{"id":13998,"date":"2015-08-26T08:06:41","date_gmt":"2015-08-26T12:06:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/?p=13998"},"modified":"2015-08-26T08:06:41","modified_gmt":"2015-08-26T12:06:41","slug":"toshiba-wins-2015-icx-association-excellence-award-for-la-interactive-installation-at-staples-center","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/news\/2015\/08\/toshiba-wins-2015-icx-association-excellence-award-for-la-interactive-installation-at-staples-center\/","title":{"rendered":"Toshiba Wins 2015 ICX Association Excellence Award for LA Interactive Installation at STAPLES Center"},"content":{"rendered":"

Digital Signage Influencers Tout LA Interactive Powered by Toshiba\u2019s Dynamic Fan Engagement Elements, Vibrant Video Technology<\/em><\/p>\n

Irvine, CA, August 25, 2015 <\/em>\u2013<\/em> By coupling an array of fan engagement elements with vibrant video technology within its LA Interactive powered by Toshiba digital signage installation at STAPLES Center<\/a>, Toshiba America Business Solutions<\/a>\u00a0was awarded the 2015 ICX Association<\/a>\u00a0Excellence Award in the entertainment category.<\/p>\n

Located off the main concourse of the arena, LA Interactive features a 6- by 13-foot LED video wall, 8- by 5-foot Toshiba Ultra HD video wall, three 65-inch Toshiba Ultra HD displays and two 46-inch Toshiba Virtuoso interactive touch displays where fans can access Los Angeles Kings and Los Angeles Clippers team information such as photos, stats and video highlights. \u00a0The fan engagement zone also features a 60-inch Toshiba \u201cTouch & Get\u201d interactive kiosk allowing for high-speed transfers of exclusive Kings and STAPLES Center content.<\/p>\n

\u201cLA Interactive provides an excellent customer experience while promoting the various events at STAPLES Center and appears to be very intuitive and easy for customers of any age group to use,\u201d said Scott Slucher, executive director at ICX Association. \u00a0\u201cLAI is a unique fan engagement venue that is sure to promote brand loyalty and excitement.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cSTAPLES Center and AEG pride themselves on being an industry leader in technology and providing the best experience for our fans,\u201d said STAPLES Center President, Lee Zeidman. \u00a0\u201cPartnering with an innovative and forward thinking company like Toshiba and creating LA Interactive on our main concourse has given our guests the opportunity to connect and engage with exclusive content.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen we first began collaborating with AEG\u2019s marketing representatives, our team immediately understood their desire to demonstrably enhance the fan experience while building brand loyalty,\u201d said Toshiba America Business Solutions Chief Marketing Executive, Bill Melo. \u00a0\u201cFrom ideation and continuing throughout the development process, we both envisioned creating a first-of-its kind interactive environment for all STAPLES Center patrons to enjoy. \u00a0We are extremely proud of the end result and this acknowledgement from ICX is a wonderful testament to the work we\u2019ve done.\u201d<\/p>\n

Toshiba began planning for the STAPLES Center project in July, 2014. \u00a0The building of LA Interactive commenced upon AEG publicly announcing its partnership with Toshiba. \u00a0In the ensuing two months, Toshiba \u2013 working collectively with STAPLES Center and its vendor partners \u2013 completed its unique fan zone. \u00a0An official ribbon-cutting event signaling the opening of LA Interactive took place November 8, 2014, a day after the project was complete.<\/p>\n

About Toshiba America Business Solutions<\/em><\/p>\n

Irvine, Calif.-based Toshiba America Business Solutions (\u201cTABS\u201d) is an independent operating company of Toshiba Corporation, a Fortune Global 500 company and the world\u2019s eighth-largest integrated electronics manufacturer. TABS provides printing, scanning and copying solutions, managed document services and digital signage for businesses of all sizes.<\/p>\n

The company\u2019s award-winning e-STUDIO\u2122<\/sup><\/a>\u00a0copiers and printers provide quality performance with the security businesses require. Complementing its hardware offering is a full suite of document workflow, capture and security services including Encompass\u2122<\/sup><\/a>, the company\u2019s industry-acclaimed Managed Print Services program. Encompass enables clients to print less and optimize workflow while improving energy efficiency.<\/p>\n

