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Open Text Works with Capital Networks to Expand Corporate Communications Network.

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Markham, ON. Canada – April 26, 2011

Open Text has expanded their corporate communications digital signage network to include six new locations using the Audience software platform provided by Capital Networks Limited. With installations already deployed in the U.K. and Canada, the latest deployments include Ottawa (Canada), Reading (U.K.), Tallahassee (U.S.A.), Amsterdam (Netherlands), Sydney (Australia) and Hyderabad (India).

With offices located across 6 continents, Open Text wanted a corporate communications network able to distribute 24 hour information to employees spread across the globe. The other essential component was that each location would have the ability to display a combination of hyper local, location specific information as well as global information to be displayed at all locations.

Screens displaying a variety of video, text and graphic content have been installed throughout the public areas of the various Open Text offices. The Audience software platform was chosen to power the corporate digital signage network and is responsible for the creation, management and scheduling of content which includes company branding, local and international corporate updates and a variety of automated data feeds provided by Capital Networks.

Blake Reeves is the North American Partner Channel Manager at Capital Networks: “In the case of a global project such as this, part of the process was to offer the client as simple a solution as possible while still being able to provide them with a flexible, highly scalable product needed for ongoing expansion. As a result, Capital Networks is supplying Open Text with a true turnkey solution by shipping pre-configured hardware, complete with a standardized show, ready to run right out of the box. Once installed, each office has the ability to insert their own content and the option to personalize their show by displaying data feeds in the native language of the location”.

For further information, please contact Blake Reeves, Business Development and North American Partner Channel Manager.
T: 905 946-1122 ext 224.
www.capitalnetworks.com


About Open Text
OpenText™ is the world's largest independent provider of Enterprise Content Management software. The Company's solutions manage information for all types of business, compliance and industry requirements in the world's largest companies, government agencies and professional service firms. OpenText supports approximately 46,000 customers and millions of users in 114 countries and 12 languages.

About Capital Networks Limited
Capital Networks Limited is a privately held company based in Markham, Ontario, Canada. Established in 1991, Capital Networks is a respected leader in the supply and support of advanced multimedia systems to communications companies engaged in cable television operation, broadcasting, direct-to-home and place-based media. Capital Networks has sold Audience™ software through authorized resellers into a variety of market segments including Digital Signage, Cable TV, Education, Corporate and Municipal applications in 36 countries. Clients include: OLGC - Ontario, York Region Police - Ontario, United States Air Force, United States Marine Corps, N.A.I.T. - Alberta, Pan Pacific Hotels - Singapore, Cablevision - New York, Rogers Cable TV - Toronto, Cox Communications, and many others.


Gelato e Caffe uses IMVINET to add Digital Signage MenuBoard to its stores and integrates them with Twitter and Facebook

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Venezuela - April 5, 2011

Gelato e Caffe, an expanding franchise of ice creams in Venezuela, has decided to hire IMVINET, a company specializing in digital signage, to develop and implement a dynamic Digital Signage MenuBoard to integrate, not only the product options available, but also its Twitter and Facebook TimeLine.

Thus, the MenuBoard will allow, through the means of social media, to complement the shopping experience for each customer and link them directly with the views that other clients franchise.

The MenuBoards are installed in stores located in Las Mercedes and El Hatillo in Caracas and, soon, the store of Altamira, which is about to open. Gelato e Caffe exploited this channel to display real-time menus and promotions, but at the same time it serves to inform community events, weather, phrases of the day, etc...which will add value to the customer information.

This project is the work and effort of both companies to deliver a final product that will whet the appetite and showing a content quality second to none.

For more information, please contact us through our website www.imvinet.com or info@imvinet.com.

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IMVINET is a Digital Signage Integrator based in Venezuela, providing sales and services (hardware,
software, installation, content creation and administration).

Category: Restaurants, Technology, Marketing
Tags: digital, signage, IMVINET, senalizacion, cartelera, gelato, venezuela, publicida, menu, board
Email: Click to email author
Phone: +58 (212) 2327259
Fax: +58 (212) 2324453
Address: Avenida C, Quinta #305
            Urbanizacion La Carlota
City/Town: Caracas
State/Province: Miranda
Zip: 1071
Country: Venezuela

PQ Media Forecast Reveals Digital OOH Growth Opportunities Worldwide

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With this our 4th Edition forecast, we anticipate digital out-of-home media growth to outperform GDP in nearly every region and country we track during the forecast period, but not all platforms and venues are created equal.

The 258 page 4th Edition of the PQ Media Global Digital Out-of-Home Forecast 2011-2015 is the most comprehensive we've ever published; covers 4 global regions (Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa) and 16 leading markets; and reflects input from 220 U.S. digital place-based operators, 468 place-based networks and more than 500 DOOH operators outside the U.S.. Spending is broken down by platform: digital placed based network and digital billboard & signage; and by venue: cinema, retail, office, entertainment and transit. The report includes more than 100 tables and charts.

Below, Patrick Quinn, PQ Media CEO, shares opportunities and challenges for the DOOH industry base on report findings at the MediaPost DOOH Forum April 14 in NYC.

