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  • Virtual platforms, however, are fast becoming the way to host, exhibit at and attend a tradeshow.
  • You'll save money.
  • It's better for the environment.
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  • You won't lose as much employee productivity.
  • Virtual tradeshows have everything a standard show does--and more:
  • There's no tedious setup or breakdown.
  • ypere044 on 23 Jun 14
     
    For many businesses in event planning, hosting or being a part of a tradeshow is a great way of showing people what your company can do and model your products. Many companies are choosing to cut costs of tradeshows and go virtual instead. By going virtual, the article explains that companies can save money, protect the environment (reducing carbon-dioxide emissions), give more to the attendees and save time. Employees can set up virtual tradeshows and virtually be in two places at once. They can be at the office and at the virtual tradeshow. Companies can save money by not having to spend on set up, travel, and registration. 
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IEC Event Planners Bring their Modish Virtual Wall Graffiti to your Tradeshow | PRLog - 0 views

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  • Tradeshows that are looking for updated entertainment for crowds depend and continue contacting IEC. Attendees at your Tradeshow have a new trend of high-tech art fun, as IEC Event Planners bring the Modish Virtual Graffiti Wall to your Tradeshow.
  • Whenever IEC create a plan for large NYC tradeshows, they assure clients there are several products that can generate some real traffic builders. The IEC Virtual Graffiti is a perfect example of what IEC has in store to generate traffic, build marketing tools, and bring some ROI (Return of Investment) to their client’s next company or corporate planned events.
  • Xinyu Tian on 16 Apr 12
     
    I am so excited to read this article , I also watched several related videos on youtube. This new technology has so much fun and does help to generate traffic in a event. I always believe that the entertainment is also a very important element in a event or a tradeshow, and with this Virtual Wall Graffiti any event or tradeshow can be much better and lot of fun.
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Must-Know Event Technology Trends for 2020 | Social Tables - 3 views

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  • In addition to speeding up registration time, incorporating RFID technology into events will help with both qualitative and quantitative data analysis, thereby making it easier for planners to target what worked during their event and what didn’t.
  • Though event apps are admittedly helpful, they now have a new hurdle to face. Producing an application to be used for one event is costly, time consuming, and inefficient, as users must learn how to interact with the app for each new event attended. Phone storage space is very important to consumers. Many are hesitant to download an application that they will only use once. Thus, event apps that can continue to deliver value to customers beyond the date of the event itself, are going to become a huge trend.
  • RFID also has the potential to allow attendees to become more engaged with the event across various social platforms.
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  • Menu options, travel directions, appointment updates, facial recognition software and contact information are just the beginning of the very real ways that event planners will soon be able to use wearable tech.
  • Event technology trends aside, the number one thing for any event professional to remember, is to let your tools work for you, rather than the other way around. The purpose of implementing advanced technology is to make your life, and the life of those whom you plan events for, as easy as possible.
  • 5G will also make it more feasible to incorporate the cutting-edge into event experiences.
  • Projection mapping is the act of creating an augmented reality experience with the help of projectors.
  • this visual technology proves to be an efficient and cost effective way to create optical illusions in nearly every location.
  • event technology adoption can increase attendance by 20%, increase productivity by 27%, and decrease costs by as much as 30%.
  • branded apps provide limitless opportunities to interact with consumers right on their own phones
  • Apps can be customized to appear as if they were created specifically for events or stays, while offering functionality that serves to enhance and personalize the attendee experience.
  • Planners can utilize branded multi-use apps to connect with attendees and engage them on a variety of levels before, during, and after the occasion.
  • Event spaces can create customized apps to enhance experiences and share things like helpful facts, historical tidbits, and even the personalities of their unique employees,
  • Because they’re often cloud-based, these programs also provide accurate, customizable, and collaborative project planning that’s accessible by all managing parties
  • With event diagramming software, both event planners and venues are able to map everything out visually
  • provides helpful tools like drag-and-drop diagramming, 3D walkthroughs, and seating software on a single platform.
  • Hotels especially can use apps in this way, allowing guests to control their rooms from their phones and even communicate with chatbots to find nearby attractions.
  • Projection mapping5GBranded multi-use appsEvent diagramming
  • It also opens up new possibilities for app developers to push the boundaries of current event tech trends
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      abroo041 on 23 Jun 20
       
