SOS is working with event organizers and producers to create commercial activations that will provide guests with an immersive augmented reality (AR) experience in virtual, hybrid, and live contexts. The idea for…
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A few years back, we had to cancel an education event 15 minutes into a 4-hour curriculum because the WiFi was so bad none of the attendees could access the lesson. It…
While the event landscape has changed (and will continue to), one thing remains the same: barrierless content accessibility. “Accessibility is not a feature, it’s a social trend.” – Antonio Vieira Santos Our…
When developing the stage and set for the National Sales Conference, Quest Audio Visual had a lot to consider. The size and scope of the venue, the impact the client was looking…
If you can appreciate that V/R, A/R & the MetaVerse technologies represent an evolution of our current digital interactions, then it’s easier to understand the opportunity and hopefully a little less scary.…
By Anja Grcar. We’ve said time and time again that the events industry is changed forever. The pandemic normalized virtual events and accelerated the adoption of various event tech solutions. Some might even say that…
As vaccinations roll out across North America, people are getting hopeful that a return to ”Live” will be inevitable, and a huge push back to “normal” will occur. What we have seen,…
By Melissa Deslauriers Chats, polls, registration, monetization, live, archive, and the list goes on. When it comes to virtual online events, there are many things to consider, especially when selecting a supporting event…
Look at any high-end corporate function today and you will likely find 3D /HD projectors, LED walls, colour washes and the list goes on. Audiovisual is not what it used to be;…
As an event planner, you need to sign a lot of contracts and let’s face it, some of them can be confusing, particularly the AV contracts. Luckily, Jon Trask breaks it down what…
Best Experiential Marketing Event - Mandell Entertainment, Toronto, ON for Roots Northern Lights Three extraordinary examples of how to use experiential marketing to cut through the clutter and connect directly with the…
You’re at an event. There are great cocktails, delicious food and a band that’s shaking up the dance floor except they never play your song. You flew to the moon, partied all…
From chatbots to Artificial Intelligence, mobile apps to live-streaming to 360 degree cameras and special lighting effects – this year’s Wimbledon took innovation to a whole new level when it comes to event tech.…
Tomorrowland is one of the largest music festivals in the world drawing approximately 200,000 music lovers globally. Hosted annually in a nature-rich space called Recreation Area de Schorre, within the small town…
Article courtesy of Eventsforce. It’s official. Facebook Live is now the most popular live-streaming app platform, surpassing You Tube for the first time, as well as all the other usual suspects like Periscope,…
Our culture is currently obsessed with photos like never before. Instagram has taken over as our number one pastime, giving TV and even sports a run for their money. People spend hours…
Using Creative Technology To Enhance Your Event Environment We as event planners are constantly faced with the challenge of having to create bigger and better experiences but we are told to stay…
Courtesy of FMAV Drones are cool and they’re only getting smarter, more powerful and less expensive. But there are a few important considerations to take which may severely limit or completely inhibit…
As an event professional, the risk of putting off upgrades to your personal skill set, processes, and tools is that your contribution to achieving organizational goals goes unnoticed which ultimately has a…
Snapchat has come along way from its “7 seconds and it’s gone” photo format. With features such as my story, video, and geo-filters, Snapchat has become the main platform for social engagement…