LONDON, May 6, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- International
Game Technology PLC (NYSE: IGT) ("IGT") has been ranked as a
Champion, the highest possible rating, in Info-Tech Research
Group's iGaming Platforms Vendor Landscape for the Gaming and
Hospitality Research Center.
The Info-Tech Research Group's Vendor Landscape reports
recognize outstanding vendors in the technology marketplace. They
assess vendors by the strength of their offering and their strategy
for the enterprise, paying tribute to the contribution of
exceptional vendors in a particular category.
For this iGaming Platforms Vendor Landscape, Info-Tech focused
on those vendors that offer broad capabilities across multiple
platforms and that have a strong market presence and/or
reputational presence among mid- to large-sized enterprises. IGT
was one of 11 vendors chosen for the assessment, and received
exemplary scores for product features, vendor viability and vendor
strategy, and good scores for product usability, product
architecture, vendor reach and vendor integration. IGT's Champion
status represents the highest ranking, followed by Market Pillar,
Innovator and Emerging Player.
"The industry is at a high point of tension as the world, and
especially the United States,
waits to see how regulations will evolve," said
Larry Fretz, Gaming and
Hospitality Practice Lead, Info-Tech Research Group.
"Given this uncertainty, and the unfamiliar
nature of online casinos to most U.S. operators,
Info-Tech has chosen experienced vendors who have already proven
themselves in regulated, legal markets in the U.S.,
Canada, and Europe."
According to the report, IGT has one of the most advanced
customization capabilities, said Fretz. "Operators with a
global client base, especially in Europe, should look at IGT. U.S.
land-based operators currently using GTECH, IGT, or
SPIELO technologies for land-based machines or Casino
Management Systems (CMS) should also consider IGT's offering if
they wish to expand their online presence. This solution is also
suitable for casinos looking for a high degree of
customization."
"IGT's selection as a Champion in Info-Tech Research Group's
iGaming Platforms Vendor Landscape report affirms our B2B
leadership in the interactive space," said Matteo
Monteverdi, Senior Vice President, Global Product Marketing,
Interactive. "The recent merger of GTECH and IGT strengthens
our global presence and positions the organization as the vendor of
choice for operators looking to enter the world of iGaming. We are
proud to be recognized for our complete product line, which covers
the entire iGaming spectrum – from social and play-for-fun to
real-money gaming, sports, and lotteries."
About IGT
IGT (NYSE:IGT) is the global leader in
gaming. We enable players to experience their favorite games across
all channels and regulated segments, from Gaming Machines and
Lotteries to Interactive and Social Gaming. Leveraging a wealth of
prime content, substantial investment in innovation, in-depth
customer intelligence, operational expertise and leading-edge
technology, our gaming solutions anticipate the demands of
consumers wherever they decide to play. We have a well-established
local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in
more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by
adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and
responsibility. IGT has approximately $6
billion in revenues and more than 13,000 employees. For more
information, please visit www.merger.igt.com.
About Info-Tech Research Group
With a paid membership
of over 30,000 members worldwide, Info-Tech Research Group
(www.infotech.com) is the global leader in providing tactical,
practical Information Technology research and analysis. Info-Tech
Research Group has an eighteen-year history of delivering quality
research and is North America's
fastest growing full-service IT analyst firm.
About GHRC
Info-Tech's Gaming & Hospitality Research Center (GHRC) focuses
on providing practical and tactical advice for CIOs, VPs and
Director level IT professionals within the casino & resort
market. Evaluating vendors and products specific to the Gaming
& Hospitality industry is a revolutionary way to help evaluate
current and future technology. Increased value and accelerated
business results can be realized when combined with GHRC consulting
services that use a structured, industry best practices approach
across four major IT focus areas: IT/Business Alignment,
Applications, Infrastructure and Risk Management.
For more information, contact:
Adam Olrog, IGT Marketing, +44 203 131 0458
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