Event management trends are always evolving, and it’s especially important for planners to know the new techniques and technologies are going to be shaping the industry this year.
With that in mind, here are the top 3 trends of event management to look out for in the UAE in 2019:
1. Video Drones Are Taking Over!
In the modern age of social media marketing, one of the most effective ways to bring any event to life is through live broadcasts on Facebook or Instagram!
Video drones allow events companies in Abu Dhabi and Dubai to give attendees and online viewers a complete 360-degree view of the proceedings, filming at angles that just aren’t possible with conventional cameras.
Not only are these drones perfect for broadcasting, they also give you an additional safety measure. Security teams now have access to a live stream of everything happening in the event vicinity and can react to individual incidents in a much more efficient manner.
Of course, before you start flying out your drones over conventions and concerts, you’ll need to be aware of the laws that govern their use.
In the UAE:
- You’ll need to obtain a license from the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority. Failure to do so might result in an AED 20,000 fine
- Keep the drone at least 5km away from any airport or landing area
- The drone operator must be at least 18 years of age
2. Chatbots Are More Important Than Ever!
This is one of the most emerging event management trends 2019. The UAE now has almost 4 billion smartphones users, giving planners a great interface for organizing and communicating with their guests.
Apps can now be customized with artificially intelligent chatbots and plugins to answer attendee questions. They’re easy to design on multiple platforms, and remove the need to download an extra application for communication purposes.
In a lot of cases, these chatbots will work with 3rd party applications already installed on a user’s device, like WhatsApp or Viber!
3. Augmented And Virtual Reality Is Here!
Augmented reality made its debut in 2016. Users were initially hesitant to use the technology, but we expect the trend to fully take over in the coming months.
Virtual reality allows event management companies to manage their events like never before! Organizers can perform site inspections, visualize session rooms, and virtually design booths, all before the event planning has even begun!
It also allows attendees to get a feel for conference and seminar sessions beforehand, making them more comfortable on the day of the event.
Companies like Google and Apple have already started implementing AR and VR apps on their smartphones, and we’re expecting big things from the technology to regulate the event management trends in 2019!