TABS\u2019 Ellumina\u2122<\/sup><\/a>\u00a0digital signage offering includes all of the hardware, software and services needed to implement both static and interactive digital signage installations. \u00a0TABS provides content creation and management, displays, integration, installation and project management services as well as financing for solutions ranging for a single screen to the biggest arenas and stadiums.<\/p>\n

TABS is comprised of five divisions: the Electronic Imaging Division; the Toner Products Division; the Document Solutions Engineering Division; the International Division; and Toshiba Business Solutions.<\/p>\n

About STAPLES Center<\/em><\/p>\n

STAPLES Center has clearly established itself as the sports and entertainment center of the world. As the home of four professional sports franchises \u2013 the NBA\u2019s Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers, the NHL\u2019s Los Angeles Kings and the WNBA\u2019s Los Angeles Sparks \u2013 STAPLES Center has proven to be a home court advantage for the local teams. The AEG owned and operated arena continues to distinguish itself as the host of major, high-profile events of national and international distinction including the 2004 & 2011 NBA All-Star Games, 2002 NHL All-Star Game, 2000 Democratic National Convention, 2009 World Figure Skating Championships and 15 of the last 16 GRAMMY Awards shows. STAPLES Center\u2019s fifteen years have also been marked with performances and special events that brought international stature to the downtown Los Angeles venue including concerts by Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band (who played the arena\u2019s first-ever public event on October 17, 1999), Mana, Prince, U2, Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks, Usher, Jay-Z, Kanye West, Taylor Swift, Roger Waters, Britney Spears, Beyonce, Katy Perry, Sade and Justin Timberlake, as well as world championship boxing, family shows and special events. Hosting over 250 events a year, the arena\u2019s reputation for world-class amenities, features and commitment to quality of service and the guest experience is second to none. Visit STAPLES Center today at staplescenter.com<\/p>\n

About The ICX Association \u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

