The convention was well attended and much of our booth traffic stopped to engage with the screen. The creative design of the content employed by Meritrust and designed by K&D, is truly head turning and show stopping.

Here’s a photo of our K&D tabletop exhibit booth and a link to the loop running on the Engagement Station. After viewing the loop… we just have one question for you. When can we can we build one for you?

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A highlight of the general session was an introduction to the amazing mission of Purple Heart Homes (PHH). PHH is dedicated to providing personalized housing solutions for Service Connected Disabled Veterans and their families that are substantial in function, design and quality—homes that are fit to welcome home, and thank, the fighting men and women of America. Each case is different, but in all cases Purple Heart Homes provides at little or no cost to the veteran a “quality of life solution” that creates an injury specific, barrier free-living environment. These solutions can range from remodeling an existing home already owned by the veteran, to creating an entire living space from the ground up.

Additionally, our good client, Peach State Federal Credit Union, is a big supporter of PHH and works hard to ensure that returning vets to the Atlanta area can secure a mortgage without penalties associated with credit issues.

K&D was motivated by the goals behind PHH to make a monetary donation of support on behalf of K&D clients nationwide.

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Members can quickly navigate to their desired product content using a striking full-color and easy-to-use menu screen that was custom designed for Meritrust by K&D.

A retail experience such as this appeals to all demographics, especially millennials, as they seem to gravitate to a screen experience every time.

This is how the digital savvy generation is accustomed to “downloading” information into their considered purchase set, so the real question for you is… why shouldn’t you be providing your content in-branch in a similar manner? The answer of course is that you should, and your first step toward doing so is to give us a call at K&D. As you can see, we’ve been there and done that. Now, let us do it for you.

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Speaking of bigger, check out this image from Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. The NFL KC Chiefs know how to do social media in a unique and engaging way… they put up selected tweets on their big video screen known as Arrowvision. Fans can get their tweets up on the big board and they love crafting creative messages to try and get them selected to be “in lights”.

On a more normal 1:1 scale, the same incentive exists for the folks who come into your branches. They too, enjoy their fleeting moments of fame when they can get one of their posts in lights.

How can you make this happen? First, give us a call and we can put the wheels in motion to make it all work. Second, devise a contest or deploy some incentives to be awarded to the most creative posts that show the love to your organization. Social media is all about honest conversations and having shareable content. What better way to share conversations than to put them up… in lights?

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So why not apply the same approach to digital merchandising? New affordable screen prices and wireless technology combine to make most any application possible, including repetition of messaging.

Check out these windows in this Columbia Sportwear store. One bank of windows. Four screens. Four identical content elements. It makes quite the total impression.

How can you incorporate digital messaging into your branch windows? We’re betting again and again and again. Give us a call for a price quote on great high-resolution screens today.

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The screen in their waiting area is a monster… 90” of pure infotainment, branding and promotion all designed to grab the undivided attention of waiting customers.

But the most innovative installation is their use of two K&D Vertical Engagement Stations side-by-side and flanking a laser printer. The screen on the left is a complete online library of product information, services, applications, etc. that can all be printed instantly on demand. And the screen on the right is currently set-up for on-the-spot product demos like mobile banking.

No posters, no collateral, no expensive printing and distribution costs. Everything handled digitally by the award-winning, and intuitive, Kiosk & Display iPoster platform. Can we help you make the move away from paper like we did for CBB? You bet we can. Just ask.

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The marketing folks that promote Johnnie Walker scotch whiskey must feel the same way. Look closely at the image with this post to see the very creative way they have integrated their digital signage into free-standing displays that are designed to look like suitcases or trunks. Upon closer examination, you will see that the purpose of their promotion is to highlight the “Explorer’s Club Collection” and is being marketed as “new and exclusive to travelers”. Travelers… suitcases… get it?

This demonstrates clever thinking outside the box, or in this case the suitcase, and is really attention getting. Add interesting messages on the screen and you’ve got an engaging experience that goes way beyond traditional applications.

Do you think beyond traditional installations? At Kiosk & Display, we do. And we haven’t even touched the Johnnie Walker. Yet.

