Forward Systems, cashless and responsible payments thanks to the Okto App

Thanks to the agreement with Okto, customers of the gaming rooms in Spain, Italy and Latin America managed by Forward Systems will have a mobile first, cashless and responsible payment experience.

  “To remain competitive in an increasingly digital world, merchants should be able to meet the different needs and demands of consumers, as well as different demographics. The Okto solution, designed to meet all the niche demands of operators and land-based gaming users, revolutionizes the traditional payment experience while simplifying the process to allow operators to continue to maintain the highest standards of compliance ”. This was underlined by Nacho Frade, Okto Country Manager for Spain, commenting on the agreement signed with Forward Systems - Unidesa Interactive's leading management system for arcades and casinos, connected in over 40,000 machines in more than 3,000 locations in Spain, Italy and Latin America - which will allow customers in gambling halls to experience a true cashless payment experience, using the Okto App on their mobile devices to interact with the machines. Unidesa Interactive is part of Cirsa, the leading multinational operator in the games and leisure sector in Spain and Latin America. The Okto service offers a responsible payment experience but also open-loop payment options for consumers, giving them the freedom to use a single payment app that can be used anytime, anywhere, in gaming venues and beyond. “Our partnership with Forward Systems is timely as the land-based gaming industry enters the digital world now more than ever and it is critical that operators have a digital payment strategy in place to enhance the retail customer experience. We are delighted to partner with Unidesa Interactive, to provide more operators and customers in Spain with what is a perfect blend of an advanced digital wallet that is fully based on accessible mobile devices and proprietary technology, ”Nacho Frade continues.   Luís Cabré, commercial director of Unidesa Interactive adds: "Forward Systems is the pioneering system in providing new means of payment (Tito and cashless) to gambling and bingo halls in Spain, a reality in full growth. Now, with the integration of the Okto portfolio, we take another step forward to continue offering advanced payment solutions to operators, in line with current trends. We are delighted to partner with Okto. "