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Star Sports Group is a leading UK independent operator that has rekindled a revival in retail across its expanding high-street empire. They have chosen Arkle, Biztech Software’s innovative EPOS system to power their progressive inter-shop functionality.
Biztech Software is the leading supplier of software for betting-stores in Ireland and Northern Ireland. It is expanding rapidly across the UK, with both established brands and independents. Arkle, the next-generation EPOS for betting, facilitates bet slip processing, acceptance, and settlement solutions for all betting shops. It’s designed to streamline and protect retail outlets, providing all the necessary information regarding bet acceptance, security reporting, and tax returns.
Arkle allows staff to see a centralised risk-management and field-book facility. This allows them to clearly define liabilities and alerts across entire estates. Operators can also take immediate action to prevent costly pay-outs. Arkle is flexible enough to handle any customer path, whether it’s a traditional slip or call over. Arkle’s product is built using modern.NET 4.7 Framework Technologies, and SQL Server to ensure that trading does not get disrupted when a shop server goes down.
Biztech Software’s Arkle is a keystay in the Irish independent bookmaking circuit. It has been used to great success across Flutter’s 600-shop-strong Paddy Power retail area to widespread acclaim. Star Sports now uses it to boost its high-street presence, with over 20 quality shops spread across prime locations across the UK.
This announcement comes on the heels Star Sports Group’s recent appointment of Russ Wiseman to its new Chairman. It consolidates its senior management structure at an important point for Britain’s betting industry, as the Gambling Act Review’s whitepaper and a host other market changes are due in the next few months. Star Sports is determined to continue its growth through a combined-up approach across all channels, including online, mobile and tablet. Star Sports is not discouraged by Arkle and continues to be driven by innovative and responsive tools like Arkle.
Biztech Software will be present at next week’s industry show at ICE London. The sector’s most important betting summit will take place at ExCeL London from 7-9 February. Biztech Software delegates are available to discuss its latest plans and new products at Stand . For more information and to arrange a demo at ExCeL London, contact CEO Ben Sharpe.
Ben Sharpe is the CEO of Biztech Software. “It’s a real testament to our diligent team’s tireless work that Star Sports has chosen Arkle’s EPOS system. We are delighted to collaborate with them in expanding our offerings across their retail portfolio.
Arkle’s key feature has been the ability for shop staff to still serve customers and scan bets when they are not working. The full mark sense allows for faster and more efficient processing of in-vogue multiples betting. This eliminates the need to navigate. The all-in-one screen gives you a better visual representation of the horses and races available. Live shows, prices and results are displayed immediately after data has been received. Importantly, prices remain consistent between screens and tills.
“Officially, we have a strong foundational partnership with Flutter, as well as a number of top independents over 10 years to show our track record. But, expanding into more British Isles stores is a big boost for Arkle’s footprint, as we look for other emerging markets for growth. We will likely announce another significant deal in the next months.
“All roads now lead to the ExCeL Centre, London. I’m happy to report that we have reestablished our prominent presence at stand , where we will be presenting our new plans and innovative product portfolio. It will be as much fun as ever and a great show in a moment when the sector must work together to tackle some urgent challenges. The quality, diversity, and quantity of the delegate on-site impressed me greatly. We can’t wait for new friends to join us and to form new partnerships.
Ben Keith (Founder of Star Sports) said: “Retail is on the rebound since the dark days after the pandemic. Star Sports is well-known for creating innovative and responsive products that help the industry deliver the best possible customer experience. As we improve and enhance the customer experience in the UK, Arkle is a welcome addition to our betting shop.
“Arkle is an excellent example of best-inbreed software. It is more resilient, robust, and agile than traditional EPOS systems that are no longer suitable for their purpose. The market’s fastest bet slip editor is now available. Staff can also remotely edit between shops in real time. Arkle provides Star Sports and our shop staff with clear, easy-to-navigate information about the leading-events. Arkle is a great way to increase activity and inter-store security.
