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EP Lab: New research and development centre for events
A collaborative research and development center for the events industry has been launched to spearhead tech innovation.
EP Lab is dedicated to driving digital transformation, supporting leadership and enhancing capabilities to leverage cutting-edge tools.
The project – established by ExpoPlatform CTO Mykyta Fastovets – will bring together experts across events, universities and other partners to optimize research potential.
Mykyta said: “The launch of EP Lab comes at a transformative time for the events industry.
“By fostering collaboration and driving innovation, we aim to develop cutting-edge solutions that redefine how events are organized and experienced.
“With rapid advances for technology in events, EP Lab will empower industry colleagues with the tools and insights to lead in this digital era.”
The establishment of EP Lab comes as we experience an immeasurable surge in digital advances.
Fast-growing developments in tech such as generative AI have hit many industries, fuelling an increased acknowledgement of their potential.
EP Lab aims to take advantage of the gear change in mindset and become the epicenter of innovation in the events industry.
Its focus is on exploring and developing new technologies, methodologies as well as insights that can revolutionize how shows are organized, managed and experienced.
The initiative will be available to eventprofs through its public website which will include features such as:
- Project showcase: A list of ongoing and completed initiatives. Developments will include summaries, key findings and downloadable reports.
- Education: Resources to help eventprofs better understand how innovation can be implemented in their organizations.
- Collaboration opportunities: Get involved! The center has an open door policy to event organisers and budding digital innovators to work together.
- Expertise services: Detailed information about the technology stack and services utilized by the Lab.
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