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Providing an easily accessible and reliable internet connection to their guests has become a major task for event planners in the hospitality industry. These days, free Wi-Fi is basically a requirement for all hotel guests whether or not their trip involves business or pleasure. As the title suggests, this article provides event planners with suggestions on how to negotiate a data plan that's both effective and efficient. It all starts with a site inspection visit by a technology consultant. In doing so, event planners could ask all sort of questions regarding the proper service (DSL, satellite, T1, etc) proper bandwidth limit and the necessary number of access points. Personally, I stayed a resort a few days ago in which the complimentary wi-fi wasn't reliable in the common areas of the hotel. It was a struggle trying to access the internet and the situation became frustrating since I wasn't able to complete some of my work. Like me, I am sure there were business men and college students who may have experienced the same problem. For the event planning team, this must have been a headache since the wi-fi amenity wasn't up to par as previously advertised. In conclusion, it is every important that event planners conduct the proper research on what type of data needs their establishment requires. The use of the internet is inescapable especially in today's world since guests handle all types of personal and professional business through their technology artifacts.

AllSeated.com is a cloud based event planning tool that enables venues, event planners, vendors, and event hosts to seamlessly work together from one centralized website for free. An existing event planning system wastes huge amounts of money in labor and operations costs because of archaic and inefficient methods used for managing an entire event, such as paper and pencil, printed floor plans or Excel and email. In order to solve the mentioned problem, AllSeated.com is created basically. With AllSeated.com, all parties involved in planning the event are able to create venue maps, floor plan, seating charts, and guest list as well as easily access the creations from anywhere, at any time. Moreover, the cloud based event planning tool allows these parties to make instant changes based on most current information without unnecessary errors and time-consuming mistakes caused by a piece of paper work. That is, all parties involved can enjoy the cost/time saving and increased efficiency through the cloud based event planning tool.

To prevent the potentially harmful effects by the disaster, the chief engineer Sam Lota of Sheraton Sacramento Rancho Cordova Hotel set up a detailed engineering contingency plan. The plan can protect physical plant systems, computer systems, gas system, etc., and can also back up the electric's battery power and phone system. Instead of reacting to crises as they occur, Lota set up some action plans in advance. He asked staff to review the emergency procedures and make sure the emergency generator can be used smoothly. However, the emergency plan does not specifically deal with the computer system interruption caused by earthquake. Some experts advised that the data should be backed up in an offsite location.

This article talks about technology can significantly reduce the amount of time and sweat you invest in delivering a seamless, successful event. Definitely . the planners will always be perfectionists and no matter what tools they have at their disposal, they will always suffer from a last minute panic attack about the seating plan. There are many benefits from effectively using technology to events By using software to help you manage your event, you can ensure that it runs smoothly and that nothing is forgotten.Taking advantage of event planning technology will save you both time and money in the long run. Staying below budget is an important concept to keep in mind when planning any event. You can save a lot of money by managing your budget with software programs that allow you to keep track of all your expenses in one central location. By using technology to manage attendee registration, you can track variables such as fees, food orders and send marketing emails to your list of attendees.Staying organized is probably the single most important aspect of planning a successful event, and the use of technology can alleviate a lot of stress from an organizational standpoint. The events your company puts on are a direct reflection its value, so you will want it to be the best that it can be

I totally agree with you that with the assistance of technology, event planning has become easier than ever before. It can help people stay organized, keep track of details, and make sure no stone is left unturned. Technology can also help people plan, analyze and budget for an event accurately and effectively.

This article discusses how a convention manager for a Chicago planning firm keeps the SIGGRAPH convention happy every year the convention takes place. It explains that SIGGRAPH brings in 30,000 to 50,000 graphic artists and software designers to the convention, so it is important that planning company keeps their technology up to date. There is a positive side to SIGGRAPH convention goers, which is they understand that small glitches in technology do occur and they do not get frustrated when those glitches do occur. They had to implement a technology that will occur in real time, so they do not have to waste time inputting information, this is something that the SIGGRAHPH convention required if they were going to continue their business with the planning company. The software they developed allowed for everything to be in real time, all the staff had to do was review to make sure all the registration for their conventions were correct. I think that this article is a great example of why event planning firms should stay up-to-date on technology that will aid them in the planning process and keep clients returning.

