Established in 1902, Gibson Guitar Corporation is known throughout the world for manufacturing high quality musical instruments. Gibson guitars are widely used by professional musicians and have helped produce some of the greatest songs of all time. Hits like Chuck Berry’s "Maybelline" and the Eagles’ "Life in the Fast Lane" bear Gibson’s distinct trademark sound.

Guitar enthusiasts can experience Gibson's 100-year heritage at The Gibson Bluegrass Showcase at Opry Mills in Nashville, TN. The showcase is a part of Gibson's brand new international entertainment division. Nashville's Showcase features a purist bluegrass theme where visitors can immerse themselves in an ultimate folk music experience. The operation boasts viewing areas where visitors can watch actual classic Gibson guitars being crafted by professional artisans, as well as a restaurant and lounge offering casual dining and libations.

The Bluegrass Showcase carries an array of retail items including guitars, T-shirts, leather jackets, cups, pins, as many other Gibson memorabilia. Impressed by the rich feature set and unparalleled flexibility, Gibson chose CATAPULT to automate the Showcase gift shop. Customer and Serial Number Tracking are absolute necessities for the owners of this location, which attracts a more specialized demographic than the average retail venue. Catapult's Power Fields help track sales by style, size, color, and logo. A Hand-Held Terminal helps control inventory levels and maintain accurate pricing. Gibson relies on Catapult's LabelVision® interface to print custom bar code tags in house.

Gibson's Hardware Profile

• 2 Touchscreen POS Terminals
• 2 Countertop Scanners
• 1 Hand-Held Terminal
• 2 Receipt Printers
• Cash Drawers
• Credit Card Authorization