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Can One Virtual Meeting Platform Rule Them All?

Smart Meetings

The announcement yesterday that London-based virtual streaming giant Hopin was purchasing the physical event services company Boomset was another step in the direction of an end-to-end hybrid meeting solution. The company had already purchased video service StreamYard and mobile app company Tobi. Twine, which announced a $3.3

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Surveys: Med/Pharma Meetings are Growing

Smart Meetings

The impact and importance of meetings for medical and pharmaceutical industry attendees is not only increasing, but the complexity of the events and what is expected of planners is more demanding as well, according to a new report from American Express Meetings & Events and a survey conducted by Smart Meetings.

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7 Ways to Make Event Check-in Delightful for Attendees

GEVME

This is because your event starts generating real value for an attendee after he or she has entered that door. The first onsite touchpoint is event check-in, and let’s be honest here—that’s a tough one. Whether it’s a large-scale conference or a small business meeting, onsite check-in can either make it or break it.

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15 Ways to Use Beacons to Support the Event Experience

Quickmobile

After winning “ Best Use of Wireless Technology ” at the Event Tech Awards, we thought we would share some interesting use cases for beacons technology that we have seen at meetings and events. Typically, the proximity functions of beacons offer 4 main avenues of use for event planners: specialized communications.

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4 Ways to Add Value to Sponsorship Packages

Stova

Climate change intensifies the call for a transformation in event planning. The 2024 Global Meetings & Events Forecast by American Express Global Business Travel confirms our industry’s commitment. Help your sponsors align with this paradigm shift by incorporating green practices in your event sponsorship packages.

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New Social-Distancing Tools for In-Person Events and 6 Other Stories to Read

Eventsforce

Have a look at the top tech stories you don’t want to miss: Event Industry News: New Social Distancing Tool Eases Transition to In-Person Events. What should ballrooms look like when we are all back to meeting again? Event planners no longer have to worry about figuring that out. One to keep an eye on.

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What Wireless Technology to Choose for Your Next Event

GEVME

This simple truth should be the guiding light for every event professional who expects his or her work to bear fruit both during and after an event. By designing a strong system of wireless Internet connections that works well with your event, you can build a bridge between an audience and an event brand.

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