{"id":48023,"date":"2024-07-29T11:04:15","date_gmt":"2024-07-29T11:04:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/trueomni.com\/?p=48023"},"modified":"2024-07-30T17:19:58","modified_gmt":"2024-07-30T17:19:58","slug":"top-5-things-to-consider-when-buying-a-kiosk-and-signage-solution","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trueomni.com\/french\/blog\/top-5-things-to-consider-when-buying-a-kiosk-and-signage-solution\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Things to Consider When Buying a Kiosk & Signage Solution"},"content":{"rendered":"
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When it comes to purchasing an Interactive Kiosk, making an informed decision is crucial.\u00a0 Not all Kiosk software and hardware is the same and there are some key features you will want to be aware of before making your decision.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>

Here are the top five factors to consider, ensuring that you ask these imperative questions. This guarantees your money is well spent and your solutions represent the right software and hardware, from portable, indoor and outdoor products.<\/p>

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1. Hardware<\/strong><\/h2>

Quality matters, not all hardware can withstand prolonged usage, your goal is to have a product that can provide 10 years of consistent service. While it might be tempting to go for cheaper options from various manufacturers you need to understand the risks of these products.<\/p>

Many manufacturers will ship products directly from China or areas with less quality control. See below for must ask questions and things to consider as there can be several downfalls to succumbing to the price tag.\u00a0<\/p>

  • Ensure screens are Tier 1 manufacturers, ELO, LG, Samsung are the strongest brands, with the best warranties and repair records<\/b><\/li>
  • Hardware enclosures should be aluminum or cured steel to withstand corrosion and be durable if inside or outside use<\/b><\/li>
  • External PC\u2019s are integral to power your screens, be careful if the PC is integrated on the system board as maintenance and driver support is difficult or can cause long repair times<\/b><\/li>
  • Hardware imported and not tested in the US, can have several issues with drivers especially if you have peripherals, such as cameras, terminals or readers.\u00a0 Make sure you know about the support the company can provide<\/b><\/li>
  • Although support is mentioned below, you need to ask the questions of how your hardware is supported if there is an issue, such as local parts, replacement time<\/b>s<\/li><\/ul>
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    Advanced and required features, future-proofed hardware, and ADA components are key parts of the longevity of your kiosk solution. There are new handicap requirements required at the state and federal mandate levels, so ensuring the ability to upgrade these units is important.\u00a0<\/div>
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    Ask some questions such as:<\/div>
    • How do you support next-generation technologies such as AI, Voice, Videoconferencing<\/b><\/li>
    • What happens if a new technology comes out can you replace cameras or equipment inside the Kiosk\u00a0<\/b><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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