Transportation
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Nexus and Citranet work together to deliver a media driven video wall solution for the Skypark Airport Terminal
Media network operator Citranet appoints Nexus to provide the software and technology to power media driven video wall solutions for Malaysia’s newest premium fixed base operation. Located in the Skypark Terminal of Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, Subang, Kuala Lumpur, the new facility is Malaysia’s first full-service FBO offering a comprehensive range of VIP aircraft services.
The Client
The SkyPark Subang blueprint comprises two distinct components - Aviation and Lifestyle, offering products and services that are world-class in standard; a trademark of the SkyPark Subang experience.
A dynamic mix of aviation and lifestyle components brings the SkyPark Subang vision to life. Located at Subang Airport, the SkyPark Subang development encompasses the refurbishment of the airport’s existing infrastructure as well as the construction of new aviation support facilities and diverse leisure amenities.
With the transformation of the existing Subang Airport, SkyPark Subang is making its mark as a premier regional hub for corporate and private aviation in Southest Asia.
Overview
- Media partner Citranet is a premier provider of advtertising media space to high profile retail and commercial real estate clients.
- Working with Citranet, property and site owners are given the opportunity to utilize the latest digital media technologies from Nexus to showcase visual experiences through ad-funded media.
- SkyPark Subang and Citranet are using video walls as digital signage to promote branding and media advertising.
- Nexus is the prime technology enabler of creative digital architectural signage and provided video wall solutions installed at strategic areas to maximize visual impact and media impressions.
The Solution
AdsTV is Citranet’s media-driven digital signage product that uses Nexus’ video wall technology and content management platform. Located in high-profile lifestyle
sites such as the SkyPark terminal, AdsTV attracts many of Malaysia’s premier companies including Celcom, TM Net and many more. For SkyPark, AdsTV video walls are placed in high crowd traffic areas to display large-scale rich media promotions and targeted advertising to mass audiences.
The first two signature AdsTV video walls use a total of 38 40” Samsung 400UXN screens are used to create the two duplex video wall installations. A duplex video wall 
configuration is a double-sided video wall that displays cloned dynamic media bidirectionally to audiences for maximum impact.
The first signature video wall is a duplex 5×2 configuration with screens mounted in portrait, delivering a signature visual experience to audiences in the main waiting area by the front entrance of the airport. The second signature video wall is a duplex 3×3 configuration with screens mounted in landscape and is located in front of the food and beverage outlets. Other AdsTV video walls include a 2×4 installation with screens oriented in landscape. These video walls are placed within the arrival and departure lounges.
Each video wall is controlled by a single player device and displays a single large canvas spanning across all screens. The total canvas resolution measures at 5 megapixels which is almost 3 times greater than that of Full 1080 HD.
An on-premise setup of the AppSpace platform manages and distributes content across
the internal network infrastructure to all video wall players, making centralized content
updates possible.
Key Solution Features
- The AppSpace platform completely automates the process of updating, running and controlling all video wall installations.
- Each video wall is powered by just a single player device, capable of outputting 5 megapixels of content resolution.
- Signature AdsTV video walls include a duplex 5×2 portrait video wall and a duplex 3×3 landscape video wall, located at the main waiting area towards the front entrance and in front of food and beverage outlets.
- A duplex video wall is a double-sided video wall design that displays cloned dynamic media to crowds in both directions for maximum impact.
Future Expansion
As SkyPark Subang expands its premises with more facilities and services, more video wall deployments have been planned for installation. When these video walls are setup, each video wall player will be connected to the on-premise AppSpace platform and can begin receiving content immediately. Any future digital signage additions can be easily integrated into the existing infrastructure with minimal effort.
Expansion Plans
- Two more video wall deployments are planned for installation in the upcoming arrival and departure lounges.
- Both video walls are configured in 2×4 format with screens oriented in landscape.
Total Experience
We have broad technology knowledge and expertise covering multiple domains and a commitment to deliver the best solution to meet client requirements. While on-site, Nexus acted as the lead technology consultant to plan and facilitate the overall digital communication infrastructure.
Nexus aims to continually support and work alongside media companies such as Citranet to achieve their strategic vision by providing new media experiences and solutions via digital signage technology.
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Commercial Real Estate
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Client Overview
A two-time winner of Houston BOMA’s “Building of the Year,” Wells Fargo Plaza is the center of Houston’s contemporary skyline, standing 992 feet tall with 71 stories of tenant floors. It’s the largest multi-tenant building in the southwestern United States with more than 1.7 million square feet of rentable area. Managed by CB Richard Ellis, the property attracts many of the most successful businesses in the nation as tenants, boasting countless amenities, impeccable architectural and interior design, and unmatched tenant service.
