Smart Meetings

JANUARY 9, 2023

Partnering with event technology and destination experts can help cut through the green myths by taking an action-oriented, big-picture approach. It’s easy to assume that meeting remotely is the more sustainable counterpart to in-person meetings, but what about the energy required to power the massive server farms that enable the technology?

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 29, 2022

With more jobs offering flexible remote work than ever before, former staff are reluctant to return to physically demanding positions with rigid schedules. Technology Creates New Staff Roles. Some locations have gone as far as to install check in kiosks in their lobbies. will be remote. Event planning consultant.

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Endless Events

MARCH 12, 2021

And all of this happened thanks to the wonderful opportunities put forward by technology. And now, everyone is beginning to pay attention to emerging technologies and looking into the future; enter Virtual Reality. Remote Work. We witnessed Zoom webinars evolve into broadcasting-quality, full-fledged digital experiences.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 10, 2022

For almost two years, most of the world has been working remotely. It relies on VR technology, which lets you completely immerse yourself in a digital world. Are you giving your staff the option to work remotely or not? As a result of all that, screen fatigue is real, and people need the occasional break.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 24, 2022

As this trend in tourism gets more traction, remote luxury options combine the best of both worlds. Book a trip for meetings or incentives at the remote Mandarin Oriental Canouan. Get ahead of the remote location travel trend by offering a remote location with five-star amenities.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 14, 2023

More than a third (38%) say business travel is important for staying updated on the latest trends, technology, and advancements. But more remote workers feel they haven’t had equal opportunity to take business trips because of where they live or how often they come into the office. Even more U.S.

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Travel Daily Media

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

The post Traveller survey highlights ‘duty of care’ gap for remote working and bleisure travel appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. When travellers do feel unsafe, it is most often when walking in the streets (44%), driving in an unfamiliar location (43%), or using public transportation (40%).

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Learn how Interprefy’s cutting-edge technology is helping event planners break down language barriers and create truly inclusive experiences for all attendees, regardless of language or location. With over 27 years of professional experience in various services industries and Technology based roles Internationally.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Destinations that make you want to unplug Staying connected to technology and committing to constant communication can feel as though its pertinent to incentive recipients and corporate retreat attendees. The secluded casitas offer almost complete privacy and blend indoor/outdoor living with tented ceilings. There should be no other choice!”

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 11, 2023

The technology adoption was extraordinary.” Whereas, when you have content specifically created for remote audiences, you can repurpose your message, which makes it easier to get people to view that content later on.” The technology hasn’t really changed that much. The company has its pick of speakers, as well.

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Hotel Engine

JUNE 29, 2022

Modern in-room technologies make your guests feel at home. Hotel stakeholders are seeing how new technology saves money by: Cutting electricity and other costs. We’ll take a look at the technology guests are loving at each step of the guest experience, from check-in to check-out. It’s also a great way to increase profitability!

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Smart Meetings

MAY 26, 2023

New ideas and technologies set to shake things up in 2024 Our industry declared the pandemic was a long-awaited opportunity to reimage events and brand experiences. Demand for Something New Humans are experiencing technological innovation at warp speed. But what really happened? It was the most crucial part of everything we did.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 18, 2022

But from the early years when the technology first appeared, it has dramatically changed,” said Larry O’Reilly, CEO of ARHT Media, a pioneer in the field of holographic telepresence. Using hologram technology is no longer limited to big-budget events or sci-fi movies. Bloomberg has predicted hologram technology will be worth $4.48

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Dana Communications

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Looking deeper into the dilemmas… Today’s pandemic-linked complexities include “The Great Resignation,” labor shortages, employers struggling to find and hire great talent in an increasingly hot job market and a substantial number of employees working remotely (who seem destined to stay that way).

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 12, 2018

There’s a lot of benefits to live streaming events, but truly successful live streamed events are more about audience engagement and less about technology. In order to decide on your purpose, you have to consider your remote audience. Would you rather just offer a window to the event and have the remote audience be a fly on the wall?

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Smart Meetings

MAY 20, 2022

“You have to know what you’re trying to accomplish before you even try and think about doing the technology,” urged Brandt Krueger, technical producer, owner of Event Technology Consulting and Smart Meetings’ event tech correspondent, during the Smart Chat Live! webinar, “Top Event Tech Tips From a Year of Change.”.

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Traveler's Q

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Over the last few years, virtual reality (VR) has emerged as an innovative and impactful technology, which has revolutionized several industries, including the event industry. With its ability to create a fully immersive and interactive experience, the technology has the potential to transform how people participate in events.

