Remodels Multi-Use Copy Machines at All Seven-Eleven Stores With New Functions Including Electronic Payment and
Improved Compatibility With Mobile Phones
Full Roll-Out to Start October 2009
TOKYO, September 16, 2009 –Seven-Eleven Japan Co., Ltd. and Fuji Xerox Co., Ltd. will remodel in-store multi-use copy machines that provide various services such as copy, fax and digital photo prints. Full replacement with multi-use copy machines that offer new services will start October 2009, and is planned to be completed at all Seven-Eleven stores in JapanNote 1 by the end of March 2010 (12,467 stores as of August 2009).
To meet customer requests, the new machines provide more smooth and convenient services including: 1. an electronic payment (nanacoNote 2) function for fees to use the multi-use copy machines – the first in the convenience store industry–; 2. enhanced printing and scanning functions; 3. improved digital photo print quality; and 4. higher compatibility with mobile phones. In addition, their low power consumption aims to reduce environmental impact.
The multi-use copy machines were remodeled in 2004, and the new model will be the third generation.
The multi-use copy machines at Seven-Eleven stores are based on Fuji Xerox's color multifunction devices. Since installation in 2000, they have been evolving offering additional convenient functions to respond to changing customer needs. Numerous customers use these devices that offer services such as ticketing services, digital photo prints, and online print services using the Internet. Fuji Xerox is further pushing forward new efforts to promote business use by linking the machines with SaaS servicesNote 3.