By Brian Gillespie, freelance writer.
A “Connected Retail Space” is a bit of a buzzword; pushed by people who want to sell business optimisation services. Nevertheless, slathering your business with technology like rich butter over warm toast does have its benefits. Here are 6 retail benefits that having a “Connected” space will provide.
Retail Digital Signage
Retail Digital Signage is the remote-controlled distribution and playback of digital content on displays ranging from digital billboards to much smaller screens, either at a single location or across multiple sites to show product information, promotions, videos, or even live social media feeds. Digital information displays can be used throughout the store for branding, merchandising, promoting products, entertaining customers and improving the customer experience.
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Retail Digital Signage
Retail digital signage is the use of digital displays in retail stores to communicate with customers. This can include displaying product information, advertising new arrivals, or providing directions. Digital signage can be a powerful tool for increasing foot traffic, boosting sales, and improving customer engagement.
Here are some of the benefits of retail digital signage:
- Increased visibility: Digital signage can help to increase the visibility of your products and services. When customers are walking through your store, they are more likely to notice a digital display than a traditional poster or sign.
- Improved customer engagement: Digital signage can help to improve customer engagement by providing them with interactive content. For example, you could create a digital display that allows customers to scan a product barcode to learn more about it.
- Increased sales: Digital signage can help to increase sales by promoting products and services that are on sale or that are new to your store. You can also use digital signage to run targeted promotions that are tailored to the interests of your customers.
- Improved brand awareness: Digital signage can help to improve brand awareness by displaying your logo and branding on a large, high-resolution display. This can help to create a more memorable and engaging shopping experience for your customers.
If you are looking for a way to improve your retail store's marketing and communications, then digital signage is a great option. With so many benefits to offer, digital signage can help you to increase foot traffic, boost sales, and improve customer engagement.
Here are some of the most common types of retail digital signage:
- Product information displays: These displays show information about products, such as prices, descriptions, and reviews.
- Advertising displays: These displays promote products, services, or events.
- Directional displays: These displays help customers find their way around your store.
- Interactive displays: These displays allow customers to interact with content, such as by playing games or answering questions.
There are many different types of digital signage that can be used in retail stores. Some of the most common types include:
- LCD monitors: LCD monitors are a popular choice for digital signage because they are affordable and easy to install.
- LED screens: LED screens are more expensive than LCD monitors, but they offer better image quality and brightness.
- Projection: Projection is a good option for large areas, such as store windows or ceilings.
