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This article talks about the advantages of using an event management software and how the tool help managing the event successfully. This software is priority to the modern day event planner with an expert manner. Positively Impact the work flow cutting down on the boring paper work. Software will help time by cutting down all the time you would spend in organizational work reduced workload. Event software will reduce cost by inmanaging you data and task allowing you to have less employees and increasing ROI for the company. Have a good software will allow you to export reports with ease like client reports, analytics, registration, ticketing, scheduling as well as surveys. This will help ease the stress of the company and allow managers to focus on increasing revenues and getting new business.

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.

As a full time event planner I have learned that softwares are the best tool to have when working on this industry. The reason why I wanted to share this article is because I learned about so many software that I didnñt knew before and feel that they work great or at least look amazingly well equipt.

This article provides a list of the best event software systems that are used by companies such as Hilton, Marriott, Westin, Johnson & Johnson for event planning. In the case of hotels, some of these event planning tools such as Cvent & Tripleseat can also be used to receive leads that can be turned into bookings should the client accept the rate at which the RFP has been submitted by the venue.

This article is about migration, tips for companies when transitioning from the old to the new event management software. It talks about the steps that companies should take in all stages of migration. It shows what to consider when thinking about an upgrade for a better system. It guides event planners in the migration process since the beginning, step by step. This article gives tips and guidance helping to identify the perfect software for your company when the company is ready for changing to a better event management system. This article is very helpful!

This article relates the future shape of Event Management Software that is set to define the future of events management. No longer is it just about just planning seating and defining attendee and rooming lists. Technology has enabled event planners to reach deeper into the behavior, desires and participation needs of attendees defining preferences and engaging rather than just making things happen. Key fundamentals include the capability to reach out to attending audiences, monitor their engagement and illicit responses as well as interact directly or indirectly, through chat bot or polling. While this article focuses on the planner to attendee experience, this holds similar opportunity for Hotel and Event spaces to engage simultaneously and seamlessly through the same platforms. These are incredible and exciting opportunities that 10 years ago were a bucket wish list for event planners and Conference service professionals alike.

More and more mobile apps for meeting attendees are being created to help enhance the meeting experience.  This article discusses the growing demand for more reliable meeting apps, as well as tips and recommendations on what to consider as one goes about developing an app.  Meeting apps are unique in that they must be property-specific because of the many core features that align with property information.  Core features include, but are not limited to: session schedule and description, speaker photo and bio, attendee profile and schedule, and documents (i.e., PowerPoint presentations).  Mobile meeting apps are not without much effort from event coordinators/organizers plugging the information useful to attendees.  Apps are meeting-specific as they are property-specific. 

Many event organizers are using or considering the use of mobile devices to enhance meetings and events. Many are already using devices such as the iPhone and Android to developed Apps specially design for the event. This new way of delivering information is environmentally friendly and an excellent marketing tool. But when developing an app it is important to know if it is cost effective. Normally only big associations and corporations are able to afford them, but know this is changing. A Dutch company called Twoopy has created a free online mobile event guide service that allows event planners to create affordable apps. This new way of creating apps will make them more widely used in all different types of events and meetings. Making apps through Twoopy is as easy as creating an account and submitting the necessary information. Basic functionality is free but if event planners want to upgrade it they can buy advanced features. When it is finish the app is published and attendees can download it freely through an URL.

This article goes into detail about the top 10 used Event Management technology systems, going over all of the different features that each offers and how they can be applied to events within the company. It gives a lot of insight on how they are used across the world, and shows that every company big or small has a need to use one of these systems when dealing with events. Without a technological system being incorporated when planing events of any size; it is crucial to have a reliable system to ensure everything is organized.

This article is extremely insightful and provides the top technological resources used in event management. These systems are important whether you have a small or large company because they track data and is a great organizational tool.

In the event industry, new apps and software are popping up daily and some of them really change the way that we deal with events management. This is an interesting and useful article in which the author introduces 15 app and tech tools for event and meetings. Some of the apps attract my eyes and I think they will be applied widely with a further development. For instance, if planners who want an app for a conference or meeting, now they have a do-it-yourself option.  Yapp launched in April and allows users to create custom mobile apps. Users can customize their theme, event invitation, the agenda and so on. They can also show their guests the final products via YappBox app for IOS. It is easy for them to update  the app and allow guests to chat or upload group photos. This app sounds great and it will leave more flexibility to its users in event planning. Great tools like this are listed in this article, and some of them may become popular in the near future.   

This article introduces some ways to reduce cost and low budgets during create hybrid events meeting apps and more. The author points out that many planners are drawn to the high-tech allure of hybrid events, mobile apps or even video production, but they just can't squeeze any more out of their budgets. However, smart person can give solutions to use less money finish better events or apps. Author gave the successful examples about how to create those kinds of tech with low budgets. Scott Lim who works at Microsoft has added the online component with very little additional investment. Also author told how keep apps' cost on a low level. In addition, the author said video is a useful method in marketing. The person found the reader more like video than traditional email. Then author introduced basic method to save money in creating video.

Interesting article that explains how VR is currently being used by large branded hotels like Marriot. Using VR as a key to present as a selling points separates those hotels from their competitors. The fact of being able to present conference space to conference planners is another tool to help close business.

Virtual events have become more and more common, and it will be essential for planers to turn to hybrid formats. The biggest two challenges of online events are engagement opportunities and pricing. By using backdrops, strong visual theme, embed speakers, and 3D booth visualizations can help planner improve their online events.

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.

Event Technology is constantly being innovated in order to keep up with current market trends. AI is now becoming a future trend in event management software but with so many new technologies for events out there it becomes critical to keep up with also considering ROI. User-friendliness for example reflects both the consumer and the event company. When deciding a new product it is important to consider all the strengths and weaknesses of the product.

This article describes the importance of managing sound during an event. It is much easier for a speaker to connect with their audience when they are able to comfortably and clearly speak their message. One of the mains draws for the event industry is it provides the opportunity for business leaders to network and commutate. The acoustic property of a venue space should be taken into account when planning an event but is unfortunately something that a number of managers overlook.  A space that is too loud or too echoed could significantly decrease guest's perception of an event.  Optimally performing sound systems and technicians are essential to creating a pleasurable experience for both guests and managers alike. 

The term "meetings technology" is broader than ever. This article listed some of meetings technology. . Mobile Apps There are two categories of mobile apps are particularly relevant to meetings. The first is "Meetings management apps". These often are free and provide planners the ability to tap into web-based meeting platforms from their mobile devices while on-site or in transit. The other one is "Meeting apps for attendees". Think of these as "electronic event programs plus." These event-specific apps may be downloaded by attendees, nearly always for free, and can include all of the speaker, scheduling, seminar, keynote and attendee information, along with exhibit floor maps, that might be found in a printed program. . Social Media for Events Social-media platforms now represent a common way to quickly interact with large numbers of people, meaning these are natural places for beginning a dialogue before a meeting or continuing to communicate afterward .Virtual/Hybrid Events The age of the hybrid event, in which some kind of virtual component is added to a physical event to engage off-site attendees.

The article introduces a new digital management tool for corporate events, which is called EventO. EventO is a platform that can help the venue managers, event planners and the customers, for it can help manage registration, promotion, networking, scheduling, social media and feedbacks. Furthermore, it can be used in different platforms, such as desktop, smartphones and tablets. It is convenient that people can get in touch with each other and know the meeting before it is actually held. During the event, EventO can also help register the guests and convey speakers' notes and presentations. After the event, people can get feedbacks and follow up with EventO. Regarding the cost, it can be varied based on its complexity.

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.