GAGA-GO – An Payment Terminal with Heart and History
Some may wonder why we chose to name our new payment terminal "Gaga-Go". One of the wonderful things about a medium-sized family business is the stories behind its products and innovations.
At ddm, we believe that innovation requires passion. And sometimes, a technological advancement is more than just modern technology—it carries a story that connects us all.
As a payment terminal manufacturer, ddm hopt+schuler is shaped by the people who dedicate themselves wholeheartedly to our values and future. One of these people was our beloved brother, uncle, and colleague—a visionary who made our credit card payment terminal division his personal passion project. For him, technology was never just a tool but an opportunity to make the world smarter, simpler, and better. He learned this mindset from his father, the company’s founder, at a young age.
Jürgen’s nickname was "Gaga." A name that, within our family and company, has always been associated with energy, creativity, and an unwavering drive for innovation. His sudden passing left a void that can never be filled. But his spirit, passion, and belief in progress live on—in our work, our products, and our vision for the future.
We often talk about the card reader division, reflect on the progress of recent years, and think of him. That’s why it was clear to us that we would name our newest tap to pay device: Gaga-Go. Because this is exactly what he would have wanted—a product that sets new standards in expanding our payment terminal solutions, an intelligent device that represents the future of payments. Tap to Pay—simple, fast, and cutting-edge. A terminal for credit card transactions, powered by strong software—a true innovation.
For us, Gaga-Go is much more than just a tap to pay device. It marks a significant step forward in our transformation from a component manufacturer to a system provider.
With Gaga-Go, we are not only setting new technological standards but also preserving the legacy of a man who shaped our company’s development. It is a tribute to our managing director, our brother, and a true pioneer.
To us, the Gaga-Go payment terminal is the first result of a bold vision. This product brings back countless memories. It is a symbol of how innovation and heart are inseparably connected.
