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In part 1 , we covered how networking apps, including our own app, Fusion Visit, can aid event planning, maximise a visit to an event, and facilitate interactivity and engagement in speaker and seminar sessions. In part 2, we'll continue exploring how networking apps transform the events sector. But before we do, here's a recap of what Fusion Visit is and what it does. The output of a quarter of a century’s work in event management, Fusion Visit is the distillation of everything we’ve learnt along the way. From personalising the user experience to making things easier to find and simpler to access, Fusion Visit has become an industry-wide solution to multiple – and often complex – event-based problems. With that in mind, let's look at the final five ways networking apps make events easier for everyone involved. 6. Keep it personal We're proud to say that our app is significantly advanced when it comes to personalisation. Through the algorithms we've created, Fusion Visit suggests relevant sessions, seminars and exhibitor details based on the data users share. Personalisation ensures all suggested content is relevant, increasing the chances of user engagement. The best part is that when users download the app from the Apple Store or Google Play, Fusion Visit is wrapped in the brand of the event they're going to (they don't even know it's Fusion Visit!). 7. Real-time communication As an attendee, there’s nothing worse than receiving irrelevant content. Second to that is receiving information too late - or missing it altogether. But thanks to Fusion Visit, irrelevant or late content is a thing of the past. Through a networking app, exhibitors and attendees can communicate via instant messaging in real time, so there’s no excuse for anyone to miss anything. And let’s face it: in a world built on instant messaging, real-time communication is imperative for meaningful interactions. 8. Feedback, please In 2024, everything is measured and analysed, and in the event management industry, stats and analytics are generally used to make data-driven decisions to improve future events. Insights gleaned from data are also instrumental in measuring success. With Fusion Visit, no stone is left unturned. Different types of information can be captured to help you determine the success of events. Additionally, through our partnership with Apteco , we can also segment and measure data in ways that would have been unimaginable only a few years ago. 9. In one place Fusion Visit is like a wallet – it stores all your vital information in one place. From attendees’ basic details and scannable e-badges to day-by-day itineraries, all of which have been handcrafted by each user, Fusion Visit provides a one-stop shop for attendees. With our app, there are no more crumpled pieces of paper - just one digital wallet that's easy to access and clutter-free. 10. Safe as houses All data captured on Fusion Visit is protected, which means confidential information such as usernames and passwords are stored safely and securely. The app's privacy controls and user authentication methods safeguard data, which means you can promise everyone using the app that their data is protected. Need help with event management? From one-off seminars to large-scale exhibitions across multiple continents, our software and hardware solutions enable you to plan, market and deliver world-class events more simply than ever. Contact us for more information.

Wasn’t life simpler when the success of your event mainly – if not only – hinged on the physical attendance of those you worked hard to attract? What happened before or after the event mattered less; you just needed to get them there. Of course, this has changed. An event’s success is no longer solely measured during the hours of the event. These days, organisers must ensure that the impact of their event and the attendee experience is maximised during the event and in the weeks before and after . Thanks to event networking apps like Fusion Visit, our very own app , there are many ways organisers can add value to and enhance the event experience. With that in mind, here are the first five of our top 10 benefits of using networking apps to transform audience engagement. 1. Take a military approach Historically, when attending events, visitors would need a plan of attack that would make even the hardest of military leaders wince. It was hard work – and stressful. In the end, attendees would leave feeling they hadn't made the most of their visit. With Fusion Visit , this can be avoided, as everything can be planned well in advance. From deciding on speakers to booking meetings, attendees can do most of the legwork before the big day so that all they need to do is simply turn up on the day. 2. Make a hit list It’s not just speaker sessions and meetings that your attendees will want to lock in before the event itself. Major events and exhibitions are like festivals — there's always something happening. Whether attendees want to test drive new products or plan where they’ll be eating, event apps allow visitors to use their time wisely and ensure they never miss a beat. Fusion Visit, for example, allows visitors to like the exhibitors they want to see, automatically creating a favourites list that can be easily accessed at any point. 3. Zone in With our networking app, attendees can make a list of the exhibitors they want to see, plan their visits, and zone in on every exhibitor, getting detailed information on each one. While our app includes basic features, like exhibitors' locations in the building, it also has features visitors can use to arrange meetings with exhibitors, rate them, and access their social media channels. 4. Next question Attendees too shy to ask speakers their burning questions in front of a packed seminar room can submit questions via Fusion Visit . Additionally, our app allows speakers to filter the questions, choosing ones they want to answer or those they think all attendees will find interesting. This app feature helps visitors and speakers add value to the event experience, as it encourages engagement. 5. Networking made simple While we touched on the ability to book meetings earlier, this feature deserves its own section. After all, meeting people face-to-face may be the primary reason many people attend events. With Fusion Visit, visitors can book meetings with exhibitors and fellow attendees by searching for their badge type. Like any calendar system, users can invite people to meet at a specific time and place. Additionally, they can use the Notes section to make an introduction. The invitee can either accept, decline, or propose a new time. Look out for PART 2, where we'll reveal the other five benefits of using event networking apps. Need help with event management? From one-off seminars to large-scale exhibitions across multiple continents, our software and hardware solutions enable you to plan, market and deliver world-class events more simply than ever. Contact us for more information.