      The world of technology is advancing every day. As technology grows and advances, so does its use in the events industry. This blog post discusses some of the technological advances that have made their debut in the events industry and how they can improve an event, how they help the event planner and venue, and even shows us examples of how they are used in real life. It gives statistics on how these technologies have benefit events. For example, when the blog post speaks about gamification, it mentions that "gamified events see a 44 percent increase in engagement". The post is not only suggesting to us that adding gamification is a good idea for future events, but it shows us how well gamification works.
  • Knowing event technology trends—and adopting the most valuable ones—gives planners and venues the competitive advantage
  • Studies show that using event technology can increase attendance by 20 percent and increase productivity by 27 percent. 
  • Each match automates personalized actions, such as printing a badge with the attendees name, sending an email with a scannable lunch voucher, and finalizing a swag bag for their ticket-tier (no sense creating swag bags for no-shows).
  • The technology speeds event check-ins, improves security, and helps businesses at tradeshows collect more valuable leads by tracking attendee visits to booths.
  • can also use facial recognition to watch for crowd flow bottlenecks and collect session attendance data so you know what worked—and what didn’t.
  • The ability to support advanced tech like facial recognition makes venues more attractive to corporate planners. The technology also allows automation at certain access points, which means lower manpower requirements and lower costs. 
  • Properly integrated apps add value to events, providing attendees with more opportunities for networking, interaction, and engagement with peers, speakers, and exhibitors.
  • Offering tech to support projection mapping provides bang for the buck. There’s no need to physically construct or deconstruct any part of your exhibit hall to add this fun, popular technology to your toolbox and draw more events. 
  • This visual technology is an efficient, cost-effective way to create optical illusions on anything—from cars to landmarks to stages.
  • With tradeshow or conference maps, speaker bios, and schedules in the event app, there’s no need for bulky information packets. Push notifications in the apps help keep attendees informed and on schedule. Planners can also use apps to personalize the event agenda through live polling and attract event sponsors with the option of targeted attendee surveys.  
  • Event spaces can create customized apps to share helpful info like maps, historical tidbits, and even the personalities of their unique employees
  • Easy-to-use 3D event diagramming software provides accurate, customizable, collaborative project planning regardless of venue design or size.
  • Give clients peace of mind and leave nothing to chance on the big dayUpload a floor plan to work with, so you know the diagram is to scaleTake clients and stakeholders on 3D ‘fly throughs’ to clarify your visionPlan seating charts and manage attendees’ meal choices or other preferencesHelp staff easily identify and accommodate VIPs and guests with special requests
  • Sales reps can collaborate with planners in real time, share variations on the event proposal, and visually portray upsells.
  • Attendees can use this tech to follow slide presentations, participate with quizzes and polls, take notes, and engage in text-based Q&A. They can also view graphs, tables, videos, and other content; and follow website and social media links. 
  • Any speaker can keep an audience attentive and engaged with this technology, leading to good reviews and a successful event.
  • Supporting second screen tech for presentations is much less expensive than making physical upgrades that aren’t in the budget. 
  • This data underscores the importance of social media sentiment analysis in monitoring your brand and messaging, keeping an eye on competitors, and making improvements to services during and after events.
  • Tracking attendee activity on social media during an event provides actionable data to help you make adjustments in real-time
  • Replenishing food and beveragesEasing show floor bottlenecksDriving session attendanceAddressing technology issues (mobile apps, Wi-Fi, or audio/visual)
  • Venues can social media sentiment to promote popular services and learn where there’s room for improvement:
  • Wristbands and smart badges using near-field communication (NFC) chips keep disruptions and lines to a minimum, thereby increasing attendee productivity and engagement.
  • Access different event areasExchange information with peersReceive exhibitor marketing materialMake cashless purchases
  • Wearable tech helps you speed-up check-in, control access, and monitor attendee behavior with less staffing. It also improves ROI for exhibitors, who can drive attendees wearing the tech to visit a booth of interest based on an individual’s profile.
  • On-site staff can use real-time data to learn when they need to offer overflow rooms or investigate security breaches, such as non-VIP guests in restricted areas. 
  • Indoor wayfinding helps attendees navigate exhibit halls with ease,
  • gather useful attendee behavioral data, send leads to sales team members in real-time, and build attendee profiles to send targeted messaging
  • You can also incorporate proximity advertising options as a value-add for exhibitors and sponsor
  • Post-event, you can utilize IPS data to see where attendees spent their time visiting booths and attending presentations.
  • Adding hotel bars, restaurants, spas, gift shops, and other amenities to the location map can help drive additional revenue during events while improving the attendee experience
  • store attendee admission information on their person, helping to detect fraud and streamline access
  • Attendees can review their travels throughout a tradeshow and see who they interacted with, while exhibitors are notified in real-time when sought-after prospects come into their booth.
  • Planners can generate pop-up directions for attendees based on their location at an event instead of investing in producing/shipping/replacing physical signage
  • validates your event and highlights improvement opportunities by tracking session popularity, length of attendee visits to exhibitor booths, and strong tradeshow traffic.  
  • RFID and beacon technology helps security and general event staff do their job better in real-time, which is essential for building trust and streamlining crowded events
  • event planners are turning to venue sourcing platforms to connect with the perfect site for their particular event.
  • discover detailed venue layouts, capacity ranges, and on-site services
  • Venue platforms offer exceptional ROI and generate more leads through improved discoverability.
  • Convey elements that make your venue uniqueShowcase your event spaces visually with accurate floor plans, 3D diagrams, quality photos, and videosLeverage the success of past events with testimonials and social media accolades
  • artificial intelligence (AI) tech is using badge scans, social media info, and other behavioral data to match attendees with people they should meet or seminars they may want to attend. 
  • Instead of taking-up significant time pre-event and on-site manually recommending seminars, exhibitors, and sponsors to attendees, AI can do it for you—even in real-time—based on their profiles and preferences captured during registration. 
  • it requires transparency and advance notice about how you may use data submitted by attendees. 
  • Attendees entering the geofenced area triggers predetermined actions, such as event check-in, push notifications, or advertising related to the event. 
  • Planners can sell geofencing to exhibitors and sponsors to reach attendees at events, or even promote their event on attendee devices at a competing event under a separate geofence. You can also provide attendees with a better experience via seamless registration and check-in, along with automatic app downloads as soon as they walk on-site.
  • provides analytics, both post-event and in real-time to help you better understand things like the duration of an attendee’s time at an event and overall peak attendance. 
  • Hotels can serve ads promoting their brand, facility, and services to attendees at events
  • once a prospect visits an event website, ads for that event will appear on any subsequent websites the prospect visits, in the form of website banner ads, search engine results, and pop-up or push ads on mobile apps. 
  • Event marketing teams should develop relevant and creative ads with clearly visible event dates to convince prospects who have visited an event website, but haven’t yet registered
  • venues can use it to generate return visits from event planners
  • retarget attendees during events with offers for in-house services like food and beverage, spa, and discounts on extending their stay.
  • Gameplay creates an immersive attendee experience, while generating leads and booth visits for exhibitors via quizzes, scavenger hunts, and trivia on mobile apps.
  • Gameplay fosters a sense of common purpose; creates an environment of collaboration and trust; facilitates easier communication; and boosts attendee confidence. You can also gather information about attendee engagement and interests via game choices.
  • Promoting the use of gameplay on-site showcases a venue to organizations looking for facilities supporting team building exercises as well as immersive attendee experiences.
  • Event technology is a term used to describe all of the digital tools and software used in the events industry. Everything from check in & registration, to diagramming, to social media tools, and more can be considered event technology.
  • kdibe001 on 09 Jul 17
     