MediaPost DOOH Forum Keynote: 20 minutes

ResearchBrief From the Center For Media Research

Download Executive Summary and Purchase Report
(DSF Members click here to receive a discount on the report)

Sincerely,

Tabor Ames
VP Marketing
PQ Media
Two Stamford Landing, Suite 100
Stamford, CT 06902

p: 203-921-0368
e: tames@pqmedia.com
f: 203-921-0367


"We stay ahead of the curve to keep you ahead of the curve"

Capital Networks Releases Stereoscopic 3D Version of Audience Software Platform.

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Markham, ON. Canada – May 4, 2011


Capital Networks Limited, a leading global provider of Cable TV, Broadcasting and dynamic digital signage content creation and management software, has released Audience 4.1.
 
Audience 4.1 supports Stereoscopic 3D, broadcast quality HD video and was designed primarily with Cable, IPTV, Satellite and high end retail markets in mind.
 
Jim Vair, Vice President of Business Development at Capital Networks commented: “Along with some powerful upgrades to the video and rendering capabilities of our software, we’re especially pleased to announce the release of Audience 4.1 at a time when the 3D market is just starting to pick up steam. We feel our ability to ingest, manage and play out stereoscopic 3D content, along with the power to update that content in real time, puts us well ahead of the pack in this emerging market.”

This latest 3D capable version comes 5 months after the public release of Audience 4.0 in December, 2010 and builds on the advanced 3D features introduced in version 4.0. The Audience 4 series provides a powerful, flexible HD solution for high quality content to cable companies, broadcasters, IPTV operators and organizations operating dynamic digital signage networks.

Other key new features in the Audience 4 series include:

  • Support for Windows 7
  • 3D perspective zones, 3D objects, 3D transitions
  • Enhanced video file support - Including SD and HD, MPEG4 and MPEG2
  • Advanced, enterprise level scheduling across thousands of screens
  • Broadcast quality MNG animations builder - ideal for companies that don't have animators on staff but want animation within a show
  • Full alpha channel flash support

For further information, please contact Jim Vair, Vice President Business Development.
T: 905 946-1122 ext 231.
www.capitalnetworks.com


About Capital Networks Limited
Capital Networks Limited is a privately held company based in Markham, Ontario, Canada. Established in 1991, Capital Networks is a respected leader in the supply and support of advanced multimedia systems to communications companies engaged in cable television operation, broadcasting, direct-to-home and place-based media. Capital Networks has sold Audience™ software through authorized resellers into a variety of market segments including Digital Signage, Cable TV, Education, Corporate and Municipal applications in 36 countries. Clients include: OLGC - Ontario, York Region Police - Ontario, United States Air Force, United States Marine Corps, N.A.I.T. - Alberta, Pan Pacific Hotels - Singapore, Cablevision - New York, Rogers Cable TV - Toronto, Cox Communications, and many others.
 

DOOHGood: Help the US Tornado Victims by Running Red Cross Spots

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By Dave Haynes | 24th May 2011

The mind-boggling visuals that have rolled in from Joplin, Missouri in the aftermath of Sunday’s EF-4 tornado hit was enough to get DOOHgood into action a little earlier than planned.

We wondered about it after the tornadoes in Alabama, but this event – which has taken at least 116 lives – reinforced the need to help.

The DOOHgood all-volunteer organization is still getting itself organized, but we have turned on the website and uploaded – ready for downloading and use by Digital OOH networks – a 30 second spot produced by the American Red Cross to help tornado victim around the US, using several donor methods.

The spot has audio and we would LOVE to see a company take some of the B-roll available on the Red Cross site, follow the donor formula, and produce a separate spot that works in 15 seconds and without audio. Not easy, but people do that in this sector every day.

As for DOOHgood itself, we can tell you that the DOOH4relief program for Japan produced at minimum 110 million ad impressions in March and April. Given we heard from perhaps 1/3 of the networks, the actual number was likely much higher. We’ll never really know with this or other efforts what the actual impact might be, but we do know Digital OOH screens get noticed and they do influence behavior.

If you have networks running in the affected regions, or think your screens can help provide food and shelter for tornado victims, please consider adding the spot to your playlist to help drive awareness and donations.

The DOOHgood team – made up of people from several firms in the digital signage/DOOH sector – are developing a framework for what we want to do and how things will be managed effectively. That will take more time. BUT, we do now have a website, and a logo!

Thanks to Insteo and rVue for their work on those two pieces.

Dimenco partners with AOpen to provide glasses-free 3D Digital Signage

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The AOpen Digital Engine DE7000 was selected to power 3D technology from Dimenco. Dimenco offers end-to-end glasses-free (autostereoscopic)3D solutions, which includes 3D displays, components, rendering solutions, software and content conversion services. Dimenco acquired a 3D technology license from Philips, enabling them to commercially use and further develop this technology on Philips Public Display screens.

3D displays are slowly finding its way to the market. With its unique ability to captivate an audience and draw attention, going 3D is the next step for those wanting to stand out from the traditional digital signage installations. Dimenco’s 3D technology and its high quality implementation can be viewed by anyone without the need of special glasses, offering a stunning visual experience.

Dimenco chose the AOpen Digital Engine platform because of the proven power and reliability of the DE7000 and its strong graphic capabilities. The displays include Philips Smart Insert solution which allows the Digital Engine to be mounted on the back of the display. The AOpen DE7000 is compatible with the Dimenco rendering code, which is integrated in the Philips 3D Displays.