Need for Updated Signage
Wells Fargo Plaza wanted a directory solution that complimented the property’s aesthetic grandeur and superior services. Having installed an extremely limited solution, Wells Fargo Plaza was ready to upgrade to a more sophisticated interactive experience for its tenants and visitors, with the goals of streamlining directory usage and further publicizing the property’s many services and amenities. At the same time, it was important for the solution to be visually appealing to increase the lobbies’ overall impact on current and prospective tenants.
Nexus Solution
Early on, Nexus worked closely with project architects to make sure signage placement and presentation blended into the existing building layout and design. From designing and fabricating custom iron enclosures for the directories to accounting for important items such as rear access and ventilation, the team’s planning effort ensured a smooth installation. Nexus went on to install nine interactive directories throughout the property’s lobbies. The web-based content management solution allows property managers to update content on demand. In addition, the new capabilities allowed for enhanced showcasing of services and amenities, thus differentiating Wells Fargo Plaza as a premier location in Houston.
Taking further advantage of interactivity, property managers added a leasing feature that is used onsite as a sales tool to show prospective tenants floor plans throughout the building. Within minutes, prospects can see available floor space and layout along with pertinent leasing information to help enhance the sales process.
Results
By moving to a more robust and feature-rich solution, Wells Fargo Plaza has increased its communication efficiencies. It has maintained - even improved - its landmark reputation in terms of aesthetics and service that such a renowned property demands. The Nexus solution gives Wells Fargo Plaza a clear advantage among premier commercial properties in the U.S.
Project Features and Highlights
- Nine interactive directories
- Improved communication of services and amenities
- Web-based content management
- Leasing aid
- Partnered with architects and designers
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- 2100 McKinney Avenue - Dallas, TX
- 100 Congress - Austin, TX
- Web-based content management
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Hospitality
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Accor
Dallas, TX |
Real-time communication and easier content management at corporate training center
Operating in nearly 100 countries and with 150,000 employees worldwide, Accor offers its clients over 40 years of expertise in hotels and corporate services. They represent more than 4,000 hotels and nearly 500,000 rooms in 90 countries, including the Sofitel, Motel 6 and Novotel brands. Accor Services help 30 million people in 40 countries with their proficient knowledge in human resources, marketing services and expense management.
Need for Better Communication
Accor was looking for a better way to facilitate communication at their corporate training center in Carrollton, Texas. With several employee groups visiting the training center every year, real-time communication and wayfinding is imperative. They wanted a solution that could be managed online and provide a better user experience. The previous digital signage solution Accor used was extremely limited and too expensive to manage. For example, they could not update the media components in the application on their own and for less than $5,000. Accor wanted a more flexible and cost-effective digital signage solution that allowed for fast updates and was easy for training center personnel to manage.
Nexus Solution
Nexus replaced Accor’s previous digital signage solution with a fully interactive system that allows trainees to navigate their way through the training center, locate personnel, obtain training information and learn more about the company’s many hotel brands. By using Nexus’ acclaimed web-based content management tool, Accor staff can now update information quickly and easily and at no incremental cost.
Results
Since implementing the Nexus solution, Accor has realized significant costs savings while increasing the ease-of-use for faster, improved communications.
Features and Functions
- Interactive touch-screen solution
- Web-based content management for fast updates
- Superior creative design
- Real-time communication targeted to different groups
- Easy-to-manage wayfinding and directories
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Transportation
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Stena Line Norway AS chose Nexus and services provided by ConnectIT AS to upgrade their video networks for the Stena Saga, their Terminal and Headquarters
Stena Line AB is one of the world’s largest ferry companies with a modern fleet of 35 vessels and Europe’s most comprehensive route network consisting of 18 ferry routes in Scandinavia and around the UK . By constantly developing its products and services, Stena Line AB has achieved a strong position with significant market shares on all its market sectors.
Client Overview
Stena Line AB is an international transport and travel service company and one of
the world’s largest ferry operators and are leaders in all their markets. Stena Line’s
strong position results from the combination of strategic company acquisition and
constant service and product development.
Stena Line has three business areas: Scandinavia, the North Sea and the Irish Sea.
Stena Line’s route network consists of 18 strategically located ferry routes. Stena Line
has a modern fleet with a total of 34 vessels including fast ferries (HSS), traditional
combi-ferries, RoPax-ferries for freight and passengers, and pure cargo ships.