    RFID, event applications, wearable technology, virtual reality, and social media are upcoming popular uses for event planners. With RFID event planners are able to keep better track of the guests attending the event as well as keeping them more involved. I first heard of this a few months ago when attending an event and it described that a chip with RFID was placed inside the wristband-type ticket. For me, the most interesting thing is the wearable technology! Imagine an event where you can have directions given to you or a layout of the event right on your wrist! Also, the watch can notify you of events happening within an event or you can see order your food or see the menu. To know that soon enough it will be a norm for everyone to have some type of wearable technology and that event planners can truly get the guests involved through this use is exciting.
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  • nicolettevelez on 25 Jun 18
     
    This article discusses five major event technology trends. The first is RFID, which can assist in registration time but even more important is being used to gather both qualitative and quantitative data analysis. This kind of data acquisition is great because it allows for planners to analysis, study and understand what worked and didn't work for their events. The second is multi-use apps. These apps allow the event to incorporate important aspects like activities, scheduled break down, and speaker info all at once. Additionally these apps allow attendees to socialize with other participants, and expand their network. The other technologies are some that can definitely change the industry once they are fully integrated. These include: wearable technology, virtual reality, and social media.
  • linanzhang on 29 Oct 18
     
    Nowadays the event planning becomes more and more popular. With the development of event planning, we have 5 event technology trends shaping the future of event planning. The first on is RFID-radio frequency identification. In addition to speeding up registration time, incorporating RFID technology into events will help with both qualitative and quantitative data analysis, thereby making it easier for planners to target what worked during their event and what didn't. In this way, it will be easier to foster repeat attendees. The second one is multi-use apps. It's easy to use apps to solve problems. event apps that can continue to deliver value to customers beyond the date of the event itself are going to become a huge trend. The third one is wearable technology. Like google glasses should be a trend in the future. Facial recognition and contact information make the event planning more easier. The fourth one is VR. VR is a great way to up attendee engagement during events. The last one is social media. Social media will be a really important trend. Social media is more than likely the way that investors and sponsors will advertise your event.
  • samanthapoorman on 28 Feb 19
     
    This article introduces four new advances to technology that help ease the process of event planning. Projection mapping, 5G, Branded multi-use apps, and event diagramming.
  • zxu009 on 23 Apr 19
     