After successful testing the compatibility of the hardware, both parties are enthusiastic about the new cooperation. The 3D system will be on display at Infocomm 2011 in Orlando, FL, AOpen booth # 4791.


About Dimenco


Dimenco is an independent company, founded by young ambitious Dutch entrepreneurs that all share the same passion for 3D technology. The company offers end-to-end 3D solutions which includes 3D displays, components, rendering solutions, software and content conversion services. Furthermore, they provide consultancy services to several leading industry players. Dimenco also acquired a 3D technology license from Philips, enabling them to commercially use and further develop this technology. www.dimenco.eu

About AOpen

AOpen, Inc. has more than 15 years of IT hardware manufacturing experience along with keen insights into IT industry trends that help drive the growth of AOpen. As the leading manufacturer, of ultra small form factor digital signage media player solutions world-wide, AOpen keeps expanding its products and services for digital signage and other vertical application markets. With in-depth market knowledge AOpen can offer advice for complete digital signage platform solutions. AOpen cooperates with its global value added channel network to go to market. www.aopen.com

AOpen Announces New Product and Business Opportunity at InfoComm 2011

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The AOpen America booth at InfoComm 2011, June 15-17, will display numerous digital signage solutions, including mobile proximity marketing with interactive content, 2D into 3D content rendering technology, interactive way-finding, and interactive digital receptionist.   

AOpen is excited to announce the new Digital Engine DE67 product, which boasts built-in Remote Management technology via Intel® vPro™ and Intel’s new WiDi™ network content broadcasting.  AOpen America will also be introducing a new business opportunity for everyone.  Along with seeing AOpen’s digital signage and interactive solutions, visitors to their booth(#4791) will have a chance to win prizes up to $1,169 in value.

More Quarterly Engineering Workshops are coming to your local area, you're invited! - from AOpen

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Just like in Q1, AOpen is hosting a series of these workshops in rotating cities throughout the US in the month of June and July. Attendees will be presented with AOpen’s latest product, DE67 Digital Engine and an exclusive business opportunity where it will be a guaranteed win-win situation for our loyal partners. And as a bonus for our loyal partners, we will also give out great prizes (up to $1000 value) and provide luncheon during the event. Seats are limited; Don't miss this golden opportunity! Please register for the event by sending a request to AOAMarketing@AOpen.com and specify which location you will be attending.

Los Angeles, CA - 6/22 (Wed)
Ayres Suite Diamond Bar (Tuscany & Provence Rooms)
21951 Golden Springs Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765

Seattle, WA - 6/24 (Fri)
Courtyard Seattle Downtown/ Lake Union (Lake Union Room)
925 Westlake Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109

Washington DC - 7/13 (Wed)
InfoComm International
11242 Waples Mill Road, Suite 200, Fairfax, VA 22030

Atlanta, GA - 7/15 (Fri)
Hyatt Place Atlanta Perimeter
3550 Venture Parkway, Duluth, GA 30096

Cincinnati, OH - 7/20 (Wed)
Holiday Inn Cincinnati Airport (Hamilton & Clermont Rooms)
1717 Airport Exchange Blvd, Erlanger, KY 41018

Dallas, TX - 7/22 (Fri)
Hyatt Summerfield Suites Addison
4900 Edwin Lewis Drive, Addison, TX 75001

Chicago, IL - 7/27 (Wed)
Four Points by Sheraton O'Hare (Salon A)
10249 W. Irvington Park Road at Mannheim Road, Schiller Park, IL 60176

New York, NY - 7/29 (Fri)
Marriot Courtyard Jersey City Newport (Meeting Room A & B)
540 Washington Blvd, Jersey City, NY 07310

*All QEW are from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm (lunch is provided).

 


Oxford Properties Group Picks Audience Software for Scarborough Town Centre Signage

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Markham, ON. Canada - June 29, 2011

Oxford Properties Group is using the Audience software platform to provide new way finding and promotional digital signage as part of the recent renovation to Scarborough Town Centre. Located in Scarborough, Ontario, the upscale shopping centre is the fourth largest in Greater Toronto with over 1,318,000 square feet and more than 220 stores, including The Bay, Sears, Wal-Mart and Old Navy.

Capital Networks Limited, in partnership with Toronto based Fifteen Degrees Ltd, provided the Audience software platform which is responsible for the management of content displayed across the Scarborough Town Centre digital signage network. Fifteen Degrees provided production of the directories and manages and operates the network on behalf of Oxford Properties Group.

Located at each of the shopping centre’s 9 entrances as well as several locations throughout the interior of the mall, the kiosks consist of double sided, bezel-less 70 inch LCD screens. While one side of the kiosk is dedicated to displaying the Scarborough Town Centre maps, store listing and directories, the other runs a rotation of full screen advertising and special event promotion.

The decision to switch from printed directory displays to digital versions was prompted by several key factors, including the fact that monthly updates to the printed directories were often outdated even prior to installation due to the high frequency of store openings and closings. The Audience digital signage solution now allows for up to the minute updates to the directory maps and store listings, ensuring that timely information is always available.

Scarborough Town Centre also wanted more control over promotional messaging displayed on the directories and looked to digital signage as an opportunity to increase revenue through both client advertising and the promotion of upcoming Scarborough Town Centre events.

For further information, please contact Blake Reeves, Business Development and North American
Partner Channel Manager.

