Digital infrastructure in schools: Plan well, use for the long term

A modern display solution simplifies day-to-day teaching, minimises security and maintenance costs, and supports a long-term, cost-effective IT strategy. Thanks to the clear separation of hardware and software, the investment remains effective for many years to come. Find out how to plan effectively with a streamlined, sustainable infrastructure.

The benefits of digital whiteboards in schools

With the digital whiteboard and an integrated ActivPanel display, schools benefit from a low-maintenance, cost-effective and future-proof display solution for day-to-day teaching. As there is no need to introduce a new operating system, teachers and pupils can continue to use their own devices (BYOD) and the familiar IT environment in the school setting. This eliminates the need for additional training, new passwords and time-consuming system changes.

Separate apps or duplicate licences are also unnecessary, as content is accessed and controlled directly via a laptop or tablet. This reduces the support workload for IT managers and simplifies procurement through the municipal and cantonal buying centres. At the same time, security risks are reduced because programmes and data remain on the portable devices and there is no software lock-in on the interactive display. This ensures that the school’s digital infrastructure remains flexible, compatible and cost-effective in the long term.

Investment-secure digital whiteboards with cost transparency

The ActivPanel 10 digital whiteboard offers investment security because the hardware and software are strictly separated, and the display can be operated independently of the rest of the IT infrastructure. Updates and upgrades are carried out on users’ laptops or tablets, keeping maintenance requirements for the panel itself to a minimum. This increases longevity in school environments, as the system is not tied to limited software or operating system lifespans. Schools, local authorities and cantons thus remain flexible and can continue with their existing device and platform strategy (Windows, ChromeOS, iPadOS, BYOD) without having to switch.

At the same time, future-proofing is enhanced because computer or software environments can be replaced as required without having to replace the display. For procurement, this means clear cost transparency throughout the entire lifecycle: no unnecessary additional apps, no duplicate licence fees and no software lock-in. This results in a sustainably cost-effective IT strategy for digital infrastructure in schools that remains predictable and compatible in the long term.

With the new ActivPanel 10, Android is no longer permanently integrated but can be selected as an option – just like Windows or ChromeOS. The separation of hardware and operating system allows for maximum freedom when integrating into existing IT environments. This ensures you remain flexible and future-proof. Discover the new panel from Promethean now.