    This article shares the technology innovation with meeting/convention operations and how these technology help offer better guest satisfaction.
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HFTP's Guestroom20X features technologies from VingCard Elsafe and Axxess Industries, a... - 0 views

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  • Hotel rooms are ready to go high-tech with new security products that can enhance the guest experience.
  • While they are at the door, guests will find Axxess Industries’ IP Video Intercom. It replaces the more commonly used peephole
  • Shea said security technology has been a long-time development, but not implemented in hospitality – until now.
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  • Although these enhancements are beneficial to hotels worldwide, some wonder whether hotels are buying the technology and ultimately, implementing them.
  • the future of hotel technology is unclear, but moving forward requires a certain factor.
  • HFTP calls the developments showcased in the Guestroom 20X , “game-changing for the hospitality industry, opening a new avenue for delivering personal guest services efficiently and with ease.”
  • We’re seeing a technological revolution in hotels,”
  • A final security enhancement to the guest room is Ovation Networks’ EcoManaged, an energy management system. With Wi-Fi monitoring, the system measures and detects CO2 in the room and adjusts the room temperature as necessary.
  • Jenna Wieland on 05 Aug 12
     
    Hotel rooms are ready to go high-tech with new security products that can enhance the guest experience. As the organization Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP) prepared the 2012 guestroom exhibit Guestroom 20X for last week's HITEC tradeshow, the group sought new ways to make the room more modern, efficient and self-serviced.
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  • Jenna Wieland on 05 Aug 12
     
    As we can see technology is rapidly making its way into our field. This article explains how technology implemented in the guest rooms allow the guest to have a more personalized experience and feel that there belongings are also secure in the hotel. "The key thing is to provide something that's valuable to the person that uses it, the person that administers it and the person that supplies it," said Shea, whose firm's technology is one of many showcased in the futuristic room. This is very true considering that technology is not cheap and a lot of money has to be put into this new technological wave, but the consumers seem to be paying the money. Overall, technology is changing our industry and our companies either have to embrace it, or be left behind.
  • Kassandra Baumgardner on 15 Feb 13
     
    According to this article, hotels are coming up with new and more secure ways to make guests feel safe and comfortable. This can be extremely important for women traveling alone, or people with children. This article describes several new security features that can be added to hotel rooms that serves guests efficiently and with ease. The first new technology device is a Mobile Key Solution. Guests will be able to receive their room number and room key via their mobile phone or computer allowing them to bypass the front desk altogether. Also, at the door, it is equipped with IP Video Intercom that can replace the peephole. This intercom can routed to any device in the room and it can be accessed using mobile phones. Also inside the room is a high-tech safe that features four unique solution for providing extra security. Other security features are sound recognition smoke alarms and CO2 detectors. Right now, technology companies are ready to install new products, but there is question as to whether hotels are buying the technology. It is my opinion that as technology continues to advance, security will have to advance as well. Security for guests information, and personal safety will have to increase. More advanced room key technology is definitely a priority. There are too many issues with room keys and this can be a giant security issue. It is my opinion that we will start to see new security technology entering hotels in the near future.
  • Xiameng Zheng on 20 Mar 13
     
    High-tech security products and hotel rooms can enhance the guest experience. The article introduced some new technology related to the hotel room security, including the door's Mobile Key Solution lock, RFID and mobile-friendly NFC technology, Axxess Industries' IP Video Intercom instead of the peephole. What's more, with IP connectivity, guests can answer the intercom using their mobile phones, also the new generation safe with RFID contactless, electronic lock. The most inspired tech is the Ovation Networks' Eco-Managed, an energy management system. With Wi-Fi monitoring, the system measures and detects CO2 in the room and adjusts the room temperature as necessary. With all these new technology integrations, guests security can be more insured and personalized, and provide hotel customer quite new experience.
  • Yuting Peng on 23 Mar 13
     
    New technologies poised to change guest experience. Hotel rooms are ready to go high-tech with new security products that can enhance the guest experience, they are making the room more modern, efficient and self-serviced. As we can see, the future of hotel technology is unclear, but moving forward requires a certain factor. In a hotel room, first and foremost, the guests will be able to open the door's wireless software, in this way, they will securely receive their room number and room key and makes it easy for them to check-in or check-out. In addition, guests may answer the intercom using their mobile phones. And they will feel more safe with the electronic lock to provide anti-cloning technology. Finally, guests will notice the SafeAwake Smoke Alarm Aid, it will alert guests when a smoke detector is activated which will give guests much more safe. Although these enhancements are beneficial to hotels worldwide, some wonder whether hotels are buying the technology and ultimately, implementing them. The technology is changing, the customers are embracing.
  • Siyu Ma on 25 Mar 13
     