T: 905 946-1122 ext 224.
www.capitalnetworks.com

About Capital Networks Limited
Capital Networks Limited is a privately held company based in Markham, Ontario, Canada. Established in 1991, Capital Networks is a respected leader in the supply and support of advanced multimedia systems to communications companies engaged in cable television operation, broadcasting, direct-to-home and place-based media. Capital Networks has sold Audience™ software through authorized resellers into a variety of market segments including Digital Signage, Cable TV, Education, Corporate and Municipal applications in more than 40 countries. Clients include: OLGC - Ontario, York Region Police - Ontario, United States Air Force, United States Marine Corps, N.A.I.T. - Alberta, Pan Pacific Hotels - Singapore,  Cablevision - New York, Rogers Cable TV - Toronto, Cox Communications, and many others.

About Fifteen Degrees Limited

Founded in 2006, Toronto based Fifteen Degrees Limited is a digital media company founded from within the shopping center industry to provide digital deployments to mall owners and retailers.

About Oxford Properties Group
Established as a real estate investor and developer in 1960, today Oxford is a global real estate platform that participates in the market as an investor, owner, asset manager, developer and real estate manager. The company has more than 1,200 employees across Canada, the USA and the UK.

Infinitus Press Release Outdoor LCD powering Skoda Auto promo campaign in Prague

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Prague, Czech Republic, July 12th, 2011

City of Prague, Skoda Auto promotion campaign presents a perfect example of converging number of digital and classic marketing communication tools, with the purpose of creation of unique and highly memorable experience. Advertising agency behind the idea is well respected Laegas Delaney, fully exploiting Skoda Auto participation in financing the renovation of Prague City Museum.

Smart combination of large format facade print covering the construction site, imotion 46” portrait outdoor LCD multimedia system with integrated touch screen and camera, 2m x 2m LED display and promo campaign web site www.skodatvarmuzea.cz, enabled Skoda Auto to create innovative and highly engaging campaign. In this way showcasing its social responsibility drive as well as promoting Skoda Yeti car line. Trough this innovative approach, museum passersby could take a photo at the site and visitors of the web page could upload their photos and appear on the LED screen placed at the facade. The idea was for all to participate in the renovation with lightening up the facade with a smile. Sharing positive attitude and participating their bit to the restoration of one of many Prague city jewels.  

imotion 46” Portrait single sided unit, branded with Skoda graphical elements, equipped with touch screen and IP camera presents integral element of the solution and with its flexibility not only enables target audiences involvement at the spot but also shares information about Skoda and Museum itself. imotion unit was chosen by Skoda Auto as they demanded high performance, high reliability and high aesthetics solution worthy of the location and the purpose. After the campaign, imotion 46” Portrait unit can easily transform into museum info point, attracting passersby to have a peek in the museum.

In the future we can expect steady increase of such high target audience engagement promotional campaigns and digital signage with vast technology options can give advertising sector an opportunity to involve only interested audiences. All in most engaging fashion, giving to acts of advertising actually connotation of pleasant experience. 

Infinitus is EU based specialist supplier of highest reliability all-in-one, large size outdoor public LCD systems, excelling in heat management and inner system environment control. For more information about all imotion products please feel free to visitwww.infinitus-outdoor.comor contact us directly on +386 1 512 80 52.

 

New Product Announcement: AOpen Digital Engine DE67-HA

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Advanced Manageability
The AOpen Digital Engine DE67-HA is the latest edition to the Digital Engine series. The DE67-HA supports Intel® vPro™ technology which is designed to lower TCO for digital signage through the use of Intel® Active Management Technology (AMT 7.0). The advanced management capabilities of an Intel® vPro™ enabled AOpen DE67-HA can help lower power consumption, diagnose hardware issues, reduce the number of expensive on-site repairs and track hardware asset information without physical interaction, even in a powered off state.

Intelligent, Adaptive Graphic Performance
The media player DE67-HA supports the latest 2nd generation Intel® Core Processor Family i3, i5, i7, which offers improved adaptive performance and built-in visual capabilities to bring more intelligent performance to your PC. With the growing demand for dynamic interactive apps such as video conferencing, social media, interactive menuboards, kiosks, HD movies and many more powerful, content heavy applications, Intel integrated HD Graphics 2000 into its 2nd generation Intel® Core processors allowing to stay ahead with these new visual media needs. The processor family also includes Intel® WiDi (Wireless Display) 2.0 technology which allows content to be remotely viewed and shared through a wireless network.

Key features:

  • Supports 2nd Generation Intel® Core Processor Family i3, i5, i7

  • Intel® vPro™ Technology, Intel WiDi
  • Supports Dual channel DDRIII up to 8GB
  • SATA III, USB 3.0 ports & compatibility with USB 2.0/1.1
  • Tough, small (uSFF) shock-absorbent frame
  • High performance full HD 1080p content playback
  • Connect up to 2 displays using DVI-I and DisplayPort outputs
  • Energy efficient green computing


Small in Size, Big in Performance
AOpen’s unique Small Form Factor (uSFF) Digital Engine makes for one of the world’s smallest semi-industrial media players with such strong capabilities. The compact size makes it easy to install behind a display without increasing the space between the wall and the display or to integrate in a kiosk or other specially designed presentation system.  

