What NCPI does

NCPI is a French point-of-sale (POS) solutions provider founded in 1992, headquartered near Montpellier in Saint-Gély-du-Fesc. The company imports and distributes integrated POS hardware ecosystems—including tactile cash registers (NC-410/420/450/950/956), thermal printers, barcode scanners, cash drawers, PDA/PAD mobile terminals, scales, and customer displays—paired with its NF525-certified NC-Retail software for transaction processing, real-time inventory management, customer/loyalty programs, and accounting exports. NCPI also distributes Cashlogy automated cash recyclers through a partnership with Azkoyen and offers complementary business management software including NC-Gestion and the While ERP/While Bati product lines, which entered the portfolio through the May 2024 acquisition by Groupe Althios.

NCPI operates a hybrid go-to-market combining direct sales for enterprise accounts with a nationwide reseller/dealer network across France, targeting retail commerce, restaurants and food service, specialty food retailers (bakeries, delis), and SME professional services and manufacturing. Its revenue model is hardware-led (one-time terminal and peripheral sales) supplemented by one-time software licenses and professional services for implementation, NF525 compliance support, and ongoing maintenance. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. The company is small (1-10 employees), privately held, and was acquired by Groupe Althios in May 2024 as part of the parent's expansion into cash management solutions; NCPI now sits alongside Althae Solutions and Cesio within the diversified group.

The critical regulatory catalyst for NCPI is France's mandatory NF525 certification of cash register software effective September 1, 2025, which makes NC-Retail's pre-existing certification a direct competitive lever against non-certified incumbents and self-certified systems. NC-Retail integrates with French accounting platforms (Ciel, Sage, Quadratus) and connects to mobile order-taking apps (NC-Retail Pad, NC-Retail Magasin) requiring Android 13+, indicating a deliberate push toward mobile/POS convergence. Customer evidence is thin—only two named accounts are documented (Laboratoire Provence Santé in cosmetics, ACB Pharma in pharmaceutical distribution)—consistent with a long-tail SMB and proximity-commerce customer base.

Name

NCPI

Legal name

NCPI

Website

https://ncpi.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

NCPI is a French POS solutions provider, founded in 1992 and acquired by Groupe Althios in 2024, distributing NF525-certified NC-Retail software alongside integrated hardware terminals, peripherals, and Cashlogy cash recyclers to retailers, restaurants, and SMEs across France via direct sales and a reseller network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Point-of-Sale Hardware and Software Systems

NAICS

Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers (423430), Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers (42343)

SIC

Wholesale-Computers & Peripheral Equipment & Software (5045)

akta.pro primary industry

POS Terminals & All-in-One Retail Computers (HDACAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

POS Accessories & Spares (Cables, Stands, Cases, Replacement Parts) (HDACAKAL), Cash Drawers, Cash Handling & Coin/Bill Counters (HDACAKAE), POS Payment Software & Middleware (Terminal OS, Apps, Device Management) (FSAMADAC)

Keywords

• Point-of-sale hardware
• Cash register software
• Retail POS solutions
• Automated cash management
• Barcode scanning systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint-gély-du-fesc

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: NCPI generates revenue primarily through the sale of point-of-sale hardware including TPV/touch cash registers (NC-950, NC-956, NC-450, NC-420, NC-410), thermal printers (IRT-260, IRT-380, IRT-330), cash drawers, barcode scanners and readers (HC-2000, HC-3208, HC-7060, HC-6052), PDA devices (H5, PAD Armor 13), scales and displays, and Cashlogy automated cash dispensers. Hardware sales appear to be one-time transactions with potential for accessories and replacement parts.
2. Software Licenses and Subscriptions: Revenue from certified software solutions including NC-Retail (NF 525 certified), NC-Gestion commerciale, While ERP, While Bati, NC-Retail Pad, and NC-Retail Magasin. Software is offered with compatibility to hardware ecosystem and includes regular updates and support for maintaining regulatory compliance.
3. Professional Services: Implementation, customization, and ongoing technical support services. Includes assistance with NF 525 compliance, personalized support, regular software updates, and conformity proof documentation. The company provides maintenance and regular updates to ensure continued compliance with regulatory requirements.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

NCPI imports and distributes point-of-sale (POS) hardware and certified management software for French merchants, restaurateurs, and distribution professionals. The offering centers on the NF525-certified NC-Retail POS software platform, complemented by tactile TPV cash registers (NC-950, NC-956, NC-450, NC-420, NC-410), thermal printers, cash drawers, barcode scanners, PDA mobile terminals, scales, customer displays, and Cashlogy automated cash recyclers. Complementary software includes NC-Gestion commercial management and the While ERP / While Bati business management suites.

