kansas City, Kansas and Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas with a planned fifth location in Cedar Park, Texas a suburb of Austin. About HP HP Inc. is a global technology leader and creator of solutions that enable people to bring their ideas to life and connect to the things that matter most. Operating in more than 170 countries, HP delivers a wide range of innovative and sustainable devices, services and subscriptions for personal computing, printing, 3D printing, hybrid work, gaming, and more. SOURCE Felix Payment Systems Ltd.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Felix Launches Industry's First SoftPOS Solution on Windows with NFM and HP
VANCOUVER, BC, June 18, 2025 /CNW/ - Felix Payment Systems Ltd. (Felix), a leading provider of cloud-based payment technologies, proudly announces the industry's first deployment of a Windows SoftPOS solution with NFM (Nebraska Furniture Mart) in collaboration with HP, Inc. This deployment highlights a growing trend toward SoftPOS solutions, as retailers increasingly seek to create new customer experiences and freedom from legacy systems. Felix has developed the world's first 100% cloud-based payment acceptance platform and is an industry leader in SoftPOS solutions. Unique to its architecture, Felix has deployed across several device operating systems including Android, Windows and Linux. Additionally, Felix is pre-certified with the major acquirers in North America, creating a flexible and scalable solution for their enterprise customers. Through the integration of Felix's proprietary Software Development Kit (SDK), NFM enabled contactless payment acceptance on HP's Engage Go 10 mobile devices – leveraging the existing embedded NFC without the need for traditional payment terminals or additional hardware. NFM, one of the largest home furnishing stores in North America, now empowers its sales associates to complete secure, tap-to-pay transactions anywhere on the showroom floor using their Windows HP tablets. "Our North Star was to develop a point-of-sale solution for sales staff that is modern, as well as one they can be excited about, confident in, and proud to use. The Engage Go 10 is slim, lightweight, fast and has improved battery life. Most importantly, it incorporates NFC capabilities that allows for tap-to-pay integration. With this solution, the tablet can be used in a stand-alone POS device, without the addition of a separate EMV card reader. Credits cards with tap-to-pay functionality are now easily and quickly accepted by simply touching the back of the tablet. This creates an improved experience for our sales staff, with functionality and capabilities that customers are accustomed to." - Robyn Messerly, CIO of NFM SoftPOS solution offers retailers a unique payment experience and various operational efficiencies. Increased Sales Floor Mobility: Sales associates are no longer tethered to fixed checkout counters. They can assist customers, answer questions, and close sales from anywhere in the store—improving customer satisfaction and conversion rates. Reduced Hardware Costs: By eliminating the need for dedicated payment terminals and integrating payment capabilities into existing smart devices. Shorter Wait Times: With checkout available at the point of decision, customers spend less time in line, which has led to improved store flow and higher throughput during peak hours. Full integration into the POS: Seamless experience for users with access embedded into the system they're already familiar with. Seamless connection to acquiring bank: Keep the retailer's existing banking relationship. Felix creates and maintains the bridge between the device and the merchant acquirer – just like a traditional terminal. Large retailers are increasingly recognizing the potential of SoftPOS solutions as a flexible, cost-effective alternative to traditional payment terminals. By integrating SoftPOS into their broader software strategy, they're unifying payment capabilities with other digital tools, creating a more streamlined and scalable in-store experience. This shift not only accelerates innovation but also reduces dependency on legacy hardware manufacturers, giving retailers greater control over their payment infrastructure. "This is a groundbreaking moment for our company and the payments industry. For the first time, we are bringing our innovative SoftPOS technology to Windows devices, unlocking a new frontier of flexibility and functionality for businesses worldwide. This deployment reflects our unwavering commitment to driving progress and empowering businesses through cutting edge solutions. We are deeply honored to collaborate with HP and NFM on this historic deployment. Their vision and trust in our technology has been instrumental in bringing this transformative solution to life. Together, we are setting a new standard for seamless, secure