LONG BEACH, Miss. - Global ATM manufacturer Triton Systems celebrates a quarter-century of business this year. An anniversary celebration with employee recognition awards was held Feb. 13.
Even though aspects of the company's business have changed since 1981, others have remained constant. Topping the list is the consistent development of common-sense technology solutions, a dedication to a corporate culture started by its founders, and the practice of good business.
"I credit Ernest Burdette with setting the corporate tone and standards for the way we do business today," Kett said.
On Feb. 6, 1981, founders Ernest Burdette, Frank Wilem and Robert Sandoz began operating the Triton business full-time. Today, with more than 145,000 ATMs around the globe, Triton is the fourth-largest supplier of ATMs worldwide.
"Looking back, it's been fantastic," Burdette said. "I couldn't have imagined in 1981 that Triton would have such a significant impact on a global industry. So, certainly, looking ahead the possibilities are endless - especially with our leadership now and the backing of our parent company."
Burdette said Dover Corp.'s acquisition of Triton in 2000 was Triton's biggest milestone. "It was important to find the right company to partner with Triton, and it turned out well," Burdette said.
Burdette also pointed to Triton's perseverance in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. "It speaks volumes about the resilience of our employees and strong relationship we have with our business partners."
Triton innovation
In the early years, Triton developed the world's first battery-operated, portable device for the banking industry to train customers on using the ATM. Triton's development of a small and affordable ATM made ATMs a practical possibility for non-bank locations. (For a complete history, visit Triton's Web site.)
Today, Triton's 9100 series is its best-selling ATM, and represents nearly half of its U.S. ATM sales. The company's two newest product offerings include the 8100 model, a low-cost ATM for lower-volume retail locations, and the FT7000 series, Triton's first full-function banking ATM.
Triton has evolved into a business that also includes software. Its solution packages, including Triton Connect and Prism, complement its ATM offering.
Additional aspects of the business also include service, parts and an ATM processing arm, Calypso Canada.
The Canadian market was Triton's first big market outside the United States. Triton now has a presence in more than 23 countries.
