In a data-driven world, businesses are increasingly reliant on numbers to narrate their progress and health. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) serve as the vital signs of an organization’s performance, but numbers alone can’t capture the full story. That...
In today’s data-driven environment, real-time information is invaluable across various sectors from sports to business analytics. Real-time scoreboards serve not just to inform but also to engage audiences, enhance experiences, and facilitate decision-making. However,...
In an era where data is hailed as the new oil, the ability to present this invaluable resource in an understandable, compelling, and visually appealing manner can be the difference between making an impactful connection with your audience or missing the mark entirely....
In today’s fast-paced business environment, efficient data management is a critical aspect of success. With the advent of tools like DataPoint, companies are finding powerful solutions for automated data reporting that deliver remarkable improvements in...
Are you tired of spending hours copying and pasting digital information onto your PowerPoint presentations and reports? Do you wish there was an easier way to automate this process? Look no further than our DataPoint plugin! The Problem with Manual Copying and Pasting...
Are you seeking a way to display live data in your PowerPoint presentations dynamically? Look no further! With PresentationPoint’s DataPoint plugin, you can create dashboards in PowerPoint that update in real-time, ensuring your data is as up-to-date as...
In the world of finance, time is not a mere commodity—it’s the backbone of success. The ability to swiftly gather, analyze, and report on financial data can mean the difference between riding ahead of the wave or being swallowed by the tide. DataPoint, a product...
In today’s fast-paced business environment, staying ahead of trends and efficiently analyzing operations are crucial for success. Traditional methods of generating reports and presentations, which involve manual data updates and countless hours of compilation,...
In a world where information changes in the blink of an eye, a static presentation can be a relic before it’s even delivered. That’s where DataPoint, our innovative PowerPoint plugin, becomes your secret weapon. DataPoint transforms the way you create and...
In the realm of digital information sharing and presentation, PowerPoint has long been the go-to platform for creating impactful slides. However, the dynamic nature of data and the need for up-to-the-minute accuracy in reports and documents necessitate a more robust...
In today’s fast-paced business environment, the ability to quickly transform raw data into insightful, actionable intelligence is more than a strategic advantage – it’s a necessity. While spreadsheets have long been the stalwarts of data organization and...
The restaurant industry is constantly evolving, driven by technological advances and changing customer expectations. As a restaurateur, staying ahead of these trends is crucial to keeping your business profitable and relevant. One innovation gaining traction is the...
The landscape of documentation is undergoing a seismic shift as we sail into the digital future. Businesses and individuals alike are constantly seeking more efficient ways to create, manage, and distribute documents. Automated document makers, particularly those...
In a data-driven era, the ability to communicate complex information effectively is vital. Enter Data Storytelling, an engaging approach that combines the persuasive power of narratives with the robust evidence of data. With the right tools, such as PowerPoint and the...
Are you tired of the tedious and continual task of updating your PowerPoint slide notes with the latest data manually? Our DataPoint offers a groundbreaking solution that accelerates the process of keeping your presentations up-to-date and data-driven. With the launch...
In today’s fast-paced world, the ability to make quick, data-driven decisions is a key differentiator between staying ahead or falling behind in any industry. This is why an increasing number of smart businesses are migrating towards automated reporting systems....
Understanding Real-Time Dashboards Real-time dashboards are essential tools for both aviation and automotive sectors, allowing pilots and drivers to monitor crucial key performance indicators (KPIs) such as fuel levels, speed, and engine temperature. This real-time...
Have you ever found yourself caught in the never-ending loop of copying and pasting data from one document to another? It might seem like a simple task, but in reality, it can quickly turn into a madness-inducing experience. In this blog article, we will explore the...
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, effective communication stands as a cornerstone of success. As companies navigate through the clutter of traditional communication methods, the shift toward digital solutions has become increasingly pronounced....
DataPoint is a game-changer for any organization looking to streamline their document creation process, specifically when utilizing PowerPoint. Here are compelling reasons why DataPoint stands out as the best add-in for automating document creation: Real-Time Data...
