Transforming campus digital signage with Kitcast and Jamf

Apple TV use is increasing.

From 2015 to 2023, the number of Apple TV devices in the U.S. grew by a whopping 88%, showing how much users tap into its potential (Statista).

67% of higher education institutions already use digital signage

33% of K-12 schools are on board, too.

This tells us that the education sector is catching on to how tech makes a real difference. Digital signage is becoming a game-changer for campuses. In short, it’s a timesaving, savvy way to speak to students and staff.

Without digital signage, campus communication is a bit of a hassle. Paper flyers and bulletin boards become outdated quickly. It’s easy for important messages to get lost or overlooked.

With digital signage, things run a lot smoother. Information is updated in real time, so students always have access to the latest information. Everything is cleaner and more organized.

Challenges of school digital signage

All edtech specialists or academic staff know this feeling when they allocate a ton of money to digital signage hardware for the hundredth time this year because the last one just couldn’t keep up. Then comes the software setup —there goes a full workday, with no lunch in sight— digging through a mountain of overly complex instructions that seem impossible to understand.

A stitch in time saves nine. For real, choosing no-fuss digital signage when you need it most takes a load off.

With Kitcast, Apple TV, and Jamf, digital display communication becomes effortless and budget-friendly, offering a long-term solution that won’t break the bank.

Kitcast + Apple TV + Jamf Pro

The smart trio for the ed sector

Apple TV is the ultimate multitasker for digital signage. It's cost-effective, reliable, and easy to manage. What more could you ask for? It’s the kind of device you can set and forget.

Yet it’s built to last, so you’re not constantly worrying about upgrades or repairs. It's a smart choice for any institution.

Dual-purpose capability

But here’s where Kitcast really shines. When you’re not using it for signage, Apple TV switches gears effortlessly. It can AirPlay presentations and videos or even serve as a hub for meetings.

Basically, when it’s idle, it’s working hard as a signage solution. When you need it active, it's your go-to device for streaming anything else. AKA, you’re getting two devices in one.

Kitcast takes Apple TV's digital signage to the next level. If you’re looking for reliability and security, you’ve found it. It’s the peace of mind you need, especially when you're managing multiple campuses or schools.

But don’t just take our word for it!

“Kitcast made it so easy to roll out to our national fleet of Apple TVs by providing a plist for app configuration with our token and location details. I was able to see screens on both coasts go live within a few moments of pushing the config. I highly recommend Kitcast as a digital signage solution for an Apple-forward company, especially one using Jamf.”

— Robbie Trencheny, Head of IT & Infrastructure at Campus.edu

Kitcast makes digital signage easy.

Kitcast is designed to be simple enough for anyone to jump right in and use it - whether you’re a tech whiz or someone who can barely turn on a computer. The learning curve is next to nothing.

Digital signage that scales

Whether you’ve got one screen or hundreds scattered across different campuses, Kitcast scales with you. It grows as your needs grow. You can give access to unlimited users or digital signage managers and assign them to specific groups of screens.

Kitcast integrations

Finally, Kitcast plays nice with others. It integrates with Canva, social media feeds, and allows you to plug in your own unique content through the API. So, whether you're showcasing a new school project or a live social media feed, Kitcast makes it easy to bring it all together on Apple TV.

Kitcast and Jamf Pro make rolling out Apple TVs a low-lift task.

Thanks to its zero-touch setup, users automatically launch and manage 10s or even 100s of devices without extra effort. No more manual setups, no more headaches. Just a smooth rollout from start to finish.

Apple TV, Kitcast, and Jamf Pro combination has been very effective for Al Siraat College in Epping, Australia:

“At Al Siraat College, we needed a straightforward, streamlined way to keep our staff and students informed with real-time updates, event announcements, campus maps, and other key information. Kitcast, combined with Jamf and our existing Apple TV setup, has been ideal - enabling our Heads of Schools and teachers to manage digital signage independently without IT involvement. During COVID, the live stats widget was invaluable for instantly delivering critical updates."

—Shahzad Syed, Head of IT, Al Siraat College

To wrap it up, when you bring together Kitcast, Apple TV, and Jamf, you’ve got a powerhouse digital signage solution for campuses. Kitcast offers seamless setup and content management, Apple TV brings reliability and flexibility, and Jamf ties it all together with easy, remote management. It’s a match made in tech heaven.

Vadym Nekhai is Chief Growth Officer at Kitcast.