17 Event Management Automation Tech Tips You Must Know

17 Event Management Automation Tech Tips You Must Know

In only a few years, event management automation has managed to work its way up to become one of the most rewarding solutions for professional event organizers. And it only keeps getting better. According to Market.us, the number of planners adopting automated systems has increased multifold in the last two years.

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12 Event App Features for Effortless Attendee Engagement

12 Event App Features for Effortless Attendee Engagement

Have​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ you ever been to an event where the vibe of the place was just electric? As if everyone was there not only physically but mentally too, working, connecting, and sharing ideas. Such is the effect of real attendee engagement.

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Live Polling and Surveys Turn Audiences into Active Participants

Live Polling and Surveys Turn Audiences into Active Participants

Imagine attending an event with such incredible energy that every attendee can’t help but turn from mere spectators to active participants. They give off the impression that they are not interacting, while, in fact, they are very much immersed. This is what happens when there are efficient feedback systems in place for an event. Indeed, live polls and surveys represent the most convenient and effective instruments to comprehend the preferences of the ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌participants. Continue reading

Top 7 Fundraising Approaches for Universities During Winter

 

Top 7 Fundraising Approaches for Universities During Winter

As university students prepare for their fall semester exams, there’s only one thing on their minds: the winter holidays! Most students make plans months ahead to make the most of their holidays. However, these students are also mindful of the generosity of spirit that comes with this holiday season. This is the reason many universities and colleges host fundraising events on their campuses before the holidays. Continue reading

Turning Passive Conference Attendees into Engaged Participants

 

Turning passive attendees into engaged participants

Getting attendees to engage during an event is not as simple as it sounds. It takes a humongous amount of effort to plan and organize an academic event that retains the attention of the attendees from start to end. This can be done through polls, questions and answers, live chat sessions, and more. The goal is to make participation less effortless and more rewarding. Continue reading

The Role of an Event Platform for Academic Conferences

Event Platform for Academic Conferences

Universities and Research Institutions are considered the ocean of knowledge and innovation. It’s where learners gather to enhance their skills and boost their learning journey. These educational institutions also organize academic conferences, workshops, webinars, seminars, cultural festivals, and other events.

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Tapping Into Event Data For Organizers That Goes Beyond Attendance

 

How to Tap Into Event Data For Organizers: Success Beyond Attendance

For most event organizers, one number that truly matters is the number of attendees at the event. The most important metric for the success of any event is the number of people in attendance. As an event manager, your joy must be through the roof as registration numbers climb, but when they don’t go as planned, panic sets in.

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Common Blunders in Conference Planning and Their Solutions

Common Blunders in Conference Planning and How to Avoid Them

All event managers, regardless of their experience in work, will admit that planning an academic conference from start to finish is a herculean task. And rightfully, the process can feel overwhelming for all those involved. In such scenarios, it’s easier to make mistakes. More often than not, these mistakes are simple yet overlooked.

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Best Practices for Handling Revisions and Re-Submissions in Abstract Management Systems

Best Practices for Handling Revisions and Re-submissions in an Abstract Management System

 

For organizers who breathe a sigh of relief after researchers have inputted their abstracts into the submission software, the next hurdle in the pipeline is  managing revisions and resubmissions. While it may be cumbersome for organizers to sift through submissions and process any revisions, with the advent of automated abstract management systems, such as that of Dryfta, organizes a flexible and automated workflow that greatly simplifies such miscellaneous submission tasks. When handled properly, organizers can turn the revision tall order into an incredible opportunity for attendees to correct any mistakes and upscale their drafts, a process previously onerous and backbreaking.

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The Complexities of Building an Enterprise Event Management Software

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Building an Enterprise Event Management Software

Building an enterprise event management software is a multifaceted endeavor that requires planning, a deep understanding of the event industry, and a robust tech framework. This process is not just about coding and design; it’s about creating a comprehensive tool that can adapt to the ever-evolving landscape of event management. Let’s break this down and explore the nuanced pros and cons of different development approaches.

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JHPIEGO | Transforming the Attendee Experience with Dryfta

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IMNHC 2023 marks the third major conference from Johns Hopkins University, with over 2,000 attendees, to utilize the Dryfta event platform. The ICFP 2022 and SBCC Summit 2022 are the other two comparable large-scale conferences co-organized by JHU and hosted on Dryfta.

 

JHPIEGO, an international health nonprofit affiliated with Johns Hopkins University, is a global force in healthcare initiatives focused on improving maternal and newborn health. Hosting the International Maternal and Newborn Health Conference (IMNHC) is a critical event for JHPIEGO, attracting healthcare experts, academicians, and enthusiasts globally. Prior to using Dryfta, the event faced intricate challenges, from abstract submission to attendee engagement, often relying on fragmented systems that lacked efficiency and cohesion.

 

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