In regulated casino and slot gaming markets, compliance is essential for ensuring that products meet global and regional standards. Achieving that can be time-consuming and resource intensive.
There are several independent test labs, such as Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) and BMM Testlabs, which test and certify games for the global gaming industry. Having specialist support and expertise from a company like Quixant to guide companies through the regulatory process is crucial in the gaming industry because of the complexity and evolving nature of regulatory standards.
“When game manufacturers operate in multiple markets and jurisdictions, the complexity expands,” said Andres Garcia, Vice President, Customer Integration and Support, Quixant.
One of the dominant global standards for electronic gaming machines is GLI-11, often the basis for other jurisdictional regulatory standards, many unique to specific markets. Those standards set rigorous requirements for electronic gaming machines to ensure integrity and fairness in gaming operations. The standards cover things like security protocols, communication interfaces, and more.
And it’s not just about adhering to compliance requirements for the sake of compliance– adhering to gaming standards like GLI-11, or GLI-33 (for the sports betting industry), UKGC (UK Gambling Commission) Technical Standards, AAMS (Amministrazione Autonoma dei Monopoli di Stato, Italy), and WLA-SCS (World Lottery Association Security Control Standard) demonstrate a company’s dedication to quality and reliability in the gaming industry. That’s just good for business.
“Having the support and expertise of a provider like Quixant allows game manufacturers to streamline the process, ensuring adherence to intricate and essential rules, freeing up their internal teams to focus on content development and enhancing the gaming experience,” he said. “This balance allows companies to stay compliant without diverting attention from innovation and player engagement – the things that drive the success of the game.”
Having a technology provider like Quixant on the side of a gaming manufacturer to provide guidance right through certification simplifies the regulatory process even more. It’s important to maintain that throughout the product lifecycle.
“In today’s fast-paced industry, staying compliant without sacrificing creativity and product development is essential, and Quixant’s expertise helps make that possible,” Garcia said.
For those looking to set out on the journey or rethink how they achieve regulatory compliance and game certification, here are a few key considerations:
- Platform customization: Does your computing platform provider offer customizable solutions tailored to gaming applications, ensuring optimal performance and regulatory compliance?
- Scalability and futureproofing: Is your solution designed to adapt to changing regulatory landscapes and technological advancements, helping you to stay ahead of the game?
- Certification assistance: Does your provider offer extensive support throughout the certification process, including guidance on test procedures, documentation and compliance best practices?
- Ongoing support and maintenance: Will your provider offer continuous technical support and maintenance to ensure ongoing compliance and operational excellence?
With years of expertise and a deep understanding of all global regulatory requirements, Quixant is a trusted provider of advanced computing platforms specifically designed for the gaming industry. Ensuring regulatory compliance requires market-leading technology and close cooperation with your chosen technology provider.
Quixant’s dedicated hardware platforms and embedded Software Suite solutions deliver the performance, security and scalability needed to exceed the required regulatory standards in a particular market.
“Our team get deeply involved in the operations of gaming companies, particularly when it comes to guiding them through the regulatory and compliance process,” Garcia said. “By offering specialized support, Quixant work as an extension of game manufacturers’ teams to ensure their products meet global regulatory standards. This allows game manufacturers to focus on their core strengths, such as content development and enhancing the player experience, while Quixant manages the intricacies of compliance.
“We work closely with our customers, building strong partnerships to provide tailored solutions that ensure their specific needs are met efficiently,” he said. “We enable smooth product development and market entry, empowering our partners looking to seize new opportunities in new markets, or those who want to grow in their existing markets.”