and efficient payment experiences." – Andrew Cole, CEO of Felix Payment Systems Ltd. HP is committed to enhancing the in-store shopping experience for retailers and their customers by enabling SoftPOS payment solutions across a variety of NFC-enabled devices, including the HP Engage One Pro G2 and HP Engage Go. By reducing or eliminating the need for traditional payment terminals, the HP Engage portfolio streamlines transactions, delivering faster, more flexible payment experiences—whether at a fixed checkout counter, integrated self-service kiosks, or mobile payment stations anywhere in the store. "In the dynamic world of retail, seamless transactions have evolved from a convenience to a necessity. At HP, we are dedicated to empowering businesses with innovative technology that ensures secure, frictionless payment experiences for their customers. Our collaboration with Felix to enable SoftPOS across our HP Engage devices exemplifies this mission, and we look forward to continuing our work together to drive even greater efficiency and ease around payment." - Andrew Medlin, Senior Director and Global Head of HP Retail and Industry Solutions About Felix Payment Systems Ltd. Felix Payment Systems Ltd. is a pioneer in next-generation payment solutions with a focus on SoftPOS and cloud-based platforms. Designed for speed, security, and seamless integration, Felix helps merchants redefine how they accept payments. Felix offers unparalleled compatibility by supporting Android, Windows and Linux operating systems. Through their pre-certified Level 3 connections to North American acquirers including Elavon, Chase, FISERV, TSYS, Heartland and NAB, they offer ultimate flexibility for merchants. About NFM Nebraska Furniture Mart, as originally named, was founded by Rose Blumkin in 1937 in the basement of her husband's pawn shop in Omaha, Nebraska. In 1983, investor Warren Buffett purchased a majority interest in NFM and made it part of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies. Today, NFM is one of the nation's largest home furnishings retailers, selling furniture, flooring, appliances and electronics. NFM currently has locations in Omaha, Nebraska, Des Moines, Iowa, Kansas City, Kansas and Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas with a planned fifth location in Cedar Park, Texas a suburb of Austin. About HP HP Inc. is a global technology leader and creator of solutions that enable people to bring their ideas to life and connect to the things that matter most. Operating in more than 170 countries, HP delivers a wide range of innovative and sustainable devices, services and subscriptions for personal computing, printing, 3D printing, hybrid work, gaming, and more. For more information, visit or contact sales@ View original content: SOURCE Felix Payment Systems Ltd. View original content: Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Powys County Times
13-06-2025
- General
- Powys County Times
The Shropshire waterways being boosted by natural flood work
The second phase of a natural flood management (NFM) scheme that is being delivered in Shropshire is on target. Called 'slow the flow', the project runs until next March and is aimed at delvering NFM schemes across seven catchments in the Corvedale: Aston-on-Clun (the unnamed tributary of the River Clun), Battlefield Brook, Clunton (the unnanmed tributary of the River Clun), Gobowen (tributaries of the River Perry), Hilton Brook, Shyte and Sytche Brooks, Much Wenlock, and the River Corve and tributaries. During the scheme, Shropshire Wildlife Trust (SWT) has been liaising with local flood action groups and the National Flood Forum to target where its work is most needed. It comes after Shropshire Council with Telford & Wrekin Council secured over £750,000 from DEFRA's Natural Flood Management Demonstrators fund. In order to meet the requirements, Shropshire Council worked with Cardiff University to monitor the effectiveness of NFM features to establish a method of quantifying the benefit of wood debris dams in a computer model. The impact of Covid meant that a large number of interventions could not be delivered, so the council was unable to allocate the remaining capital. However, because SWT has previously worked in the catchment before, it is continuing the work it started in 2018. During the first phase, over 100 landowners were engaged with and more than 350 people attended events linked to the project. A total of 1,000 NFM interventions had been installed, including storage ponds, swales, woody debris dams, sward lifting, improving field infiltration, tree and hedgerow planting. People were able to see some of the key work as part of the Shropshire Hills Summer Forum and Field Visits event. Starting at Wildehope Manor, a Grade I listed building that is looked after by the National Trust in Longville in the Dale, near Church Stretton, walkers were able to see some of the leaky barriers along the Wilde Brook that reduces the amount of water in the stream during high flows. 