The Tech That'll be Your Saviour in 2016

Whether it’s that flying pig outside the window or day dreaming about the perfect sandwich, it’s really easy to get distracted. There are some simple ways to keep attendees interactive and focused, rather than thinking about their next summer holiday. These ‘5 Event Tech Tips to Maximize Engagement in 2016’ are sure to help. 

• Make Sure You Have an Event App – Being able to communicate with attendees on a platform they are already so content with is an important part of event success. 

• There are many things you can do on event apps such as: Up-to-date agenda information, polls, Q&A sessions, feedback about sessions, photo galleries and much more.

• Second-Screen Technology – Links, video, notes and other key information can but given to attendees whilst being discussed on stage which will keep them involved and focussed on your presentation

• Specific Hashtags – something catchy and original is good for this but only stick to one hashtag

• Keep a Pulse of What’s Being Said and Done

These will not only keep attendees engaged but they will also help you collect data to understand your event and audience further. 

It’s no news that technology plays a huge role in everyday life. There are many means of technology out there, not all of it is relevant but there are plenty of great ways to make meeting and event planning easier. A guest writer on Event Industry News has listed ‘The Tech You’ll be using to Plan Your Meeting in 2016’. 

• Live streaming will become more popular with things like Periscope and Meerkat

• Virtual Reality – ready for the release of Oculus. This will make it easier for planners to choose a location as pictures on venues websites aren’t always accurate

• Beacon Technology can make events more interactive, they can help customise events for attendees and when beacons are placed at booths they can send product or company information to phones of people visiting. 

If you are looking for some fresh ideas to liven up your event there are 5 great ways you can do this:

• Live Stream your Event – people who aren’t able to attend the event can watch in real time, it may motivate them to attend next year

• Change Things up with your Venue – something new and different is always appreciated, innovative ideas always attract new audiences but try not to alienate your regular attendees

• Pre Event Networking – Set up online space so attendees are familiar with each other and can chat about the event

• Streamline your Registration Process – if it’s easy to sign up for the event, more people are likely to register. You can follow up on everyone who has registered to remind them of the event

• Be Creative on Social Media – thrill your audience by showing them original content, not just the same thing over and over. You can also announce surprises and run competitions to get the ball rolling!