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What’s next for the Internet of Things?
“So why is it called the Internet of Things?” Was the question from my five year old when I told him what I was writing about –” it sounds awesome”. Maybe he’s been watching too much YouTube, maybe he’s right? It is pretty ‘awesome’, by giving objects, animals or people…
What’s next for smartwatches?
Smartwatches haven’t made as big a splash as some people may have predicted. After the intriguing debut of what was seen as the possible blossoming of the tech by the release of the Apple Watch, most people’s timelines last week news were filled with the IDC report stating the decline…
What’s in store for the future of point collecting?
Everybody loves a good deal! Many of us will admit to carrying several loyalty cards around with us to make sure we get access to some of the best deals. But in today’s society we are used to getting everything fast – it’s a world of instant gratification. Point collecting…
What’s the difference between a WAN and a LAN?
A LAN (Local Area Network), is a network that covers a small geographical area such as homes and offices. Whereas WAN (Wide Area Network,) is a network that covers larger geographical areas.
When is no WiFi better than free WiFi
I came out of a meeting today near Oxford St in London, and like many other business travellers before me with time to spare before the next meeting, headed in search of somewhere to setup camp with Free WiFi. I ended up in Starbucks as many will have done in…
Who would work in a place like this?
Let me set the scene. It’s a cold, wet, Tuesday night and I’m in Manchester. Well, not exactly. I’m driving back to Salford (home) from Hollinwood (work) so technically not ‘in’ Manchester but close enough? I’ve worked a little late due to the time difference with our Austin office, so…
Why Airports Need Guest WiFi
Not only can Guest WiFi enhance customer satisfaction, it's expected. If your airport doesn't offer WiFi services yet, then click here to see how it can help your bottom-line.
Why big tech is backing Purple in a major way: An interview with Chris Dedicoat
After a 23-year stint in Silicon Valley, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa - Cisco’s former EVP, Chris Dedicoat, is back in the UK to champion fast-paced technological innovation.
Why brick and mortar stores are key to world domination
You may have noticed we’ve been talking a lot about the ‘customer algorithm’ recently. It’s a term that we have coined off the back of Alibaba’s ‘new retail’ strategy – one that aims to merge the online and offline worlds of data capture. It’s all about combining data from multiple…
Why Customer Complaints Are Good For Your Business
Discover why, despite the damage they can cause if left unchecked, customer complaints are good for your business.
Why Does My Wi-Fi Disconnect?
Troubleshoot why your WiFi keeps disconnecting here. This article covers the 101 to help you get started on reconnecting.
Why grocery retailers should utilize reward programs to enhance customer loyalty
The post-covid environment has caused a great shift in customer loyalty. This article looks at the benefits grocery retailers see when utilizing reward programs.
Why location based services will make us happier shoppers
Location based happy shopping Who doesn’t like shopping? Well, for those who aren’t so keen, Location Based Services should help to make it a better experience. New WiFi based technologies allow shops to utilise geo-fencing, drawing invisible lines around our favourite sales areas or locations and allowing a store to…
Why retailers should utilize reward programs to enhance customer loyalty
Retailers are missing out on valuable opportunities to boost their visitor experiences, see how reward programs can help.
Why think when you can sync?
There have been many claims to suggest that when we give our brain a good workout we can improve cognitive ability and even improve memory. However, with today’s smartphones and access to the internet, we can store everything we need to know in one handset. We wondered whether this means…