three monkeys offer a number of hardware- and software-bundles for applications such as pos/poi terminals or digital signage. these bundles are customized to your needs and a communication solution is created according to the required technical medium.

digital signage | from concept to realization

the digital signage package offered by three monkeys is a comprehensive approach of the conception, production, integration, usage and evaluation of digital signage in your communication mix. the three monkeys package is composed of nine steps:

• analysis of your requirements
• positioning analysis
• communication consulting regarding content, interactivity, design and roi rating
• technology consulting regarding display, software and network
• technology selection from an extensive and producer-independent assortment
• content production
• technology integration and assembly
• acceptance analysis / roi rating
• content updating / technical service and maintenance

initially three monkeys identify the actual need together with your project team. the key questions in this context are: which objectives are pursued by using digital signage? do you want to promote your products and services, to inform or entertain your customers, to communicate with your customers or do you want to sell directly at the digital signage? which guidelines of controlling are to be considered regarding the roi rating? which IT department guidelines are to be considered?

based on the results, three monkeys conceive your individual broadcast format. the concept’s focal points are content, design, interactivity and updating – the four key factors for a successful digital signage project. depending on your objectives three monkeys may integrate methods to measure the acceptance on the recipient's side.

content, design, interactivity, updating – these aspects also determine the requirements for software and hardware. due to high flexibility as well as compatibility with standard hardware components, servers and data formats, in many cases three monkeys use ventuz as the production and play-out platform. the control, update and surveillance software will be tailor-made for your project - reflecting your requirements and contents. furthermore three monkeys evaluate displays, players, servers and network-components that are optimal for your project – independently from producers!

an experienced team consisting of producers, designers, programmers and technicians is at your disposal for the realization. according to your messages and requirements three monkeys may also integrate external specialists and editors. throughout this process three monkeys integrate and train your employees, who will be responsible for the content and handling afterwards, and thereby help create knowledge and enthusiasm for the project in your company at an early stage. at your request three monkeys conduct and evaluate a beta-test on site with your customers after the implementation.

even after the first roll-out three monkeys provide support and advice for your digital signage project. three monkeys offer you assistance in content related, optical and technical updates. the three monkeys digital signage package is based upon a continuous improvement process relying on analysis data which guarantees the substantial success of your project.

you can download the document "nine steps towards your digital signage project" including a precise description of the digital signage package offered by three monkeys.

point-of-sale | point-of-interest | terminals

within the portfolio of three monkeys, pos/poi terminals are in many respects similar to the digital signage package. some of the basic characteristics and technical features of pos/poi terminals – interactivity, card reader, crm/erp connectivity, data entry for example – are core elements of the three monkeys digital signage package. against this background, the development process (download pdf) as well as the three monkeys products in these areas are almost identical. the differences are mostly in the fields of hardware and safety:

• human interface devices,
  e.g. trackballs, keyboards, 2d/3d-barcode…
• output devices e.g. printer, rfid writers
• higher degree of defense against vandalism
• ip66/67/68 compatible appliances
• integrated assembly as
  stand alone terminals

similar to digital signage solutions, your content determines the technical conversion. based on an analysis of your requirements, three monkeys develop a content and technology related concept and implement your pos/poi terminal. three monkeys would gladly involve your employees in this process.

besides these highly individualized and networked solutions, three monkeys offer an in-house developed software platform especially for pos/poi terminals. this software platform was particularly developed for customers who want to use their already existing media and tools at the pos/poi.

monkey | selector2

presentations, movies, dvds, interactive cd-roms… every file and every software that is usable on a windows based pc can be integrated in monkey | selector2 – without any conversion – and can be connected to the required user Interfaces (touch, mouse, keyboard, on-screen keyboard…). monkey | selector2 enables you to integrate already existing sales and communication tools into one protected user interface which is optimized for pos/poi applications. The procedure is pretty simple:

• you hand over your files and applications to three monkeys
• three monkeys develop a centralized control panel in monkey|selector2
• three monkeys evaluate suitable hardware
• three monkeys install hardware and software on site
• three monkeys provide content updating, technical service and maintenance

monkey | dvd trade

monkey | dvd trade is a dvd/movie player for windows based pcs – optimized for pos/poi applications. the product is conceived particularly for the special requirements of a pos/poi. the advantages compared to conventional software are:

• no more distracting on-screen menus
• filtering of user entries (e.g.: disabled right-click)
• if on-screen menus are necessary – they can be individualized to your requirements and specifications
• playback can only be stopped by entering a safety code, the user has no chance to disrupt the system
• any desired human interfaces for the control of dvd menus or the selection of movie files can be used

this means that every instrument which is accepted as input device by windows is applicable – and so much more!

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