Overview
- The AppSpace platform completely automates the process of updating, running and controlling the entire digital signage network centrally.
- Utilizing a single PC server and portal license, Stena Saga now has the abilty to play four different Channels at the same time in different areas of the ferry.
- A total of 12 digital signage displays are located throughout key areas of the terminal.
- 40” Samsung screens placed at strategic locations in their ferry terminal strengthens their ability to reach their clients as early as possible, with the maximum effect.
- Stena Line HQ now have a constant and accurate picture of what is going on at their different locations and can change content easily.
The Challenge
Stena Line Norway AS was using a manual system which relied heavily on employees to update and upgrade content onboard the Stena Saga, the ferry going between Norway, Sweden and Denmark. The system consisted of more than 20 screens spread all over the ship playing the same information and had to be serviced by employees onboard the ship whenever they wanted to do an upgrade of content.
In their experience, many of the screens were not effective due to outdated information and content simply not being relevant or good looking.
Stena Line wanted a system that would give them the ability to control the content centrally, either onboard the ship itself or from their headquarters in Oslo. They wanted to remove the employee factor and streamline the process of campaign development, content creation and executing the campaigns and happenings onboard without having to rely solely on human interaction.
In addition to upgrading their system onboard the ferry, Stena Line also wanted to extend their ability to communicate with passengers before they came onboard. They realized that perceived time spent in the ferry terminal, waiting for the ferry to arrive or standing in queue to get onboard, could be reduced drastically by using screens to communicate offers, special deals, happenings onboard and of course giving them a preview of what is to come.
Stena Line headquarters also wanted to have a system set up in their offices to play content from the ship and ferry terminal, and also to promote their own brand and internal information to visitors. Their Marketing department and their Call Centre wanted to see what was playing on the Stena Saga and additionally the Call Centre wanted the ability to integrate their phone system into the Nexus solution.
Key Solution Features
- The AppSpace platform gives Stena Line the ability to manage all content centrally.
- The Nexus On-Demand solution lets Stena Line communicate with passengers before they are onboard.
- Stena Line uses digital signage to communicate offers, special deals, happenings onboard and a preview of what to come.
- Stena Line HQ also uses digital signage to promote their own brand and internal infomation to visitors.
Nexus Solution
Ferry - ConnectIT, the systems integrator, installed modems from ICE (www.ice.no) which gave Stena Line a continuous connection to the ferry. Nexus installed their system on the Stena Saga, completely automating the process of updating, running and controlling the ferry’s digital signage network centrally. Using a single PC server and portal license, the Stena Saga now has the ability to play as much as four different messages (channels) at the same time in different areas of the ship. Their ongoing quest to improve their communication with guests and frequent travellers have received an tremendous upgrade.
Terminal - Stena Line Norway AS placed twelve 40” Samsung screens at strategic locations in their ferry terminal to strengthen their ability to reach their audience as early as possible with maximum effect. The Nexus Digital Signs solution has given Stena Line the power to extend their reach and can now communicate important messages and sales related information to their guests even before they get on board.
Headquarter (HQ) - Stena Line Norway HQ in Oslo uses the Nexus Digital Signs solution to run information services, phone statistics, sales & promotion videos, and of course content from the ferry terminal and the ferry itself. Stena Line now has a constant and accurate picture of what is going on at their different locations and can change their content at the blink of an eye, thanks to Nexus and ConnectIT.
Customer Testimonial
“Stena saga is only in port for an hour each day. So our challenge was to establish a stable Internet connection to the ship for the duration of its voyage, maintenance of content & system and of course the installation on the ship. We chose ConnectIT AS and Nexus because we were impressed by the level of service, their follow-up and the fact that their software solved our challenges and needs. We are very happy with the results and are looking forward to further develop our usage of Nexus and the possibilities they provide.”
- Andreas Follesø, Assistant Product Manager
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Corporate
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Cisco Systems Shanghai Customer Solutions Center (CSC) Shanghai, China |
Cisco Showcases Premiere Demo Theatre Using Nexus Video Wall Technology
Cisco System’s Shanghai Customer Solutions Center uses Nexus software to deliver an engaging and dynamic video wall content experience for their premiere Demo Theatre.
The Client
Shanghai is a vibrant city built on innovation and has astounded the world with the speed of its growth. The Cisco Customer Solutions Center, located at Caohejing Industrial Park in Shanghai, exists as a hub that facilitates the flow and sharing of knowledge and unified communications.
Overview
A single PC running Nexus content software is used to drive the entire array of 16 screens.- The NEC 4620 46” LCD screens were chosen for their world class display quality and ultra-thin 16mm bezels.
