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Why traditional sign business are now adopting dynamic digital screens?

Many traditional sign business owner think dynamic digital screen signage is difficult to operate and at the same time potentially competitive to their existing business. Actually, instead digital signage should be viewed as an good opportunity to bring prosperity for your ever-changing business.


For many sign business owners, the thought of Digital Signage conjures up fears and negative emotions. These feelings are frequently based on viewing digital signage as potential threat to their business, rather than an opportunity for growth and prosperity.

Common reasons against adding digital signage to their portfolio range from the thought that it is unnecessary for their customers, it is too expensive, too difficult to figure out, no idea where to start, or worse yet, they are just afraid of change. At some point these were very valid observations about the immature technology. However, innovations in the technology, content development software, and delivery mechanisms have really matured to a point where they are now ready for your consumption. Let's quickly examine the route you can take to include digital signage to your business.

The path to digital signage sales for your business is getting easier by the day. The first step you must take is the hardest, and that is to make the commitment to honestly consider the potential benefits for you and your customers. The fact is there really is no downside to supplementing your existing signage with dynamic digital signage. It requires almost no money to get started so long as you already own a computer. No equipment is required to create the product besides a PC, there are no wasted materials, and there are no supplies to order or stock. There are many free or demo based digital signage applications that you can download and start testing today. The real trick to successful Digital Signage isn't the technology, it is the design and content that goes into the system that matters.

The most convincing reason to consider digital signage is that the small and medium size businesses that you currently serve are untapped resources. Every day businesses of all sizes are looking towards digital signage to quickly add value, increase communications and solve real business problems. When the time comes that your customers are interested in using digital signage, you want them to naturally gravitate towards you. An industry secret that you should know is that the hardware is a commodity, with little margins. The money in digital signage is the "value-add" services, and that is precisely where you will be, if you choose to do so. The key is to get a head start on your competition by being the first to market Digital Signage in your area. By leading the way you will attract new customers while expanding your offering to your existing clients.

Let's consider the idea that Digital Signage is not needed or not helpful to business. This is a difficult excuse to overcome because there are so many applications for digital signage, each with its own benefits. This notion is a typical first reaction, but with a little knowledge and experience it quickly fades away. Sure it's not right for everyone, but with a little careful deliberation you will find it to be a very flexible solution for you to offer alongside your current signage services. Your key to success will be to leverage what you already know about sign making, add on the ability to integrate digital signage, and the result will be your capacity to deliver the best solutions to your customers. 

Your existing customers represent a wonderful opportunity that you should not pass up. In some hotel or restaurant, owners adopts indoor LED screens to display their newest specialties, and the most advantages they want to show to their guests or customers. In this example, the customers are greeted with eye catching graphics and dynamic videos. Customers have an idea of what they are going to get when they order it and as such they are more likely to consider all of the menu options. This sign attracts attention, increases product awareness and will more than likely lift sales. This is the power of digital signage and it is something definitely worth your consideration.


Being a sign maker, you already possess the ability to really get creative with digital signage. There is no reason why you cannot incorporate a commercial LED screen of your required size into your existing signage designs. By simply adding a display inside your signage, you will show your true creative talents while adding in state of the art technology. Digital Signage does not need to stop at hanging a flat panel on the wall. In fact, that is the point at which you will separate yourself from the competition. Utilize the talent and tools that you already have to create unique hybrid signage solutions that attract attention and is smart at the same time. This is what will distinguish your shop from others  and open up doors for you creatively and financially. 


Adapted from article by Justin Ryan from sign industry
Arise Technology Co,Ltd.