MAPSTED BLOG

Sustainability in modern airport designs has become a crucial goal for airports worldwide. They want to reduce emissions, cut waste and make travel greener for everyone. This shift involves new materials, green airport innovations and a focus on passenger well-being. What makes an airport sustainable? Designers look at everything from energy and water usage to […]

Are you familiar with the digital transformation that’s currently taking place in transportation facilities? It’s a significant development and we have some compelling statistics to support the benefits of technology like Digital Wayfinding Solution for Train Stations. In railway-related transportation specifically, train station wayfinding and digital mapping solutions have been a pathbreaker. This has led […]

Museums are no longer establishments where items are showcased behind a glass display. How technology is shaping modern museum design is astonishing. The modern museum evolves into a lively space that is meant to be interactive and engaging, tells interesting stories and uses advanced technology for unique experiences. Thus, it is the owners and managers […]

Museums and galleries are fantastic ways to enrich our cultural understanding and education. By engaging with younger audiences, these institutions can help promote cultural appreciation and understanding, which is key to creating a diverse and inclusive society. Museums and galleries also need more youth visitors for their long-term success and sustainability. After all, these places […]

The way we think about workplaces is evolving at breakneck speed. For those who own or manage large office complexes, the question isn’t whether technology will play a role in redefining workplaces—it’s how you can leverage it to make your property more appealing, safer and efficient. In 2025, tenants and employees expect spaces that go […]

With the cultural sector continuously evolving, museums are using data to understand visitors in addition to attracting and retaining audiences like never before. As a result, museums use AI, electronic tracking and innovative solutions like Mapsted’s Interactive Maps and Location Analytics Technology to learn about visitor demographics, preferences and behaviours. Also, data-driven findings optimize exhibit […]

The pace at which corporate offices are being designed and used is unprecedented. Hybrid work models are increasingly becoming popular, while a greater emphasis on employee well-being is bringing in changes in the way office spaces function and feel. For 2025, corporate office design trends will focus on flexibility, technology and inclusivity. Here’s a closer […]

We tend to think about IoT as being a lot about the devices themselves, like a smart thermostat, the connected car or industrial sensors. Behind all the hype, though, we forget about how IoT standards are shaping global connectivity, making it practical, scalable and impactful. Without such standards, IoT would just be a set of […]

The Internet of Things (IoT) is reshaping today’s global economy. By connecting billions of devices and generating data-driven insights, IoT fuels efficiency and innovation. How IoT drives business profitability across sectors like healthcare, manufacturing and retail. This article examines what is the economic impact of IoT and how Mapsted’s minimal-hardware solutions fit into this evolving […]

The advent of the Internet of Things (IoT) has revolutionized numerous industries. This has enabled seamless connectivity and data exchange between physical devices. Imagine it as a technology positioned at the crossroads, seamlessly connected to diverse technologies. These technologies work by exchanging self-reported data from connected devices. This enables enhanced detection of opportunities and risks […]

A visit to the mall should be fun and entertaining. But that’s not always the case. Finding your way around large retail facilities, especially those with multiple floors, can often be an exercise in frustration.

The emergence of 5G technology is revolutionizing the world because it is not only enabling us to enjoy faster mobile internet—it is pushing the wide-scale development of the Internet of Things (IoT). 5G is enabling IoT solutions to become more practical across industries, by increasing speed and throughput while lowering latency so it can connect more […]

When respiratory health risks like Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) or pandemics strike, they always force societal changes around the globe. The recent rise of HMPV, particularly in 2025, has again driven increased attention to infection management technologies.  Nearly overnight, governments can issue orders that limit large gatherings of people. This in-turn restricted in-person business operations and […]

The pandemic impacted technology trends in higher education more than any event in the last decade. Universities and colleges had to adopt new technologies at an unprecedented pace with the sudden shift to remote learning. Now, as we enter a new era of higher education, there is one question that lingers. Which education industry trends […]

Did you know that around 70% of employees and job seekers say they’re more attracted to companies that prioritize sustainability? This means sustainability in workplace settings isn’t just a passing trend—it’s become a must-have for businesses looking to recruit top talent, boost retention and operate more efficiently. Below, we will explore ways to improve sustainability […]

Sporting events are one of the most popular ways to engage large audiences. Even though sporting events have been around for centuries, changes in technology have transformed the stadium fan experience remarkably. To keep up with the current trends and remain relevant in the future, one must focus on improving the fan experience constantly. Let’s […]

The world of healthcare has changed by leaps and bounds over the last few decades. The 21st century has thrust the medical field into an advancing technological age, but that’s not all. It has also changed how healthcare providers care for patients. At this point, it seems the sky’s the limit when we ponder over […]

Time is precious, yet countless hours are wasted navigating complex city landscapes, managing inefficiencies or waiting in long queues. With the advent of IoT in smart cities in 2025, public and private sectors are finding innovative ways to help people reclaim their time. From streamlining outdoor navigation to revolutionizing indoor environments, IoT is transforming urban […]