The article reports Hyatt Planner Portal, a technology that will be for meeting planners designed to enhance the planning experience. The portal will allow planner to have access to view confirmed attendees, event space floor plans, view event history and generate reports. The portal will be integrated with Hyatt's Event Concierge App.

This article is a perfect example of how event planning can go terribly wrong with social media usage. The Bahama music festival hosted by Ja-Rule and his company left hundreds stranded on the Island of Great Exuma. The event started off by being promoted through instagram, mainly by famous celebrities such as Bella Hadid and Kendall Jenner. Tickets were sold at $1,200 for the utmost luxurious experience. Come the weekend of the festival, music go-ers arrived into full chaos. Everything that had been promised to the guests such as deluxe lodges, yoga tents and food courts were missing. People showed up to an empty island with no food, water or basic shelter. Clearly the festival was poorly executed and planned and it was canceled. There was a lack of infrastructure on the island to provide safety for the guests along with a lack of proper water systems and transportation. The event planners had not had a proper back up plan for storms that could potentially hit the island (which happened) which completely set back everything. Many viewed this Fryre Festival as a major scam and were extremely upset, but what it turned out to be was a poorly planned and executed music event.

This article explores how today's technology has changed/is changing the event planning industry. Modern technology has changed the way we share information with one another. This article covers: social media marketing, hashtags, live streaming, improved security, geofilters and online check in. Social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Pinterest have expanded the reach of marketing. Event planning professionals are now able to promote their event to a vast group of people. They can even set specific targeting parameters to reach the right audience. Social media also levels the playing field for even small businesses. Hashtags are a new way of identifying topics and they can be used to expose your event to large numbers of people. Creating a hashtag for an event can help create buzz and promote your event. Live streaming is a relatively new feature within social media sites like Facebook and Instagram. It allows users to share where they are and what they are seeing to their follower base. This is a great feature for event planning professionals because it allows more people to be apart of the event. Geofiters is a photo filter within Snap Chat. Geofilters are location based and only users near that location are able to view it. They are great features to have before, and during an event as they can help advertise your event to locals and interact with people visiting the area. Last but not least the advancement in technology has lead to online check-in via apps. A mobile app designed specifically for events can integrate with your guest list within a digital application. This can help identify VIPs and help provide logistics stats such as current headcount of attendees.

The software listed in this article will help with productivity of an event or project.

With the continuous developments in technology and its adoption in the hospitality industry, businesses are increasingly adopting event management software to enhance their performance and performance. This article looks at eight of the leading event management software that businesses can choose from. The article is a great read to all individuals in the event management business.

9 Event Planning Software tools- While this page does point out benefits of other event planning software its basically a Whova ad.

This article is how to be successful in entering the event planning industry. It has tips from insiders on things they did to become successful. It states that networking is key. Volunteer and get to know people in all types of events from school functions to jazz festivals. People interested in the event planning field should join one or more associations in this field. Research should be done, for example read books, articles and learn what you can. If you want to be an event planner in the hotel industry then you should also learn the terminology, sales concepts, and gain a basic understanding into the the hotel/convention business. Last be realistic, this is not a 9 - 5, it is hectic and your schedule will fluctuate from event to event.

Makesoneplans.com is a site that utilizes social media to connect prospective clients with vendors. This allows a person or group of people to easily become their own event planner.

New technologies have impacted nearly every facet of our lives, from the way we communicate to the ways we entertain ourselves. Technology now plays a key role in event planning, and is used in a variety of ways to streamline, enhance, and broadcast events. It has changed both the way we experience and organize events. I asked members of the Northeastern Events team what they thought the role of technology was in event planning.