Product overview

NCPI is a French company specializing in point-of-sale (POS) solutions and business management software for retailers, restaurants, and distribution professionals. The product portfolio centers on the NC-Retail software (NF525-certified) combined with a comprehensive hardware ecosystem including tactile cash registers (NC-410/420/450/950/956), thermal printers (IRT series), cash drawers, barcode scanners, PDA/PAD mobile terminals, scales, customer displays, and automated cash recyclers (Cashlogy). NCPI also offers complementary business software including NC-Gestion (commercial management) and the While ERP/While Bati product lines acquired through the Althios group. The offering is a platform-plus-modules architecture where NC-Retail serves as the core POS software connected to specialized hardware peripherals and integrated with NC-Gestion for back-office operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• NC-Retail: Point of sale cash register software certified to NF525 standard, designed for retailers, restaurants, and other businesses
• NC-Gestion
• NC-Retail Pad
• NC-Retail Magasin
• While ERP
• While Bati

Products and services

• NC-Retail NF525-certified flagship POS software for merchants to manage sales, inventory, customers, and loyalty programs with tactile interface, real-time stock management, and connectivity with the broader NC product range.
• NC-Gestion Commercial management software centralizing quotes, orders, invoices, payments, inventory, and CRM, integrating with NC-Retail, NC-Webstore, and NC-Web Office, with accounting exports to Ciel, Sage, and Quadratus.
• While ERP Comprehensive ERP solution for SMEs with modules for accounting, manufacturing, purchasing, sales, project management, and warehouse management, distributed alongside NCPI products.
• While Bati Specialized construction management software for building professionals covering quotes, invoicing, project tracking, workforce planning, and business intelligence.
• NC-950 Touch-Screen Cash Register Touch-screen cash register for demanding professional environments featuring an intuitive interface and robust design for efficient transaction management.
• NC-956 Touch-Screen Cash Register Next-generation touch-screen cash register with high-definition display and fluid interface for modern sales environments.
• NC-450 Touch-Screen Cash Register Compact, high-performance touch-screen cash register for small to medium retail outlets combining efficiency and simplicity.
• NC-420 Touch-Screen Cash Register Compact, efficient touch-screen cash register for proximity commerce with a simple interface for quick daily transaction handling.
• NC-410 Tablet Cash Register Tablet-format touch-screen cash register combining mobility, practicality, and performance for small spaces or mobile point-of-sale environments.
• IRT-260 Thermal Printer Thermal receipt printer with 260mm/s print speed, automatic cutter, and USB/Serial/LAN connectivity for POS environments.
• IRT-380 Thermal Printer High-performance thermal printer designed for high-volume POS operations, featuring fast, quiet printing with automatic cutter and extended connectivity options.
• IRT-330 / IRT-330W Thermal Printer Compact thermal printers with multiple connectivity options including Wi-Fi on the 330W variant, designed for dynamic sales environments.
• Cash Drawers (Tiroir Flip-Top, Tiroir Small, Tiroir Standard) Range of secure cash drawers including compact Flip-Top and Small models for limited-space counters and a Standard model with high storage capacity for intensive professional use.
• Barcode Scanners (HC-2000, HC-3208, HC-3208RC, HC-7060, HC-6052) Range of ergonomic barcode scanners including wireless 2.4G models with 18-meter range and 5-hour battery, 2D scanners with charging stands, and rotating-base models with USB/RS232 connectivity for POS integration.
• PDA H5 Mobile Terminal Robust mobile terminal with 5.5-inch IPS screen, integrated 1D/2D barcode scanner with 30mm to 880mm reading range for warehouse and field operations.
• PAD Armor 13 Rugged Tablet Rugged professional tablet with 6.52-inch HD+ display, IP68 water/dust/shock resistance, MediaTek processor, 6GB RAM, and 64GB storage for field operations.
• NC-Retail Pad Order-taking application exclusively for Android 13+ devices, connected to NC-Retail for maximum compatibility in mobile order-taking scenarios, particularly restaurants.
• NC-Retail Magasin Store-oriented order-taking software for Android 13+ devices, fully connected to the NC-Retail suite for fast, intuitive field operations.
• Customer Displays (2-line, 5-inch, 9.7-inch) Range of customer-facing displays including 2-line VFD pole displays and 5-inch and 9.7-inch TFT-LCD screens with adjustable poles and USB connectivity.
• Retail Scales (Ariva-S, Mettler Toledo CHECK-OUT, DATA COLLECT line) Retail scales up to 15-30kg capacity including Ariva-S with aluminum casing and stainless steel platform, Mettler Toledo CHECK-OUT Ariva-S with 2-year warranty, and DATA COLLECT Euroscale, K-Scale, Mistral 500, and Helmac GP models integrating with NC-Retail.
• Cashlogy by Azkoyen Automated Cash Management Automated cash management solution accepting and dispensing bills (5 to 500 euros) and coins (1 cent to 2 euros) with counterfeit detection, real-time connectivity via Cashlogy app, and reduced hygiene risks from minimized direct cash contact.

