Lester Elder Executive Director | Missouri State Lottery
Lester Elder Executive Director | Missouri State Lottery
The Missouri Lottery Commission has awarded IGT Global Solutions Corporation an eight-year contract to supply a computer gaming system and related services. This decision follows a comprehensive competitive procurement process conducted by the State of Missouri.
"IGT has provided our gaming system services at the Missouri Lottery for many years," stated Lester Elder, executive director of the Missouri Lottery. "We look forward to our continued partnership, and we are eager to get started on this new contract that will allow us to take advantage of IGT’s newest and most advanced technologies. Together, we will work to grow sales and proceeds, while also providing a better player experience and retailer satisfaction."
The agreement aims to modernize the Lottery's gaming system infrastructure. This includes hardware, software, and telecommunications network services used for selling, canceling, and validating Draw Games tickets; validating Scratchers tickets; and managing Scratchers ordering, distribution, and inventory. Additionally, it will introduce a new player loyalty program along with a mobile app and website.