The versatile design provides flexible integration in order to fulfill different kinds of product customization needs such as: kiosks, point of sales, car PCs, medical care facilities, gaming applications, flight information systems, security systems and more.

About AOpen:
AOpen, Inc. a pioneer in the ultra-small form-factor (uSFF) industry, has cultivated a sophisticated ecosystem of premium solution providers along with distribution channels. The company has built a strong reputation as a digital signage specialist and works closely with its alliance partners, who are available to consult and assist on a per-project basis. The alliance force simplifies the process of bringing digital signage to market.

Please visit us at http://usa.aopen.com

Focal Media Limited Partners with Capital Networks Limited

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Markham, ON. Canada – July 21, 2011

Focal Media Limited has partnered with Capital Networks Limited, becoming the latest authorized Audience Reseller. 

Based in Dublin, Ireland, Focal Media Limited is the preeminent media company operating in the license trade on the island. With a strong focus on Ireland’s hospitality industry, FML specialises in enabling drink brands to connect directly with consumers through a variety of point of purchase signage solutions and are now developing a Digital Media network, replacing and expanding their existing static network.

“We’re all about delivering brand messages to the right people, at the right time, in the right place” says Patrick Hayes, managing director of FML. “Having researched several software options over the past eighteen months, we chose Audience software to drive content on the screens primarily for its ease of use, its ability to create and manage multi zone screens and because of the terrific staff support structure Capital Networks has to offer.”

Hayes goes on to explain, “Younger age groups are very discernible and there is an expectation of digital interaction now. Along with the promotion of key brands, digital signage provides the opportunity to drive footfall back into outlets through the timely promotion of upcoming events. Audience software also enables us to display inline messaging and promotions during televised sports events, giving customers a reason to look at the multi zone screen and enhancing the customer experience.”  

The Audience software platform is used around the world to drive multi zone television channels and dynamic digital signage displays in a wide variety of applications. As an authorized Audience Reseller, Focal Media will provide a variety of services ranging from system integration and installation to end user training and post-sale support.

For further information, please contact Jim Vair, Vice President Business Development.

T: 905 946-1122 ext 231.

www.capitalnetworks.com

About Capital Networks Limited
Capital Networks Limited is a privately held company based in Markham, Ontario, Canada. Established in 1991, Capital Networks is a respected leader in the supply and support of advanced multimedia systems to communications companies engaged in cable television operation, broadcasting, direct-to-home and place-based media. Capital Networks has sold Audience™ software through authorized resellers into a variety of market segments including Digital Signage, Cable TV, Education, Corporate and Municipal applications in more than 40 countries. Clients include: OLGC - Ontario, York Region Police - Ontario, United States Air Force, United States Marine Corps, N.A.I.T. - Alberta, Pan Pacific Hotels - Singapore,  Cablevision - New York, Rogers Cable TV - Toronto, Cox Communications, and many others.

About Focal Media Limited
Focal Media was established in 1999 and specialise in driving sales of key drink brands in Ireland’s license trade. FML has a network of some 1,500 static slimline light boxes “at the moment of brand choice” in selective high-footfall, high-volume establishments across the island of Ireland. FML work with all major brands and enjoy long term contracts with both Diageo and Heineken Ireland.  

Cohen On Content has posted a new item, 'Kim Sarubbi interview'

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Kim Sarubbi, President/CEO, Saddle Ranch Productions, discusses the unique challenges of Digital Signage Content for different verticals.

You may view the latest post here or watch below.

Popstar Networks Satisfies Growing Digital Signage Software Needs, Expanding Executive, Marketing, Sales, and Technical Teams

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For Immediate Release: August 2, 2011

OLATHE, KANSAS (August 2, 2011) — Popstar Networks, Inc., an industry-leading digital media software and services company, today announced several key staffing additions to support the company’s continued focus and growth, providing digital signage solutions within quick service and fast casual dining, retail and healthcare verticals.  
“We’re quite bullish on the marketplace, the growing interest in our digital signage software, and the newest addition to our product offering – Popstar Wireless Broadband,” said Jeff Xouris, vice president of marketing for Popstar Networks.  “These key executive leadership and staffing additions are critical to executing our strategic plan, and are already providing positive impact throughout the company’s sales, marketing, product development and engineering teams. “ 

Popstar Networks’ new team members include:

Craig Turner, Vice President of Business Development, is responsible for developing new business opportunities in the public sector markets. Turner brings an extensive business development  and strategic partnerships background, having previously served in highly relevant executive positions, including:, Senior Vice President of Mobile and Digital Strategy initiatives for Omnicom's Ipsh Agency; Director of Digital Signage/Business Development for Mercury Online Solutions (3M); Senior Market Analyst for Sony USA; and Executive Director of Convergent Media (Sony). Turner is a voting member of the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers, Audio Engineering Society, Association for Interactive Marketing, American Advertising Federation, and the Digital Screenmedia Association.

Ki Chun, Vice President of Software Development, oversees the planning, testing and implementation of Popstar’s product definitions for new and existing product lines based on the market and customer requirements. Chun brings more than 20 years of experience and an impressive history of success in orchestrating the start-up, growth, and optimization of diverse businesses within the Broadband, Software, Wireless, and Hi-Tech Service industries. Prior to joining Popstar, Chun served as CEO for Northrock Energy Solutions, and earned a number of awards as CEO of Renasis, LLC, including Utah Valley Entrepreneurial Forum’s (UVEF) “Top 25 under 5” award.

