Self-Service Networks Launches Bundled Gift Card Solution for the Shopping Center Industry GiftWise+ Overcomes Mall Challenges with Simplified Approach

MIDDLETOWN, RI (June 18, 2013) – Self-Service Networks, a leader in automated self-service technology, has introduced the first bundled gift card and automated selling application designed for shopping malls.

GiftWise+ delivers Self-Service Networks’ proprietary kiosk; mall-branded, open-loop gift card; credit card payments processing and all required back-end services including funds settlement, reconciliation and regulatory compliance in a single product. In the past, malls contracted with multiple vendors and invested significant staff time away from their core business to administer gift cards. Some shopping centers have eliminated customer service centers due to budget cuts which also eliminated or reduced labor needed to sell gift cards.

GiftWise+ is ideal for malls that want to simplify the management and complexity of their gift card programs with the added benefit of self-service technology. The platform can be launched in time to accommodate gift card sales for this year’s busy holiday season.

“GiftWise+ is a natural extension of our business as we have been serving shopping centers with self service solutions since 2007, “ said Thomas Smith, Self-Service Networks’ CEO. “Our shopping center clients have told us how difficult it is to manage a gift card program. GiftWise+ demonstrates our commitment to help our clients run their businesses more efficiently.”

Deployed in over 130 regional malls, lifestyle centers and community properties, Self-Service Networks’ kiosks enable 24/7 prepaid card sales in every kind of environment. Additionally, kiosks can be utilized to capture customer data, dispense coupons, handle promotion fulfillment, display advertising messages and other functions.

For more information about GiftWise+, call Self-Service Networks at 888.666.8346 or visit www.self-servicenetworks.com (or emailsales@self-servicenetworks.com.)

About Self-Service Networks

Self-Service Networks is the leading provider of turnkey self-service solutions for kiosk, mobile, and Web. Since 1996, we have helped a diverse range of clients improve overall performance and profitability by delivering engaging interactive experiences. Our clients include PepsiCo, General Growth Properties, Thule, Jones Lang LaSalle and Universal Studios. Earlier this year, Self-Service Networks was a 2013 Paybefore Awards winner in the Best Retail Merchandising Category, where the company was applauded for its innovation and delivery of complex prepaid technology.

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GiftWise Gift Card Kiosk Named Winner in Seventh Annual Paybefore Awards

MIDDLETOWN, RI (January 29, 2013) – Paybefore has chosen Self-Service Networks GiftWise Gift Card Kiosk as a 2013 Paybefore Awards winner in the Best Retail Merchandising category. Paybefore Awards, now in its seventh year, is the most prestigious recognition of excellence in the worldwide prepaid and emerging payments industry. The awards are presented annually by Paybefore, whose publications are the leading source of industry information for alternative payments executives.

"We are thrilled to have the Paybefore Awards recognize how GiftWise is helping our shopping center clients grow gift card sales and execute unique shopper marketing programs." stated Self-Service Networks CEO, Thomas Smith.

GiftWise Gift Card Kiosk was selected by a panel of five industry experts who served as judges for this year’s competition, which—once again—included a record number of entries from around the world.

“Paybefore Awards were created to honor the companies and individuals that are at the forefront of innovation as well as successful market implementation across the globe,” said Loraine DeBonis, Paybefore editor-in-chief and chair of the judging panel.

“It’s a dynamic time in electronic payments as companies like Self-Service Networks continue to innovate to solve payments problems,” she continued. “We are proud to recognize its contributions to advancing the prepaid and emerging payments industry.”

“As the world changes, so do the payment and money management needs of individuals, businesses and government agencies,” added Marilyn Bochicchio, Paybefore’s CEO. “Paybefore Awards recognizes the organizations that use financial services to make people’s lives better, which is why it is so exciting for us to honor those who champion innovation and excellence.”

Deployed in over 120 malls, lifestyle centers, outlet centers and local communities, the GiftWise kiosks enable 24/7 prepaid card sales in every type of environment. Additionally, GiftWise can be utilized to capture customer information, dispense coupons, display advertising and other functions that help shopping centers drive shoppers to their properties. To learn more about GiftWise visit www.self-servicenetworks.com/giftwise.

GiftWise Gift Card Kiosk now will vie for Best-in-Category distinction, which will be announced during the Paybefore Awards ceremony on March 4 at the Prepaid Expo (www.prepaidexpousa.com). And for the first time in Paybefore Awards history, visitors to Paybefore.com will have a chance to vote on Best in Category. The outcome of this vote (counted as one-sixth of the total) will be combined with the five judges’ picks to determine Best-in-Category honorees.

