ChannelVision Magazine has announced National Retail Solutions (NRS) as a recipient of its 2025 Visionary Spotlight Award (VSA) in the category of Best Emerging Technology Breakthrough – Overall Excellence. This prestigious annual awards program recognizes outstanding products, services, and deployments that contribute to the growth and advancement of the communications and channel ecosystem.
Each year, ChannelVision’s editorial team, along with a panel of independent judges, evaluates submissions based on a comprehensive set of criteria, including overall innovation, potential future impact on the industry, creativity, unique features, user-friendliness, and system interoperability. NRS stood out for its bold strides in innovation specifically geared toward small and mid-sized convenience stores and bodegas. Through its integrated point-of-sale (POS) and payment solutions platform, NRS empowers thousands of merchants to effectively compete against large national chains.
“Independent retailers need access to advanced, yet easy-to-use and cost-effective technology,” stated Elie Y. Katz, President and CEO of NRS. “Receiving this award affirms our commitment to delivering innovative solutions that enhance sales, simplify operations, and sustain the vitality of local neighborhood stores.”
“This year’s competition was exceptionally strong,” noted ChannelVision President and CEO Berge Kaprelian. “Despite economic headwinds, innovation and distinct market value remain critical to success. We congratulate all our 2025 VSA awardees on their impressive achievements.”
A full list of 2025 Visionary Spotlight Award winners is featured in the May/June 2025 edition of ChannelVision Magazine, which is available in both print and digital formats at channelvisionmag.com.
About National Retail Solutions (NRS)
National Retail Solutions (NRS), a subsidiary of IDT Corporation (NYSE: IDT), operates the nation’s leading point-of-sale (POS) system and NRS Pay payment processing network, catering to thousands of independent retailers across the United States and Canada. NRS equips small and medium-sized business owners with comprehensive, revenue-boosting store management solutions, including support for EBT/eWIC, online sales, payroll processing, merchant cash advances, and additional value-added services. NRS also offers tailored systems for different retail sectors, such as NRS Petro for gas stations and convenience stores, and provides business opportunities through its reseller program. Learn more at www.nrsplus.com.
