Tablets are virtually replacing laptops and computers as information and action centers across the country. Tablets cost less than a PC or a laptop, are compact in size and have various features such as touch screen, camera, microphone, bluetooth and wifi. All that is needed to transform a tablet into a kiosk is the appropriate software and locating the tablet at the right place in an establishment along with mounting it in a suitable enclosure or stand. Here are tips for using tablets as kiosks with the focus on choosing the right stand.
The right location
Convenience and usability dictate that the tablet kiosk from Shopguard Systems be located just right. In restaurants and shops where it is desirable that the tablets are mounted on countertop stands or free standing floor stands that can be obtained from Shop Guard. In libraries or museums the need may be different such as giving visitors directions or letting them access information for which purpose floor stands or wall mounts for tablets are ideal and such units can be located near the entrance as well as inside. The floor standing stand may be kept just inside the doorway with or without a chair nearby to facilitate extended use.
Configuring the tablet
Encase the tablet in a stand with a secure enclosure, possibly the tilt swivel type and you encourage users to make use of the device. Load the tablet with just a few store or establishment specific apps and disable or remove all other apps. Maybe you could use an enclosure that hides the home and back buttons so that users cannot go beyond doing what is expected of them. Using the right enclosure does help in achieving this aim.
Keep it secure
Security is an important aspect so use a stand that keeps the tablet fully secured in a tamper-proof enclosure that will prevent attempts at theft. One can use stands for countertops, stands for tabletop use and wall mount stands for that purpose. Retailers selling tablets need a different kind of tablet stand with adjustable claws to accommodate various sizes and a sensor that will trigger an alarm if anyone attempts to detach it.
Powering the tablet
The tablet must be kept powered up at all times and for this purpose a stand that incorporates a charger is absolutely indispensable.
Pick the right stand according to space and use consideration
Where tablets are meant to be used as kiosks there are three different types of stands available. One is the countertop or table top stand with a base that can be fixed with screws if so desired. Then there is the wall mount enclosure and the third type is the free standing floor unit. Tabletop stands are best for use in retail stores and banks or similar places where customers need to carry out transactions. Wall mount stands are ideal as signages and interactive devices in shops, libraries and museums. Free floor standing tablet stands can be put to a variety of uses such as POS terminals, information kiosks near entrances or even access control. In all cases it pays to choose stands that allow the tablet to be tilted and swiveled.
Buy only standard, good quality products
The tablet and mobile accessory market is flooded with cheap imports that are flimsy and virtually ineffectual in some cases such as from the security aspect. It pays to choose only secure, sturdy and durable enclosures for tablets from reputed online stores like Shop Guard.
Price
Good stands will outlast the tablet and price should never be the chief consideration. If you buy in bulk you can negotiate good prices from Shopguard.com.
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