- The screens were arranged into four columns to seamlessly blend in with the overall interior design space as an architectural feature.
Creating the Atmosphere
The Demo Theatre is the centerpiece presentation element of the Shanghai Customer Solutions Center. Cisco will showcase it as a presentation platform to deliver rich media messaging and experiences to mass audiences, reinforcing their premiere presence in the realm of state-of-the-art technology.
To create the total presentation atmosphere, the Demo Theatre will need to be tightly integrated with the room facilities such as room ambience controls as well as the overall system-wide network for content management and display.
Seeing is Believing
The Demo Theatre video wall is created using a total of 16 LCD screens arranged in a 4×4 column configuration. To help make the vision a reality, Nexus provided the knowledge and expertise in innovative content experiences and worked alongside Cisco’s dynamic virtual teams to plan and execute the delivery of the final video wall solution. Nexus recommended the world class NEC 4620 46” LCD screens as the final display panels of choice and were chosen for their high quality display output and ultra thin 16mm bezels.
Continuously pushing boundaries and innovating content experiences, Nexus is able to drive and seamlessly control the entire 16-screen video wall using a single PC with the Nexus Video Wall. Content for the video wall is designed, managed and delivered through the network using AppSpace. This single PC is able to drive a single large logical canvas spanning across and fully utilizing all screens. Full HD content can be placed across the entire logical canvas or it can be displayed and cloned on as many of the screens in as many different configurations as possible.
The highest multiple video supported resolution has been achieved via collaborative technologies of a single platform, and this technology has been designed to support bespoke video wall configurations of greater and varied dimensions.
Nexus also implements an open API architecture that allows integration with other media controllers and allows presenters to use devices such as the Cisco IP Phone or even Cloud System’s Atmospherics to control and synchronize presentations for a truly heightened and seamless content experience.
Total Experience
Nexus has the broad technology knowledge and expertise covering multiple domains and a commitment to deliver the best solution to meet client requirements. While onsite, Nexus acted as an owner’s representative and technology consultant to plan and facilitate the overall digital communication infrastructure.
Nexus aims to continually support and work alongside innovative companies such as Cisco to achieve their strategic vision by providing new content experiences and solutions.
Key Solution Features
- The Nexus Video Wall treats the entire visual area as one large logical canvas so that any piece of content can span across any number of screens for truly flexible visual layouts with full HD capabilities.
- Open API architecture allows integration with Cisco media controllers such as the Cisco IP Phone
- Room ambiance integration with Cloud System’s Atmospherics allows video wall content to by synchronized with room experience elements such as ambient LED room lighting, audio and much more.
- A total video canvas resolution of 3200 x 1200 pixels is achieved throughout all screens.
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Media
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Project Scope
Wolverhampton Science Park contains approximately 100,000 square feet of versatile and flexible office and conference space. Both the Technology Centre and The Creative Industries Centre house a wide diversity of businesses from many industries and the science park’s digital signs are a key platform for business to business networking. As well as this; science park messages, local and national news and live TV keep tenants and visitors up-to-speed with events on and off the science park. Managed by City Hilife Media Group the sign also benefits from the added business content inputted by Chamber TV in association with The Black Country Chamber of Commerce.
Features and Functions
- Web-based content management for fast updates
- Superior creative design
- Real-time communication targeted todifferent groups
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Media
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Chamber TV Chamber of Commerce; Sandwell, Dudley, Wolverhampton & Walsall, UK |
Nexus and Chamber TV provides a great platform for developing business 2 business communication.
Chamber of Commerce offices are main focal points for businesses in all areas and in conjunction with the Black Country Chamber a dedicated channel was created. Architected and managed by City Hilife Media Group and powered by Nexus, Chamber TV provides a great platform for developing business 2 business communication within the region. It delivers targeted messaging as well as a healthy mix of economic, local, national and government information all accompanied by live BBC News 24. The Chamber themselves also apply dynamic content to the network on a global and site specific basis through the Nexus Portal.
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Media
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Project Scope
The Paradise Forum Shopping Centre is a recently re-developed, high footfall commuter route that joins Birmingham’s main transport links with its business and shopping district as well as inner city exhibition, conference and event venues.
Two large 15 screen video walls, utilising the thin bezelled NEC 4620, one positioned above each entrance/exit of the centre incorporating live TV, local and national advertising plus local news as well as weather and travel information. Key objectives for the video walls are to provide vital travel and news information to the people of Birmingham as well as giving businesses and initiatives in the Birmingham area the platform to develop within the community. The project also sees Europe’s largest single use of directive ‘sound shower’ audio technology and a ‘festival’ specification Bluetooth broadcaster which beams latest offers and promotions to mobile users in the centre.
