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In-depth articles from CrowdComms covering strategy, planning, and practical event technology advice for associations, corporates, agencies, and organisers.

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Article 2026

What does a good event ROI report actually look like?

Most post-event reports show what happened. A good one shows what it was worth. Here’s the framework for building ROI reports that move budget conversations and keep sponsors coming back....

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How event planners should be optimising for AI search in 2026

ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews are now the first stop for many buyers researching event tech vendors. If your platform isn’t showing up in those answers, you’re being removed...

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What Features Should Event Registration Software Include?

Event registration software is often misunderstood. Many people think of it as a simple online form that collects names, email addresses and dietary requirements. But a registration form is...

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Can AI really improve events?

The hype, the fear, and the future of AI in events Artificial intelligence has exploded across the events industry. Every week brings a new tool, a new claim, a new “revolution.” Some...

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Event Tech Essentials: Security, Personalization, Analytics

The Bare bones of event tech A practical guide for big organisations and every event team Event technology isn’t a luxury, it’s the scaffolding that makes modern events reliable, secure and...

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The real value of event technology

Event tech gets thrown around like it’s the answer to everything. Better engagement. Better data. Better experiences. Better ROI. But if you strip all that back for a second… what’s it...

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What makes a great conference app in 2026?

Discover what makes a great conference app in 2026, from engagement features to data, UX and sponsor ROI for modern events.

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Hybrid event platforms for associations

Not all hybrid event platforms deliver for associations. Discover the features that drive member engagement, sponsor ROI and measurable event success.

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Mobile event app vs Web event platform: Which drives better engagement?

Event technology has evolved rapidly in the last decade, but one debate still surfaces regularly in planning meetings and agency pitches: Should we use a mobile event app or a web-based...

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Hybrid event platform checklist for corporate event teams

Nine things to validate before you sign a hybrid event platform contract, from streaming concurrency and security to sponsor tools and reporting.

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Conference app vs event platform: What’s the difference? (2026 Guide)

A conference app supports attendees during a live event. An event platform runs registration, streaming and a whole portfolio. How agencies should choose between them.

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How to choose a hybrid event platform

An enterprise buyer’s guide to hybrid event platforms: streaming integration, unified engagement, one view of data, and the questions to ask.

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Article 2025

Best Event Apps in 2026: An Honest Comparison for Event Professionals

Choosing an event app in 2026 is no longer a simple decision.

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