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dimanche 24 janvier 2010

Discover How To Have Effective Digital Signage

By Karen Adams

If you already work in multimedia or deal with digital sign content in your job, you will already know what digital signage is. The rest of will be a little confused as it is relatively a new term even though the concept has been there a long time.

It refers to the electronic method used to disseminate information whether it be for advertising a product or to just share information within an organization. This is most commonly used as an advertising tool through the use of LCD screens and similar way of displaying multi media content.

These screens or media players are normally exhibited in public places such as retail stores. In many cases they are also placed in private areas within a commercial building. Essentially, digital sign content is used for marketing purposes and by displaying it in public you maximise the exposure of your product. Many large corporate companies use this type of advertising as it has huge benefits.

One of the biggest benefits of this form of advertising that it more engaging than the traditional method of static advertising. You can even have it interactive where the audience is able to decide what information interests them. This makes the advertising more relevant and meaningful to your audience. You can exchange information quickly to suit the time and your audience.

There are many other uses for digital content that is displayed in this way. Many companies use this to communicate with their staff and inform them of the latest news within the company. It is also used in public broadcasting for news, weather or even travel information. In some stores, you may see displays that do not promote a particular product but are there to strengthen the brand as a whole.

The costs related to using this form of marketing are very high. The screens can be very expensive. Look for monitors/LCD screens that have been made for commercial use rather than consumer use. Commercial screens are specifically made for constant use. Also, if you are using a consumer product commercially, you'll face a few problems with the warranty on the product.

A good way to keep the costs down for digital signage is to buy all the related tools you'll need from one company. You will need a few things such as the monitor, stand and an audio player. There are companies that offer special design content solutions so it's worth doing a little research before you buy.

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