LONDON, Sept. 29, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- International
Game Technology PLC ("IGT") (NYSE: IGT) announced that Wynn Resorts
has signed an agreement to install a comprehensive suite of IGT
systems applications at Wynn Las Vegas, and at Wynn Palace in
Macau and Wynn Everett in Massachusetts upon completion of their
construction.
"We are pleased to provide our comprehensive system solutions
and applications to complement IGT's leading floor share of games
at Wynn Las Vegas. IGT systems are designed to optimize floor
efficiency and drive player engagement, and Wynn Resorts can
leverage our unique applications to provide guests with
unparalleled gaming experiences and personalized service," said
Renato Ascoli, IGT CEO North America
Gaming & Interactive (DoubleDown Casino).
"Our guests are our top priority at Wynn Resorts, and IGT
systems empower us to connect with players in new and meaningful
ways that drive fun and excitement. IGT systems applications
will help us deliver customized entertainment experiences and
access to resort amenities that truly make our guests feel
special," said Maurice Wooden,
President Wynn Las Vegas.
The IGT server-based systems installation includes an upgrade to
IGT Advantage™ 9.x system integrated with sbX™ application,
including Floor Manager and a host of bonusing and play-enhancing
applications.
Wynn Resorts guests can add to their gaming excitement with
intuitive Service Window applications such as the Message Blast™
software, which offers relevant communications to players, and
bonusing and incentive-based applications such as Carded Lucky
Time, ReturnPlay™, Virtual Drawing Manager, Random Riches™, and
Celebration Prizes™ software products. The sbX™ Taxable
Accrual application enables players to quickly process their
jackpots for tax purposes.
For more information about IGT systems, visit
igt.com/systems.
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 premium
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 13,000 employees. For more information, please
visit www.igt.com.
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in IGT's annual report on Form 20-F for the financial year ended
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Contact:
Phil
O'Shaughnessy, IGT Corporate Communications, +1 (702) 669 -
2975
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