Tickets to Weather the Storm
The team at Directional Data Systems have used their extensive knowledge of marine and outdoor ticketing to design and develop some of the most unique and sought after ticketing systems anywhere in the world. Our marine applications have become the industry standard for 'Roll On Roll Off' ferries throughout the UK and this trend is currently being replicated in Africa and Australia.
Our systems use an impressive range of electronic hardware and battery operated Storm® ticket machines to collect vital information. The machines use our own embedded software that has been programmed using our knowledge of specific marine and outdoor ticketing requirements. The portable machines overcome the lack of power supply and connectivity in remote areas, and the extreme physical environments that the machines have been successfully operating in over the past 16 years highlights their durability.
“We have a very long and friendly relationship with Totem. Their equipment has placed us at the forefront of marine ticketing technology. Their extensive knowledge of the ferry industry is reflected in the design and suitability of their machines and systems.”
Marjorie Beattie, Western Ferries
Totem® is also very proud of the relationships that we have built up with outdoor activities over the years. Our range of ticket solutions offers tried and tested, value for money systems, with an interesting array of features developed in response to industry feedback.
“Totem® have completely improved our operations, previously there used to be large crowds of visitors queuing to get in, but after installing the equipment, no-one waits for more than 5 minutes. Having used the equipment for 5 years, it has proven to be incredibly reliable over this time.”
Alison Povey, Harley Davidson
Totem® ticket systems provides:
- Remote data transmission
- Multiple currency fare tables
- Instant waybills
- A range of portable accessories
- Credit card payment option
Whether it’s an entire ferry network, or a single car park that needs ticketing, our products and services are flexible and dynamic enough to provide you with a solution to meet your requirements. We can manage your ticketing procedures so that you can turn your time and energy to focus on your other goals.
“Our audit and management procedures have benefited from the knowledge and experience of the staff at DDS. They have designed and developed a bespoke ticketing programme that works in accordance with our specific needs. Also the support from the staff at DDS is very professional, friendly and rapid.”
Chris Bell, Windermere Lake Cruises
Our qualified and co-operative teams are here to help you in every way, so why not give us a call to see what we can do for you.
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Totem® ST5
The ST5 is a small, low cost, battery operated, portable ticketing solution. The machine is fast and simple to use. It produces instant waybills that cash up at the end of every shift. It is fully weatherproof because it has been designed for outdoor use.
Totem® ST10
The ST10 portable ticket machine that does not require a PC to operate. It offers managers revenue control in remote areas and security where it is difficult to monitor staff activity. It is a durable piece of kit that has been weatherproofed to protect the electronics and software inside.
Totem® ST20
The Storm ST20 ticket machine is a complex portable ticket machine that can choose from thousands of pricing tables in a split second. It can accept credit card payments in remote areas and transfer data back to a central location. The machine has been designed for outdoor marine use in harsh climates, so the electronics and software inside are also well protected from the elements.
Special Projects
We have vast experience in designing and installing a whole range of special ticketing and access control projects. We are able to integrate hardware such as turnstile and barcode readers with bespoke database and reporting software. We have also provided advanced booking systems that works in conjunction with walk up ticket issue.
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