connectSignage
connectSignage, operated by Bendel & Schrade GmbH, is a cloud-based digital signage CMS platform developed entirely in Germany, serving 400+ enterprise customers across the DACH region with 15,000+ licences sold. The platform emphasises GDPR-compliant, OWASP-certified German hosting, a no-code HTML5 content editor, and 500+ third-party integrations. It is distributed exclusively through a partner network of AV integrators and resellers, with a companion suite including connectRooms and connectSchool.
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The core connectSignage platform is a cloud-based CMS available in shared cloud, dedicated cloud, and on-premises deployment modes, licensed per-display on annual or multi-year subscription terms. Key capabilities include:
- A no-code HTML5/PowerPoint-style content editor with 500+ integrations and pre-built templates
- Automated content scheduling, distribution, and rule/trigger-based workflows
- Real-time display monitoring, analytics dashboard, and a coS-Uploader tool for bulk content ingestion
- An integrated Action Manager (no-code) for interactive and conditional content logic — fully embedded in the CMS from May 2026
- A Touch Editor (launched ISE 2026) for no-code interactive kiosk application authoring
- Custom Widget Functions enabling AI-template-based or self-developed info tiles, countdowns, and bespoke content elements
- An AI-powered Support Hub with a public developer roadmap (ISE 2026 launch)
- Retail media SSP integrations for programmatic DOOH advertising (ISE 2026 launch)
- Companion product connectRooms for meeting-room booking and display management (Microsoft Outlook/Google Workspace integration)
- Companion product connectSchool, a simplified, cost-accessible edition for schools and universities
- Hardware player coS-200, a booksize 4K media player sold through resellers
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