Hospitals

Important in hospitals is accessibility for wheelchair users. An anti-bacterial pressure screen is recommended. Patients usually register through an ID card or a scan by QR code. A plan or the details of the appointments can be printed, and if needed also the labels of the patient.

Shops

Easily accessible… The monitor may be placed vertically for scrolling. The kiosk is used to, for example, checking stock or requesting prices. A scanner is useful for scanning the barcode of articles.

Exhibitions, shopping centers

A large touch-screen (40” or more) on which the plan of the fair or shopping center is displayed would be perfect. On the picture, the customer preferred a smaller touch-screen that is adjustable in height.

Hotels, reception

Camera, speakers and microphone are useful for remote contact. A card reader to read the identity card, or a scanner to read an international passport is also required. You can also make payments and print tickets. Finally, a dispenser can be built in to deliver key cards.

Marketing: publicity, loyalty cards…

Digital Signage is a term that allows remote control of videos or photos to appear on multiple screens. The marketing goes way further: the very large screens (+45”) are becoming affordable. In addition, contactless card readers or card readers for the identity card are able to register the customer’s loyalty. QR code readers support marketing-focused actions.

Payment facilities

There are several options to pay through a kiosk. In addition to the traditional payment options with debit or credit card as seen in an ATM, other options exist: - contactless card reader - Anotes or coins acceptor - QR code that can be scanned through mobile A ticket printer to print the transactions is recommended.

Industrial, warehouse, shop floor; …

In a production house, the kiosk is made dust-resistant, and in some cases also water-resistant (IP65) or even fire-resistant. The layout often plays a lesser role. The casing, on the other hand, is made stronger so that it can withstand powerfull hits.

Real estate, interaction via showcase

A print screen behind a display window is an additional tool to give potential customers the ability for browsing a catalog.

Exhibitors

It can get crowded at an exhibition stand. The kiosk does not only give a better impression of your stand, it is also a usefull tool to win valuable time and to minimize mistakes. The important thing about these kiosks is that they are light and transportable, if needed with some extra wheels. WIFI connection is often an advantage. In addition to the touch-screen, an ID card reader or scanner is useful for quickly entering customer data.

Museums

A museum is fun when there is some interaction. The kiosks are perfect for that. All possible sensors can be built in, such as motion scanners, temperature meters, etc. In addition, a keyboard with trackball in stainless steel is sturdy enough to withstand children's antics.

Centralized telesales, customer care

A customer arrival with strong peaks can perfectly be managed with sophisticated kiosks. For example, when a airplane lands, all passengers arrive at the car rental booths at the same time. It is sufficient that 1 seller remains present and the surplus by means of an interactive kiosk is received. In order to properly assist customers, 2 monitors may be required. Other tools such as camera or scanners to scan documents are useful.

Outdoor kiosks

Outdoor kiosks must be protected against the extreme weather conditions in summer and winter. Extra insulation and an additional heat source are recommended in the extreme winters, while good ventilation is vital during the summer heat. In addition, outdoor columns are often unprotected and anti-vandalistic glass and other measurements must be taken.