Month: September 2014

Sep 30, 2014 by Karen Daniels
Every week it seems there is some new form of technology that is advertised to make your life or business bigger and better. And, as with all advertising, sometimes it actually does help, and sometimes it creates more headaches for you or becomes a technology nightmare you want to shot-put through the window. Really, how many of us want a smartphone that makes us feel dumb? The trick, as they say, is to select the right piece of equipment to suit you, your goals, and your budget. Sure, when it...

Sep 24, 2014 by Karen Daniels
In our recent article “The Right Way to Tap into Technology Trends for a Successful Event,” we picked Steve Shatsoff’s brain – Senior Vice President at SmartSource Computer & AV Rentals  – about how properly utilizing technology trends is one of the best methods for creating the customer base you need and want. This article, also based on information gathered from an interview with Steve Shatsoff, is all about how you can essentially read your customer’s mind by using technolog...

Sep 17, 2014 by Karen Daniels
Do you ever feel like you can’t live with trade shows - yet your business can’t live without them? Even though trade shows can be one of the best ways for a business to gain new customers and develop relationships with other companies, you may have come away from shows wondering if it was really worth the time and money. That’s why it’s key to make sure you have the right trade show goals, technology, and follow through so you can maximize your trade show ROI. In this article, Part 1 of...

Sep 15, 2014 by Karen Daniels
The Right Way to Tap into Technology Trends for a Successful Event Human beings like trends. Whether it’s home theater systems, movies, smart phones, or other technology, we are driven to keep up with the trends - and events and tradeshows are no exception. If you’re going to attend an event in a field of interest, you always want to check out the “latest and greatest.” And when you’re putting on a tradeshow or other big event, you’ll most likely face some decision-making around whic...

Sep 07, 2014 by DeDe Mulligan
When planning a major meeting and/or trade show, there are a lot of variables to consider including budget, attendee experience and destination. In addition, as a planner, you know it is part of your job to interface with a lot of partners and suppliers. In today’s market, however, with rapidly changing technology choices and interfaces, it is important that your knowledge is the most current is can be. Below is a quick FACT or FICTION guideline to make you all the smarter when planning your...

Sep 03, 2014 by DeDe Mulligan
While many wearable technologies can answer your calls, track your fitness level and even record a presenter's talk, the ability the charge your phone from a bracelet is something very new. The QBracelet is touted to do just that for iPhone and Android devices. So given that this technology is available now, why would anyone want to use a standard charging station? Without a doubt, there are pros and cons to this device. Let's take a closer look: Pros and Cons of a Wearable Device Charger ...