Way Finding
Interactive Building Directory Content
Posted on Sun, October 25, 2009
In many of the new buildings being constructed today interactive digital signage is becoming a requirement. Instead of paying a person to sit behind a desk and direct traffic companies are using technology to efficiently allow visitors to search for the appropriate person and have it draw them a map to that department. When the display isn’t in use it provides a great source to share information such as the weather, headline news, or details about the property management firm or the “green” features of the building.
The graphic in this post illustrates an example of a design produced by our creative services team to show how live data can be integrated into the design to make the building directory interesting and engaging.
Digital Directory Display at Northeastern University
Posted on Thu, October 29, 2009
The new digital signage system at Northeastern University has multiple components from a 2x2 video wall, digital signage showing events, and digital directory displays. Historically printed signs or the white stick on letters were used for building directories, but as the cost of digital signage continues to drop and software advances why would any new building not go digital.
Think of the benefits:
1) unlimited flexibility to change the look and background
2) the ability to incorporate news and weather
3) if you reassign rooms no need to reprint
4) wow factor - impress visitors
5) for important events direct traffic
These are just a fraction of the reasons so if you are building a new building and you are thinking static, think again. And if you are thinking digital signage, go one step further and think interactive digital signage, because users are becoming more savvy and they are expecting your displays to be touch enabled.
Video Overview on an Interactive Concierge
Posted on Wed, November 18, 2009
Updated video showing interactive content in action. Take a look
Interactive Way-finding
Posted on Fri, December 4, 2009
People expect highly engaging and meaningful interactions with technology. Customers demand not only ease of use but also an enjoyable experience. Creating this experience for users requires the ability to anticipate a consumer’s wants and to allow them to interact with the information intuitively.
As you look at implementing interactive digital signage remember to look beyond the hardware to ensure you get a complete package consisting of the right software with good creative designers that can humanize your message and build the best possible user experience.
Rise Creative Services Example: Benefits of Interactive Digital Signage
Posted on Fri, December 11, 2009
Interactive signage offers numerous opportunities for companies to improve their connection with visitors and customers, and to streamline their ability to provide helpful information. With hand-held devices leading the way, consumers will become more facile with touch-screen technology, and start to expect it in every environment.
Following are three ways that companies can benefit from interactive digital signage:
Interactive Wayfinding. Companies with large buildings or campuses can be difficult for visitors to navigate, leaving company receptionists and security guards to spend a majority of their day directing traffic. A touch-enabled digital sign can improve visitors’ experience, while freeing personnel to focus on other tasks.
Interactive Conciergee. While every visitor benefits from the “personal touch,” it’s challenging to provide services around the clock. A touch-screen display can operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to help your visitors find what they want, when they want it, with the simple swipe of a finger.
Interactive Donor Walls. Many hospitals and universities rely on generous donors and patrons for funds; corporations like to recognize employee achievement—interactive signage is a unique way to show appreciation.
If you would like to read more please read the article Three Ways Interactive Will Change Digital Signage
Digital Directory
Posted on Fri, March 26, 2010
Great example of using digital signage for a directory / way-finding within a university.
In addition to the LCD screen a LED ticker across the top acts as a barber shop pole for the School of Business & Economics to keep students abreast of the latest market activity.
Video overview of digital signage in healthcare
Posted on Tue, April 27, 2010
A short 5 minute video highlighting 9 different uses of digital signage in health care has been posted to our website.
