In today’s hyper-connected world, speed is everything. Customers have almost instantaneous access to the latest trends through their laptops and mobiles, particularly where music is concerned, and expect the same service when they’re out and about.

Unfortunately, for many pubs issues including poor signal and initial setup delays can prevent landlords from being able to offer their customers Wi-Fi access within the premises. In fact, Hire Jukebox finds that around one in five pubs still does not have customer Wi-Fi installed.

Thankfully though, these barriers do not have to mean pubs must lose out on the numerous benefits of a connected digital jukebox, as Hire Jukebox offers an alternative; Mi-Fi.

Mi-Fi essentially functions in a similar way to 3G internet access within a Smartphone; network connectivity is generated through a small device on a SIM card placed inside the jukebox cabinet and powered via a USB port on the jukebox PC.

Once installed, pubs and bars can then take advantage of access to the latest tracks to entertain their music loving regulars. New releases are automatically updated to the machine twice a week, including pre-releases, special requests through the Venue Favourites feature and new Sunday chart entries added to the jukebox on Mondays.

This last service is especially crucial, as any delay between a song reaching its peak popularity and appearing on the jukebox can dramatically reduce the number of times it is played and, in turn, the jukebox takings.

Regular updates aren’t the only way Mi-Fi can protect landlords against lost revenue opportunities either; often any unforeseen technical problems can also be resolved through the jukebox’s online connection. Replacing the need to call out a repairs professional, this rapid remote service can significantly reduce jukebox down-time, ensuring landlords can get the most from their machine.

To learn more about the latest advances in jukebox technology and what they mean for your pub, contact the Hire Jukebox team.

Author: Marc Bird