The Hootboard Blog
A Complete Guide to Using NJ Historic Trust Grants to Fund a Visitor Kiosk (2026 Edition)
Historic preservation in New Jersey has evolved beyond simply protecting buildings. Today, historic sites are also expected to educate,...
How to Use the Discover NJ History Grant to Fund a HootBoard Kiosk
Fund Your Visitor Kiosk Using the Discover NJ History Grant (Up to $7,500) A step-by-step guide for New Jersey historical societies,...
The Future of Career Services: How Universities Can Use Kiosks to Match Students With Jobs and Internships
Career services offices were never meant to feel invisible. They exist to be one of the most consequential touchpoints in a student’s...
The Privacy Paradox: How Travel & Hospitality Brands Can Collect Customer Data Without Losing Trust
Personalization has become the baseline expectation in travel. Guests expect relevance—quietly, instinctively. They expect hotels to...
2026 Partner Outlook: Why Visitor Intelligence Will Matter More Than Screens, Software, or Hardware
Executive Summary: A Quiet Shift Most Partners Are Underestimating For more than a decade, the AV and digital signage industry has grown...
The Hidden ROI of Digital Engagement: How Smart Campuses Increase Enrollment & Alumni Giving
University leaders face a paradox: While digital-native students expect seamless, high-engagement experiences, most campuses still deliver...
How AI-Driven Kiosks Will Redefine Hyper-Personalized Travel in the Next Decade
For more than a decade, the travel and hospitality sectors have invested heavily in personalization. Yet despite sophisticated CRM...
2026 Forecast: What Clients Will Expect from AV Installers
The Great Shift: From Hardware to Outcomes The AV industry is entering a defining moment. The golden era of “bigger screens, louder sound”...
Campus Safety in the Digital Age: Why Smart Kiosks Are the Missing Link in Emergency Communication
The New Reality of Campus Safety University campuses are micro-cities vibrant, connected, and complex. Yet, when emergencies occur,...
Hotels vs. Google Travel: How Destinations and Hotels Can Reclaim the Booking Funnel Without Fighting a Losing War
The Travel Funnel Has Fractured and Google Owns the Top Once upon a time, travelers planned trips through tourism websites and booked...