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In recent years, health care providers have been developing more sophisticated big data analytics capabilities. There has been a shift from basic- descriptive analytics towards the world of predictive analytics in healthcare.  Predictive analytics in healthcare may be new, but it actually represents a huge step towards the future for many organizations.  Instead of revisiting…

What Brick and Mortar Retail Stores Will Look like 5 Years from Now Retail is Dead  At least, that’s how Marc Andreessen sees it.  The entrepreneur and tech investor were recently quoted saying that all physical retail stores will die, succumbing eventually to the vast sea of online competition.  According to Andreessen, there will be…

The Canadian retail sector is set to be revolutionized as shoppers redefine the role of the store and embrace technology while retailers and mall owners grapple with the repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic. Innovating Malls is the Way of the Future According to the report The Future of the Mall: Building a new kind of…

The school year is quickly approaching for students across the world. In most years, there would be a sense of excitement and eagerness to return to campus. But, ever since the COVID-19 pandemic began, there has been much uncertainty and doubt regarding the safety of students when they return to campus this fall.  As the…

Traveling is an important part of almost everyone’s life. Over the years, the world has shrunk with the inventions of various technologies and means of transportation that make it easier for anyone to get anywhere in the world. We are living in a time where it is easily possible for everyone to be present wherever…

When Covid-19 struck, it forced societal changes around the globe. Nearly overnight, governments issued orders that limited large gatherings of people, restricted in-person business operations, and encouraged people to work from home as much as possible. In response, businesses and schools alike began to search for how to continue their operations remotely, thanks to the…

Whether you’re trying to persuade a customer into buying a product, close a deal with a prospective decision-maker, or influence a group of company executives, one of the most powerful tools you can use is data. There have been many studies that show how executives and managers use data in their decision-making process, for example:…

Mapsted’s location-based analytics combines geographic data from assets with data on an organization’s operations and customers to discover powerful answers to any business challenge and share those insights with the rest of the organization.  Moreover, location-based analytics enables businesses to build complete information and analyses for reaching new customers, markets, and labels of success. How?…

Location-based analytics is an extra layer of geographical data for your business. Mapsted Location-based data analytics allow you to extract more valuable insights, allowing you to gain a deeper understanding of your consumers’ or staff’s activities. It is sometimes referred to as “geo-analytics”. Across industries such as higher education, big-box retail, shopping malls, and transportation…

Have you ever searched for service on the internet and been instantly provided with 3 different options all within 10 minutes of your current location? This is due to geographic segmentation.  The modern era has connected modern businesses to every corner of the world, including markets previous generations may never have considered. It’s like living…

Proximity marketing is all about marketing to your ideal consumer at the right time and at the right place, with highly relevant and personalized notifications. It provides great results for businesses in combination with the right advertising strategies and tools.  Over the past two years, we have seen brands at malls and airports, enhancing customer…

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is a popular choice for electronic identification and RFID positioning. RFID offers substantial advantages for businesses allowing automatic inventory and tracking of the supply chain. This technology plays a key role in pervasive networks and services. Storage and remote retrieval of data on RFID tags enable real-time identification of devices and…

Location-based marketing allows companies to target consumers at a granular, more personalized level with online or offline messaging based on their physical location. Using location data, marketing teams are able to reach consumers based on selected qualifiers like proximity to a store, events happening in their region, and more.  Location marketing has proven to be…

Ultra WideBand Positioning (UWB Positioning) is one of the most recent indoor positioning technologies to emerge. UWB Positioning, supersedes base-band, impulse, and carrier-free technology. The United States of America Department of Defense was the first to use the term “ultra wideband”. UWB indoor positioning became commercially available in the late 1990’s. UWB radio is a…

From traditional compasses to smartphone GPSs, we have seen a huge transformation in indoor positioning technology. Location tracking has become such a ubiquitous term that it’s almost impossible to imagine our lives without it. Outdoor navigation using GPS technology is an essential part of our daily lives. According to Market Watch, the GPS Tracking Device market…

College is a major life milestone for students. Those years aren’t only a crucial academic experience, but for many it’s the first time they’re away from home and navigating life on their own.

Artificial intelligence, which also encompasses numerous technologies and processes, will play a central role in enabling the dynamic pricing and personalization that airlines will need to become authentic and effective retailers

In today’s digitally-driven world, it’s no longer enough to be listed on a travel website with 15 pictures of your resort. To be a top competitor in the resort industry, you need to constantly implement innovative technology that will provide travellers with an irresistible customer experience.