Gertec Makes Payment Process Easier for the Visually Impaired

After evaluating connectivity modules from three major vendors, Gertec selected the Sierra Wireless® HL Series IoT modules. Built on the compact, industrial-grade, common flexible form factor (CF3®) to provide a future-proof footprint across any LPWA, 4G, 3G, 2G mobile network, the HL Series offers pre-approved regulatory and carrier certifications to get designs to market faster. Along with the Sierra Wireless modules, Gertec relies on the free unlimited firmware-over-the-air updates available via Sierra Wireless’ AirVantage® FOTA Edition to keep their mobile POS terminals in the field updated and remain connected and secure.

“Sierra Wireless offers a mature platform, and stability and reliability are important in financial applications,” said Manoel Eci Ferreira, Jr., research and development manager for hardware and software at Gertec. “The design review process with Sierra was seamless and helped set our expectations for the strong partnership that we have developed. Having both technical and sales support available locally in Brazil was also a major factor in selecting the Sierra modules.”

The MP21, follow-up to MP20, is a lightweight and compact mobile payment terminal that can be used in a wide variety of solutions. It operates autonomously without the use of external devices often required for smartphones and tablets. It has a robust platform and easy-to-use development kit that facilitates the fast creation of applications. It supports the standard card technologies available in the market and wide connectivity (3G + Wi-Fi + Bluetooth®) options, making the terminal both flexible and versatile. In addition, the MP21 offers accessibility features to ease the digital payment process for blind and visually impaired users.