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Check out this photo straight from the sidewalk in Lisbon, Portugal. A person directing their own way through content choices by interacting with the digital display via Kinect technology. Yes, it works through the front glass plate. Wow. She is self-directing herself to the most relevant content for her. As a marketer, you don’t have to guess what interests her… she can self-select.

This is engagement through the looking glass, bringing the ultimate in user experience right to your front door. Or rather, your front window. And it works for you 24/7.

Let’s make this work for you. We’ve already engineered Kinect technology into the award-winning iPoster Digital Merchandising platform. Give us a call and we’ll have the crowds waving at you in no time.

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That’s really what sets us apart from our competition and is the key differentiator of our company. We don’t use templates and syndicated content. Why would you want the same message on your digital merchandising screens as your competitor’s screens across the street? You wouldn’t. We respect that. And we’re driven by that.

Community-focused messages are some of the most popular content that we develop. And for good reason… community messages allow for your clients to understand that your organization is part of the fabric of the community. They are great examples of what’s called “hyper-local” marketing, which all the marketing pundits are talking about.

Not sure of what we’re talking about? Watch this short video of our winter 2012-2013 community-driven messages. You’ll get the idea. Then hopefully you’ll get the idea to call K&D to talk about your own community message needs. We’re ready to put our passion to work for you.

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I have to tell you how much I enjoy working with your company! We have only really been up and running for about a month… but from concept to managing the project to getting running to on-going support, your team has been great!!

I love the fact that Sharon just sent out a storm scene graphic that fits the current situation perfectly!

I hope to be adding to the number of displays we have later this year.

THANKS for the great service!

 

– Product Development & CRA Manager at a Community Bank

If you would like to speak to this K&D fan, give us a call and we’ll put you in contact with her. But warning… you might start gushing about our support and service!

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They do this by utilizing custom branded content created by the K&D creative team that breaks the mold of traditional financial education tips. Generic tidbits found on the internet were just too fundamental and Peach State Federal Credit Union wanted to step up their game.

This led to the custom program… Smart Tips. K&D content specialists create all tips and then visually transform them into arresting visuals that command attention every time they appear in the play list.

Do you need a custom content program to embrace your brand position? Don’t settle for generic messages and templates… give us a call to discuss how we can bring your brand to life in the branch.

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These 3 K&D staffers have nearly 50 years of combined experience communicating with messaging… first in analog, now all digital:

Sharon Klocek-Ibbotson

• 25 years of presentation development experience
• Fortune 100 clients like Kodak & Xerox
• 10 years experience specializing in digital merchandising
• To-date has managed 696 projects for K&D
• Enjoys chocolate and running

Allison Carter

• BS in Computational Media
• Graduate of Georgia Tech
• Unique skill-set of technology & creativity
• Fluent in all major programming languages
• Enjoys Asian food and Japanese Travel (not fluent in that yet)

Jon P. VanderMeer

• President & Founder Kiosk & Display – now celebrating 11 Years
• 21 Years experience communicating with digital messages/presentations
• Communications degree from Rochester Institute of Technology
• Creator of work atmosphere that is consistent & repeatable
• Enjoys being an “extra” on The Walking Dead TV show

Stop by our booth and tap into their digital merchandising knowledge!

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The date: March 24^th – 27^th.

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• First, there’s the award-winning K&D iPoster digital merchandising platform.
• Second, there’s the best-in-class support and service.
• Thirdly, is the dynamic custom content available from K&D designers

No other digital merchandising partner delivers the dynamic, motivating and relevant content like K&D does. Custom and branded, no templates and high definition resolution are just some of the features that set K&D apart from the crowd of also-rans.

But the kicker and deal clincher for CSB was the ability of K&D to provide local content specific to each branch location. We do it day in and day out for multiple clients, yet our competition claims it can’t be done. Or is it because they don’t want to do it? It takes time, effort and attention to detail to deliver branch-specific content. We do it because we believe in the power of it and we bet you do, too.

Why don’t you take the time to see why banks and credit unions are switching to Kiosk & Display for their digital merchandising needs? We can put you in touch with our clients so you can ask them for yourselves why they made the switch.

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Others have discovered the power of communicating with associates in the back of the house. Break rooms and lunchrooms provide an opportunity to inform, educate and entertain your branch staff when they’re off the selling floor.

