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Hughes inks digital signage and kiosk deal with Texas

Hughes Network Systems LLC, a global provider of broadband satellite solutions and services, has been awarded a contract by the Texas Department of Information Resources for data communications and networking equipment and related services, including digital signage and touchscreen kiosks.

March 24, 2015

Hughes Network Systems LLC, a global provider of broadband satellite solutions and services, has been awarded a contract by the Texas Department of Information Resources for data communications and networking equipment and related services, the company announced.

The contract vehicle enables Hughes to provide digital signage, kiosks and a learning management system statewide, part of a suite of new HughesON Digital Media Solutions for high-impact messaging, and is for two years with the option to extend for two additional one-year terms, according to the announcement.

"We are delighted to be offering the great state of Texas this advanced technology for disseminating critical information to employees and citizens," said Tony Bardo, assistant vice president of government solutions at Hughes, in the announcement. "By leveraging digital signage in combination with learning management, the state can deliver educational and logistical information wherever it's needed via a powerful video-based system. This contract vehicle also complements our existing contract with Texas DIR, on which we offer satellite broadband to rural schools and agencies, further adding depth and breadth to our educational technology offerings."

Under the contract award, Hughes will offer digital signage through multiple applications such as Digital Bulletin Boards, Breakroom TV, Waiting Room TV and interactive touchscreen kiosks. All applications consist of an end-to-end solution that enables state agencies to control the distribution of video and text program content at individual sites, each equipped with a digital media player for continuously playing headquarter-specific or local site-specific content. The system also includes an application for emergency messaging, which enables the administrator to send out urgent messages instructing viewers what to do and where to go in a matter of seconds, the company said.

Additionally, Hughes will offer its learning management system, the Hughes Learning Portal, which is designed to be an easy-to-use e-learning solution for employees, partners and agencies through a simple interface, intended to make it easy to store, deliver and track training data. Specifics include:

• Digital Bulletin Boards, including professional installation;
• Digital Bulletin Board servers, including professional installation and maintenance;
• Digital media players; and
• Access to Hughes' Web-based Learning Portal.