Today we are excited to announce a significant milestone for HootBoard. With great pride, we are happy to introduce free versions of HootBoard’s easy to setup kiosk and digital signage software.

Make Your Digital Signage Content Look Great

Our mission here at HootBoard is to help people and organizations align better through effective communication and people engagement.

One of the first building blocks to achieving the mission was to create the first of its kind 360 degree communications platform that allows organizations to have a single effective place to communicate with their audience across all possible channels – web, mobile, digital signage, and touch kiosks. Award-worthy HootBoard-powered touch kiosks are now in use in over 14 countries across the globe and growing rapidly.

As part of this phase, we implemented some key concepts like being able to post once and have your communications post to multiple channels. We also launched our app store that allows users to create their own apps to point to a webpage or pull relevant content together.

A Digital Signage Solution for the Modern Age

Today I am happy to say that our relentless focus on this mission has allowed us to quickly become the kiosk software of choice for the tourism industry in the span of two short years.

With that success as a foundation, we feel we have an opportunity to align even better with our mission to help organizations of all sizes achieve success by effectively communicating with and engaging audiences that matter to them. The freemium access to some of the core functionality then makes a lot of sense.

Easily Set Up Your Free Digital Signage Software

Organizations can now set up their own digital signage and kiosks simply by signing up, and connecting to their HootBoard accounts via. a free screen id. Once they hit the monthly usage limit, they can decide if they want to upgrade or simply wait for the usage to reset the following month.

The free signage and the free digital kiosks functionality include a 100 monthly engagement units limit till some functionality gets hidden. Also, these screens may be ad-supported with reduced revenue sharing. We hope that making the freemium version available means more organizations will be able to take advantage of what we have to offer.

As always we love your comments and feedback – that is how we get better. If any of you have any questions or feedback, please reply or reach out to support@hootboard.com

Popular Digital Signage Uses

• Office Communication – HootBoard’s free digital signage software allows offices to display important announcements, meeting reminders, or performance metrics on smart TVs. It makes internal communication more engaging and efficient.
• Employee Engagement – Digital signage apps can be used to recognize employee achievements, share company news, office internal communications, or promote team building activities. With HootBoard, you can create dynamic content that engages employees and enhances their work experience.
• Deskless Workers – For workers who don’t have a dedicated workspace, digital signage media players can provide critical information and updates. The best part is HootBoard’s software works seamlessly with any operating system, including Android devices.
• Lobby Marketing – A digital display in a lobby can promote products, services, or upcoming events to visitors. HootBoard’s advanced features make it easy to distribute content to your target audience, enhancing the customer experience.
• Large Lobby Spaces – With HootBoard, any place with a large lobby can become an engaging content hub. The software allows for content scheduling, ensuring relevant information is displayed at the right time.
• Customer Experience – Digital signage can be used to provide useful information, advertise special offers, or entertain customers while they wait. HootBoard’s free account comes with unlimited storage, allowing businesses to create a variety of engaging content.

HootBoard’s free digital signage software has a user-friendly interface, eliminating the steep learning curve often associated with similar systems. Plus, if you need help, phone support is readily available. You can also embed a web page directly onto your digital display, providing even more ways to engage your audience.

Download HootBoard’s free digital signage apps today to revolutionize your communication strategy. With its advanced features and user-friendly interface, it’s the best digital signage software for businesses of all sizes.

Questions? Contact Our Digital Signage Team! We are Ready to Help

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us. We would love to tell you more about our free digital signage software. If you need case studies, or review from our many satisfied customers, we would love to provide that to you.

Some Good Questions to Consider Asking

If you need some guidance, here are some great questions to consider if you wish to learn more. Feel free to pick any question from this list that applies to you, and we can get started.

• What are the core features of HootBoard’s free digital signage software?
• Can I manage unlimited remote screens using your digital signage solution?
• How can I create engaging digital signage content using your platform?
• Are there any basic features that are not included in the free digital signage solutions but are available in paid digital signage plans?
• Can HootBoard’s digital signage software be used for digital menu boards and TV screens?
• Does your digital signage system support interactive digital signage?
• Are there free templates available for creating digital signage content?
• Can your digital signage software handle multiple screens at once?
• Is the digital signage player included in the free digital signage package or is it sold separately?
• How does your digital signage solution work with smart TVs and other mobile devices?
• Is your digital signage software completely free or are there hidden costs?
• Can your digital signage software be used to manage digital signage screens remotely?
• Is there an option for unlimited screens in your free digital signage solutions?
• Can your digital signage software be customized to meet my specific digital signage needs?
• Is HootBoard’s digital signage software based on open source digital signage technology?
• Can I display digital signs on multiple types of digital screens (e.g., TV screens, digital menu boards) with HootBoard’s software?