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Blue Spark Event Design

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The trends shaping the future of corporate events are constantly transforming in response to the ever-changing world of technology, cultural dynamics, and the evolving needs of businesses. Offering virtual attendance options, asynchronous content delivery, and remote networking opportunities enables remote employees to participate fully.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 17, 2021

We were unable to connect to the platform from our remote location where we were broadcasting. On the event technology side, event apps are going to be the ones to watch. We’re going to see a lot more remote presentations where we’ve got a nice, controlled environment, with lights and cameras.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 26, 2022

“There’s an entertainment aspect to all of this,” DeLuca says, adding that the events are intended to create an immersive entertainment experience as well as an immersive technology experience with marketing visuals. “We It’s an immersive educational experience, plus it adds an elevated aesthetic to each event venue.”.

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Endless Events

APRIL 19, 2021

Rather than equally prioritizing both audiences, the old hybrid event simply offers one-way communication from your event to participants that view the event remotely. It consists of one onsite studio location with 10 to 50 in-person attendees (these numbers can vary a bit, so make sure to consult with your production company).

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Smart Meetings

MAY 3, 2021

QR codes, RFID-based “MagicBands,” mobile ordering apps, and other digital technologies help reduce social contact. Innovative technology already in place throughout the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts has also helped enhance the Disney Meetings & Events experience.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

Be Flexible and Transparent Playa Del Carmen, Mexico, was not the location originally slated for this year’s WEC. Encore, MPI’s AV partners, did a site visit one year in advance and determined the on-site technology would eliminate the need to truck equipment down or source additional equipment locally.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

“Sooner or later, when Coke finds out Pepsi is meeting in person and getting the benefits of young people interacting with more mature coworkers, Coke [and all the other competitive companies] will demand a return to a physical location,” he said. We have to be mindful that what comes on the college degree doesn’t guarantee success.”

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The crux of merging VR media and technology with the event and hospitality industries is in their shared inclination and motivation to effect experiences. Smart Meetings talked to Scott Schoeneberger, managing partner at Bluewater Technologies Group Inc., Planners Step into Another Space. Le Petit Chef; Düsseldorf, Germany.

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Eventtia

JULY 6, 2023

By leveraging the right technology, retailers can offer personalized recommendations, tailored promotions, and delightful in-store experiences, increasing customer loyalty and higher average order values. Instant Financing Decisions Klarna’s technology allows instant financing decisions during checkout.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 4, 2023

But organizing such gatherings poses a challenge for companies that switched to operating remotely during the pandemic, as they strive to find the right balance between staff bonding and work. Technology (Wi-Fi, AV, large display for virtual, smartboards). For example, let’s say you work for a technology company. Accommodations.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2022

Farr says gym memberships will be personalized through the NFT holder no matter their location; he added that MH “has a few corporate [gym] partnerships in line for discounts.”. With companies having no headquarters and being 100% remote already, Farr says he sees companies completely moving to the Metaverse. MH has worked with St.

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Best Corporate Events

JUNE 24, 2021

Hybrid events allow teams in multiple office locations across the country and around the world to gather in a meaningful way without the expense of travel for attendees. Innovative event technology solutions allow us to create dynamic methods to connect in-person and remote participants in a cohesive experience.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

New York City is the financial capital, a desirable location and an exciting destination; it’s accessible. We’re also seeing some ‘return to work’ celebration events, with companies looking to re-energize employees returning to an office environment after working remote for more than a year. These are corporate customers.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 28, 2022

Those who’ve read our guide to event trends in 2022 already know how which hybrid event models hold the most promise and the role of event technology moving forward. In the last two years, event technology exploded. Therefore, in 2022, your event strategy should lean onto event technology.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Hybrid events—whether they are conferences, expos or training courses—are meetings that can be accessed in person at a physical location, or remotely via an online platform. Participants will also be able to communicate and contribute on these platforms, helping remote attendees feel more engaged and a part of the live event.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 8, 2022

Exclusive content can be packaged into a daily show that is live streamed from the event location each day. Fill in-person transitions on stage with high-quality pre-recorded video so the pause is not awkward for the remote audience. Produce High-quality Video. For more information, visit vlinksolutions.com.

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The MICE Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Conference room Studio Studio foyer Technology The Munich Marriott Hotel City West has made substantial investments in cutting-edge technology, ensuring that all essential event equipment is readily available in the conference rooms. What further sets this technology apart is its flexibility.

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Gavel International

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

1 ) AI-driven technology does make life easier and more convenient in some ways. This effect is intensified when colleagues communicate in a virtual setting, whether that means working remotely, meeting virtually, or both. Not even the best technology can replace this deeply ingrained instinct. 1 ) Digital assistants (e.g.,

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Our Forecast indicates that 2024 will be a dynamic year – not only are budgets and attendee numbers rising, but we’re also seeing technology adoption accelerating dramatically.” Meeting professionals are also continuing to experiment with virtual reality technologies, with 41% of respondents expecting to use it next year.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The event, which has positioned itself as the key event for the tourism and technology entrepreneurial ecosystem, has received more than 4,000 applications from startups from countries such as Spain, Austria, Belgium, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States.

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