MARCH 2022 NEWSLETTER
Marching ahead with greater purpose this magnificent March. The Qwikcilver platform is truly at the cutting edge of innovation and technology, and this was amply demonstrated when we powered the ambitious UPI One World program which opened the doors of the much-vaulted UPI payment system for foreign nationals visiting India. On the other hand, the march in March continues with exciting new Gift Card program launches in the Middle East region. We also give you a glimpse from the Woohoo world and the exciting programs we had for the month of February.
UPI Program – One World
UPI for the World!
Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam – The World is One Family! This is the central theme of this year’s G20 group with India as its president. This is not a mere statement but an outlook that India presents to the world and puts it to action. On these lines we are proud to be a part of the of the unique project that takes the much renowned
Unified Payments Interface or UPI to the world. Starting off with the G20 countries, travellers from these countries can now experience UPI for making payments in India with real time foreign exchange as well.
A Simple, seamless process
- On arrival at the airport, encash foreign currency at Thomas Cook’s counter.
- Instead of collecting INR in cash, Thomas Cook’s forex expert will assist the customer to open a Pine Labs Fave Money prepaid account and load the INR value.
- The customer then downloads Pine Labs’ Fave app, signs in and can start using the pre-loaded INR amount by scanning any UPI QR code at merchant outlets pan India.
- On departure, any balance can be encashed by the customer at Thomas Cook’s airport counters
To facilitate this process, Pine Labs has launched Fave Money that allows travellers from G20 countries the ability to pay digitally via their mobile phone at millions of merchant establishments in India using UPI. The prepaid product issued by Pine Labs is powered by its proprietary issuing platform Qwikcilver and is integrated with the Fave mobile app.
Read more about this here.
New Gift Card Programs
IKEA Gift Card Qatar
And our association with IKEA in the Middle East continues the latest in the line of IKEA Qwikcilver partnership - the IKEA Gift Card and Wallet program in Qatar This is a full-fledged engagement and partnership for a complete B2B as well as B2C experience. The IKEA program in Qatar is a gift card and a wallet program which will now enable customers the flexibility to add their gift cards and redeem them across online and offline channels – a complete Omni channel experience. Our platform will also enable IKEA to engage with their B2Be channels seamlessly and be a true sales enabler.
You can read about our earlier engagements with IKEA here and here.
Qwikbit About the Brand
IKEA is a global home furnishing brand that brings affordability, design and comfort to people all over the world. The IKEA business idea is “to offer a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at prices so low that as many people as possible will be able to afford them.” Today, IKEA reaches millions of hearts and homes all over the world. If the many thousands employed by their suppliers are included, around one million people are working with IKEA.
Tanagra Gift Card
A shimmering addition to our ever-expanding portfolio in the Middle East. We are happy to announce the launch of the Tanagra gift card program across The United Arab Emirates, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar. Tanagra is one of the major luxury home furnishing brands under the Chalhoub group - a dominant luxury conglomerate in the Middle East. The Tanagra launch builds on the existing engagement and integration that Qwikcilver has with the Chalhoub group thus enabling a quick launch that's both seamless as well as tightly integrated.
Qwikbit About the Brand
Born in the Middle-East for over 35 years, Tanagra has always been the unique destination for luxury lifestyle, art de vivre and decorative pieces. Offering the most renowned luxury and contemporary lifestyle brands that pleases everyone’s taste, Tanagra transforms your home decor into a journey of self-expression and is the perfect gift for every home.
Navrang Jewellers Gift Card
All that glitters is indeed gold in the Middle East. The Navrang Jewellers gift card powered by Qwikcilver is a shining example of this glittering gold. Qwikcilver is proud to be powering the Navrang Jeweller’s gift cards program in their offline channel. in addition to their own sales channels Qwikcilver will also power third party resellers, distributors and other stores to sell the Navrang Jewellers gift card.
Qwikbit About the Brand
Founded in 1972, Navrang is a house of tradition and luxurious creations. Defined by a unique, elegant style, embodying energy and sparkle, Navrang’s iconic collections have formed a reputation for a timeless appeal combined with lavish and state-of-the-art designs.
Wonderchef Gift Card
Something is always cooking with Qwikcilver and the world of gift cards. We are happy to whip up the Wonderchef gift card program powered by Qwikcilver for all those out there looking to give a gift that truly caters to our culinary desires. You can buy the Wonderchef Gift Card here.
Qwikbit About the Brand
Wonderchef is a leader in cookware and kitchen appliances that enables customers to cook healthy, tasty food with convenience. German standards of quality, Italian designs, & constant innovation are the hallmarks of Wonderchef. The brand is known for its supreme quality and innovative designs is an established company with a global presence & has Chef Sanjeev Kapoor and Bollywood Actress Kriti Sanon as its Brand Ambassadors.
Woohoo News
The Valentine month saw some great contests and offers on Woohoo including the Woohoo Grand Giveaway! Check for more great Woohoo offers here
