Kodak and Provision Interactive Team Up For 3D Roll-outs
Eastman Kodak Company (NASDAQ: EK) and Provision Interactive Technologies, Inc. (“Provision”), a subsidiary of Provision Holding (OTCBB: PVHO), announced today that KODAK Service and Support will provide installation services for Provision’s 3DEO Rewards Centers, beginning in Los Angeles. According to the new agreement, Kodak’s involvement will include site surveys, set-up, installation, and sign-off, providing total accountability to the retailers and helping to assure customer satisfaction.
“We were looking for a brand name national service provider to help meet the rapid growth of our 3D digital network being implemented nationwide. Kodak offers professional expertise, speed-to-market and high levels of support throughout the entire installation process,” said Curt Thornton, President and CEO of Provision. “This agreement means members of Provision’s 3D digital networks now have a single source provider to quickly and effortlessly implement 3D digital signage as appropriate for the environment of each retailer. We see this as a long-term relationship and look forward to expanding it.”
The companies also announced today that Kodak will be the premier sponsor at Provision’s exclusive VIP event for advertisers, manufacturers and press on June 16, 2010. This “Invitation Only” event will kick-off the first 3D digital media network in the country. At the kick-off, to be held in downtown Los Angeles at ESPN Zone at LA Live, Provision will reveal details of the company’s 3D network expansion plans. Provision will launch in 1,300 convenience stores and other retail locations beginning this year and continuing into 2011.
“KODAK Service and Support is uniquely qualified and experienced due to the fact that they have installed more than 100,000 kiosks worldwide and numerous signs at retail locations, including a number of well-known North American retailers,” said Kathy Clas, Worldwide Services Director, KODAK Service and Support, Business Solutions and Services Group, Eastman Kodak Company. “KODAK Service and Support provides retailers peace of mind through our comprehensive services, keeping digital signage up, running and fresh, to help them effectively reach their customers. We are excited to be part of the first launch of Provision’s 3D digital network beginning in Los Angeles.”
Provision offers its 3DEO Reward Center platform to retailers and advertisers in several market channels worldwide. The patented hardware and software systems are used to advertise all types of products and services within the store and around neighboring communities – breaking through the clutter of traditional in-store ads, and providing marketers with street-level tactical marketing data on consumers in top DMA’s.
KODAK Service and Support is made up of more than 3,000 professionals in 120 countries. It is a leading multi-vendor integrated services provider, delivering consulting, installation, maintenance and support services for commercial printing, graphic communications, document imaging, data storage and retail industries. KODAK Service and Support professionals are uniquely qualified to provide services that control costs, maximize productivity, and minimize business risk.
About Provision Interactive Technologies, Inc.
Provision Interactive Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of the publicly traded company Provision Holding, Inc. (OTCBB: PVHO), is the leading purveyor of intelligent interactive 3D holographic display technologies, software, and integrated solutions for both commercial and consumer focused applications.
Provision’s 3D holographic display systems represent a revolutionary technology that provides the projection of full color, high resolution videos into space detached from the screen, without any special glasses. Provision is currently the market leader in true 3D consumer advertising display products being implemented by innovative, consumer-focused Fortune 1000 companies.