Digital Signage Solutions

Q: How is Noventri changing the digital signage industry?
A: We're changing the industry by putting digital signage in the hands of everyone, with the new Eco-Series™ line of products - the SF-100e Player, Noventri DS Suite™, and Noventri Server™. The SF-100e Player is being offered at an unprecedented price. The Noventri DS Suite™ and Noventri Server™ are now combined into a new software package, which we're offering completely free. The software even functions as a simple standalone digital signage player that can be used with your pre-existing PC and monitor setup, with many additional features accessible through the SF-100e Player.

Q: Why does the industry need to change at all?
A: As of right now, it's nearly impossible to get the truth about digital signage, it's nearly unaffordable, it's too difficult to use without hiring extra staff, and it's too hard to make it look good. Our mission is to fix these problems.

Q: What can digital signage do for me?
A: Although there are too many benefits to list in an FAQ, digital signage can save you time, cut down on staff and client frustration, and make communication a worry-free process. It can also offer ROO (Return on Objectives), such as strengthening brand identity and reducing perceived wait time.

Q: What type of digital signage do I need?
A: It depends on what type of objectives you are trying to achieve. Low-cost, still-based digital signage suits the majority of venues. Locations such as airports, meeting rooms, etc. WILL NOT benefit from a more expensive video-enhanced or animated digital signage installation. Animations and videos should be reserved for locations that can count on long customer dwelling time - such as lines for food stands and theatres. A good rule of thumb to follow is this: If your customers are moving, your signage should be still; if your customers are still; then your signage may be moving, but even then, motion should be used with extreme caution. Read The Truth Behind Digital Signage.

Q: What is the purpose of digital signage?
A: Primarily to communicate and enhance your image or brand. It can also be used to entertain, educate and advertise, depending on the venue or install location.

Q: Why is digital signage any better than my paper signs?
A: The natural progression of a sign is a digital sign; digital signs allow for instant updates without reprinting. Digital signs will also catch the eye much more effectively than paper signs. If done properly, digital signs can improve your image or brand and communicate your message more effectively.

Q: Is there any benefit to getting digital signage players that are not PC-based?
A: Using non-PC-based players means you don't need to worry about viruses. Usually, you won't need to reboot them either, because you're not dealing with an operating system. (Windows, etc.) The SF-100e Player, due to its small size, can be mounted locally behind each display. It doesn't get viruses, it doesn't need rebooted, and it uses about 2 percent of the power of a PC.

Q: Why is Noventri Eco-Series™ digital signage better than PowerPoint?
A: Noventri Eco-Series™ digital signage ties into existing databases to automate your digital signage network. You will schedule campaigns and messages to display when you want, automatically. It isn't just a slideshow. Amongst other advantages, such as being able to mount it right behind a screen or in a wall, the SF-100e Player is cheaper to acquire and run than purchasing a PC and PowerPoint.

Q: What is signage like outside of the United States?
A: Outside of the United States, digital signage is primarily still-image based. Screens are appearing everywhere, in store windows and every other conceivable place. The United States is even behind third world countries when it comes to digital signage installation and utilization!

Q: Where is your equipment made?
A: The Noventri SF-100e Player is designed and manufactured in the United States with U.S. and some imported components. Noventri DS Suite™ and Noventri Server™ were designed and coded in the United States. When you call Noventri, you are guaranteed to speak to a customer service representative inside of the United States.

Q: Is digital signage affordable?
A: After totaling up the costs of servers, players, software, displays, extenders, cables, installation, content, power consumption, maintenance and any other recurring fees, such as SaaS and licensing, digital signage can be quite expensive. Noventri Eco-Series™ line of digital signage products solves these problems by eliminating the crushing cost of digital signage software and the need for extenders and receivers. Cutting down on power consumption, cost of content creation and eliminating maintenance. You can even eliminate the need for a network with Sneaker Net.

Q: Is digital signage easy to use and manage?
A: While every digital signage system and network will have a learning curve, an ideal system will have a small enough learning curve that you won't need to hire additional staff or take a college course to operate. Noventri Eco-Series™ software comes with tutorial videos to get you up to speed fast. You'll be creating your own projects in no time and we're always here to help. Automated scheduling and databasing means less human intervention and less work for you and your team.

Q: Is it difficult to create content?
A: Content is difficult to create. Content gets much easier with STILL content creation. Even then it takes an over active right brain to create good, compelling content. Noventri has revolutionized the industry by making customized digital signage content available to anyone at a flat rate. Read more in the Content Management page.

Q: Can digital signage make me money?
A: In our examination of the market, particularly ad-revenue based digital signage networks; we've never seen the evidence of a true Return-On-Investment (ROI). With the new Noventri Eco-Series™ products that eliminate recurring fees and offer very low acquisition investment, ROI may finally be possible.

Q: Can digital signage at least save me money?
A: If you're printing a lot of signs, cost effective digital signage, like the Noventri Eco-Series™ line of products, may actually save you some money. The SF-100e Player uses less power than a child's nightlight. Noventri Server™ can put players and displays in standby mode based on a schedule to save even more money! However, digital signage has other benefits that may not be easily quantifiable. An improvement in your image or brand and better communication, may increase your profits. Consider all of your objectives when looking for digital signage.

Q: Does anyone look at the ads on digital signage?
A: People do look at ads on STILL posters and signs. It was believed that adding video and animations would attract more viewers, so when digital signage technology became available they became heavily used. Next time you're at your local mega-store, take a look for yourself. While video or heavily animated content may initially get the attention of your audience, we're finding that people are starting to ignore digital signage because it's too "busy." It takes time and effort for our brains to make sense of all that information, so most just tune it out. We are finding that well-created, STILL content with simple transitions can catch the eye without annoying or distracting anyone and the attention returns.

Q: Does digital signage require a lot of maintenance?
A: It depends on the complexity of the installation. You should try to get a digital signage system with low complexity, thus minimizing maintenance and points of possible failure. The SF-100e Player doesn't require receivers and transmitters, and it doesn't have internal fans or moving parts, which practically eliminates maintenance. Noventri Server™ can put players and displays in standby mode based on a schedule, not just to save money, but also to reduce the run time of screens, thus substantially extending their life (Contact us prior to purchasing monitor to determine compatibility.)

Q: Can digital signage run reliably, 24/7?
A: If you require it, it should! Your paper signs don't shut off, do they? The less complex the installation the less down time you will experience. The Noventri SF-100e Player is designed to run 24/7 in any environment.


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