I particularly liked this article because it didnt just touch on one device particularly that helps the events industry however it touched on the lasting effects of multiple new technology devices. One of the articles main points was using technology with a purpose to be innovating and not just having it there because we've moved into a techno era where we expect certain levels of technology to be present. I won't give too much away but this is a really good read.

Technology now plays a key role in event planning, and is used in a variety of ways to streamline, enhance, and broadcast events. It has changed both the way we experience and organize events. Using the wide varieties of software available one person can do the same amount of work two or three people previously did manually. Streaming events in real-time on the web has been one our latest successful ventures into using technology to improve our events.Advances in technology will continue to change and enchance our event experiences.

This is another innovation utilizing the cloud based computing in the hospitality industry. I am delighted to see advancement of the industry with implementing technology. The possibilities seem endless. With this planning platform, the world is really on our finger tips.

Hoteliers are expecting a lot more out of their PMS's such as data acquisition, integration with other systems, mobile capabilities, and social media. This article describes some of the different directions hoteliers are taking based on their specific focus and desired results. Some of the advantages and disadvantages of cloud based PMS's are discussed such as mobility, internet connection redundancy for rural vs. urban areas, and multiple system integration. The increasing role of social media is also explored and the degree to which it should be utilized by the hospitality industry. There are many possibilities including using social media posts to mine guest reviews, as well as the ability to book your hotel on Facebook and receive a confirmation via text. I apologize for the diminishing hi-lighting towards the end, my tool bar is having some issues!

This article is short and to the point. Highlight what is event management. Also looking at common responsibilities, and the relation and differences between event management and planning.

Very interesting article! This goes into the roles of event planners and event managers. As some may think these are different, they also have some responsibilities that overlap. However they both work together to put on an event. The important skills for both and how one can succeed at the position.

I agree that this article was short and concise.

This article talks about the future of event planning. The efforts hotels will have to make to be competitive in the industry. It also talks about the technology that will have to be offered such as VR (virtual reality).

This article is very interesting because it lists all the ways that event planning will be in the future because of technological advances. It talks about autonomous staff, 3D shopping, made-to-order venues, personalized longevity health spas, pop-up hotels, supersonic air travel, sustainable hotels, personal travel avatars, and DNA authorization. The article describes the benefits and downfalls to each one and puts emphasis on the fact that these advances are closer than we can imagine.

Mi Padrino is a new quincenera planning app that will launched at the end of this year. The new app will encompass everything needed to plan your celebration. App users will be able to budget, create wishlists, and allow families to connect in party planning process.

It is clear that a ton of work goes into planning a successful and smooth event. Many companies use event planners to coordinate an important meeting or event. This involves setting a budget, choosing a location and vendors, obtaining necessary permits or insurance, coordinate with speakers, and are onsite at all times to ensure the meeting or event runs as planned. The job market for event managers is growing and the need for event managers can increase by one-third in the next decade. In order to be a great event planner, you should be a people person, organization skills, interpersonal skills, and multitasking skills.

In order to succeed in event management, one needs to develop crisis management strategies in order to anticipate where problems might arise and plan for them. In the industry there is no right or wrong except to make the client happy, doing the work and getting it right is what matters most.

This article discusses the use of AI technology in the event planning sector, concluding that AI can be used as chatbots interfaces, data collection tools, and recommendation engines for event planners, to make the event planning process much faster and easier.

On that note it makes it easier to match planners with appropriate vendors as well. Both of these are considered the AI matchmaking function. The chatbot can also unite fellow guests with similar interests or experiences and give them a place to virtually meet each other, and Facebook has launched chatbot extensions. A company called PubNub allows a business to build its own chatbots from scratch.

Instead of having to download yet another app, chatbots allow users to connect through apps they've already downloaded (like facebook messenger), or other popular apps. And of course all of this data and interaction is collected and can be analyzed by event planners to streamline and enhance business, increase revenue, and increase guest satisfaction based on recommendations from the AI technology.