In the fast-paced world of sports and competitions, delivering real-time data and engaging visuals is not just a preference—it’s a necessity. As seen in the grand spectacle of the Olympic Games in Paris, the ability to showcase live results captivates audiences...
In the fast-paced world of business presentations, the need for real-time data integration in PowerPoint is more critical than ever. Our DataPoint plugin revolutionizes the way you integrate live data into your presentations, ensuring that your information is always...
PowerPoint is a powerful tool that can be used to convey complex ideas, create engaging visuals and deliver presentations to a large audience. However, using this tool can come with a hidden cost – updating PowerPoint slides. Updating PowerPoint slides is often...
In the digital era, personalization is key to engaging with your audience — whether it’s a customer, employee, or partner. Enter mail merging, a powerful process that has revolutionized the way businesses communicate on a large scale. But what exactly is mail...
Choosing the right tool for data presentation and analysis is crucial in a business environment. While Business Intelligence (BI) tools like Power BI offer comprehensive data analysis and visualization capabilities, there are compelling reasons to consider PowerPoint...
Here is another great story by one of our clients about how they are using DataPoint. Let’s explore how how the American Association of Physicists in Medicine uses DataPoint for donor recognition at their events. A bit thank-you to Michael Woodward, Deputy...
When you’re working with data, especially in a professional or business environment, one of the key challenges is ensuring that the information presented to stakeholders is current, clear, and impactful. This is where linking Excel to PowerPoint using DataPoint...
Excel is undeniably the workhorse of data management, celebrated for its versatility and robust capabilities. It empowers users to efficiently organize, analyze, and visualize data, making it indispensable for professionals across various industries. Excel’s...
PresentationPoint was founded in 1998 and was inspired by aviation and airports, where real-time information on television screens and other media is obvious and critical. When I have to pitch at an event about our PresentationPoint company, then sometimes I let...
In today’s data-driven business environment, the ability to quickly generate documents and presentations that reflect the most current data is not just an advantage; it’s a necessity. Our DataPoint plugin stands out as a powerful solution for automating and...
In the fast-paced financial sector, where data drives decisions and accurate, up-to-the-minute information is non-negotiable, the ability to efficiently generate documents and presentations with the latest data is crucial. PresentationPoint’s DataPoint software...
In the age of rapid information exchange and dynamic data landscapes, keeping presentations up-to-date can be a daunting task. Whether you’re delivering quarterly sales results, monitoring real-time data feeds, or sharing the latest metrics with stakeholders,...
A question at our PresentationPoint office popped up: how many PowerPoint presentations are made on a daily basis worldwide?? PP PowerPoint, Microsoft’s seminal presentation software, has not only become ubiquitous in corporate offices and educational...
In today’s fast-paced business world, generating accurate and up-to-date presentations and documents in bulk has become a paramount need for organizations across the globe. Whether it’s for financial reports, marketing material, or corporate...
Financial document automation facilitated by DataPoint works by enabling the seamless integration and real-time presentation of financial data within PowerPoint presentations, digital signage, and other documents. Here’s a breakdown of how it operates. 1. Create...
Here at PresentationPoint, we LOVE PowerPoint. Its ease of use and the fact that most people in organizations already have access to PowerPoint as part of the Microsoft Office Suite make it the perfect companion platform for DataPoint. Another amazing feature of...
In today’s fast-paced business environment, efficiency and time management are key. Companies continually seek tools that can automate mundane tasks, allowing teams to focus on strategy and decision-making. DataPoint Command Line Tool (DP30GEN) steps into this space...
In the fast-paced business world, efficiency in document generation is crucial. Organizations across various industries strive to streamline this process to enhance productivity, reduce human errors, and improve response times. One powerful tool that is...
A question at our PresentationPoint office popped up: how much time is spent to keep presentations up-to-date? PP Calculating a precise estimate for the total number of hours spent updating presentation data worldwide annually is challenging due to several variables,...
