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Trade shows and exhibitions are often considered a necessary obligation in the business world. They are expensive to attend for both attendees and exhibitors. Many debates whether they are even useful in today’s digital world. But, especially post-pandemic, few can deny the value of face-to-face interactions. The energy a good trade show can create to […]

COVID-19 affected the museum landscape in a myriad of ways. The pandemic forced museums to close their doors to the public for years, which had a quantifiable impact economically and emotionally. But as the old adage goes, “when one door closes, another door of opportunity opens.” And for museums, that opportunity has included digitalization, offering […]

Gone are the days when employees drove to offices braving an ocean of traffic, inclement weather, and pollution. Office work is dead, some say whether or not it is true, the rise of a mobile-first workplace is no longer a myth. The revolution has begun and employee experience seems to be the focal point of […]

We’ve all heard of the term “data” in many situations from time to time and when it comes to business growth, data of all kinds can be of utmost importance. One of the most sought-after data-based innovations for physical businesses is indoor intelligence. With the help of an indoor intelligence company, many businesses are investing […]

With the advent of smart buildings, flexible workspaces, and modern expectations on the part of tenants, the commercial leasing market has taken a turn into the digital future. We no longer just rent space; we contract a 360-degree user experience comprised of spaces and services. Occupants are no longer the subordinate in a landlord-tenant hierarchy; […]

First discovered in 1800 by William Herschel, infrared “light” is a type of electromagnetic radiation on the electromagnetic spectrum. It is invisible to the human eye, and it is mostly produced by heat. That’s why infrared technology has long been used in technologies like thermal imaging tools or in telescopes used by astronomers to study […]

The fight for brand loyalty is more competitive now than ever before. 73% of today’s shoppers are willing to consider a new brand if they experience poor product quality, a lack of selection, or better prices elsewhere. Consumers can always be swayed by a new brand with superior customer service. Brands can also attract new […]

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 […]

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.

The retail industry is rapidly changing. With a large focus on e-commerce, many people wonder what brick-and-mortar establishments will have to do in order to survive. The easiest answer to this question? Listen to the customer. After all, they’re known for being right. People are beginning to lean on online shopping for its ease and […]

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. As useful as GPSs are for outdoor tracking they […]

Smartphones have completely changed our lives. They’re the last thing we see before we fall asleep, and the first thing we see when we wake up every morning.

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