Interactive vs static digital signage

by Chris Gilder — Founder/CEO, Meridian

More people expect interactive experiences than ever before, especially in the world of digital signage. However, before you make the jump from traditional to…

'Batman v Superman' soars with augmented reality kiosks

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

Australian residents got a chance to pick sides on 'Batman v Superman' and take selfies of their faces inside the superhero's famous costumes.

5 keys for surviving Digital Signage Expo

by Christopher Hall — w, t

At the Digital Signage Expo, visitors will get to see the new Self-Service Pavilion, which will display a number of kiosks and interactive displays. However…

Virtual concierge offers VIP customer service

by Frank Olea

Virtual concierge kiosks are on the rise, because with advancements in video conferencing quality and the proliferation of personal internet connected devices…

Kiosks meet prime time: a cameo kiosk appearance in Rizzoli & Isles

by Laura Miller — Director of Marketing, Kioware

In this week's episode of TNT's hit drama Rizzoli & Isles, titled "Fake it 'til you Make it", Jane Rizzoli, interacts with a car rental video conferencing…

Visual Analytics personalize kiosk and digital signage experiences and humanize big data

by Chris Gilder — Founder/CEO, Meridian

Before, during and after people physically engage with kiosks and digital signage, there are visual interactions that can hold the key to personalizing the…

The use of digital signage as a wayfinding solution

by Kisha Wilson — Marketing Manager, SlabbKiosks

A study conducted by SignAd Network found that "digital video in public venues reaches more Americans each month than online videos." It's no surprise then…

How to Design a Responsive Kiosk User Interface - Part 1

by Andrew Savala — CEO, KioskSimple

If your kiosk's user interface appears sluggish, you can expect your customers will opt for interacting with a cashier, which defeats the purpose of having a…

When marketing to millennials, don't forget the basics

In planning for marketing to millennials at retail, younger people may respond positively to more vibrant graphics and interactivity, but there is still a…

How digital kiosks are a boon for businesses

by Frank Olea

We live in an era that is highly dependent on technology for the simplest of functions. Taking the lead on this trend toward greater automation, digital kiosks…

3 things to remember when crafting an interactive retail experience

by Craig Martin — Client Contact, Reality Interactive, LLC

Retail experience stores (think Apple or Microsoft retail outlets) are increasing in popularity. In these stores, a combination of screens, tablets, laptops…

How self-service networks can learn a thing or two from smartphones

by Michael Ionescu — President, Ionescu Technologies

If you want to take a look at the true potential of self-service networks, it's important to look at how the smartphone functionality is evolving. Even though…

Seeing the future of digital networks in movies

by Michael Ionescu — President, Ionescu Technologies

I don't normally like to follow a particular trend on the internet, but I've read several articles discussing in what ways the movie Minority Report has…

Four essential pre-deployment considerations

by Craig Martin — Client Contact, Reality Interactive, LLC

Deployment is the bridge between the final development phase and the remote monitoring and management phase of a digital merchandising project. It's the phase…

The inevitable rise of interactive/digital media

by Michael Ionescu — President, Ionescu Technologies

My previous blogs have discussed some of the biggest hurdles facing digital interactive media in today's public space. One of the biggest obstacles has been…

Where are my onion rings? Drive-thru kiosk can get it right.

by Chris Gilder — Founder/CEO, Meridian

There is a lot to be said about drive-thru food ordering – especially in the fast food-nation! Many times there just isn't time for a sit-down meal. People are…

The workflow issue for self-service/digital networks

by Michael Ionescu — President, Ionescu Technologies

In many ways, self-service networks and the digital signage industry continue to grow. But for many of the smaller businesses who need to be more budget…

Are we there yet? Why is it taking so long for digital signage to catch on?

by Michael Ionescu — President, Ionescu Technologies

When my brother and I first started our digital signage business, there were many instances in my environment that made me think, "Digital screens are a no…

How to ensure self-service solutions pay you back

by Michael Ionescu — President, Ionescu Technologies

There is nothing more frustrating to me than seeing an interactive kiosk/digital display out in public that either does not work or is so lagging or…

Digital Signage: It’s all around us [Infographic]

by Christopher Hall — w, t

Digital signage is everywhere, so much so that sometimes we don't even realize it. Nearly 70 percent of Americans see it every month, and more than half every…