Quantifiable outcome

• Fine of up to €7,500 per non-certified cash register system
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Azkoyen (Cashlogy)coreTechnology or IntegrationNCPI distributes Cashlogy automated cash management solutions manufactured by Azkoyen. These monnayeurs automatically accept, sort, and return change with precision, featuring real-time connectivity, counterfeit detection, and hygiene benefits. The partnership enables NCPI to offer complete cash automation solutions to their POS customers.
• Groupe Althios (Parent Company)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNCPI was acquired by Groupe Althios in May 2024. Althios Group, led by Sylvain Paquet and based in Saint-James since 2012, operates through complementary entities including Althae Solutions (business software) and Cesio (IT park management). The acquisition expanded Althios into cash management solutions and extended their geographic presence to southern France.
• While InformatiquecoreTechnology or IntegrationWhile Informatique, based in Alès, specializes in custom management software and was acquired by Althios Group in 2024. Their While ERP solution is offered alongside NCPI products, providing integrated business management capabilities including accounting, manufacturing, purchasing, and CRM functionality.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Toast: Restaurant-focused POS platform; emerging player in French food-service where NCPI also sells TPV terminals and Cashlogy cash handling.
• Lightspeed Commerce: Cloud-native POS and commerce platform with growing European presence, competing for the same SMB retail and restaurant segments as NC-Retail + TPV stack.

Others

• Azkoyen: Spanish manufacturer of Cashlogy automated cash recyclers distributed by NCPI in France; closely ecosystem-linked partner and adjacent product category.

Broad incumbents

• Epson: POS printer and peripheral manufacturer (TM series) overlapping with NCPI's IRT thermal printer line; also produces POS terminals and customer displays.
• Square (Block): Large integrated POS + payments provider serving SMBs globally, including France; broader portfolio but overlapping terminal and software functionality for the same merchant base.
• Ingenico (Worldline): Large French-origin POS terminal and payment acceptance provider; broader payments portfolio but overlapping POS hardware and acceptance infrastructure.

Direct peers

• AURES Technologies: French POS hardware manufacturer (POS terminals, touch screens, printers) competing head-to-head with NCPI's TPV line in the same French merchant market.
• Star Micronics: Specialized POS printer manufacturer directly comparable to NCPI's IRT thermal printer line at the hardware-distribution level.
• Posiflex: Global POS terminal hardware manufacturer whose terminals compete with NCPI's NC-950/956/450/420/410 TPV range for retail and hospitality deployments.
• Cegid: Major French retail and POS software vendor (Y2, Cegid Retail), directly competing with NC-Retail for certified cash register software mandates.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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