Digital Signage (REACH)

About

The Reach Digital Signage Service provides a powerful platform for campus communication and engagement. Using Reach players, departments can deliver dynamic, visually engaging content across displays throughout the university. From announcements and event promotions to live streams and emergency alerts, Reach makes it simple to keep the community informed.

Key Features

  • Centralized Management: Schedule, update, and publish content to multiple screens from one easy-to-use platform.

  • Dynamic Content: Share images, videos, live feeds, web content, and real-time data.

  • Targeted Messaging: Display content on specific screens, or locations.

  • Flexible Design: Use templates or customize layouts to reflect your department’s branding.

  • Live Streaming Integration: Broadcast events, lectures, or campus updates in real time.

  • Emergency Messaging: Push urgent alerts instantly across all displays.

Who Can Use This Service?

  • Academic departments

  • Administrative offices

  • Student organizations

  • Event coordinators

  • Facilities and public spaces managers

Cost

  • One-time - Reach Hardware +TV + Power & Network Drop + Setup Fee

  • Recurring - $200 annual license per REACH player

Benefits

  • Enhance campus communication with timely, relevant content

  • Promote events and services to a wider audience

  • Improve the campus experience with visually engaging displays

  • Ensure rapid communication in emergency situations

How to Request Service

To request access to the Reach Digital Signage Service, please contact the Service Desk at 216-397-3005 or servicedesk@jcu.edu.
Requests should include:

  • Department or unit name

  • Intended display location(s)

  • Type of content to be shared

Support & Training

  • ITS provides full support for Reach player setup, configuration, and content management. Training sessions and user guides are available to help departments design and maintain their signage.
  • In order to log in, your JCU ID must be associated with a REACH digital display. To log in to JCU Digital Signage (REACH) go to https://build.reachcm.com/. Enter your JCU email address and sign in with your JCU SSO account.
  • Contact REACH Media for assistance with the player, account, and usage.