The ANKER , a leading provider of POS hardware and software as well as comprehensive services, is supporting United Souvenirs in the complete overhaul of its point-of-sale infrastructure. The goal is to provide a future-proof, scalable solution that meets the requirements of brick-and-mortar retail. As a full-service provider, ANKER is responsible for all phases of the project—from consulting and implementation to operations.

United Souvenirs is one of the largest suppliers of gift items and tourist souvenirs. The company operates over 100 of its own stores and also supplies numerous business partners on a wholesale basis. Customers in six European countries can find its extensive network of stores in prime locations in tourist destinations.

Modernization of the POS Infrastructure at United Souvenirs

The project began in May 2024. The goal was to implement a future-proof POS solution that would replace United Souvenirs’ existing system landscape and ensure a seamless connection between the new ERP system and the retail system. The solution was designed to be scalable so that it could be deployed both in existing stores and at future locations.

ANKERApplications & Services GmbH, working in close coordination with the client, handled the consulting and the development of a detailed requirements specification. Based on this, the functional and technical requirements were identified and incorporated into a comprehensive concept.

Systematic Integration: Modern POS Technology and Centralized Control

The solution is based on Combase’s KORONA software, which serves as the central control system for inventory management, ordering processes, and the use of MDE (mobile data entry) devices. This ensures that all goods flows are managed efficiently and that inventory levels can be updated in real time.

The POS hardware includes point-of-sale systems from Partnertech and the tried-and-true cash drawers from ANKER. The hardware was ANKER , installed, and commissioned entirely by the ANKER . The subsequent support ensures continuous system availability and assists store employees during day-to-day operations.

Successful Launch and Scalable Expansion

In August 2024, the first pilot project in Austria was successfully launched. This phase served to validate the overall concept under real-world conditions. As early as November 2024, four additional checkout lanes were implemented at the stores in Krems and Dürnstein.

A gradual expansion of the solution to 100 to 200 checkout stations at additional United Souvenirs locations is planned for the first and second quarters of 2025. The technical infrastructure is in place to implement the rollout quickly and efficiently.

A Future-Proof Partnership for Sustainable Growth

With the United Souvenirs project, the ANKER Group once again demonstrates its expertise as a full-service POS provider. The combination of consulting, software integration, hardware provision, and support services ensures a future-proof, scalable solution that meets the needs of both wholesale and retail businesses.

ANKER its customers not only as a supplier of POS components, but also as a reliable partner in point-of-sale digitalization.