The Digital Signage Business Climate Index (DBCI) in Russia has increased marginally since the last poll in May. The Index rose from -7,15 base points by 0,33 points to reach -6,82 base points.
Like the current business situation and the outlook for the future is assessed more conservatively by the market participants compared to May
As the political crisis has cooled off in the last few months, the economic situation in the Russian Federation remains volatile. The main problems are the low oil price, a high inflation combined with an devaluation of the local currency and the retreat of foreign investments.
Further research:
Other than touch technology, interactive solutions are still not yet in high demand from the customer.
For QR/hashtag, iBeacon/NFC and Kinect most market participants expect only a average to low customer demand over the next 24 months
Here the survey can be downloaded in English (full report) and Russian (summary).