The Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) is a public institution serving students throughout Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
To improve how students and visitors navigate its campus buildings, CCAC sought a more effective, user-friendly wayfinding solution.
Their new digital signage system now features interactive maps, directories, event listings, and accessibility tools, all designed to make getting around easier and more engaging.
Below is a brief summary of the solution but we recommend viewing the entire success story here.
Introduction
CCAC enrolls about 30,000 students each year and offers over 130 academic and workforce programs.
To enhance communication and wayfinding across its campuses, Mvix created custom interactive digital templates.
These include screensavers, touchscreen building maps, visual directories, live event updates, and ADA-compliant features—each aimed at improving the campus experience.
The Challenge
Outdated static signage at CCAC was costly to maintain and often overlooked.
Physical maps and posters failed to capture attention, making it hard to share important information effectively.
Navigating the campus was a struggle for many, and engagement with existing signage was low.
CCAC needed a dynamic digital solution that was easy to update, eye-catching, and capable of providing insights into user interaction.
Deployment & Usage
Mvix started by assessing CCAC’s specific needs and designed a tailored digital signage system.
The rollout began at the West Hills campus, focusing on wayfinding tools enhanced with event listings and mobile-friendly QR codes.
Kiosks were strategically placed near building entrances to maximize accessibility and visibility for both students and visitors.
Why It Worked
After reviewing several vendors, CCAC chose Mvix for its comprehensive offering of software, hardware, support, and analytics.
The solution quickly proved effective, with hundreds of user interactions recorded within weeks.
Encouraged by these results, CCAC expanded the digital signage to additional campuses, with other departments now exploring new ways to utilize the system.
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