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KrowdSense, A New Retail Analytics Platform

Thursday, April 11th, 2024

Adrian J Cotterill, Editor-in-Chief

KrowdSense is a new wireless occupancy scanner developed to measure storefront customer flow, peel rate and dwell times. We understand that it was created as a partnership between Dallas-based Glass-Media and Toronto-based Kaidu, and are told that the device offers data on traffic and overall engagement necessary to maximize a retailer’s exterior displays. It’s described […]

The #MiamiTech #OOHMiami Event Schedule

Wednesday, April 10th, 2024

Adrian J Cotterill, Editor-in-Chief

Next week’s #OOHMiami is the part of #MiamiTech Month that includes all of the big Advertising, AdTECH, OOH and DOOH events. The DPAA’s LATAM DOOH/Global DOOH event kicks off the week at 16:30 on Monday April 15 at the Fontainebleau Hotel. More details can be found here. Beyond Ordinary Events, Inc.’s POSSIBLE Event takes place April […]

The Power of Hyperlocal: A Retail Media Owner’s Guide

Tuesday, April 9th, 2024

Adrian J Cotterill, Editor-in-Chief

In today’s competitive environment, capturing attention and driving engagement – whether in stores, pubs, restaurants, or other customer-facing spaces – requires a smarter approach. Hyperlocal targeting, fueled by data and real-time insights, is the key to delivering relevant, in-the-moment experiences that resonate with modern consumers. The folks over at LDSK have put together this guide […]

Play Coca-Cola Pong in @TimesSquareNYC Today

Tuesday, April 9th, 2024

Adrian J Cotterill, Editor-in-Chief

Today, Tuesday, April 9, 2024 in Times Square the public are invited to play ‘Pong’ on the largest screem it has ever been played on. From 16:00 – 22:00 members of the public are invited to scan a QR code on a digital billboard to play Pong with another passerby. Whoever wins the game will […]

#OOH In The Media @COMMB Agency Survey

Sunday, April 7th, 2024

Adrian J Cotterill, Editor-in-Chief

COMMB is dedicated to gaining a deeper understanding of agency planners/buyers, brand marketers, and media owners through their recently launched surveys. These comprehensive surveys delve into various topics, aiming to grasp the nuanced perspectives of these audiences, particularly their views towards Out-of-Home advertising and beyond. This particular survey focuses on the integration of OOH within […]

Takabumi Asahi Appointed New Christie CEO

Friday, April 5th, 2024

Adrian J Cotterill, Editor-in-Chief

Ushio Inc., a trusted leader in light sources and optical equipment for industrial processing, visual imaging, and life sciences, and parent company to Christie has announced the appointment of Takabumi Asahi as chief executive officer of Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. Effective April 1, 2024, Asahi will assume his new role, succeeding Koji Naito. Asahi […]

Yvette Meijer Joins @WildstoneUK

Friday, April 5th, 2024

Adrian J Cotterill, Editor-in-Chief

Yvette Meijer has joined Wildstone as European Operations Director to drive the company’s next stage of European digitisation and growth. Yvette joins Wildstone with over 35 years’ of operations, procurement and management experience across the telco industry, having previously worked for Ericsson, Nokia, Colt Technology Services and most recently Cellnex Netherlands. At Cellnex, she served […]

Andy McDonald Joins @YourOAAA

Friday, April 5th, 2024

Adrian J Cotterill, Editor-in-Chief

The Out of Home Advertising Association of America (OAAA) the leading trade group representing the entire OOH advertising industry, announced today the appointment of Andy McDonald as its new Senior Vice President, Government Affairs. In this role, he will advocate for the out of home industry at the state and local levels and work with […]

Zitcha Engaged By Leroy Merlin For Retail Media Network

Thursday, April 4th, 2024

Adrian J Cotterill, Editor-in-Chief

Zitcha, who partnered with Broadsign 12 months ago to integrate the Broadsign out-of-home advertising platform with Zitcha’s retail media platform has just announced a deal with the world’s third largest home improvement and gardening retailer to launch a full digital retail media network across South Africa. Australian-founded Zitcha has been engaged by Leroy Merlin to […]

#OOH2024 Future Leaders Program Delegates

Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024

Adrian J Cotterill, Editor-in-Chief

OAAA and OOH UNITED have announced the exceptional delegates selected for the 2024 Future Leaders program. This groundbreaking initiative was designed to empower and support the next generation of leaders in the out of home industry. Selected from a competitive pool of applicants, the winners demonstrated outstanding talent, dedication, and leadership potential. Each winner brings […]