Interactive Kiosks in Unexpected Markets

The saying has never been more true, “Any business can benefit from digital signage when it’s done right.” In the recent years, it’s been simple to identify the industries that require their signage to be digital. Industries like banking– who constantly need to update federal and local content from typically a central headquarters and were drowning in print costs. College Campuses and Hospitals are the go-to candidates for interactive wayfinders, mainly due to their size and traffic.

However, we have seen more installations coming from the unexpected industries than those who seem like the perfect candidates, specifically when it comes to interactive digital signage. Below are just a few examples of industries that may just surprise you.

Libraries

The last thing you’d probably expect from an institution fighting to keep print material in the hands of everyone would be something as high-tech as an interactive kiosk. Our EDS team was quite surprised when some of the first companies reaching out for interactive signage were libraries. We soon understood that the libraries wanted their patrons to feel comfortable and informed when entering the facility. They also wanted their visitors to be given that information rapidly, at the touch of a finger. Digital wayfinders allow users to locate exactly the shelves their looking for as well as other library amenities they may not have been aware of.

Library Kiosk Functions

• Library catalog access
• Checking out/Returning book function
• 3D/2D wayfinding for the shelves
• Calendar integration
• “Meet the Librarians”
• Literary RSS feeds
• New book sections
• Photo Galleries
• Newsletters

Country Clubs

Another industry that is generally known for appreciating tradition. On the contrary, we’ve found that country clubs are increasingly more likely to switch over to digital, due to the bustle of activity that takes place on a day to day basis. With so many different activities that appeal to all members of the family, an interactive kiosk is the most effective way to communicate to everyone. Members can pick and choose which information is important to them, without having to wait for it.

Country Club Kiosk Functions:

• GHIN system integration
• Golf news outlet feeds
• Photo Galleries
• Virtual tours for event booking or potential members
• Course information, maps (3D, 2D)
• Calendar integration
• Membership information
• Event Booking
• Newsletters
• Custom built framing to keep with traditional décor

Senior Living Facilities

Probably one of the last places you’d expect to be not only “with the times”, but “ahead of the times”! Senior living facilities all over the country are becoming more and more interested in interactive digital signage. The idea is to completely revolutionizing senior living communities by empowering residents, visitors and staff members to explore, interact and gain control of the information they take in on a daily basis. Owners and general managers are consistently looking for ways to mimic the outside world within the facility so residents and guests always feel at home. As the digital era is upon us, people are more accustomed to seeking information in this form.

Senior Living Kiosk Functions:

• 3D/2D room wayfinding
• Special event alerts
• Calendar integration
• Virtual tours for potential residents
• Facility information
• Dining guides and menus
• Newsletters
• Photo Galleries

Interactive kiosks can be found in the most unexpected places, but that doesn’t make them any less useful. The need to effectively communicate with an audience transcends all markets and interactive signage makes the task more convenient for both parties.

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