According to experts, the year 2012 will see the usage of many new trends and technologies that will help event organizers streamline their event needs in the coming years. Millions of event organizers across the world are taking the help of advanced Cloud computing, mobile applications such as LTE and WI-Fi, and social media tools to enhance their brand image and create a repeat attendance.
Cloud Computing
It is one of the most highly used technologies of 2011, and its demand will increase all the more in 2012. Cloud computing refers to freely sharing of products and services over the Internet. Event planning organizations can adopt this technology to offer registration and payment management solutions to the global audience.
Social Media Tools
An increase number of individuals will start using social media tools in 2012. Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, Google+ already has millions of users and the number of new members is rising with each passing day.
Free HD Video Conference Tools
Many organizations hold events across multiple locations throughout the year. Now, it is impossible for the same person to be present at different conference or meeting venues at the same time. Skype and Google Hangout helps you easily interact and share valuable event-specific information with your members and customers over the Internet. The tools help you attend the meeting or seminar without being physically present at the location.
Free Collaboration Tools
Collaboration tools such as Google Docs helps you share documents and other resources almost instantly with your customers. You can also store documents on your computer desktop and allow your team members or customers to view and share the document as and when necessary.
Mobile Applications - LTE and Wi-Fi
LTE (3GPP Long Term Evolution) accelerate the process of data transfer over wireless devices. LTE uses the new latest DSP (Digital Signal Processing) method to offer customizable high-speed bandwidth across numerous networks. Tablets, Smartphone, and video game console are based on the Wi-Fi technology. It allows you to connect a mobile device to the Internet via a wireless plug point.
Use of Hybrid Events
A hybrid event helps you host a product launch party or conference on the Cloud. You can chat with your attendees, share important documents, and exchange ideas without being actually present at the event. To sum up, a hybrid event means holding a meeting in a virtual environment.
Increased Use of Social Publishing Tools
You can use YouTube to freely upload your event videos for quick viewing by your target audience. Event organizers can also use WordPress to write and post interesting articles about your events and festivals. Finally, Flickr.com can be used to share event photos with your present as well as new customers.
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