    Hotel rooms are ready to go high-tech with new security products that can enhance the guest experience. As the organization Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP) prepared the 2012 guestroom exhibit Guestroom 20X for last week's HITEC tradeshow, the group sought new ways to make the room more modern, efficient and self-serviced.
  • Charlesque Moses on 10 Jul 13
     
    This article covered information on the projected security of the future in hospitality. The Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP) were working on developments that they planned to showcase in the HITEC tradeshow last year. These developments, collectively recognized as the Guestroom 20x, were expected to make hotel rooms more efficient and modern. These developments included obtaining rooms and keys without front desk interaction, video intercoms to replace peepholes, reinforced room safes, and a smoke alarm aid to properly alert guests in case of fire. There were also talks of an energy management system in the rooms included. The developments seem to be a start towards a changing way of hospitality. I believe that these developments are great options for hotels in the future. Of course, there are always risks that must be recognized. These risks could even be the downfall of the developments. Technology's ability to fail or malfunction is too constant at this time. System glitches, hacking possibilities and power outages could inconvenience these developments as well as inconvenience the guests at the hotel that use them. My main concerns lie with the option to obtain rooms and keys through PCs and mobile phones, the smoke alarm aid and the energy management. One technological failure could cause any of these to cease operating, which means that guests could be locked out of their rooms, in danger if there is actually a fire (or inconvenienced because of a malfunctioning alarm), or inconvenienced because of a nonworking room temperature gauge. These issues could lead to many problems for the hotel that hosts these developments. So, the companies should analyze these issues before installing these developments.
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  • This site is dedicated to EventPro Planner, the perfect solution for professional Event Planners to effectively plan the key elements of an event. EventPro Planner is ideal for Meetings, Conferences, Tradeshows, Weddings, Parties and Fundraisers!
  • EventPro Planner Strategic Meetings Management Program (SMMP) delivers user-friendly features that save time when you're planning events: meetings, conferences, tradeshows, etc. It includes a powerful scheduler that allows you to drag and drop functions into your choice of venue, organize your client's agenda and add detail items
  • martha villamizar on 16 Nov 12
     
    EventPro planner Software is the solution that your business needs to jump to the next level. Your event business will go to a new level of efficiency and organization that you will have enough time to have a better relation to your client. This software will organize meetings, conferences, seminars, vendors fairs, weddings, etc. The software features are organization, communication log, comprehensive reports, attendee online module.
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6 Event Tech Innovations That Will Change the Industry - 1 views

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  • 6 Event Tech Innovations That Will Change the Industry
  • “Datakalab is a neuroscientific way of reading audience members’ expressions—it’s really interesting,”
  • In a meeting or event setting, the best part is seeing how attendees are truly reacting to what a presenter is saying
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  • Doob takes 3D to a new level by applying it to people and even animals
  • cameras capture dozens of images from all angles and the data is used to create a 3D replica, which is like an action figure,
  • This is something planners could even do as a creative thank-you presentation or as CEO gifts.
  • AI Robots at Meetings
  • Artificial intelligence robots debuted a few years ago, and they have started debuting at tradeshows and conventions
  • “They have facial expressions and can have full conversations with you. There are endless ways they can be used at events. They are becoming so popular,
  • G-SMATT is a fully transparent LED glass that allows event producers to create a full 360-degree program that combines the physical and digital worlds to immerse guests in a brand’s message in a unique and entertaining way.
  • The technology can display digital artwork, create augmented reality and holographic visuals, and even allow guests to play interactive games. It can be a building block for everything from tradeshow booth structures to the outside of skyscrapers.
  • “Visual Comet creates incredible LED tunnels and bar [displays], for example,” Cerbelli said. “The visuals and branding possibilities are fantastic with the imagery you can bring to life.
  • dyaniroberts on 13 Jan 20
     
    This article breaks down several different items that are key players in the future of event technology. In the events industry, there are so many things that can be used to impact the guest/attendee experience. The technology innovations that are headed our way and gearing us into the right direction in executing successful, interactive and insightful meetings and events.
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  • anonymous on 20 Feb 13
     
    This article is about Benseron, and how it premiered its new hybrid POS system at the Northeast Acquirers Association Tradeshow. The company's CEO, Onur Haytac, claims that the software is years ahead of its time. The application will allow users to cross platform between Android, iPad or Windows. The technology will allow servers to use tables table side and accept and process orders in seconds. Users will also have real-time information about their business and allow for better management. In addition, the software will be able to continue running even if the internet or network crashes. I am very excited about this innovation in POS systems. I think that anything that could be done to assist the restaurant owner in running his business more effectively should be welcome with open arms. Studies have shown that consumers are hungry for new technology in restaurants, and I think tablets are the answer. With Benseron's new POS system, manage can streamline orders and have more accurate reports on their sales.
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  • Marcia Brown-Kelly on 01 Mar 12
     