'It's working with natural processes,' said Sarah Mackness, water resources project manager at SWT. 'The designs we have used have evolved across the length of the project. 'We are replicating a lot of the work in the Corvedale, but we've also got funding for other catchments across Shropshire 'For every £1 spent on natural flood management, after 10 years there's a £4 benefit in terms to reduced risk to communities downstream and infrastructure. After 30 years, that goes up to a £10 benefit.' Ms Mackness also showed visitors how simple methods like placing a sill across a track can also prove effective. 'It was coming down the track, round the corner, and straight down the track,' she said. 'Heavy rain was washing soil away. Something as simple as a sill across the track is enough to cause the water to flow into the ditch at the side and flows much slower before it eventually reaches the stream at the bottom. 'How can we slow the water down, slow the infiltration and store the water upstream?' However, Julian Radliffe, who owns the land, said it doesn't always work. 'In the roadway, they put French drains in which are effective but over the years we probably have to dig them out because they get silted out,' he said. 'Then the water comes, down this track not down the ditch. We've got to bring our small diger and clear away the vegetation. 'The attrition rate on the dams is higher here than we expected because the flow has been much heavier because of the change of the climate than we originally modelled.' Ms Mackness added: 'It only works when you're working with landowners. Because of how the project is funded, we don't have any funding for maintenance. 'With it being a demonstrator project, especially the initial phase, we've learnt a lot from it and what we thought would happen hasn't always been the case.' Two people who went on the trip said it was very beneficial. 'We've had heavy rainfall that's travelled across two of our fields,' said Emily Esp. 'There's been houses and garden landscaping that's changed over time. I would like to help them by slowing the flow from the fields. I can't control what goes on in their garden and what they do with their landscaping, but I can slow it before it gets there.' Martin Steer added: 'It's nice to have engagement from the farmer as well. It's great to see all these people come together – they're all sharing knowledge. 'It is good progress being made, with soil management coming at the top of the agenda.'
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Great Lakes Capital & NFM Break Ground on 300-Key Highly Curated Full-Service Marriott Hotel Development in Cedar Park, Texas
SOUTH BEND, Ind., May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Indiana-based Great Lakes Capital (GLC), in partnership with NFM (Nebraska Furniture Mart) and the City of Cedar Park, proudly celebrated the groundbreaking for a new full-service Marriott hotel and convention center in the heart of CedarView, a premier mixed-use new development in Cedar Park, Texas. This milestone event marks a transformative step in establishing Cedar Park as a vibrant regional hub for economic growth and tourism. This dynamic project will feature a state-of-the-art hotel with approximately 297 guest rooms, a 30,000-square-foot event and meeting space, a full-service restaurant, a breakfast café, and an expansive pool area. With its luxurious amenities and thoughtfully designed spaces, the hotel is set to become a key destination for business and leisure travelers alike. The event featured speakers Ryan Rans from GLC, Cedar Park Mayor Jim Penniman-Morin, NFM Chief Strategy & Development Officer Jeff Lind, and Srinath Kasturi, Executive Vice President with Cadence McShane Construction, the general contractor on the project. Each spoke about the excitement they have for the project and the shared sentiment of how the site will enhance the development of CedarView. "The development of this hotel and convention center in CedarView underscores our commitment to creating vibrant, connected communities that elevate the standard of hospitality," says Ryan Rans, Managing Partner at Great Lakes Capital. "We focus on high-growth, underappreciated markets. This is exactly where we want to be operating, where we have great community partners, strong fundamentals, and leadership with a long-term view." "This isn't just about new development. It's about delivering on a promise to our community. We're putting Cedar Park on the map as a premier destination for meetings, events, and hospitality," said Cedar Park Mayor Jim Penniman-Morin. The mayor's outlook was shared by many as the discussion around the groundbreaking was overwhelmingly positive regarding the project. "The City