Meet the Papercast CMS Layout Catalogue: A must have resource for sharing visually impactful passenger information

We’re excited to tell you about the Papercast Content Management System (CMS) Layout Catalogue, an essential tool designed exclusively for public transit agencies.

Why have we created the CMS Layout Catalogue?

The catalogue is aims to save time while improving the quality of the content shared on Papercast e-paper bus stop displays.

It is all about making it easier for our public transit customers and partners to manage and design their content, ensuring they deliver clear, accessible and visually appealing information to passengers:

1. Save time with ready-to-use templates: The Catalogue features over 50 pre-designed layout templates, tailored for various display sizes and configurations. These templates are designed to be applied quickly, allowing you to spend less time on setup.

2. Best practices in information design: Best practices in information design, including accessibility considerations, ensure that your content looks great and is easy for everyone to read and understand. Clear, well-organised layouts help all passengers easily access essential travel information.

3. Share complex information clearly: Our layouts are designed to present complex information—like real-time schedules, weather updates and route details—in a visually pleasing and easy-to-understand format. This helps passengers quickly grasp the information they need, enhancing their overall experience.

4. Improve the passenger experience: By using our templates and design guidelines, you can make your displays more effective and engaging. Improved clarity and accessibility mean that passengers will have a better experience, with information that is both informative and easy to navigate.

What’s inside the CMS Layout Catalogue?

The Catalogue is tailored to meet the needs of those who are already leveraging Papercast technology. Here’s what you can expect:

• Over 50 layout templates: Explore a diverse selection of pre-designed layouts that cater to various display sizes and orientations. These templates are ready to be applied, saving you time and simplifying content management.
• Custom design options: For those with unique requirements, our catalogue also highlights options for custom-designed layouts (fees apply). Tailor these layouts to align perfectly with your brand’s identity and operational needs.

How do you access the Catalogue?

The Layout Catalogue is a valuable tool for existing Papercast users looking to streamline their display management and improve passenger information delivery. Dive into the catalogue to see how our award-winning design system can make your displays more effective and engaging.

Access the Catalogue in the Customer/Partner Portal, or contact your Papercast representative.

Want to know more?

If you aren’t yet a Papercast customer, here are 7 things you should know about the Papercast CMS:

• Seamless integration: The Papercast CMS integrates with various data sources and display technologies, offering a unified platform for managing and monitoring your entire signage network.
• Effortless monitoring: The interactive dashboard provides a real-time overview of display status, performance and alerts. Easily track and manage your displays from a dynamic city map.
• Customisable content: Use Paperstore apps to add features like announcements, weather updates and QR codes. Tailor your displays with various widgets to suit your needs.
• Flexible layouts: Design and schedule content layouts for different display sizes and times. Use offline rendering to keep essential information available even without live data.
• Comprehensive control: Manage all operational aspects of your displays, including power and update settings, through a built-in controller. Easily configure displays for specific locations.
• Custom alerts: Set up alerts for issues like low battery or display errors. Receive notifications via text, email or directly on the dashboard to quickly address any problems.
• Administrative tools: Manage users, set privileges and define alert preferences with our administrative features. Keep your system secure and running smoothly.

Interested in a demo? Contact us to see how the Papercast CMS can transform your passenger information signage management.