Nenuphar replaces paper in its menu with Philips Tableaux

In this historic Belgian restaurant, paper signs have been replaced and communications have been digitized with the installation of four ePaper screens Philips Tableaux Advanced Colour de 25 inches and 'zero consumption'.

The elegant restaurant and boutique hotel Nenuphar, situated on the banks of the river in Afsnee (Belgium), has been associated with PPDS, the exclusive global supplier of Philips Professional Displays, and the specialist in audiovisual integration TechWorks, to enter four screens ePaper Philips Tableaux Advanced Colour (ACeP) of 25 inches and 'zero consumption', that replace paper posters and digitize your communications.

“Philips Tableaux was selected for its innovative and efficient ePaper technology, as well as for its aesthetic appeal, suitable for Nenuphar's high-end restaurant environment”, states Diederik Maes, CEO of TechWorks.

From 1795, the Nenuphar, situated on the banks of the river Leie in Afsnee, a district of the city of Ghent (Belgium), It is a popular luxury destination and nighttime retreat for locals and tourists looking for a cozy and serene atmosphere away from the busy streets of the city center..

Outside his luxurious eight-room hotel, offers an experience that commemorates Belgian culture, from local drinks and cuisine to its interior walls decorated with paintings by Gustave De Smet (1877-1943), born in Ghent and one of the fathers of Flemish Expressionism.

With the aim of combining the past with the present and an ever-increasing desire to improve its sustainability credentials and reduce your ecological footprint, Nenuphar owners sought an easy-to-use digital solution to replace and eliminate the waste of paper used to communicate their messages to visitors..

The power of change

By working as a team with the audiovisual integration specialist, TechWorks, It was considered that the series of digital signage Philips Tableaux Advanced Color ePaper by PPDS was the clearest option to achieve the owners' ambitions, with four portable models of 25 inches strategically placed for maximum engagement in bar areas, restaurant, assembly hall and toilets, among others.

“The new Philips Tableaux digital signs fit perfectly with the spirit and aesthetic of Nenuphar, allowing us to adopt a more sustainable approach that is attractive and enhances our brand”, comment Guillaume De Breyne, Nenuphar COO.

Integrated into spaces, without distracting attention from the environment, Philips Tableaux displays have transformed the way the Nenuphar team communicates with their customers, eliminating paper and with almost zero energy consumption.

The Philips Tableaux range of PPDS screens, which also includes variants of 13 y 32 inches, meets the requirements of the Nenuphar team and offers great environmental and energy savings, as it provides sharp images 24/7, without the need for plugs and without consuming a kW of energy. Only minimal power is needed when the displayed image changes or for remote management.

Personalized experiences

Content is easy to create and share across all screens or just one, with special offers, restaurant menus, safety messages and a library of paintings by Gustave.

These are just a few examples of how the four Philips Tableaux displays are being used. Portable and weighing 3,5 kilos, The uses and installation locations inside and outside the Nunuphar are very varied, and can be placed in any space, with or without accessible power outlets.

Nunuphar staff can create a list of content to be displayed at specific times of the day, For example, menu changes (offers, availability), internal marketing (happy hour, live music, etc.) o commercial brand for corporate events.

Due to the dynamic nature of the restaurant sector, Ad hoc content can also be created and displayed that reflects the environment and conditions in real time. For example, messages about time, unplanned internal promotions or for specific clients and groups, as congratulatory messages for special celebrations, bachelor parties or sporting events.

Thanks to Android SoC processor PPDS professional, as well as the WiFi/LAN connection, The displays inside the Nunuphar can be managed manually on site or completely remotely with minimal training.

Paper waste has been significantly reduced, just like poster printing costs, while new opportunities have been created and exploited as a direct result of the facilities, Therefore the project has been described as a resounding success..

Benefits:

Waste reduction: By eliminating the need for paper and ink, as well as printing processes, Images can be updated periodically with less environmental impact.

Zero consumption: By displaying a static image in full color indefinitely without consuming power, Philips Tableaux 4150 only consume 0,0025 kWh to update the image.

Elegant and stylish: With slim bezels, Philips Tableaux 4150 shows content in 60.000 colors, including blue, for a clear and eye-catching image.

Online performance: With an Android system on chip that offers versatile solutions and secure remote management options for easy content updates.