We’ve seen (and created) many different content topics including: HR announcements; daily cross-selling and customer engagement tips; competitive staff sales contests; inspirational messages from management; and organization developments. And with the ability to connect cable or satellite feeds, you can schedule entertainment blocks so the soap opera crowd doesn’t get upset.

The best part? The second channel is included at no extra charge as part of the iPoster system. Just add monitors and content (we can help you there, too) and you’ve got your own employee-facing communications platform.

Just give us a call and we’ll get you set-up.

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At K&D we’re all about engagement and creating unique experiences and our fearless leader, Jon VanderMeer, applied that same cultural philosophy to the celebration. We gathered at the home of an Atlanta culinary and arts professional, Chef Hopeton Hibbert, for an exciting and original evening of fun, laughter and a unique meal prepared right in front of us.

It wasn’t just any meal as Jon solicited our favorite dishes prior to the evening. Chef Hibbert then blended his own interpretation, experience and secret recipes into artful and tasteful treats for the entire gang. Check out the photo of the menu board for specifics. Each plate was paired with unique alcohol concoctions to ensure smooth consumption. And our ever-prudent leader made sure we had safe transportation home in order to enjoy the libations.

Presents were exchanged. We got to know our compatriots’ spouses and we learned about each other’s peccadillos when it comes to food that pushes normal boundaries. How could you not enjoy an evening like this?

Before we know it, we’ll be celebrating another year and another holiday season. And we’ll probably do it after the hubbub of the actual season. But that’s okay because we’ll be anxiously waiting to see how Jon tops this year.

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Client: Peach State FCU
Message: Announce name change from Gwinnett FCU to Peach State FCU

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What distinguishes Microsoft’s Windows 8 from other operating systems like Apple’s iOS and Google’s Android is that Windows 8 is designed to be run like a traditional desktop. Windows 8 combines the power and freedom of standalone computers, but with the sleekness and mobility of a tablet. With access to an opened file system and the ability to install Windows programs, current digital signage software can run on the platform. Anything that can run on Windows 8 can theoretically run on the tablet counterpart.

There are caveats of course. As with any new platform, a plethora of testing must be done. In addition, Windows RT is being run on  portion of tablets as well. Windows RT is Windows 8 without the desktop portion, thus without the flexibility or power. This exists on more budget minded models, and will be a locked system much like the competitors.

The important thing to take away from the emergence of this new platform is the future possibilities that can arise. IBM and Samsung are releasing updated Tablets with full access to Windows 8, and many other companies will soon follow suite. In such a completive market, it is an exciting time to look towards the future of tablet computing.

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Most digital merchandising vendors will tell you that can’t incorporate local RSS feeds into their content. It’s not that they can’t, they won’t take the time. At Kiosk & Display, we’re all about making your content relevant, meaningful and local. It’s the only way your brand will stand out from the crowd. We always make sure that people get your messages.

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At Kiosk & Display, we’re always on the lookout for new technology partners that can bring cutting edge tools to our digital merchandising iPoster platform. And we’ve got a new one for you to check out: Eyeclick. As they say in their tagline, magic sells, and we are believers.

Check out their website and demonstration videos here.

They have three distinct products for your branch: floors, windows and table surfaces. We like the floor application best. How about you? Ready to try something like this in one of your branches? If so, give us a call and we’ll work out a pilot program for you. With an interactive floor in your branches, people will definitely get your messages.

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As you probably know, the Treasury Department on March 1, 2013 is phasing out paper check payments and requiring federal benefit recipients to get their money electronically. People can choose to get their payments by direct deposit to a bank or credit union account or to a Direct Express^® Debit MasterCard^® card account.

This mandate provides you a wonderful opportunity to create good will, and build your share of wallet, by promoting the deadline. And Kiosk & Display has created a high attention-getting animation to do just that. Plus we will give it you free of charge. Yes, it’s free and it’s available to any bank or credit union that wants to use it. Just fill out the handy little form below and we’ll contact you to be sure we get the right specifications for your system. Of course, if you’re already using the award-winning K&D iPoster platform, then we’ll have your free animation winging its way to you in no time.

But hurry, the countdown is on!

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Client: Any bank or credit union
Message: Create awareness for the Treasury Department phasing out paper checks to federal benefit recipients

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