The Interactive Customer Experience (ICX) Association, based in Louisville, KY, connects B2C brands to technology that elevates the customer experience. This is accomplished by partnering with supplier-side members to deliver content that explains, researches and demonstrates technology-based approaches to brand-side members through many mediums including: live conferences and symposiums, webinars, peer groups, case studies, eBooks and many more. Learn more at icxa.org.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Digital Signage Influencers Tout LA Interactive Powered by Toshiba\u2019s Dynamic Fan Engagement Elements, Vibrant Video Technology Irvine, CA, August 25, 2015 \u2013 By coupling an array of fan engagement elements with vibrant video technology within its LA Interactive powered by Toshiba digital signage installation at STAPLES Center, Toshiba America Business Solutions\u00a0was awarded the 2015 ICX Association\u00a0Excellence Award in the entertainment category. Located off the main concourse of the arena, LA Interactive features a 6- by 13-foot LED video wall, 8- by 5-foot Toshiba Ultra HD video wall, three 65-inch Toshiba Ultra HD displays and two 46-inch Toshiba Virtuoso interactive touch displays where fans can access Los Angeles Kings and Los Angeles Clippers team information such as photos, stats and video highlights. \u00a0The fan engagement zone also features a 60-inch Toshiba \u201cTouch & Get\u201d interactive kiosk allowing for high-speed transfers of exclusive Kings and STAPLES Center content. \u201cLA Interactive provides an excellent customer experience while promoting the various events at STAPLES Center and appears to be very intuitive and easy for customers of any age group to use,\u201d said Scott Slucher, executive director at ICX Association. \u00a0\u201cLAI is a unique fan engagement venue that is sure to promote brand loyalty and excitement.\u201d \u201cSTAPLES Center and AEG pride themselves on being an industry leader in technology and providing the best experience for our fans,\u201d said STAPLES Center President, Lee Zeidman. \u00a0\u201cPartnering with an innovative and forward thinking company like Toshiba and creating LA Interactive on our main concourse has given our guests the opportunity to connect and engage with exclusive content.\u201d \u201cWhen we first began collaborating with AEG\u2019s marketing representatives, our team immediately understood their desire to demonstrably enhance the fan experience while building brand loyalty,\u201d said Toshiba America Business Solutions Chief Marketing Executive, Bill Melo. \u00a0\u201cFrom ideation and continuing throughout the development process, we both envisioned creating a first-of-its kind interactive environment for all STAPLES Center patrons to enjoy. \u00a0We are extremely proud of the end result and this acknowledgement from ICX is a wonderful testament to the work we\u2019ve done.\u201d Toshiba began planning for the STAPLES Center project in July, 2014. \u00a0The building of LA Interactive commenced upon AEG publicly announcing its partnership with Toshiba. \u00a0In the ensuing two months, Toshiba \u2013 working collectively with STAPLES Center and its vendor partners \u2013 completed its unique fan zone. \u00a0An official ribbon-cutting event signaling the opening of LA Interactive took place November 8, 2014, a day after the project was complete. About Toshiba America Business Solutions Irvine, Calif.-based Toshiba America Business Solutions (\u201cTABS\u201d) is an independent operating company of Toshiba Corporation, a Fortune Global 500 company and the world\u2019s eighth-largest integrated electronics manufacturer. TABS provides printing, scanning and copying solutions, managed document services and digital signage for businesses of all sizes. The company\u2019s award-winning e-STUDIO\u2122\u00a0copiers and printers provide quality performance with the security businesses require. Complementing its hardware offering is a full suite of document workflow, capture and security services including Encompass\u2122, the company\u2019s industry-acclaimed Managed Print Services program. Encompass enables clients to print less and optimize workflow while improving energy efficiency. TABS\u2019 Ellumina\u2122\u00a0digital signage offering includes all of the hardware, software and services needed to implement both static and interactive digital signage installations. \u00a0TABS provides content creation and management, displays, integration, installation and project management services as well as financing for solutions ranging for a single screen to the biggest arenas and stadiums. TABS is comprised of five divisions: the Electronic Imaging Division; the Toner Products Division; the Document Solutions Engineering Division; the International Division; and Toshiba Business Solutions. About STAPLES Center STAPLES Center has clearly established itself as the sports and entertainment center of the world. As the home of four professional sports franchises \u2013 the NBA\u2019s Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers, the NHL\u2019s Los Angeles Kings and the WNBA\u2019s Los Angeles Sparks \u2013 STAPLES Center has proven to be a home court advantage for the local teams. The AEG owned and operated arena continues to distinguish itself as the host of major, high-profile events of national and international distinction including the 2004 & 2011 NBA All-Star Games, 2002 NHL All-Star Game, 2000 Democratic National Convention, 2009 World Figure Skating Championships and 15 of the last 16 GRAMMY Awards shows. STAPLES Center\u2019s fifteen years have also been marked with performances and special events that brought international stature to the downtown Los Angeles venue including concerts by Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band (who played the arena\u2019s first-ever public event on October 17, 1999), Mana, Prince, U2, Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks, Usher, Jay-Z, Kanye West, Taylor Swift, Roger Waters, Britney Spears, Beyonce, Katy Perry, Sade and Justin Timberlake, as well as world championship boxing, family shows and special events. Hosting over 250 events a year, the arena\u2019s reputation for world-class amenities, features and commitment to quality of service and the guest experience is second to none. Visit STAPLES Center today at staplescenter.com About The ICX Association \u00a0 The Interactive Customer Experience (ICX) Association, based in Louisville, KY, connects B2C brands to technology that elevates the customer experience. This is accomplished by partnering with supplier-side members to deliver content that explains, researches and demonstrates technology-based approaches to brand-side members through many mediums including: live conferences and symposiums, webinars, peer groups, case studies, eBooks and many more. Learn more at icxa.org.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":67,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[86],"tags":[1934,2375,349],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13998"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/67"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13998"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13998\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":14000,"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13998\/revisions\/14000"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13998"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13998"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.enxmag.com\/twii\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13998"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}