Bristol-based technology company, Kurve which specialises in providing electronic self-service PoS (Point of Sale) solutions to the hospitality sector, proudly announces the acquisition of pointOne, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of both companies. This merger brings in a new era of collaboration, innovation, and increased capabilities for the hospitality industry.
Combining the resources and expertise of both businesses, both Kurve & pointOne can offer their existing and future customers best-in-class EPoS and Self-Service solutions. The strategic acquisition reaffirms their collective mission to continue supporting businesses, drive innovation, and shape the future of the hospitality industry. Steven Rolfe, co-founder and CEO at pointOne will take over the reigns from Steve Boyes as CEO at Kurve, whilst Steve Boyes will move into a Chairman role.
‘Driving greater value’
Rolfe stated “The acquisition of pointOne and the merging of
the two companies brings together the complementary strengths of both and
offers an extended suite of services and solutions.” From Kurve’s android based
self-service focus to pointOne’s experience, product depth and theatre specific
functionality, the combined capabilities and products will enable our joint customers
to access a wider range of expertise and drive greater value for their
businesses.
Bringing the two companies together enables us both to pool
our resources to support our combined growth and I am excited by the
opportunities this will bring over the coming years for our joint customers and
our teams.”
‘Expanding and enhancing’
Boyes commented that “Kurve have been looking to increase
our reach through acquisition for some time, and the opportunity offered with
the deal with pointOne was an amazing fit. I am pleased that our investor group
saw this opportunity too and I’m super excited for the whole team, and for our
customers by the prospects that the stronger business will offer.”
The merger represents not only a strategic acquisition but
also a reaffirmation of their collective mission to support businesses, drive
innovation, and shape the future of the hospitality industry.
About Kurve
Established in 2021, the Kurve SAAS platform is designed to
assist hospitality operators become more profitable by achieving higher
transaction values, increased throughput, and enhanced customer loyalty.
Kurve leverages the latest tech and offers an enterprise
level end-to-end PoS, Kiosk and Order & Pay driven from one base platform. The software uses best in class hardware and includes
the software tools to enable operators to maximise the benefits of self-serve.
Easy integration with other systems includes Como, Tenzo, Toggle, Deliverect,
Fourth and MarketMan.
About pointOne
Founded in 2001 by Steven Rolfe and Nick Williams, pointOne had one aim, to develop and deliver innovative EPoS solutions and tools, all backed up by outstanding support and project delivery. Over the last 23 years the company has achieved this core objective and much more. They are now installed in over 2500 outlets and serve a variety of hospitality sectors including theatres, venues, restaurants, pubs, coffee shops plus much more.