    The article highlighted the five top technologies that are quite effective and beneficial for events: 1. Smart phones: Smart phones have the ability to look up suppliers when on the move, for example the ability to respond to emails as well as monitor and respond to the social media. Another benefit is the ability for to do list and scheduled to be created. This is very critical in the time management of events. 2. Saas Cloud Application (software as a service): The advantage is to have access form any web enabled device. This will reduce printing cost and provide the ability to customize reports. Meeting Planners can use Saas to link event management system with customer relationship systems eg. Saleforce. This allows efficient data transfer to both speakers and attendees. 3. Virtual Events: Webiners like gotomeeting.com give participants the ability to attend meetings from multiple locations. This can be save time and money. The only drawback in the personal interaction however, for quick group meetings and presentations this can be quite convenient. 4. Social Media and Viral Marketing: One out of every three persons spend three or more hours on-line per day. The sharing of events though social media sites is highly beneficial for both planners and attendees. Smart planners get participants to market to people within their network. 5. Ipads and Tablets: No more big boxes of binders to ship home form a conference. This means huge saving for bit planners and attendees. Access for information can be controlled at registration point. Information is easily transferred to ones device
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  • liang qian on 13 Apr 12
     
    With more and more people adopting smartphones, ipads and tablets, event planners should look into purchasing a mobile event app for their attendees to use at their event. This not only reduces paper waste, it also reduces the high costs involved in printing event guides and brochures for the event. It is essentially a virtual event guide that's available in the palm of the attendee's hands.EventMobi actually offers an interactive mobile event app for conferences and tradeshows. They allow event planners to fully customize and manage their content at an affordable price
  • Ligia Elizondo on 14 Apr 12
     
    With this technology event planners can work more efficiently and provide great options for their clients. In addtion event palnners can cut expenses while taking advantage of technology and improve their communication within their suppliers and clients.
  • Melissa Krajewski on 14 Apr 12
     
    I agree every event planner I met at SOBEWFF was on their Ipad 24/7- you sort of feel out of the loop without one. However while observing the benefits of new technology, increased response rates and efficiency, there were still issues that required a phone call rather than an e-mail. In the planning stage this technology is all very helpful but the day of personal interaction is required. Also as far as CRM event planners are still very hands on in terms of making their presence known through face-to-face interactions. The industry still relies heavily on personal relationships.
  • gaby bestulich on 16 Apr 12
     
    This article talks about the 5 most important tools that an event planner needs to use. 1.Smart phones- this one is an easy one. We all know how important our smart phones are to us. Smart phones allow us to have so many different applications at our fingertips. 2.SaaS cloud applications-"software as a service" these applications have opened up a new way to view things in the event planning industry. These applications allow the planners to use their ipads and tablets to allow them to connect with other applications like salesforce, to deal with customers in an easy manner. 3.Virtual events-these events like "webinars and live feed "have become popular it gives viewers the sense of being at the event. Webinars are also very popular because it allows planners to get more people to "be" at the event for a lower cost. 4.Social Media- because sites like Facebook and Twitter have become so popular it makes sense that this would be important to events because people are often commenting of places they have been to. 5.iPads and Tablets-because they add a sense of simplicity and organization to the madness that is party planning
jennifer amador

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  • PSAV Bringing Power to Presentations at The Westin Harbour Castle Hotel Toronto
  • Toronto -- For The Westin Harbour Castle Hotel in Toronto, an event-technology partner is a team to rely on for audiovisual, maximizing event messaging and even to support each group's power requirements. This CAA/AAA Four Diamond hotel has found its event technology partner in PSAV® Presentation Services.
  • First and foremost, Ashton said PSAV's ability to quickly react to last minute requirements from event planners and guests is a key
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  • reason why having an onsite team is so valuable to The Westin Harbour Castle.
  • Being an onsite event technology partner that also handles power distributor means being able to respond to power-management needs for events, meeting rooms and tradeshows with ease," Coleman said. "As the on-site technology authority, PSAV is able to ensure that the Westin is prepared for a wide range of client needs, while freeing up the property's engineering staff. We monitor the power consumption of each group to help the hotel bill its customers for only the power they actually use. This leads to greater customer satisfaction, loyalty and repeat business for both PSAV and the facility.
  • Another way that PSAV is providing partner value to The Westin Harbour Castle is during the site inspection process. Remaining present whenever prospects come to tour the hotel and discuss their event needs is helping to "close the deal," Ashton said.
  • jennifer amador on 10 Jun 12
     
