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In this issue:
- NEW VIDEO: Interview on the Impact of Technology
- NEW ARTICLE: An Internet Primer of Event Organizers
- NEW ARTICLE: iPad Advantages for Event Planners
- NEW ARTICLE: Technology for Meeting Planners - Debunking the Myths
- NEW ARTICLE: Birth of a Tradeshow App
- NEW VIDEO: Virtual Meetings Using Skype, Google Hangouts and More
- NEWS
- 28 LINKS FOR MEETINGS, BUSINESS AND FUN
- QUOTES OF THE MONTH
- RECENT ARTICLES WITH "QUOTES FROM CORBIN"
How can you evaluate the venue?s in-house Internet Service Provider (ISP) and determine the quality of their wireless network if you are not a telecom engineer? By reading this white paper, you?ll gain an understanding of the factors at play, which questions to ask, and what options you have for bringing in your own ISP if you determine your venue may be lacking. It?s no surprise that attendees are using the iPad more than ever at conferences and meetings. Apple sold 11.8 million iPads during the first quarter of 2012, according to apple.com. The device is quickly becoming one of the fastest growing mobile technology products in history.
The platform of the iPad makes it a perfect choice for meetings. The at-a-glance aspect, screen size, ease of use, portability and speed of device all contribute to its popularity.
This posting covers the many benefits.
In today?s technology-enhanced world, meeting attendees not only appreciate, but expect to have easy solutions for attending events. After all, many of us run our offices, finances and social lives from our tablet or phone ? so the notion of filling out a registration form and submitting via email, snail mail or fax seems archaic. However, there are many misconceptions surrounding the use of such technology. This posting provides an overview of many common misconceptions and how to successfully employ technology in a manner that improves the attendee experience.
We had the opportunity to catch up with Christopher to pick his brains about how this process has gone and to seek his advice for others getting into the Apps arena. Here is what he had to say.
NEW VIDEO: Virtual Meetings Using Skype, Google Hangouts and More
NEWS TechTalk Turns FourteenIn September 1998, the first issue of TechTalk was emailed to 40 people. 79 issues later, with over 9,200 subscribers in more than 70 countries, this e-newsletter is the largest and by far the longest-running ezine focusing on meetings and tradeshow technology and it keeps growing. I feel honored to have your support as a subscriber and I extend my hearty thanks to the sponsors who make this newsletter possible. As always, your feedback is valued. Please forward this newsletter to anyone you may be interested in receiving a copy.
TechSpec - Free Technology Site Inspection App for Meeting Planners
Jim Spellos and I with the help of QuickMobile have joined forces to develop a technology site inspection app to help planners and venues improve the dialogue about what technology is needed in meeting rooms, the lobby and guest rooms. This is avalable for the iPhone/iPad and Android operating systems as well as checklist. Let us know what you think!
New book out: Tweeting Meeting -- Social Media for Eventshttp://www.meetingsupport.org/TTM
This book on social media for events is a collaborative venture organized by Maarten Vanneste with multiple authors including: Corbin Ball, Shuli Golovinski, Je? Hurt, Ruud Janssen, Susan Brower, Frank Martin Hein, Jessica Levin, Jan Vermeiren, Je? Rasco, and Dennis von Ferenczy. I am interviewed about my chapter in this book: http://vimeo.com/33069038 Winners of Perfect Table Planner Drawing The winners of the profesional edition of Perfect Table Plan V5 Professional Edition drawing* are: Chuck Schouwerwou, Elizabeth Sim Zielinski, Kat Manfredi, Sheila McCombs Fox and Will Nicholas CMP CME.
*Corbin Ball Associates in an independent technology analysis firm. We have never made even a cent of commission on the sale of any meetings technology product. This offer was for the benefit of TechTalk Subscribers.
28 LINKS FOR MEETINGS, BUSINESS AND FUN 11 Meeting Industry-Related Sites:
9 Business/Utility Sites:
QUOTES OF THE MONTH: "Time is the coin of your life. It is the only coin you have, and only you can determine how it will be spent. Be careful lest you let other people spend it for you."
