Reliable Schedule Changes, Even When The Network Isn't
In digital signage, timing is everything, but what happens when your screens lose internet access at the wrong moment? For environments like supermarkets, warehouses, or remote locations with intermittent network connectivity, a missed schedule update can mean blank screens or outdated content.
With our latest app update, we’ve solved that.
What’s Changed?
The NowSignage app now pre-downloads both the current and upcoming schedule plans. This means when a new schedule is set to go live, even if the device has no internet connection at that moment, the switch will still happen exactly when it should.
It’s a small tweak with a big impact on reliability.
Why It Matters
This update is designed for real-world environments where a rock-solid internet connection isn’t always guaranteed.
Now your screens can:
- Switch to new scheduled content instantly, even offline
- Avoid blank screens or fallback content during scheduled changes
- Ensure operational reliability across large or complex estates (e.g. supermarkets, campuses, transit hubs)
Update Required
To benefit from this enhanced logic, make sure your devices are running the latest version of the NowSignage app. Without the update, devices will continue to rely on live internet connections at the moment of schedule change.
If you need help updating your devices, our support team or your AV provider can assist.
Use Case Example
Picture a supermarket with dozens of screens across multiple departments. At 5:00 PM, a new promotional campaign is scheduled to take over. Even if one section of the store has lost its Wi-Fi signal, the new content still kicks in right on time, no disruption, no delay.
Key Takeaways
- Improved reliability in poor-connectivity environments
- Eliminates the risk of missed or delayed content due to network dropouts
- Supports large-scale rollouts with confidence and consistency
More smart updates are on the way and this is just the beginning.