    This articles goes about descriping about how great and productive PSAV audio visual company is; and how it benefits for both hoteliers and guests "site inspectors". Nevertheless, Hotels such as The Westin has carry on a responsibility for its guests and future guests in providing the best quality as far as visuals and audio sounds is concern. Furthermore, PSAV has been producing large amount of revenue as well as new customers especially in the hospitality industry; as it is one of the most greatest and rapid growing industry in the United States Nations.
rakiasimon

The 6 Mobile Event Apps No #Eventprof Should Live Without - 0 views

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  • A free event and meeting calculator that uses Convention Industry Council standards to recommend food, beverage, service and safety quantities for events based on attendance.
  • Offers planners the ability to demonstrate clear ROI to clients through their event app analytics that measures both attendee behavior and engagement.
  • Provides a networking event app that builds a social network to connect
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  • and engage your event participants
  • A networking platform that integrates social media to build interactive event communities for event organizers and attendees alike
  • This mobile event app develops conferencing and tradeshow apps for iPhone, iPad, Blackberry and Android devices.
  • Personalized activity feeds let organizers measure engagement on a whole new level!
  • Guidebook is a web interface that enables organizations to create mobile guides for their customers.
  • They specialize in the refined art of giving planners the ability to develop apps specifically for their own events
  • rakiasimon on 20 Jun 19
     
    This article is about mobile app technology within the event planning sector of the hospitality industry. It lists and details several apps that event professionals can use to make their job easier. The article discusses the various benefits for event planners who use these specific apps.
  • hchiebooth on 22 Jun 19
     
    Thank you for sharing. It's great that there are free tech applications that are available to to make the planning process more efficient.
jspie001

Every Hotelier in Every Role Must Now Understand Technology | - 0 views

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  • Gone are the days when a GM or rooms division manager could pawn tech problems or new integrations off to IT personnel. Yes, those technical wizards are still instrumental to the smooth functioning of all parts of the tech stack. Two such areas where these managers will forever be vital are cybersecurity and building two-way software connections or using APIs to bring data from one system into a central hub.
  • Traditionally, only IT directors, GMs, asset managers and owners have had the privilege of attending tradeshows focusing on tech, but perhaps there’s room here to motivate team members from other departments by letting them attend once in a while
  • Embracing tech must start at the top for acceptance at the lower rungs to occur, and thus both owners and GMs should encourage new tech discussions within executive committee meetings
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  • As has often been remarked about the pandemic, many of the resultant trends affecting hospitality are ones that would have transpired regardless, but that the evolution occurred over a matter of months and not years
  • While you likely have little power over what schools teach their students, all younger or new hires should be screened for their aptitude and attitude towards enterprise platforms
  • Senior executives must know tech – no exceptions – with some form of testing, oral or written, that assesses a broad understanding of core software and common physical devices, required prior to signing on any new director or team leader
  • jspie001 on 16 May 21
     
    This article highlights the need for technology innovation to be more inclusive within the sector. It focuses on senior level roles but also emphasizes the importance of including all levels within the evolution of the industry. It also highlights that these changes would have occurred with or without the pandemic but was expedited because of it. It speaks about including lower levels of management with invitations to trade shows and other technology exposition in order to include a larger net of point of views and perspectives. It also highlights the need for further automation in order to help with large scale global issues like climate change and continuing touchless actions like check ins to maximize efficiency and the guest experience.
kakaboshi

Top 10 Event-Tech Trends for 2019 - Hubilo Official Blog - Medium - 2 views

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  • Top 10 Event-Tech Trends for 2019
  • 1. Facial RecognitionFacial recognition is definitely an aspect of event-tech that is on its way up.
  • Facial recognition tech can be great in attendee management, behaviour mapping, attendee engagement and most of all, event security which is indeed a major concern, especially in high profile events.
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  • 2. Virtual RealityWe have talked about virtual reality for events a lot in the past. This is indeed a trend that is definitely here to stay. A major plus in attendee engagement, event planners have been finding a lot of amazing ways to leverage this tech to create interactive displays, on-site experiences as well as utilizing VR devices as a major factor in their event promotion strategy.
  • 3. Augmented RealityAlternate reality transports attendees while ensuring that attendees remain connected to the event.
  • From scavenger hunts to exhibitor promotions and lead management, augmented reality has a plethora of use cases in events.
  • 4. Event DataBig data is considered to be the future of technology. Event technology definitely is no exception. Time and again professionals have emphasized the importance of data and data security in events.
  • 5. DronesThere’s a lot that can be done with drones. Events like Superbowl, Winter Olympics etc. have used drones in the past to mesmerize attendees with breath-taking drone shows.
  • Apart from event experience, drones are also a great asset in terms of event security and surveillance.
  • 6. RFIDWearable tech is all the rage these days. It’s been in the market for quite a while now, its utility beginning with events such as concerts, music festivals, etc.
  • From event ticketing to attendee mapping, RFID enabled bands and other wearable gadgets along with Beacon technology will be one of the most used event technologies in the coming years.
  • 7. Mobile App for EventsMobile apps for events is officially mainstream. A lot of events these days are going smarter, making the most of a mobile event app to let attendees access their event on the go.
  • Event app developers are now focusing on integrating new and improved tech including AR and AI within the event app to engage attendees as well as for lead generation in events such as tradeshows, expos, etc.
  • 8. Voice SearchNot much has been talked about SEO for events. Organic traffic through SEO is a great tool for event promotion. Talking about SEO, voice search is definitely the future.
  • 9. Artificial IntelligenceAI is making great leaps in every field imaginable. One of the most popular implementations of AI is Social Media such as the Facebook chatbot.
  • Event tech developers have started to focus on this tech in a lot of ways including stand-alone chatbots for events, integrating AI within the event app as well as using AI robots for attendee engagement.
  • 10. Experiential TechEvent professionals are now putting heavy emphasis on experiences. Experiential marketing is on the rise. Attendees, consumers even, now value experiences above anything.
  • The value addition that an event provides is important to gain loyal attendees. Event technology such as 3D projection mapping, video mapping, etc. that aid event planners in developing these experiences are the future.
  • kakaboshi on 08 Oct 19
     
