Tech News

Jan 13, 2013
Tag clouds representing the most popular content on your website help your online visitors quickly find useful and current information without having to search for it. Building tag clouds using data tracked with Google Analytics is very easy. Here are the steps: Log in to Google Analytics and select the Account for your Web site. Select an appropriate time range. Navigate to Traffic Sources > Sources > Search in the left pane. Change the view in the Data View Selector from the default “Data” view to the “Term Cloud” view. The keywords that… more
Jan 11, 2013
Installation now is complete on a Distributed Antenna System (DAS) that will deliver improved wireless coverage, capacity and data speeds for Verizon Wireless customers on every floor, in every showroom and exhibit hall across the three-building, 7 million square feet AmericasMart campus in downtown Atlanta. AmericasMart Atlanta is a global wholesale marketplace housing the world’s single-largest collection of home, gift, area rug and apparel merchandise. AmericasMart owns and operates 14 annual Markets and shows, the largest of which are The Atlanta International Gift & Home… more
Jan 11, 2013
Installation now is complete on a Distributed Antenna System (DAS) that will deliver improved wireless coverage, capacity and data speeds for Verizon Wireless customers on every floor, in every showroom and exhibit hall across the three-building, 7 million square feet AmericasMart campus in downtown Atlanta. AmericasMart Atlanta is a global wholesale marketplace housing the world’s single-largest collection of home, gift, area rug and apparel merchandise. AmericasMart owns and operates 14 annual Markets and shows, the largest of which are The Atlanta International Gift & Home… more
Jan 07, 2013
At the International Association of Exhibitions and Events’ Expo! Expo! 2012 there was a 10’ x 10’ booth in the back of the hall that was generating a lot of excitement amongst attendees. That booth belonged to IndustryConnect, who was announcing their new Attendee Toolkit technology, which will be available to go live March 1.  The Attendee Toolkit provides show organizers a single online and mobile user experience for participants to network, schedule meetings, explore sessions and events, create a short list of “must see” exhibitors and send social… more
Jan 07, 2013
At the International Association of Exhibitions and Events’ Expo! Expo! 2012 there was a 10’ x 10’ booth in the back of the hall that was generating a lot of excitement amongst attendees. That booth belonged to IndustryConnect, who was announcing their new Attendee Toolkit technology, which will be available to go live March 1.  The Attendee Toolkit provides show organizers a single online and mobile user experience for participants to network, schedule meetings, explore sessions and events, create a short list of “must see” exhibitors and send social… more
Jan 04, 2013
For many show management teams, the task of selling out an exhibit floor is an all-consuming process, so the idea of additional revenue generation falls by the wayside or lands squarely in the lap of the sponsorship team.  Allowing exhibitors to enhance their online listings is a great way to give your exhibitors extended coverage and improve the attendee experience.  Common enhancements are extended length profile listings, press releases, and additional space for logos and branding.  Think of the last time you visited a major retail website like Amazon.  If you search… more
Jan 04, 2013
For many show management teams, the task of selling out an exhibit floor is an all-consuming process, so the idea of additional revenue generation falls by the wayside or lands squarely in the lap of the sponsorship team.  Allowing exhibitors to enhance their online listings is a great way to give your exhibitors extended coverage and improve the attendee experience.  Common enhancements are extended length profile listings, press releases, and additional space for logos and branding.  Think of the last time you visited a major retail website like Amazon.  If you search… more
Dec 17, 2012
Technology seemed to be the star attraction of the Expo! Expo! showfloor this year. Even exhibitors who were not technology companies were integrating tech into their product or service offerings. While there were no ground breaking new products launched at this event, what was new was the use of existing technology and the conversation around it. Mobile event apps were back again this year, but whereas last year the conversation was all about usability and content, this year those vendors are focused on data and year-round communication. GenieMobile’s Michael Douglas was talking about… more
Dec 17, 2012
You have a great idea for a video, but you don’t have the time or the money to hire a third party to do the work.  All is not lost!  You can create the video yourself and it will look like a professional made it.  Don’t be afraid, even beginners can make a video using the steps and tools described below. Step 1: Write the Script Begin by writing a clear and concise script.  Try to stay on point and convey your message in as few words as possible. Ideally the finished video should be under 5 minutes and closer to 3 minutes or less. Remember you will have visuals… more
Dec 17, 2012
Experient, the source for integrated meeting services, and digital event marketing agency bXb Online announced late November an agreement that enables Experient to extend its service offerings to support its clients' digital content strategy. The collaboration with bXb will expand Experient's portfolio of services to the association and trade show marketplace, including orchestration of online events and future content distribution through Best of Business Television (BOBtv) powered by bXb Online. BXb Online's digital event marketing support includes a range of solutions to assist… more
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