About Self-Service Networks

Self-Service Networks is the leading provider of turnkey self-service solutions for kiosk, mobile, the Web and digital signage. Since 1996, we have helped a diverse range of clients improve overall performance and profitability by delivering engaging interaction experiences. We have helped clients like PepsiCo Inc., Thule, Inc., and Universal Studios by creating solutions customized to their sales and communications goals – all while lowering operating costs. Let us show you how to empower your customers™. For more information, visit www.self-servicenetworks.com or call 888.666.8346.

About Paybefore

Paybefore is the leading information provider to prepaid and emerging payments industry professionals, offering the latest news, commentary and analysis. Paybefore’s family of industry publications includes: Paybefore.com; Paybefore News; Paybefore Mobile™; Paybefore News International™; Paybefore Update™; Paybefore Legal™; Paybefore Magazine™, a biannual print publication featuring in-depth articles on the opportunities, challenges and trends in the global prepaid and emerging payment industry; and the only industry directory, Paybefore Buyer’s Guide Connections™, available online and in print. Visit us at www.paybefore.com.

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Self-Service Networks and Swipe It Technology Announce New Partnership

Middletown, RI (August 22, 2012) – Self-Service Networks is pleased to announce a newly established partnership with Swipe It Technology, a leading provider of processing solutions for gift and loyalty cards. The partnership will provide Swipe It card issuing clients with the ability to sell their cards via the GiftWise kiosks.

Brad Walter, Vice President for Swipe It stated, “Businesses that utilize Swipe It’s services can now offer their branded cards in brick-and-motar businesses with the installation of a GiftWise kiosk. The advantages of this for card issuers are extended hours of availably and increased program visibility.”

Rick Wessels, Executive Vice President for Self-Service Networks, commented, “This partnership will empower the approximately 5000 locations utilizing Swipe It’s processing services to issue their cards in a convenient and low cost channel with the installation of a GiftWise Kiosk.”

Available in outdoor, thru-wall and indoor configurations, the GiftWise kiosks enable 24/7 prepaid card sales in every type of environment. Additionally, GiftWise can be utilized to capture customer information, dispense coupons, display advertising and other functions that help shopping centers drive shoppers to their properties. To learn more about GiftWise visit www.self-servicenetworks.com/giftwise.

About Self-Service Networks
Self-Service Networks is the leading provider of turnkey self-service solutions for kiosk, mobile, the Web and digital signage. Since 1996, we have helped a diverse range of clients improve overall performance and profitability by delivering engaging interaction experiences. We have helped clients like PepsiCo Inc., Thule, Inc., and Universal Studios by creating solutions customized to their sales and communications goals – all while lowering operating costs. Let us show you how to empower your customers™. For more information, visit www.self-servicenetworks.com or call 888.666.8346.

About Swipe It Technology
Swipe It is the premier supplier of gift and loyalty card processing services for businesses of all sizes. Founded in 1998, Swipe It is the experienced partner your company needs to implement and maximize the benefits of a computerized gift card system. In addition to processing services, Swipe It also provides the consulting and supplies necessary to help any size business start profiting from the benefits of loyalty and gift card programs. For more information, visit www.swipeit.com or call 888-794-7348.

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GiftWise Gift Card Vending Machines going in 100 GGP Malls

MIDDLETOWN, RI (November 15, 2011) – Self-Service Networks is pleased to announce that General Growth Properties (NYSE: GGP) will deploy GiftWise, the gift card vending solution, at their properties prior to the 2011 holiday shopping season. GiftWise gives shopping centers a low cost way to present their gift card programs to shoppers.

Kim Fuhrman, Vice President, Marketing & Gifting for General Growth Properties, said, "Our goal is to provide our shoppers with an added amenity, convenience, and above all, a great product. We want our shoppers to walk away knowing they just experienced the best shopping experience possible. A gift card vending kiosk is a great service, especially this time of year when we're all trying to fit in holiday and birthday parties during our busy schedules. A gift card is a quick, easy, and thoughtful gift idea."

Rick Wessels, EVP for Self-Service Networks, said, "GGP's decision to adopt the GiftWise solution coincides with the release of several significant product enhancements. We have added a broad range of security, marketing and advertising features to GiftWise. It truly is a comprehensive solution for any organization that desires a low-cost prepaid card selling solution."

Available in outdoor, thru-wall and indoor configurations, the GiftWise kiosks enable 24/7 prepaid card sales in every type of environment. Additionally, GiftWise can be utilized to capture customer information, dispense coupons, display advertising and other functions that help shopping centers drive shoppers to their properties. To learn more about GiftWise visit www.self-servicenetworks.com/giftwise.

