Where It All Began: Prague Václav Havel Airport's Remarkable Tech Transformation
We're thrilled to share a major milestone:
Since 2007, Prague Václav Havel Airport has stood as a testament to the enduring partnership between Simpleway and one of the busiest airports in central Europe. Now, in 2023, we celebrate the successful upgrade of Prague Airport to the newest version of our system, marking another noteworthy milestone in our collaborative journey.
Simpleway as a Announcement & Content Management System of Prague Airport
Join us as we delve into the evolution of this longstanding collaboration, exploring the implemented customizations and new functionalities that have elevated Prague Airport's operations and enhanced the overall customer experience.
Voice of Prague Airport
Our automatic announcement system spans both terminals of Prague Vaclav Havel Airport, resonating crucial information at 55 gates where airport staff utilizes the special features of our system's Gate User Interface (GateUI). This innovative interface empowers airport personnel to control the entire boarding process more efficiently, contributing to smoother operations in 12 languages.
FIDS Content Management System
Simpleway has provided Prague Airport with a Flight Information Display System (FIDS) content management system for around 1100 displays. This system empowers passengers to access real-time flight information, enhancing their overall airport experience. Additionally, our visual paging and display control interface allows for the efficient management of displays, incorporating automated boarding announcements, courtesy messages, and emergency communications.
So, what happened in Prague Airport this year?
Improvements:
The Airport has been upgraded to the latest version of our system with improved functionality and workflow of existing features.
CheckinUI: Elevating Check-in Processes with Precision
At the heart of the upgrade is CheckinUI, a web application designed for airport and airline personnel. It allows dynamic modification of flight information displayed on checkin displays. The flexibility provided by CheckinUI enables assignment of flights to counter displays, definition of flight classes, addition of visual messages to displays, and ensures the smooth operation of check-in counters.
Scenarios: Automating for Optimal Productivity
Scenarios functionality automates repetitive situations. Be it responding to emergencies or performing routine tasks, scenarios allow airport staff to react promptly and effectively.
New features:
The upgrade not only optimized existing features but also introduced new functionalities.
GateUI: Tailoring Flight Information Display
GateUI, a user interface for gate operation agents, allows dynamic modification of flight information displayed on gate displays. This adaptability enables airport staff to adjust flight classes, modify configuration options, and change message inputs with ease, ensuring real-time responsiveness to evolving circumstances.
Table Feature: Data Management for Enhanced Efficiency
Prague Airport has embraced our table feature, a robust tool for centralized data management. This feature allows operators to store information in one place and use it across multiple templates.
Whether creating simple references of cells or utilizing the table wizard for easy setup, the airport has harnessed the advanced capabilities for various purposes, including internal task management prominently displayed on internal screens. We proudly highlight Prague Airport as the most active user of our table feature, showcasing its versatility and effectiveness in addressing diverse use cases, including internal task management displayed on internal screens. Take a look for yourself.
PA integration
The upgrade also included the seamless integration of Bosch and Praesenca PA, enhancing overall communication and public address systems at the airport.
Conclusion
As we look back on the collaborative journey with Prague Václav Havel Airport, the recent upgrade to the newest version of our system reflects a shared commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. In our ongoing partnership, we remain focused on the journey ahead, ensuring that Prague Airport continues to evolve with the changing landscape of travel technology.
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