Connected payment on a beer dispenser with SSCP

An innovation that combines security, user experience, and profitability

This Belgian project demonstrates how the SSCP protocol and DESFire badges transform a simple drink into a connected, secure, and profitable experience. By optimizing consumption volumes and reducing waste, this solution ushers in a new era for connected environments, where simplicity goes hand in hand with profitability.

Challenge

In environments such as events, smart bars, coworking spaces, or sports clubs, managing beverage consumption presents several challenges:

• User simplicity: avoid queues and simplify payments.
• Operator optimization: reduce losses due to beer waste (foam, mishandling).
• Transaction security: ensure data and payment protection.

The integration of DESFire badges and the SSCP protocol has enabled the design of an innovative solution that optimizes both user experience and profitability for operators.

Solution enabled by SSCP: connected payments and optimized management

This system combines DESFire badges and SSCP commands to automate, secure, and monetize self-service beer dispensers.

Solution Details

Step 1: DESFire badge authentication

• The user presents their DESFire badge to the reader embedded in the dispenser terminal.
• The reader uses a command to:
  • Authenticate the user.
  • Check available credit on the badge.
• If the credit is sufficient, the terminal activates the dispenser.

Step 2: Real-time consumption

• The user selects the desired beer volume via the interface.
• From the very first drop poured, consumption is recorded and billed automatically.

Step 3: Credit validation and adjustment

Once the service is completed, the badge is updated with a command that precisely deducts the consumed volume.

Step 4: Keg optimization

• Unlike traditional systems where 10 to 20% of kegs are wasted (foam) and not billed, this system records and charges for 100% of the consumption, including foam.
• Operators can choose to lower unit prices or increase their margins, depending on their strategy.

Results and Benefits

1. Smooth and autonomous user experience

• Users enjoy a quick, cashless service, eliminating payment queues.
• Autonomy enhances the space’s friendliness by allowing on-demand consumption.

2. Transaction security

• DESFire badges provide advanced protection against cloning or tampering.
• The SSCP protocol ensures encrypted and secure data exchange throughout the process.

3. Consumption and revenue optimization

• 100% of keg content is billed, including traditionally unbilled foam losses.
• Operators can:
  • Lower unit prices to attract more customers.
  • Increase margins by billing all consumption.

4. Traceability and efficient management

• Operators benefit from complete traceability of transactions and consumed volumes, simplifying logistics management and optimizing ROI.
• Credit reloading via terminal or mobile app is simple, fast, and improves the user experience.

Sector Applications

This solution can be adapted to various environments where consumption management must be seamless and profitable:

• Events and festivals: Reduce queues and maximize beverage stand revenue.
• Smart bars and coworking spaces: An innovative, premium offer for regular users.
• Amusement parks: Manage consumption in dining areas with optimized loss control.
• Sports clubs or businesses: Simplify and monetize consumption for members or employees.

Why is SSCP V2 the key to this transformation?

• Billing from the first drop: A precise and efficient solution that eliminates waste and maximizes revenue.
• Unmatched security: DESFire badges and the SSCP protocol provide advanced protection at every step of the transaction.
• Operator flexibility: Managers can adjust pricing or margins according to their financial goals.
• Full traceability: All transactions are logged and can be analyzed in real time.