In an age where data drives decisions, business intelligence (BI) tools have become indispensable in extracting insights from vast amounts of data. However, the real challenge lies in communicating these data-driven insights effectively. Presentations, especially...
In today’s data-driven business environment, presentations often need to include the latest data for accurate decision-making and compelling storytelling. When that data resides in Excel files on SharePoint, incorporating it into PowerPoint presentations can...
We are thrilled to announce that PresentationPoint will be participating as a sponsor at the upcoming Present To Succeed conference, now in its 4th edition. This prestigious event, which is the largest of its kind globally, brings together professionals from around...
In this article, we explore the topic of executive summary PowerPoint presentations, what they are, why they are important, and how to automate their creation. What are Executive Summary PowerPoint Presentations? An executive summary PowerPoint presentation is a brief...
In the fast-paced world of politics, voter engagement has shifted dramatically. Today’s technology-laden landscape necessitates tools and strategies that facilitate rapid, personalized communication with potential voters. Enter DataPoint, a dynamic software...
In today’s fast-paced business environment, generating PowerPoint reports manually can be a time-consuming and error-prone task. Fortunately, automation offers a solution to streamline this process, allowing you to focus on valuable insights rather than tedious...
In the dynamic world of business, staying informed and up-to-date is crucial for making informed decisions. When it comes to presentations, incorporating real-time data offers a multitude of advantages. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of using...
In the vibrant world of digital marketing, Personalized Videos have emerged as a real game-changer. They can make your message more memorable, enhance audience engagement, and drive serious conversion results. One tool that stands out in achieving this is the...
In today’s data-driven world, effective communication of information is key to success. With the rise of big data, businesses and organizations are inundated with information that needs to be analyzed and presented in a clear and concise manner to make informed...
As a decision-maker in today’s fast-paced, data-driven world, extracting value from your data has never been more important. We understand that dealing with multiple data sources and formats can be challenging. That’s why we’re excited to introduce...
Did you know, you could use PowerPoint and DataPoint as tools for automated product catalog design? In this article, we visit Sara Mau from Botania.dk who runs a webshop selling hundreds of different flower seed variants. As you might imagine, managing such an array...
Digital signage televisions have become a popular tool for businesses to communicate with their customers or employees, providing a dynamic and interactive way to display information. However, deciding what to show on your digital signage can be a daunting task. With...
Real-time data is becoming increasingly important in many different industries for informed decision-making. Displaying such data on television screens can be an effective way to help people access, interpret, and respond to the information in real-time. Here are 24...
In today’s fast-paced business world, effective communication and data visualization are vital for success. When it comes to creating real-time dashboards and dynamic presentations, PowerPoint has long been a popular choice. However, many individuals and...
In the world of reporting, the choice of fonts holds immense power. The right font can elevate the visual appeal of a report, enhance readability, and communicate information effectively. With a plethora of font options available, it can be overwhelming to choose the...
A trip to the dentist can be a nerve-wracking experience for many people, with dental anxiety being a prevalent concern among patients of all ages. The waiting room, often the first point of contact, plays a crucial role in setting the tone for the entire dental...
In today’s fast-paced and data-driven world, static presentations with outdated data have become a hindrance to effective communication and decision-making. PowerPoint presentations have long been a popular medium for conveying information, but relying on old...
Digital signage has revolutionized the way schools communicate with their students, parents, and staff. It enables schools to display important information, announcements, and upcoming events in a visually appealing and interactive way. By utilizing PowerPoint and...
If you frequently make presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint and find yourself manually updating your charts and slides every time data changes, you need to try PresentationPoint’s DataPoint Plugin. With this powerful plugin, you can create dynamic, data-driven...
In the ever-evolving world of typography, fonts play a crucial role in shaping the visual identity of a brand or document. Microsoft, known for its commitment to innovation and design, has recently introduced a new font called Aptos. Previously known as Bierstadt,...
Do you ever find yourself spending endless hours in PowerPoint, copying and pasting values from one slide to another, or from another document or source to your slides? If so, you’re not alone. Many people underestimate the amount of time they spend on these...