About Self-Service Networks

Self-Service Networks is the leading provider of turnkey self-service solutions for kiosk, mobile, the Web and digital signage. Since 1996, we have helped a diverse range of clients improve overall performance and profitability by delivering engaging interaction experiences. We have helped clients like PepsiCo Inc., Thule, Inc., and Universal Studios by creating solutions customized to their sales and communications goals – all while lowering operating costs. Let us show you how to empower your customers™. For more information, visit www.self-servicenetworks.com or call 888.666.8346.

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Legends Outlets at Sparks Marina to Deploy GiftWise™ Gift Card Selling Solution

MIDDLETOWN, RI (September 20, 2010) – Self-Service Networks is pleased to announce that RED Developments’ property, The Legends at Sparks Marina, will deploy a GiftWise self-service kiosk. The GiftWise gift card selling solution gives shopping centers a low cost and convenient way to present their gift card programs to shoppers 24 hours per day.

Dennis McGovern, General Manager of The Legends Outlets at Sparks Marina says, “GiftWise elevates the visibility and availability of our gift card program. I am confident that GiftWise will have a very positive impact on card sales.”

Rick Wessels, EVP for Self-Service Networks, “GiftWise is a convenient alternative to selling gift cards solely from the malls management office and provides additional exposure to the program.”

Available in outdoor, thru-wall and indoor configurations, the GiftWise kiosks enable 24/7 gift card sales in every type of shopping center environment. Additionally, GiftWise can be utilized to capture customer information and dispense coupons. To learn more about GiftWise visit http://www.self-servicenetworks.com/giftwise.

About Legends Outlets at Sparks Marina

Located minutes from downtown Reno at the intersection of Interstate 80 and Sparks Blvd., Legends Outlets at Sparks Marina is a premiere shopping, entertainment and dining destination where nearly 50 designer and name-brand outlet stores and restaurants including adidas Outlet, Banana Republic Factory Store, BCBGMAXAZRIA, Forever 21, Gap Factory Store, GUESS Factory Store, Kenneth Cole Outlet, Michael Kors Outlet, Nike Factory Store, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH and Tommy Hilfiger Company Store. This destination shopping center offers shoppers 100% style at up to 65% off. Legends Outlets also has the regions largest sports store, Scheels All Sports with equipment and expertise for every sport, two 16K gallon aquariums, and a 65’ Ferris wheel. Enjoy Legendary entertainment and dining at Jazz Kitchen, Cadillac Ranch, Grimaldi’s Coal Fired Pizzeria, Fuddruckers and BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse. Plus, the region’s only IMAX theater is schedule to open in 2011. For more information about Legends Outlets Sparks including a complete store directory and driving directions, please visit www.experiencelegends.com.

About Self-Service Networks

Self-Service Networks is the leading provider of turnkey self-service solutions for kiosk, mobile, the Web and digital signage. Since 1996, we have helped a diverse range of clients improve overall performance and profitability by delivering engaging interaction experiences. We have helped clients like PepsiCo Inc., i wireless, and Universal Studios by creating solutions customized to their sales and communications goals – all while lowering operating costs. Let us show you how to empower your customers™”  
For more information, visit www.self-servicenetworks.com or call 888.666.8346.

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Legacy Village Installs Thru-Wall GiftWise™ Kiosk

MIDDLETOWN, RI (September 20, 2010) – Self-Service Networks is pleased to announce that Legacy Village of Lyndhurst, Ohio, will deploy the attractive and convenient GiftWise self-service kiosk. The GiftWise gift card vending solution gives shopping centers a low cost and convenient way to present their gift card programs to shoppers 24 hours per day.

Marcie Gilmore, General Manager of Legacy Village says, “GiftWise allows us to offer extended hours and year-round gift card buying convenience for our shoppers that we know will lead to sales growth.”

Rick Wessels, EVP for Self-Service Networks, “Marcie’s team at Legacy Village has selected an excellent high-traffic location for their GiftWise kiosk. Not only does it provide extreme convenience, but they were able to replace an existing, through-wall ATM installation.”

Available in outdoor, thru-wall and indoor configurations, the GiftWise kiosks enable 24/7 gift card sales in every type of shopping center environment. Additionally, GiftWise can be utilized to capture customer information and dispense coupons. To learn more about GiftWise visit http://www.self-servicenetworks.com/giftwise.