Hey! Why don’t you answer these questions here?

Good question! We would love to, however, every usecase has a different scenario for the above questions. In order for us to serve you as accurately as possible, we need to get more information from you. That’s why we offer these questions that you can choose from and bring to a discussion with one of our experts. You can ask however you’d like. You don’t have to call. Simply email, submit a form question, or schedule a time. We are here for you.

              
Satya Shahade
Founder & CEO, HootBoard

Listen On:

It is with great excitement and enthusiasm that we introduce to you our new podcast! This is something that has been on our minds for some time, and we felt now is the right time to launch. The Destination Marketing industry has been a solid supporter of HootBoard technology pre-pandemic. The pandemic has decimated the very communities and businesses that the Destination Marketing industry relies on and serves.

Why are we doing this now?

Needless to say, the Pandemic changes everything. Even when it’s long gone – which it will be – the DMOs will see a tremendous transformation in their business environment, their place in the community, and how they do things. Here are some of the reasons why we chose to do this podcast now.

• The transition from a DMO (purely marketing & sales) to a DMMO (Marketing and management organization) will be immediate. DMOs who have been holding out on recognizing their economic development role will realize they have no choice but to step in these bigger, more prominent shoes.
• Budgets will be soft to put it lightly for the foreseeable future. Having to deal with a more expansive mission on tighter budgets will mean new ways of doing things, having to experiment, and be inventive.
• Marketing will not be the same. Lower budgets mean you can’t just throw money on huge campaigns, and ad-runs. The focus will move increasingly inward. Destination marketers will have to look at the visitor journey more closely and focus on tapping your visitors for free marketing.

While we are not fortune tellers, one thing we can predict for sure: THERE WILL BE A LOT OF LESSONS. With change comes new ways of doing things and a lot of education while we do this. With launching the podcast we just hope to capture, document, and spread these lessons so the entire DMO community can capitalize on these. This will be our way to give back to this amazing industry.

5 Reasons Why You Should Subscribe to the Podcast

1. We are Learning Valuable Lessons from a Variety of Destinations.

One of the great things about HootBoards reach is our ability to engage with areas with different needs. Some areas are more focused on people traveling for contract work, other areas are focused more on tourism and vacation, and other locations have a specific quirk or draw that is unique to their area. We are learning so much! And if you are a destination marketing or visitor information organization, you will learn a lot too.

2. We are Discussing Best Practices

Our goal from the beginning was to learn and share the best practices in the industry. We wanted to be a podcast that you could listen to weekly and learn something new, or confirm knowledge that you already know. Everyone is at a different level of knowledge in the visitor information and destination marketing industry, and we are committed to helping bridge that knowledge gap so we all can succeed.

3. We are Sharing Actionable Items

We want every episode to have an actionable item that you can implement as soon as you finish listening. It can be frustrating to listen to an abstract discussion about marketing philosophy. Don’t get us wrong! We love thinking deeply and digging through data to try and find trends and break down what they can possibly mean. However, that sometimes ends at the thought process and can sometimes not lead into anything useful. In this podcast, we love identifying action items that the listener can use or write down, research, and implement later.

4. We are Getting to Know the Thought Leaders in the Industry

The best part about this industry, in our opinion, is the people! We love interviewing and getting to know the leaders in this space. We want to bring the personalities, the intelligence, and the leadership from around the world. You’ll get to know many of the thought leaders.

5. We are Having Fun!

Let’s not forget this important part. We are having fun learning and getting to know everyone. It’s fun to learn new things, and it’s even more fun to make new friends and colleagues.

So please make the HootBoard Visitor Information and Destination Marketing Podcast part of your media consumption. You’ll learn a lot of great information and get to know more people in the industry. Don’t forget to subscribe, download, and you can even find our content on YouTube! We are available everywhere popular content is consumed, and we look forward to seeing you engage with us and our channel.

Nominate a guest (or yourself 😉 ) on the podcast: podcast@hootboard.com