Overview
- A single Nexus Video Wall Player is used to drive the entire array of 15 screens.
- The NEC 4020 40” LCD screens were chosen for their world class display quality and ultra-thin 16mm bezels.
- The screens were arranged in a 5×3 strip configuration and uniquely mounted in landscape orientation to seamlessly blend in with the overall interior design space as an architectural feature.
- The Nexus Video Wall treats the entire visual area as one large logical canvas so that any piece of content can span across any number of screens for truly flexible visual layouts with full HD capabilities.
- Content for the video wall is designed, managed and delivered through the network using AppSpace.
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Media
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Project Scope
The busy retail and business community of Brindleyplace, Paradise Forum and Broad Street are all supported by an extensive parking facility. Ground floor patrons as well as those descending by stairs or lifts all exit the building through one route so a prominent information display was a perfect solution to maintaining patron support.
A mix of car park operations information and local amenities content provides timely and helpful messages for new arrivals.
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Media
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Experience the Bigger Picture
Plaza Low Yat is a highly reknowned IT retail center and shopping hub within the center of Kuala Lumpur. Voted as the best IT Mall by readers of the magazine HWM Malaysia, Plaza Low Yat is well known by both locals and tourists alike as the ultimate one-stop shop of eletronic goods and provides an immersive IT experience.
Video Wall Technology
Nexus continues down the path of innovation by working alongside media partner Citranet to provide the world’s first ultra-thin 11mm bezel video wall. Pushing the boundaries further, Nexus created two of these video walls placed in extremely high traffic areas within the shopping center. Both video walls represent a showcase of technology to display extremely large-scale rich media promotions and targeted advertising to the mass audience.
A grand total of 36 screens were used to create the two iconic video walls. The centerpiece video wall is a 3×6 configuration and the second video wall is a duplex cloned 3×3 configuration mounted at the main entrace. Both video walls are housed within custom built illuminated enclosures. Each video wall is controlled by single PC powered by AppSpace and each PC is able to display a single large logical canvas spanning across all screens. Full HD content can be placed across the entire logical canvas or it can be displayed and cloned on as many of the screens in as many different configurations as possible.
Video Wall Setup
- A 3×6 configuration is used for the centerpiece video wall and arranged with a portrait canvas orientation.
- A duplex 3×3 configuration is used as the main entrance video wall and arranged with a landscape canvas orientation. Both sides of the video wall display cloned content so that visitors entering and exiting the mall share the same visual experience.
Key Features
- A single PC is used to drive the entire array of screens per video wall. A single PC is used to operate the centerpiece 3×6 video wall, and a single PC is used to operate the duplex 3×3 video wall at the main entrance.
- The Nexus Video Wall treats the entire visual area as one large logical canvas so that any piece of content can span across any number of screens for truly flexible visual layouts with full HD capabilities.
Digital Signage Solutions
In addition to the showcase video wall technology, Nexus also provided the expertise to implement a series of passive information displays mounted at the main escalator terminals throughout every single floor of the shopping center:
- Seamless content experience: A total of five passive information displays mounted at the escalator terminals of the main floors allow shoppers to experience reinforced visual communications as they traverse up and down the shopping center.
- Central content management: All of the passive information displays are controlled through just a single PC and the content can be synchronized and managed centrally using Nexus On-Demand, allowing media partner Citranet to perform hassle-free content updates.
- True ROI: The sheer volume of human traffic within the shopping center is a winning factor towards achievable ROI, and the strategic placement of all signage at key areas ensure maximum exposure and views.
Total Experience
We have broad technology knowledge and expertise covering multiple domains and a commitment to deliver the best solution to meet client requirements. While on-site, Nexus acted as an owner’s representative and technology consultant to plan and facilitate the overall digital communication infrastructure.
Nexus aims to continually support and work alongside media companies such as Citranet to achieve their strategic vision by providing new media experiences and solutions via digital signage technology.
Enabling the Visual Experience
- Media partner Citranet is a premier provider of advertising media space to high profile retail and commercial real estate clients.
- Plaza Low Yat is the first mass retail center in Malaysia and the world to showcase video walls with the ultra
thin 11mm bezel — allowing them to become pioneers of the IT retail experience. - Working with Citranet, building and site owners are given the opportunity to utilize the latest digital media technologies from Nexus to showcase visual experiences through ad-funded media.
- Nexus is the prime technology enabler of creative digital architectural signage.
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