I love outlining! I use outlines when planning, brainstorming, writing, and creating presentations. In this article we will explore the benefits of using ChatGPT PowerPoint outlining to speed up and enhance your presentation creation process. When you start up with a...
In today’s data-driven world, effective data visualization has become crucial for conveying complex information in a simple and visually appealing format. PowerPoint, with its versatile features, allows users to create impactful presentations incorporating...
Effective communication is essential for any successful organization. However, slow communication can be a major obstacle to productivity, collaboration, and success. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our new slogan, “Fighting Slow...
Festivals are a great way to spend time with friends and family, enjoy music, food, and drinks, and create unforgettable memories. However, with large crowds and multiple stages or attractions, festivals can also be overwhelming and confusing, especially when it comes...
In the hospitality industry, a guest’s experience is everything. As a hotel operator, you want your guests to have the best experience possible to keep them coming back. Here are 10 ways you can use hotel digital signage to maximize your customer experience and...
PresentationPoint, a leading provider of digital signage software and presentation and automation tools, is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Founded in 1998, the company has grown from a small startup to a global player in the digital signage industry. Over...
In the current digital age, technology is rapidly transforming every aspect of our lives, including the way we order food in restaurants, now by offering digital menus. A digital menu is a digital version of your restaurant’s printed menu. It’s an easy way...
Evolution of Public Signage What’s one thing a barbershop, a laundromat, and an arcade all have in common? No, not quarters. They all have some sort of signage advertising their services. In fact, most businesses do. Human beings have been communicating since the dawn...
Business presentations have a reputation for being boring. Too many slides with bullet points and reams of financial tables. Here are our creative business presentation ideas to help you break out of boring and into grabbing your audience’s attention. One Point...
In this article, we discuss how Robertson County Government in Tennessee in the US used DataPoint to create their own election dashboard software for their election viewing party. A big thank you to Chet Biggers, IT Manager for Robertson Country for sharing this story...
Microsoft Office is a very powerful tool that can be even more powerful with PowerPoint automation. Why do you need to use Automation in PowerPoint? Let’s face it – we are all far too busy to be spending time copying and pasting numbers, pictures, and...
This story comes from the UK and shows how one of our clients, British Gymnastics, uses DataPoint as scoreboard software for some of their events. About British Gymnastics British Gymnastics is the National Governing Body for Gymnastics in the UK. They are based at...
Imagine if each person in your audience received a customized presentation just for them based on their needs and interests. That’s right: a custom presentation. Just for them. If you can’t imagine it, that’s because it sounds impossible—but not by...
Remember the split-flap displays on train stations and airports? The ones that showed your flight or train schedule, with letters and numbers that clacked as they changed? Generations of travelers have many fond memories of these clacking information screens seeing...
What is a PowerPoint designer’s worst nightmare? When your amazingly crafted, beautiful PowerPoint presentation ends up in the hands of your client’s employees who then proceed to butcher your treasured creation beyond recognition! You know the feeling....
In this case study, we explore how St John Properties uses DataPoint to create their building lobby digital signage directories. About St. John Properties St. John Properties is a commercial Real Estate company headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland. St. John...
Microsoft recently announced Power BI PowerPoint integration, finally connecting two of their major software products – their premier data reporting tool (Power BI) with the world’s leading presentation software (PowerPoint). Let’s examine their...
Digital signage is a powerful tool. With its motion, video, and vivid imagery, it’s no surprise that it grabs our attention as we walk by. But what happens after the patron sees the ad? How do you get them to take action NOW instead of just going about their...
We best know PowerPoint with its interactive presentations that are typically used at meetings where you have one person (the presenter) who shows a slide and tells about it. When he is finished, he uses the mouse or a presenter stick to click and move to the next...
Recently I was asked by a customer if DataPoint can show thematic maps, colored by data. A thematic map is a type of map that portrays the geographic pattern of a particular subject matter in a geographic area or shape. Of course, the answer was yes, but you need to...