-- Carl Sandburg, American poet, historian and novelist (from SmartBrief Newletter)
"Each of us makes his own weather, determines the color of the skis in the emotional universe which he inhabits." -- Fulton J. Sheen
"The seven ages of man: spills, drills, thrills, bills, ills, pills and wills." -- Richard Needham (from Loren Ekroth's Better Conversations Newsletter)
SHORT-SIGHTED TECHNOLOGY PREDICTIONS OF THE MONTH:
"We are probably nearing the limit of all we can know about astronomy." -Simon Newcomb, 1888
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 ITN International
ITN International is an event analytics company serving planners on six continents. With operations in China, France, the UK and the US, ITN International supports exhibitions, conferences and corporate events by providing registration, touch marketing and lead retrieval apps and solutions based its award-winning NFC attendee credential, BCARD.
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 Ungerboeck Ungerboeck is the world leader in end-to-end event management software for exhibitions, conferences and associations. For most organizations, Ungerboeck software delivers the capabilities of three to five separate software packages at a fraction of the cost including CRM, booth sales, event registration, CAD floor plans and more. Visit ungerboeck.com for more information.
Wyndham Jade
Wyndham Jade provides housing and registration services and technology for conventions, trade shows, expos, and meetings, corporate travel management services, and incentive programplanning. With nearly 30 years of experience, Wyndham Jade has planned and managed events in more than 50 countries. As an extension of your staff, we take care of the details, so you can focus on your business
Active Network
Our solutions power customers of all sizes?including small and medium-sized businesses, enterprise corporations, associations, tradeshows and expos. With a single technology suite for all their event management needs, we provide greater access to business intelligence and insight to every stage of the customer journey, enabling new depths of engagement Download a copy of ?The Connected Event: Insights on 2012 Event Technology Trends? report.
AllianceTech
Alliance Tech is the leading provider of solutions utilizing RFID Technology. ROI with RFID ? Use Alliance Tech?s Intelligent ATTENDANCE RFID solution to quantify results and enhance event success with session attendance and exhibit floor tracking!
 CadmiumCD
At CadmiumCD we focus on the technology needs of event planners. We specialize in technology tools and services to collect, manage and distribute educational materials at conferences and events. Our services include: Call for Papers, Speaker Data Management, Conference Proceedings, Audio Recordings, Electronic Meeting Posters, Online Itinerary Planners, Conference Apps and Online Evaluations.
 About Certain Software®, IncCertain Software is the leading provider of event management solutions for the global meetings and events industry. Certain's innovative solutions deliver to meeting and event professionals streamlined processes, reduced expenses, greater return on investments, and improved overall value of meetings and events. Certain's event management solutions support a full range of events -- from small meetings and educational sessions, to large conferences and world events. Headquartered in San Francisco, Certain has operations and sales offices in North America, Europe and the Pacific Rim.
 etouches develops event management software for organizations that produce internal and customer events. The multilingual, multicurrency software offers budgeting, project management, scheduling, registration, speaker/exhibitor/sponsor management, event websites, seating, surveying, email marketing, venue selection and social networking. etouches serves a global customer base that includes corporations, nonprofits, associations, and educational institutions.
EIBTM Barcelona 27-29 Nov. 2012
EIBTM is the premier event dedicated to the global meetings, events and business travel industry. With over 3,100 exhibitors representing 170 countries, EIBTM attracts over 9,300 industry buyers including 4,000 top-level buyers guaranteed by the Hosted Buyer® Programme
 IAEEpromotes the unique value of exhibitions and other events that bring buyers and sellers together such as road shows, conferences with an exhibition component, and proprietary corporate exhibitions. IAEE is the principal resource for those who plan, produce and service the industry.
IMEX America ? a power packed event for business - the global trade show for the incentive travel, meetings and events industry in the U.S. Check out the 2011 highlights. Do more business, network and learn at IMEX America ? save the date for 2012, Las Vegas October 9-11. Registration, entry and seminars are free.
Attendee Management Inc. (AMi)
AMi breaks down the barriers to online registration, housing, travel and e-marketing. No license fees, no software to manage, just dedicated, experienced service. Pay only for what you need, and provide the solutions your attendees and clients expect. Contact info@attendeenet.com, or call 512.842.1612 512.842.1612 |