Digital Signage Connectivity

Digital signage connectivity is an important part of any digital signage system. It’s the connection between your digital sign and the content displayed on the screens. Without a reliable connection, the digital signage system will not be able to deliver the intended content when and where you need it.

The most common type of digital signage connectivity is a wired connection. This type of connectivity is typically used for larger digital signage systems and is generally deployed as a default method because of the general set-up familiarity. The downside to a wired connection is that it can be difficult to install and maintain, delays in service activation can be lengthy, and as it requires running cables through walls and ceilings, fully installed costs can be high, and there is always a risk for line cuts or service interruption.

Wireless digital signage connectivity is becoming increasingly popular, as it is much easier to install and maintain, and costs are falling. Wireless connections are also more secure, as properly configured devices are not as vulnerable to interference from other wireless devices.  Coupling a wireless connection with cloud-based access allows digital signage content to be stored and accessed remotely, eliminating the need for a physical connection. Cloud-based connections and content services are becoming increasingly popular as they are more secure and cost-effective than a wired connection and at the same time allow for scale across multiple devices. 

No matter which type of digital signage connectivity is used, it is important to ensure that it is reliable and secure. A reliable connection will ensure that the digital signage system can deliver the content that is intended, while a secure connection will protect the system from malicious attacks. For these reasons many organizations are turning to a fully managed solution where experts configure, activate, install and monitor both 4G and 5G connections across your network of digital signs.  And now with unlimited 5G data plans as offered by MACH Networks, companies can market more aggressively with nearly unlimited content variations in a reliable and secure fully managed digital signage connectivity solution.