QR codes (also called quick-response codes) are like barcodes, but they’re made to be scanned by a cell phone camera. They’re used by businesses today in all kinds of ways—from marketing to creating a seamless payment experience. The beauty of QR codes is...
Download our free New York weather template for PowerPoint. This template displays the current weather conditions, the high temperature and low temperature of the day, as well as the forecasted weather for the next five days. This free New York weather template will...
If you’re running a business, you need to know how to effectively communicate with your employees. For the past few years, office digital signage for workplace communication has been on the rise. Why? Because it helps businesses harness the power of technology...
“Data” and “report” are the two words you are well accustomed to, even though you may or may not have to deal with it every day. But in case you have to create reports and manage dashboards every single day, then you are already aware of how arduous it is to manually...
QR code images or quick response images are often used in prints and displays. These can be scanned with your telephone’s camera app. This camera app detects that it is a QR code image, and translates the information into a link to a destination where you can...
When you are looking to fill openings in your company, have you thought of the advantages of internal recruitment? What is Internal Recruitment? Internal recruitment is the filling of jobs from people already within your organization. Advantages of Internal...
In this video, we show you how to create a live coronavirus dashboard using PowerPoint and the PowerPoint add-on, DataPoint. Then we break down some of the steps and show how-to screenshots in the article. Find A Coronavirus Dashboard Data Feed The first step is to...
Creating reports and data presentations out of scratch can be a hefty task and requires lots of research. The process begins with the collection of most updated numbers and stats found in the internet or any other source and then operation to sort out those data...
Customers all over the world use our DataPoint plugin for PowerPoint to run a real-time slideshow with up-to-date news, weather, key performance indicators, messages, etc. Some want to add inspirational or funny quotes to this slideshow to motivate personnel....
In this webinar recording, PresentationPoint partner Kurt Dupont shows how to set up a Live Weather display using PowerPoint and our PowerPoint add-ons, DataPoint, or Dynamic Weather. Have a look at this exclusive and in-depth webinar about showing real-time and live...
In this article/video and case study we look at how Reverend George Rizor creates virtual church services using PowerPoint and our VideoPoint software. For three years now, my church services, which incorporate multiple cameras have been working terrifically. The...
Digital Signage software is a very important aspect of any business that wants to grow their engagement and customer base. As well as if any company wants to create a positive impact worldwide, then what is better than advertising through digital signage displays? But...
PowerPoint is an amazing program not only because it’s a great way to communicate and share ideas with others, but also because it can take content from myriad sources, and combine them all cohesively with visual unity. There are essentially two ways in which...
Professionally I have been active for more than 30 years in the AV and digital signage industry. Every day I’m confronted with people that are designing their advertising and messaging in a basic design tool, exporting it to images, copying it on a USB stick and...
Here is a recording of a recent webinar we put together on “Amazing Things You Can Do With Airtable and PowerPoint” exploring how you can use Airtable for online data collection and then use DataPoint to show Airtable data in real-time on PowerPoint....
The last countdown event of the year is always the countdown that we all do; the countdown with family and friends to New Year. Think about Times Square, New York. That is the best example of counting down to New Year. You can create that same effect in your office,...
A computer or television screen that counts down to next Christmas, creates attention and Xmas-awareness. This awareness is very important for shops. Public holidays or celebrations generate extra sales. Imagine Valentine. When you see that tomorrow it is Valentine,...
If you are white-collar personnel or a firm whose whole work involves dealing with numbers, data (i.e., creating reports and presentations) and dashboard, you know how difficult it is to sort them out and arrange them in one place. But what if you can do much more...
Technology has made our daily lives effortless in almost every aspect. Especially when the pandemic hit us and going outside for either work or school became totally restricted. Technology played a pivotal role and connected us with our family, school, work etc. With...
Technology has heavily influenced our daily life, making our lives easier in every aspect. Daily necessities have become easily available and affordable. In the corporate world, where people often have to track and play with numbers, technology has created different...
Here are some fundraising PowerPoint ideas to help you use PowerPoint for fundraising for your organization. 1: Public Speaking Opportunities Public speaking is a great way to use PowerPoint for fundraising. You can speak in front of hundreds of people and get the...
