Articles by author: Tyler Kern
AR filters are becoming not only a fan favorite for social media platforms, but a point of direct investment. Following in Facebook and Snapchat’s footsteps, TikTok is investing in its own AR experiences development hub, Effect House, where interested developers can apply to create engaging augmented reality filters and effects for the platform. Why is […]
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Retail
Authentic Social Media is an Ace in the Sleeve for Small Business
For entrepreneurs looking to stand out as they build a new company in today’s tumultuous business climate, social media has proved itself as a powerful tool for engagement, brand-building, and developing trust between company and customer. For Olivia Starling, founder of online jewelry brand Starlette Galleria, her vision for a hypoallergenic collection of high-quality yet […]
Business Services
As Unemployment Benefits Expire, How Can Businesses Bring Workers Back?
COVID’s economic and material disruptions gave many workers, across the blue- and white-collar spectrum, the tools to better analyze what they don’t like about their work lives. Inefficiencies of in-office work settings, dissatisfaction around low wages and unsafe work conditions, and insufficient medical benefits were laid bare. And workers responded, in many sectors, by withholding […]
Energy
Is Our EV Infrastructure Ready for Mass Maintenance?
With investments in EV infrastructure at scale to meet the U.S.’s goal of 50% of automotive sales being EVs by 2030, how should technology providers prepare for mass maintenance and repair workflows for this new charging infrastructure? We sourced perspectives from Desmond Wheatley, President & CEO of BEAM, to share his thoughts on the decentralized […]
Hospitality
Is the Private-Jet Travel Boom Here to Stay?
The travel habits and expectations for airline passengers have shifted over the last year and half, leading more affluent travelers to consider alternative options to commercial flights. The result has been a boom in private-jet travel, thanks in large part to an increased emphasis on social distancing. We posed the question to the founders of […]
Building Management
Protecting Business Assets in the Wake of Hurricane Ida
Hurricane Ida made landfall in New Orleans in late August and brought with it a wave of destruction, leaving the city scrambling to begin rescue efforts and restore power. With natural disaster events sweeping across all parts of the nation this year, how should businesses maneuver insuring their assets and stores? For answers, we […]
Education & EdTech
Retooling Testing Strategies for Today’s Modern Learning Environment
School districts from California, to Colorado, to Texas all continue to distance themselves from legacy standardized testing, both for the K-12 education journey and for college admissions. With low standardized testing performance, how should schools retool their testing strategies to address both learning loss and year-over-year aptitude in an individualized way? Here’s Gustaf Öqvist Seimyr, […]
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Automation in Action: Robotic Pallet Movers are Enhancing Efficiency and Transforming the Modern Warehouse
The world of logistics is undergoing a major transformation, all thanks to robotic picking and stacking tech. These robotic pallet movers automate the stacking of products, thereby enhancing efficiency and accuracy in warehouses and distribution centers. As e-commerce continues to grow, the demand for quicker and more efficient operations is pushing the adoption of […]
Extended-Stay Hotels Must Analyze Markets & Embrace Flexible Options for Sustained Growth
The extended stay hotel market, once riding high on unprecedented growth, has recently faced a dip in occupancy rates. This downturn marks a significant shift from the robust expansion observed over the past years, driven by a surge in guests who preferred longer stays due to various economic and lifestyle factors. Despite this, the […]
High-Quality Live Events Technology is the Secret Weapon for Unforgettable Experiences
The fusion of technology and creativity is setting new standards for audience engagement and event personalization at live events. Live events technology such as augmented and virtual reality are now at the forefront, offering immersive experiences that bridge the gap between the digital and physical worlds. AI and machine learning are also revolutionizing event […]
Power Over Ethernet Revolutionizes Home Automation by Simplifying Installations and Enhancing Connectivity.
Homes become increasingly connected and Power over Ethernet (PoE) emerges as a transformative technology in residential automation and entertainment systems. By allowing electrical power and data signals to travel over a single Ethernet cable, PoE offers a streamlined approach to powering devices like smart speakers, security systems, and lighting, all while reducing cable clutter. […]