Mike Karr, Technical Sales Engineer, manages the technology evaluation and specification stage of the sales process, working in conjunction with Popstar’s sales department and industry partners, as a trusted technical advisor and product advocate for Popstar’s product lines and solutions.

Sabrina Killian, Sales and Marketing Operations Specialist, manages, supports and executes day-to-day sales and marketing operations, including seeking improvements to new and existing customer initiatives and relevant business processes.

Chrissy Taylor, Senior Technical Writer, researches, designs, and writes technical documentation for Popstar’s product lines, and contributes content to sales and marketing initiatives.

Peter Harootunian, Senior Software Engineer, designs, tests, and implements technical solutions that support Popstar’s product lines and business objectives.

Adam Denning, Project Engineer, is responsible for the design and implementation of internal projects, such as Popstar’s cloud computing initiative, corporate Web site and intranet.

Karl Havener, Operations Support Technician, provides remote technical support for Popstar’s customer base, as well as internal IT support and inventory management.


About Popstar Networks
Popstar Networks, Inc., headquartered in Olathe, Kansas, delivers advanced digital signage solutions that extend the power of traditional and digital marketing and merchandising programs on-site or in-store to help companies achieve more – more customer satisfaction, more control, more flexibility, and more results from their digital signage networks. Popstar Networks’ innovative solutions give organizations complete control to centrally manage rich content across multiple locations, easily integrate passive and interactive displays, and wirelessly network dozens or thousands of locations. Popstar’s digital media products and services are engaging audiences in a variety of market applications, including healthcare, QSR/Fast Casual, entertainment and retail markets. For more information, visit www.popstarnetworks.com or call 913-747-6300.

Order-Matic and Popstar Networks Partner to Deliver Digital Menu Boards and other Advanced Digital Signage Solutions

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OLATHE, Kansas – August 10, 2011Order-Matic™, a pioneer in the quick service restaurant industry for more than 55 years and Popstar Networks™, an industry-leading digital media software and services company, today announced a reseller and joint marketing agreement for Popstar Networks’ advanced digital signage solutions.  Through this agreement, Order-Matic will market and resell Popstar Networks’ complete digital signage offering, including the company’s Digital Menu Boards (DMB) for multi-location convenience stores, quick-service and fast-casual restaurants.  

With thousands of long-standing customer relationships across the U.S., Order-Matic and its affiliated divisions, have provided order confirmation, point-of-sale, graphics and signage systems to the restaurant industry for more than 55 years.  Through this partnership, Order-Matic is able to meet growing demand for a variety of digital signage needs, and extend related digital services to new and existing clients.  

"We feel it is a natural progression for our customers as we settle into an age of ever changing food costs and the desire for convenience," said Megan Sanford, Director of Marketing, Order-Matic Electronics Corporation.

Designed to specifically meet the needs of today’s QSR and fast-casual restaurants, Popstar Networks’ digital menu board offering is architected to allow easy content distribution, remote location management, flexibility in updating and changing pricing, caloric/nutritional, and other data elements. The system also provides robust scheduling and day-parting, and full support of multi-brand management – all through a single, common interface.   

Additionally, the platform is ideal for developing interactive, self-service ordering kiosks and can be integrated directly with existing point-of-sale systems and other third-party applications, providing a comprehensive solution to the client. 

“It’s not an exaggeration to say Order-Matic is a true industry icon. They’ve led restaurant clients – large and small – to success through their innovation and unique mix of products and services,” said Don Selmon, Chief Marketing Officer for Popstar Networks. “We’re certainly excited to offer technology solutions that will allow Order-Matic and their customers to expand upon that innovation.”  

About Order-Matic
Order-Matic has staked its place in restaurant history by being one of the top manufacturers of drive-in signage and communication equipment.  Our success has been directed by our ability to offer valid solutions to our customers.  Our founder is a firm believer in listening to the customer and creating equipment that streamlines their process, creating an efficient and profitable business.  For more information,  visit www.ordermatic.com or call our sales department at 1-877-475-5716.

About Popstar Networks
Popstar Networks delivers advanced digital signage solutions that extend the power of traditional and digital marketing and merchandising programs on-site or in-store to help companies achieve more – more customer satisfaction, more control, more flexibility, and more results from their digital signage networks. Popstar Networks’ innovative solutions give organizations complete control to centrally manage rich content across multiple locations, easily integrate passive and interactive displays, and wirelessly network dozens or thousands of locations. For more information, visit www.popstarnetworks.com or call (913) 747-6300. 

Contacts:

Dennis Cather
Order Matic National Sales Director
877-475-5716

Stacey Morse
Popstar Networks, Inc.
913-747-6300

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DAVACO Executes Data Collection Initiatives for Clients: Leading Service Provider Offers Integrated Solutions that Create Efficiencies

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Dallas, TX (August 16, 2011) – DAVACO, Inc. (www.davacoinc.com), the national leading provider of turnkey retail and restaurant service solutions, recently announced that the company is available to manage and execute data collection initiatives for nationwide retail and restaurant brands.  DAVACO’s team of professionals can quickly and accurately collect detailed information and photo documentation related to general real estate/mall property, legal/safety, facilities maintenance, construction scope, FF&E, marketing and merchandising. DAVACO says that clients can even develop cross-functional and integrated programs that combine multiple departments’ needs into a single corporate initiative to gain greater efficiencies and build a foundation for more strategic and proactive planning.  

