As you've said numerous times already, it's getting tiresome now mate. We get it. We're behind you dont need to remind us. We know... move on.
I think the issue we are trying to get at here, is that Lothian could have adopted must simpler solutions, to begin with, and then develop their ideas to cover fare capping, multi-"operator" ticketing, etc. Doing things in small steps would probably have worked better too.
Stagecoach, as far as I am aware, does not support daily capping in any of their operating areas, and instead, have a very simple option to pay your fare by contactless. I don't understand why, with a bit of investment, Lothian couldn't have adopted this solution, even to start with. Passengers don't seem to mind.
Do Lothian think they have to be the mini version of London? Dual-door buses, "oyster" system...
the company wanted to keep the system familiar for current drivers so had to have close talks with the manufacturer.
That's just an excuse. For example, Xplore Dundee moved from Wayfarer to Ticketer in December 2018, National Express West Midlands (who are on-par with, if not bigger, than Lothian's network size) moved to "init" machines from Wayfarers last year too. As with all new technology, it took a bit of time for drivers to get used to, but in the long-term, they have both been good investments.
Although, I do give Lothian respect for taking their time to think about this innovation (tongue in cheek) thoroughly. Let's hope the junction at Stanley Road/Newhaven Road isn't so hard-hit this time.