About Legacy Village

Legacy Village is Northeastern Ohio’s premier lifestyle center located in the Cleveland suburb of Lyndhurst. Legacy Village features more than 58 restaurants and retailers, many of which are unique to the area. For more information, call the Legacy Village Management Office at 216-382-3871 or visit us online at www.legacy-village.com..

About Self-Service Networks

Self-Service Networks is the leading provider of turnkey self-service solutions for kiosk, mobile, the Web and digital signage. Since 1996, we have helped a diverse range of clients improve overall performance and profitability by delivering engaging interaction experiences. We have helped clients like PepsiCo Inc., Thule, Inc., and Universal Studios by creating solutions customized to their sales and communications goals – all while lowering operating costs. Let us show you how to empower your customers™”  
For more information, visit www.self-servicenetworks.com or call 888.666.8346.

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Westfield Group to Deploy GiftWise™ Kiosks

WESTFIELD GROUP TO DEPLOY GIFTWISE™ KIOSKS
GiftWise to help Westfield provide shopper convenience while improving gift card sales

MIDDLETOWN, RI (August 26, 2010) – Self-Service Networks is pleased to announce that Westfield Group, the world's largest listed retail property group by equity market capitalization, will launch a GiftWise pilot across multiple properties prior to the 2010 holiday season. The GiftWise gift card vending solution gives shopping centers a low cost way to present their gift card programs to shoppers.

Jeff Adams, Director National Customer Service for Westfield says, “GiftWise allows us to move gift card sales out of mall management offices, making it convenient and fast for our shoppers to make a purchase.  We anticipate that placing kiosks where the vast majority of customer traffic occurs will grow sales.”

Rick Wessels, EVP for Self-Service Networks, says, “Westfield is known for listening to their shoppers and creating an exemplary customer experience.  It is an honor to have Westfield include GiftWise in their plans.”

Available in outdoor, thru-wall and indoor configurations, the GiftWise kiosks can also be used to dispense coupons, collect consumer opt-in information and deliver digital advertising.

About Self-Service Networks

Self-Service Networks is the leading provider of turnkey self-service solutions for kiosk, mobile, the Web and digital signage. Since 1996, we have helped a diverse range of clients improve overall performance and profitability by delivering engaging interaction experiences. We have helped clients like PepsiCo Inc., Thule Inc., and Universal Studios by creating solutions customized to their sales and communications goals – all while lowering operating costs. Let us show you how to empower your customers™”  
For more information, visit www.self-servicenetworks.com or call 888.666.8346.

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UltraPoS Now Integrated With GiftWise™ Kiosks

UltraPoS Now Integrated With GiftWise™ Kiosks 
Unique combined solution enables UltraPoS clients to sell pre-paid cards via self-service kiosks

MIDDLETOWN, RI (October 25, 2009) – Self-Service Networks, the global provider of turnkey self-service kiosk, Web and mobile solutions, and Stanton Consultancy Ltd (SCL) the global foreign exchange and pre-paid automation specialists, announce the integration of their GiftWise and UltraPos products.

The combined solution enables UltraPoS clients to cost effectively sell pre-paid cards via self service kiosks. UltraPoS customers will be attracted by the inclusive nature of the GiftWise program, which includes installation, service & support. Additionally, because of the integration of the products there is no need to reconcile kiosk sales with existing sales efforts

“We are pleased to add the GiftWise kiosk to our UltraPoS product offering. GiftWise provides our customers with a unique and effective way to sell cards,” says Ray Stanton, SCL, Managing Director.

Tom Smith, President of Self-Service Networks, states, “Partnering with SCL and integrating with UltraPoS is a significant step for Self-Service Networks. SCL has strong relationships with many of the world’s leading pre-paid card organizations and a particular strength within the shopping center industry where our GiftWise kiosks have been a big success.”

To learn more about GiftWise visit http://www.self-servicenetworks.com//solutions/giftcards.html

To learn more about UltraPoS and SCL visit http://www.scluk.com

About SCL

SCL is the world’s leading foreign exchange and prepaid point of sale systems provider, working with many multi-national clients including TUI Travel, HSBC, Commerzbank, American Express and Westfield Shopping Centres.

Established in the early 1990s, SCL has a unique track-record in the development of automation solutions for travel money and prepaid cards in the UK, North America and across Europe.

SCL’s staff include not only highly skilled technicians, but also experts in the travel money and prepaid businesses, enabling them to understand and fulfill customers’ requirements.

About UltraPoS

SCL’s UltraPoS is a flexible and proven prepaid and travel money automation system, designed to deliver significant cost savings and efficiency gains.