“It is not uncommon for DAVACO to conduct integrated site assessments with hundreds of data points for each location,” said Rick Davis, CEO, DAVACO. “Executing any program with size and importance requires a company like DAVACO that offers the broad scope of expertise, as well as an infrastructure to manage and aggregate the massive amount of data that comes with potentially millions of data points.” 

DAVACO has a nationwide team of professionals that are specifically trained for data collection and have a wide range of applicable skills and technical knowledge. Assessment and survey teams are assigned to programs based on related experience. In addition, DAVACO supports its client programs with ClearThread™, a proprietary technology platform that allows for the aggregation, management and analysis of all the data collected. Utilizing mobile technology, DAVACO’s field teams can provide “real-time” updates from the locationundefinedincluding progress tracking of tasks, issue identification, inventory checks, photography, signature captures and other critical information. Clients can access all information via a secure, online portal and utilize the advanced reporting features to analyze data and evaluate results. 

“Developing a program as comprehensive as an integrated site assessment provides a clear picture for our clients to truly understand the conditions, needs and assets of each individual store location,” said Davis. “And, with the fourth quarter approaching quickly, implementing a site assessment is a smart way for our clients to begin planning for 2012.” 

For more information on DAVACO or the company’s service offering, contact info@davacoinc.com or 877.7DAVACO. 

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About DAVACO, Inc.
DAVACO, Inc. the national leading provider of retail services, specializes in the quality management and execution of high-volume rollouts, retrofits, resets, right-sizing, in-store merchandising, shop-in-shops and associated logistics and consolidation. DAVACO offers a comprehensive range of services that helps retailers maximize brand presence and profitability at retail.  Services include:
  • Rollouts, retrofits, resets and remodels
  • Fixture and graphics installations
  • Project management
  • Hard- and soft-line merchandising
  • Site and marketing surveys
  • Logistics and consolidation
  • Design services
  • Special initiatives
 Founded in 1990, the company is based in Dallas, Texas, with W-2 employees located across the country.  For more information, visit www.davacoinc.com.

Leading Singapore Based Systems Integrator Uses NEXCOM Digital Signage Player for Multi-Display Advertising Deployments

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Fremont, CA, August 22, 2011: A Singapore based company which provides professional digital signage solutions and system integration service in the region, has recently selected NEXCOM's NDiS 540 series digital signage players as their digital signage platform on a number of projects. The company aims to provide real time messaging, as well as mission critical and highly sensitive information display systems. To meet the company's requirements NEXCOM provided the integrator with a high-end, ultra-reliable digital signage player capable of playing multiple display outputs with high quality multimedia content.

When selecting a hardware partner for their deployment, the systems integrator was looking for a purpose-built digital signage player that was capable of playing high quality video on multiple displays, which could boast superb industrial-grade reliability and compact size. It is at this point that NEXCOM provided the perfect solution in the form of the NDiS 540 digital signage player.

The powerful NDiS 540 features 4 independent DVI and audio outputs and is therefore ideal for delivering real time information and advertising across multiple or separate screens. The NDiS 540 eliminates the need for an additional video splitter thus reducing installation costs and TCO.

For deployments that require the streaming of advertisements displayed in specific locations, NEXCOM offered the flexible NDiS 540 digital signage player. This platform comes with an advanced ATI graphic controller, had been used to ensure superior visual effect with 1080P resolution for entertainment and advertisement.

Industrial Grade System, Small in Size, Powerful in Specifications
Housed in a 272 x 195 x 44 (mm) chassis, the NDiS 540 is small in size and specifically designed to be mounted within confined space environments. The customer is not only happy with the size, but also with the industrial grade design of the unit which assures complete reliability. The company does not need to worry about product reliability, a benefit which reduces product down time and reduces maintenance costs.

A representative of the company stated that they were very impressed by the reliability and the ease of implementation of NEXCOM's digital signage solutions. It certainly had a positive impact on their business.

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Founded in 1992, NEXCOM is dedicated to enhancing the value of its customers' businesses through state-of-the-art digital signage technology and customization services. NEXCOM continues to develop digital signage products incorporating the latest technology and works closely with global partners to meet critical requirements. A wide range from cost-effective solutions to high-performance, feature-rich digital signage solutions are created to address the broad spectrum of specific applications unique to customers' business requirements.

2011 AOpen Forum to be held September 15th and 16th

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Every year, AOpen celebrates its partnerships by inviting our top partners to out AOpen Forum. The goal of this annual event is to share insight on the latest technology and industry trends with out fellow partners. Through this gathering AOpen would like to share its direction, and discuss possible future developments and opportunities with our loyal partners.  The theme for this year's AOpen Forum is "Solution to Digital Signage".

AOpen is excited to showcase our newly announced Open Service solution during the AOpen Forum. Open Service is a true end-to-end digital signage solution designed to help business owners with all of the questions they might have when facing today's digital signage market.  According to a recent survey, only one out of 12 projected digital signage projects is successfully deployed. Regardless of the challenges that your business may face, AOpen is here to help by offering a turnkey solution along with our expertise in consulting, content management, user analytics, etc. The ultimate result will be lowered total cost of ownership and more efficiency towards achieving your digital signage goals.

