March 02, 2018 Big data and the part it’s playing in ‘new retail’ Alibaba founder, Jack Ma, used the term ‘new retail’ in 2016 to describe a future that would blend online, offline, logistics and data across a single value chain. The strategy aims to establish the business as a consumption solution provider, leveraging big data to enhance consumers’ shopping experiences. And we haven’t had to wait long… Read More
February 01, 2018 Purple disrupt the WiFi market yet again; offering their enhanced analytics solution free of charge Purple, global leaders in guest WiFi analytics, has today announced a huge shake up in their free and licensed WiFi solutions. The WiFi and analytics provider have made another bold, yet strategic move to disrupt the WiFi market. Purple are offering their enhanced solution, now called Purple SMB, free of charge to businesses with five… Read More
January 26, 2018 Purple welcomes NLT Networks on board its global partner network Purple has formed a technology partnership with NLT Networks, leading providers of IT business solutions and consultancy, to provide businesses with in-depth data around their customers and physical spaces. NLT Networks work with a number of high profile partners including, Fortinet, Ruckus, Cisco, Meraki, HPe, Aruba and more, and they have an impressive customer base… Read More
January 22, 2018 The Future of Data with Amazon’s Alexa Evangelist and GI Insight A consumer’s journey to making a purchase happens in minutes, therefore why wouldn’t brands create an experience for your customers that reacts with their behaviour and interests – in minutes. Technologies, machine learning and automation are changing the shape of marketing and how businesses understand and engage with their customers. We walk around with mobiles… Read More
January 17, 2018 Purple move to new offices in Austin, Texas to accommodate further growth Purple, global leaders in guest WiFi analytics, are moving to TechSpace, a vibrant and creative shared office space located in one of Austin’s premier locations, 98 San Jacinto Center. The new space will allow Purple to execute plans to build on the existing team to meet a continued increase in market demand. The move comes… Read More
January 10, 2018 Purple’s WiFi and analytics solution – McDonald’s is lovin’ it Hamburger giant, McDonald’s, has begun its next course of digital transformation having rolled out WiFi analytics across its sites in Belgium as part of a three-year contract with Purple, Cisco Meraki and Socialspot. McDonald’s Belgium is using intelligent, hyper-targeted marketing features in the Purple platform to deliver radically new digital strategies in personalized communication, promotions… Read More
January 10, 2018 What’s an AP, and why should businesses invest? You know that box that you switch off and back on again when your WiFi starts playing up at home… well that’s not an AP, that’s a router. An AP, otherwise known as an access point, connects to that box allowing you to extend the range of your WiFi to a particular location. Let’s imagine… Read More
December 04, 2017 Hotel group improves guest communication thanks to Purple and Nowire Networks South American boutique hotel and apart hotel group, Inmobiliaria Su Ksa, and its guests are benefiting from the investment in a new guest WiFi solution that will see management gaining valuable analytical data to improve guest experience within each location. Purple’s WiFi and analytics solution has been installed initially at Hotel Capital in Chile, with… Read More
November 28, 2017 Is Black Friday still big for retail? Our analytics suggest it is. Stomachs have barely settled from Thanksgiving dinner before Black Friday madness kicks off on the fourth Friday of November each year. Consumers line up Thursday night and in the early hours to get their hands on discounted TVs, clothing, gadgets and Christmas gifts battling thousands of other consumers literally diving into the day. Retail market… Read More
November 23, 2017 8 Marketing Trends for 2018 In 2018, marketing and technology will be inseparable. We have reached the point in digital strategies and marketing tactics where actioning data, personalization and understanding the consumer is what will result in growth and loyalty. Teams step back and reflect on the past year’s performance, what worked well and how to improve on the campaigns… Read More
November 21, 2017 Holiday shopping trends may be about Black Friday now, but you’re open 11 more months of the year too One-third of consumers who plan to shop during the holiday season say they will brave Black Friday crowds this year, down from 51% in 2016 and 59% the year before, according to professional services giant, PwC. The latest holiday shopping trends study by PwC found there will be almost the same number of shoppers online… Read More
November 02, 2017 Top 10 GDPR Tips The European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has quickly become a topical subject as the May 2018 deadline draws nearer. GDPR is designed to harmonize data privacy laws across Europe to protect and empower all EU citizens data privacy, and is sure to reshape the way organisations approach data privacy. As worldwide pressure continues… Read More
September 16, 2017 Purple Events: September is the month for creating worldwide connections Turning physical spaces such as restaurants, transportation hubs and stadia into intelligent spaces is not a passing Internet of Things trend. Business and artificial intelligence – these have quickly become best practices of how to do business. Intelligent spaces are a means for companies to no longer guess who their target audience is and what… Read More
July 23, 2017 How Much Influence Does TripAdvisor Have On Your Results? Since its early beginnings in 2000, the review giant TripAdvisor has eclipsed the travel, tourism, res-taurant, and leisure industries; now in 2017, TripAdvisor’s famous review bubbles represent over 7 million businesses across the globe, with 500 million reviews and counting. Undoubtedly, there are a wealth factors contributing to TripAdvisor’s success, but it’s their consum-er-driven platform… Read More
June 13, 2017 Newly Certified Partner to promote Purple at leading U.S. conference Von Technologies, a newly Certified Purple Partner, is set to attend the largest U.S. conference for female business owners to discuss business trends, innovative technology disruptors and WiFi analytics at an interactive workshop. The Chicago based IT company focuses on technology deployments, network infrastructure, and managed intelligent wireless networks and is owned by Michelle Vondrasek,… Read More
May 24, 2017 Purple crowned Business of the Year at the Greater Manchester Business Awards Purple, the intelligent spaces company, is delighted to have won the award for Business of the Year with 50 plus employees at the Greater Manchester Business Awards 2017. Organised by innov8 Conference Services, the inaugural event, which took place last Friday evening, recognised standout organisations from across the Greater Manchester region, with the final and most… Read More