Since its launch almost a decade ago, the system’s flexibility has helped travel agents, foreign exchange bureau and many companies save time, increase profits and end the potential for human error associated with the manual processing of transactions.

The system’s inbuilt versatility and scope means it can be used in the processing of a wide variety of products ranging from foreign banknotes to prepaid cards and precious metals.

About Self-Service Networks

Self-Service Networks is the leading provider of turnkey self-service solutions for kiosk, mobile, the Web and digital signage.  Since 1996, we have helped a diverse range of clients improve overall performance and profitability by delivering engaging interaction experiences. We have helped clients like Thule Inc., PepsiCo Inc., and Universal Studios by creating solutions customized to their sales and communications goals – all while lowering operating costs.  Let us show you how to empower your customers™.  For more information, visit www.self-servicenetworks.com or call 888.666.8346.

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Self-Service Networks GiftWise™ Application receives PA-DSS Certification from PCI Security Council

Self-Service Networks GiftWise™ Application receives PA-DSS Certification from PCI Security Council 
GiftWise is the first self-service, gift card-selling solution to be PA-DSS certified.

MIDDLETOWN, RI (September 21, 2009) – Self-Service Networks GiftWise application is the first gift card vending solution to be PA-DSS certified by the PCI Security Council. PA-DSS is a comprehensive standard intended to help software vendors proactively protect customer account data, through the development of secure payment applications. Certification demonstrates that the GiftWise application meets desired security management, network architecture, software design and other critical protective measures.

“Achieving PA-DSS certification for GiftWise demonstrates our commitment to providing a solution that is both a secure and convenient way to purchase gift cards,” says Tom Smith, President of Self-Service Networks. “Protecting our client’s relationship with their customers is of the utmost importance.”

GiftWise empowers consumers with a fast and convenient, self-service method to purchase gift cards, check card balance and more. Click here for additional information about GiftWise.

About Self-Service Networks

Self-Service Networks is the leading provider of turnkey self-service solutions for kiosk, mobile, the Web and digital signage. Since 1996, we have helped a diverse range of clients improve overall performance and profitability by delivering engaging interaction experiences. We have helped clients like Thule Inc., PepsiCo Inc., and Universal Studios by creating solutions customized to their sales and communications goals – all while lowering operating costs. Let us show you how to empower your customers™. For more information, visit www.self-servicenetworks.com or call 888.666.8346.

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Tanger Outlets to Deploy GiftWise™ Kiosks

Tanger Outlets to Deploy GiftWise™ Kiosks 
GiftWise kiosks provide Tanger Outlet shoppers with the convenience of self-service gift card sales.

MIDDLETOWN, RI (August 31, 2009) – Tanger Factory Outlet Centers has signed an agreement to deploy Self-Service Networks GiftWise kiosks across five of their popular shopping centers. For Tanger the GiftWise kiosks represent additional gift card selling locations conveniently positioned in areas of the property not served by a staffed customer service desk.

Laura Atwell, Vice President of Marketing for Tanger Outlets said, “We are excited to add the GiftWise solution to our gift card sales strategy. GiftWise gives us an effective way to expand the visibility of our gift card program, while offering improved convenience for our shoppers.”

“Self-Service Networks is pleased that Tanger Outlets has chosen to deploy the GiftWise kiosk solution,” said Rick Wessels, Executive Vice President for Self-Service Networks. “These all-weather units offer outdoor properties a unique opportunity to improve card sales by adding new selling locations or moving sales out of the management office.”

The turnkey GiftWise solution includes installation, technology support, on-site maintenance, a customized graphical user interface and integration with a gift card solution program manager. This integration ensures that deploying the GiftWise kiosks does not require additional reconciliation or accounting procedures.

About Tanger Outlets

Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc. (NYSE:SKT), a publicly traded REIT, presently has ownership interests in or management responsibilities for 33 shopping centers in 22 states coast-to-coast, totaling approximately 10.2 million square feet, leased to over 2,200 stores that are operated by over 400 different store brands. For more information call 800-4-TANGER or visitwww.tangeroutlet.com.
 

About Self-Service Networks

Self-Service Networks is the leading provider of turnkey self-service solutions for kiosk, mobile, the Web and digital signage.  Since 1996, we have helped a diverse range of clients improve overall performance and profitability by delivering engaging interaction experiences. We have helped clients like Thule Inc., PepsiCo Inc., and Universal Studios by creating solutions customized to their sales and communications goals – all while lowering operating costs.  Let us show you how to empower your customers™.  For more information, visit www.self-servicenetworks.com or call 888.666.8346.

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