AOpen Forum 2011 will take place on September 15th and 16th at the beautiful Hyatt Regency Hotel near the San Francisco Airport.  Overlooking the San Francisco bay, the Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport is conveniently located 7 minutest away from the airport, and 15 minutes away from the world-renowned downtown San Francisco.  With so much industry insight and fun to share, we are confident that all the invited partners will take home industry know-how along with a long-term and mutually beneficial relationship.  If you are interested to be part of this exciting event, please send your inquiry to AOAmarketing@aopen.com.

Best regards,
Dale Tsai
President, AOpen America

DynaScan Technology, Inc. Adds Manufacturer Sales Representative in Germany

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Contact: Scott Pickus
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DynaScan Technology, a leader in manufacturing unique digital signage solutions, is pleased to announce it is adding Mr. Harald Näther as a Manufacturer Representative to assist in expanding the company’s dealer network in Austria, Germany, Switzerland and surrounding European countries.

Irvine, CA (August 30, 2011) - Harald Näther, a veteran in the digital video and display industry, recently joined DynaScan Technology, Inc. as a manufacturer representative in Germany.  His addition to the DynaScan sales team will be valuable in further establishing the company in the digital signage industry in Austria, Germany, Switzerland and other surrounding European countries through the expansion of its dealer network and channel partners. 
Mr. Näther brings extensive experience in the audio/video and digital industry, previously serving as Vice President of Sales for Kinoton GmbH, Managing Director of DVC Digital Video Computing GmbH, and maintains a sales coaching position with his company, Future-Success. 

This September Mr. Näther will be presenting DynaScan’s new “DS²” line of high brightness professional LCDs at the 2011 OVAB Munich Digital Signage Conference in Munich, Germany. The company will have an Information Point at the conference to present the displays and answer any questions. The displays feature a typical brightness rating of 2,500 nits, making them idea for applications in bright environments such as store front windows. 


About DynaScan Technology, Inc.
DynaScan Technology, Inc. is an innovative digital signage display manufacturer, providing a full range of high brightness and narrow bezel professional LCDs as well as the award-winning line of DynaScan 360° cylindrical LED video displays. DynaScan’s digital signage products have been installed in locations around the world for use in advertising, public information and entertainment. DynaScan offers digital signage products in a wide variety of sizes for both indoor and outdoor applications. DynaScan Technology, Inc. is mainly invested by Chroma Group, a global leader in technology test and measurement instruments, automated test systems, power electronics and special materials. Chroma was founded in 1984, is headquartered in Taipei and is traded on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under 2360. For more information, visit http://www.dynascanusa.com or follow us @DynaScan on Twitter.

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DynaScan Technology Announces New DS0816 Indoor 360 Degree Video Display

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Contact: Scott Pickus
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DynaScan Technology announced this week its newest 360 degree video display model, the DS0816. Measuring over 9 feet tall and 39 inches in diameter, the DS0816 boasts a display area of more than 45 square feet, and a bright 750 cd/m² image.

IRVINE, CA (September 16, 2011)– DynaScan Technology, a leader in manufacturing unique digital signage solutions, announced this week it has expanded its portfolio of indoor 360 degree video displays with a new model, the DS0816. 

Measuring over 9 feet tall and 39 inches in diameter, the DS0816 boasts a display area of more than 45 square feet, the equivalent of a 120-inch LCD, and a bright 750 cd/m² image.  The new model has been designed for indoor applications such as shopping centers, airports, conventions centers, stadiums, and other public venues with high foot traffic. An optional light box base is available to provide greater visibility through the use of backlit posters.

The addition of the DS0816 expands DynaScan Technology Inc.’s 360 degree product portfolio to nine different production displays.  David Huang, director of business development for DynaScan says, “Many of our customers have shown a great interest in larger indoor video displays while maintaining a small footprint.  We believe the DS0816 will fit this need very well.” 

The DynaScan DS0816 utilizes the company’s patented spinning LED technology to create unparalleled image quality. The core structure consists of a drum incorporating several red, green and blue LED modules. As the drum spins, the system controls the lighting of each pixel at a precise location within 1/100th degree accuracy.  The effect results in a remarkable image with high resolution and brightness, with a pixel pitch far smaller than other LED display on the market.

The very first DS0816 video displays were recently installed Paris’s Saint-Lazare train station.  Managed by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer français (SNCF), the DynaScan DS0816 video displays show real-time railway arrival and depature schedule information.

Availability

The DS0816 is available for order through authorized DynaScan dealers or by visiting DynaScan’s website http://www.dynascanusa.com/indoor_digital_signage_DS0816.html.


About DynaScan Technology, Inc.

DynaScan Technology, Inc. is an innovative digital signage display manufacturer, providing a full range of professional LCDs as well as the award winning line of DynaScan 360° cylindrical LED video displays. DynaScan’s digital signage products have been installed in locations around the world for use in advertising, public information and entertainment. DynaScan Technology, Inc. is mainly invested by Chroma Group, a global leader in technology test and measurement instruments, automated test systems, power electronics and special materials. Chroma was founded in 1984, is headquartered in Taipei and is traded on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under 2360. For more information, visit http://www.dynascanusa.com or follow us @DynaScan on Twitter.

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