of Cedar Park is excited to see the realization of a long-standing strategic goal—a full-service hotel and convention center that will serve our community and attract visitors," Brenda Eivens, City Manager of Cedar Park, said in a news release. "Our partnership with NFM and Great Lakes Capital has been instrumental in bringing this impressive Marriott project to life, further establishing the CedarView development as a premier vibrant, regional destination for economic growth and tourism." Construction of the hotel and convention center is anticipated to conclude first quarter 2027. The new hotel and event space will serve as a catalyst for further growth and development in Cedar Park, providing an unmatched venue for events, conferences, and everyday leisure. About Great Lakes Capital:Great Lakes Capital is a real estate development and private equity firm uniquely positioned to add value to real estate investments through development and opportunistic investment across the real estate spectrum and throughout the capital structure. Headquartered in Indiana, with over $1 billion in assets under management and development, GLC concentrates on several core asset classes, including mixed-use, multifamily, hospitality, industrial, medical office and other similar product types. As a market leader in new development, GLC actively addresses the needs of tenant partners in addition to speculative development meeting needs the market has not yet reacted to. For more information, please visit: About NFMNebraska Furniture Mart, as originally named, was founded by Rose Blumkin in 1937 in the basement of her husband's pawn shop in Omaha, Nebraska. In 1983, investor Warren Buffett purchased a majority interest in NFM and made it part of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies. Today, NFM is one of the nation's largest home furnishings retailers, selling furniture, flooring, appliances and electronics. NFM currently has locations in Omaha, Nebraska, Des Moines, Iowa, Kansas City, Kansas and Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas with a fifth location under construction in Cedar Park, Texas; a suburb of Austin. For retail leasing inquiries at CedarView, contact Jennifer Petrovich at jpetrovich@ For more information on NFM, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Great Lakes Capital Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Associated Press
12-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
The NFM Family of Lenders Recognized as a Top 50 Mortgage Company in America by Mortgage Executive Magazine.
05/12/2025, Linthicum MD // KISS PR Brand Story PressWire // The NFM Family of Lenders and its parent company, NFM Lending, is proud to announce its recognition as one of the Top 50 Mortgage Companies in America by Mortgage Executive Magazine, securing the #14 spot on this prestigious list. This accolade highlights the company's commitment to excellence and unwavering dedication to providing exceptional mortgage services to clients nationwide. In addition to this remarkable achievement, the spring edition of Mortgage Executive Magazine has also recognized 73 of NFM's loan originators as being in the Top 1% of all originators in the country. Among these outstanding professionals, seven have been ranked in the top 200. These top-performing originators include Oleg Tkach (#17), Daniel Sa (#57), Jane Floyd (#93), Kelsey Marquardt (#113), Dana Gounaris (#160), Darran Anthony (#171), and Ron Gosewisch (#175). Bob Tyson, President and COO of NFM Family of Lenders, expressed gratitude and appreciation for the team's hard work. 'This recognition is a testament to the relentless efforts and commitment of our Sales and Operations teams in an ever-changing landscape. I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished together. Our success is a direct reflection of their passion, professionalism and ability to quickly adapt.' The NFM Family of Lenders continues to set the standard in the mortgage industry, driven by a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering outstanidng service to their clients. The company looks forward to building on this success and continuing to provide innovative mortgage solutions to meet the diverse needs of its clients. About NFM Lending NFM Lending is a national mortgage lending company licensed in 49 states and Washington, D.C. David and Sandy Silverman founded the company in Baltimore, Maryland, in 1998. NFM Lending and its family of companies include Main Street Home Loans, BluPrint Home Loans, Elevate Home Loans, and Element Home Loans. They attribute their success in the mortgage industry to their steadfast commitment to customers and the community. For more information about NFM Lending, visit like our Facebook page, or follow us on Instagram. Company Contact NFM Lending Gene DiPaula VP, Communications [email protected] 443-451-3126
