Why 2.7 million Americans still get Netflix DVDs in the mail

By | February 13, 2022

Excerpy from April 4th, 2019 CNN article full text

Netflix Users Still Opt for US Mail

netflix usersStill 2.7 Million subscribers that get Netflix in the US Mail. $212 Million profit last year for Netflix.

Couple of reasons:

  • Broadband Access – Netflix consumes 15% of bandwidth in the US according to a 2018 industry report.
  • 24 million users fall into low bandwidth sector
  • US Mail reaches every zip code
  • Big surprise – the West Coast and East Coast are major users.
  • Netflix streams 6,000 movies.
  • Their mailable catalog is 100,000 movies
  • Streaming services by subscription start to add up as competition is increasing

Read April 4th, 2019 CNN article full text

Author: Retail Systems

Craig Allen Keefner is an influential figure in the self-service technology industry, best known for his leadership in kiosks, digital signage, and retail automation. Based in Denver, Colorado, Keefner has managed the Kiosk Industry Group (Kiosk Manufacturer Association) since 2014, supporting self-service professionals and overseeing projects in kiosks, point-of-sale systems, thin client technology, and related fields.​ Over his career, Keefner has served in various executive and managerial roles—including as owner and CEO of pioneering kiosk and retail tech companies, as well as managing key industry websites such as kioskindustry.org and thinclient.org. His experience also includes significant contributions to the deployment and advancement of interactive technology in healthcare, retail, and smart cities.​ Keefner holds a BA from the University of Tulsa and has earned credentials in electronics and technology from institutions like the Missouri Institute of Technology and DeVry. Often recognized as “Mr. Kiosk,” he is noted for his expertise, industry advocacy, and innovation in digital self-service solutions