Updating data manually is always a hefty task. You have to go through piles of pages to find a few relevant pieces of information you are looking for. But does it end there? Unfortunately, the answer is no. After finding the data you are looking for, you will have to...
In this webinar video, we show you how to use PowerPoint for interoffice communications by turning your existing computer network into a company-wide broadcasting system. Show the latest company news, sales figures, welcome new employees, or showcase the next office...
The Power of Data Dashboards Wherever your eyesight wanders around, you will see data, and with every step, you will experience the changes it has brought about. For example, if you look in the world of business, data is being used constantly to analyze, innovate,...
Congratulations Sotheby’s for this new record #loveisinthebin. Looking totally different now at all the shredded invoices and papers here in our recycle bin . Nice to see that real-time information on your screen there with our DataPoint presentation software....
Microsoft has announced that they are going to add some new features in their one of the most popular and commonly used products, PowerPoint. PowerPoint was first released on April 20, 1987, and was initially available for Mac. Later on, it was acquired by Microsoft...
I love when I drive or walk by a business and they have a funny sign out front. It shows me that the shop owners have a sense of humor and I have a warm feeling about the business and enjoy that they made me laugh. In this video, we will show you how to create your...
In this video and article, we discuss how to benefit from location based advertising on digital signage. Digital Signage Excels @ Location Based Advertising You can use digital signage monitors close to the advertiser to deliver advertising while prospects are in the...
Our customers often use PowerPoint to create menu boards and price lists. A good tip for price lists is to show your items for as long as possible. The risk of a PowerPoint price list is that you are going to use multiple slides to show all your items and...
In this video, we explore how to choose and manage music backgrounds for your retail store, restaurant or other environment. Music has a huge impact on our experience. It taps our emotions. Music can be uplifting, melancholy, or make us want to dance. Music can soothe...
Ever wonder what PresentationPoint staff do for vacations? Our founder, Kurt Dupont, donates some of his vacation time to cook for 150+ hungry campers at the nonprofit Chiro Youth Camp. Being Kurt, he came back and created this nonprofit infographic dashboard in...
This week we added a great feature to our DataPoint (Enterprise edition). This edition already includes a PowerPoint generator to generate individual and personalized presentations and documents for you, via its Snapshot Save As feature. But we have added an...
Successful businesses evolve with market trends, technological innovation, and internal forces. As your organization grows, you have to upgrade to stay ahead of the competition. This principle also applies to digital signage. A decade ago, a USB stick was the go-to...
Lets explore the use of timed content within your digital signage content management system. What is timed content? Timed content for digital signage is content that changes based on time. This might be: Time of day Day of the week Seasons/Weather Holidays and events...
The trucking industry is a challenging one, with many logistics to manage. In this video, we will show you how to set up a truck logistics dashboard using PowerPoint and our PowerPoint add-on, DataPoint. Why are Truck Logistics Important? Truck logistics dashboards...
In this video and article, we explore how you can use your existing computer network for inter office communication using push notifications and by controlling your network’s login screens, wallpaper and screensavers. Inter Office Communication: The Problem...
Forget old, static billboards! Digital billboards let you add movement and video to your advertising and to show hundreds of messages instead of a single message. Why Digital Billboards? With digital billboards, you can show a playlist of multiple ads instead of a...
In this video and article, we provide a non-profit digital signage case study, showing how Bravo Ambulance uses our DataPoint software to communicate with their dispatchers, paramedics, and other team members. Thanks to Tony Napoli, President of Bravo Ambulance for...
One of the most troublesome parts of having workstations all over the office, the country, even the world, is getting everyone on the same page with information. Send out an email and only a small percentage will read it in time. Sending a printed newsletter is...
In this video, we explore how to create a crypto dashboard in PowerPoint to show real-time pricing of cryptocurrencies. See the video above to see the crypto dashboard in PowerPoint in action. The first step whenever you are creating a data-driven PowerPoint...
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