    This article talks about new technology advancements that will greatly help the event management industry elevate the guest experience and efficiency. Sensory experiences are a big trend and with some of these technological advancements, it will allow for event planners to create unique offerings such as video mapping, virtual reality, augmented technology, etc. Facial recognition and drone technology will aide in improving security measures. Mobile Apps can create customized apps for events with all the information in one place. The planning and execution of large scale events will become more effective with the aid of these and other new technology, which will benefit the planners and attendees alike.
rhera004

The 2020 Pandemic: Impact Of COVID-19 On The Live Events Industry | LiveDesignOnline - 0 views

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  • Aug 19, 2020 7:37pm
  • The Live Events industry is estimated to employ 12 million people and generate close to one trillion dollars in annual revenue.
  • lost over 75% of their business since March 2020,
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  • One company noted they are working on “normal business projects plus the addition of sterilization equipment, PPE face shields, and portable lighting for temporary hospital units.”
  • only 22.43% of the responding companies had not cut staff.
  • In terms of receiving some form of government support to make up for business and revenue losses, 45% reported getting PPP loans, 30% got unemployment insurance, 18% received other forms of help (such as EIDL and/or SBA loans or credit), and 30% reported getting no help.
  • To get back to 100% pre-COVID-19 levels, the majority is looking at 2023 (36.45%) or 2024 (29.91% of companies), while 25.23% companies are looking at 2022, and less than 9% expect to reach 100% during 2021.
  • the remaining 25.23% not hopeful until 2023
  • almost half of the companies (48.60% of them) indicated it could happen in 2022
  • the industry is not expected to bounce back to pre-COVID-19 levels at a rapid pace.
  • developing new products for next year,
  • massive domino effect
  • Another impact on the success of the live events business is the lack of the live events, such as tradeshows and conferences that support the industry.
  • While some of these events have pivoted to virtual and digital solutions, they do not solve the issues of unemployment and lack of personal contact with clients which is so essential for business success.
  • In addition, Live Nation, the world’s largest concert producer, has announced that their revenue plunged by 98% in the last financial quarter, after COVID-19 devastated the live music sector. The company reportedly only presented 24 concerts in North America, while the second quarter of 2019 saw over 7,000 events.
  • hopefully looks forward to enjoying in the future as the economy and the industry come back.
  • An industry fighting for its life, but hopefully one with the resources required to survive.
  • rhera004 on 25 Sep 21
     
    Covid-19 impact on Events Industry - 2020
Sasha Bravo

EXHIBITFORCE WINS 2009 BREAKTHROUGH AWARD FOR PROJECT EDITION - 2 views

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  • ExhibitForce, the leader in on demand 24/7 web-based event and project management, was recently awarded Honorable Mention for the TSEA Exhibitors' Choice Award in the category for Best Technology
  • User-friendly and easy to deploy, ExhibitForce streamlines workflow processes on a Cloud platform, with no tradeshow software required
  • ExhibitForce.com delivers on-demand, 24/7 web-based event and project management for event and marketing managers and trade show professionals. Through a focus on the delivery of a dynamic, flexible online application that can simplify, streamline and support event and exhibit management, ExhibitForce is the leading provider of on-demand event management tools, with over 40,000 end users powering over 115,000 worldwide events annually.
  • Sasha Bravo on 04 Apr 13
     
    this article goes over the ExhibitForce technology features offered to event planners and the award they won for best technology. ExhibitForce is another example of the Cloud-based trend. they streamline event planning services together to make a more effective workflow. their services are available 24/7 and have a wide reach worldwide!
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