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Start with something small and let it fail. You will learn a ton from the failure and can iterate fast. Last month, we were in Buenos Aires to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the AMIA attack. We worked with a local AV company.  The challenge was mainly the cultural clash between the relaxed Latin American way of doing things and the Swiss/German ways we're used to. The event was large-scale, with over 600 participants from all over the world, including the presidents of Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. We had never worked with the local AV company, and for starters, there was a language barrier. Most of the staff do not speak English, and my colleagues do not speak Spanish. So on top of the cultural clash, there was the issue of making sure we understood each other. We kept insisting on punctuality and the need to test everything in time before the event's start, but we also kept changing what we wanted as the number of participants exploded, and we had to scale up everything at the last minute and change locations to a bigger room. So, on the very first mini-event the tech was not ready on time and, we were unable to test it. We started with a delay, and only 80% of the screens were working as intended. A mini disaster according to our standards. Fortunately, that was the only event that day, and most of the program started the next day. We used it as an example of what should not happen, and for the remaining part of the event, the AV provider increased their staff and was able to get the tech ready a few hours in advance so we could test things in advance and fix issues that we encountered before the actual event. So that mini disaster saved everything that followed. 

Kata Tipis recently completed an installation for Parogon Group at the Seven Stars pub. This successful installation has helped the establishment overcome capacity and size limitations, solving a potentially costly and technical physical extension issue. Our solution provided the Seven Stars with a Giant Hat Tipi and wall system to all 9 sides in the area adjacent to the main building, creating a non-permanent extension of their venue space. The Tipi has now increased capacity by 25% for Seven Stars, leading to a 29% increase in revenue. Our solution not only provides additional space for any venue but also allows for flexible event space. This additional capacity now provides a tangible increase in revenue and more scope for integrating other revenue streams into their business model. Check out our full case study below.

An inclusive playground shines when it considers the diverse needs of all its users. It's about ensuring everyone has access and can participate in their own way. While not everyone can do everything, everyone can do something! Learn more on https://ow.ly/9VHn50RXUvK

🌐 Making digital spaces inclusive? Now that's a movement we can get behind! Digital accessibility is the unsung hero of inclusivity, much like the closed captioning that quietly plays on your TV. While we're paving the way in connected TV (CTV) #advertising, we've got to tip our hats to the champions making digital domains as inclusive as a family barbecue. Imagine a world where ads are as accessible as our favorite parks, inviting everyone to bask in the message. MNTN is on that path, crafting ad experiences that feel like they're made just for you. So, how about a chat on making your brand's presence as universally welcoming as a park in spring? 🌷 Let's connect!

🚀 Exciting News from the FORMATION Team! We’re continuing to enhance FORMATION, and this week’s new feature is a game-changer: Indoor Navigation 🏢🗺️ Our unique approach requires no extra hardware—just your phone! 📱 It’s also super easy to set up. How does it work? 1️⃣ Scan a “Scan to Map” Sticker 📸    •   Use your camera app to scan one of our stickers inside the building.    •   Open the scanned link, and the FORMATION Map opens right where you are. No GPS or positioning needed! 2️⃣ Search Your Destination 🔍    •   Type in where you want to go within the building. 3️⃣ Navigate with Ease 🚶♀️➡️    •   Click “Navigate”! Follow the blue line on the map straight to your destination. Reach out to us if you need navigation in your building. Or come visit us at Ahoy to give it a try. We're rolling out indoor navigation for all our users. We can make FORMATION Maps for Events, Buildings, and Industry. Any scale. Anywhere.

I'm going to be speaking at Front End Sheffield next month on why we need to care about accessibility. I'm really looking forward to this one and aiming for a slightly different take on the topic to what I've previously seen. #accessibility #WebDevelopment

Thanks to EDspaces for taking this huge leap forward by bringing a Sanctuary Space to the show floor. The Sanctuary Space provides an opportunity for respite and recalibration for those who may need a moment during the event, and at the same time allowing us to show some examples and brief presentations of how spaces can bring support to all brains. This is a first of its kind and we cant wait ! ------- Experience the Nook Sanctuary Space at EDspaces 2024 Discover the Nook Sanctuary Space—a unique environment at EDspaces 2024 designed to educate and rejuvenate. This innovative space showcases the latest advancements in sensory support for schools, providing attendees with insights into creating inclusive, sensory-friendly learning environments. In addition to being an educational hub, the Sanctuary Space offers a tranquil retreat where attendees can recalibrate and recharge amid the busy event.  Scheduled presentations will highlight practical strategies for addressing sensory needs in schools, while the space itself demonstrates how thoughtful design can benefit both students and educators. Key Learner Outcomes:             1.         Enhanced sensory regulation for focused learning.             2.         Increased awareness and inclusion of sensory needs.             3.         Improved academic and social performance. Visit the Nook Sanctuary Space at EDspaces 2024 for a moment to recharge and to explore how educational settings can be easily transformed to support Sensory Needs. #edspaces24 #neurinclusivity #nookrevolution

Keyboard-only navigation means your website is accessible to anyone. ♿ Not to mention it shows your customers that you care. Check out the image for a few easy ways to test your website accessibility today: #Accessibility #InclusiveDesign #A11y #WebAccessibility #KeyboardAccessibility #WCAG #AssistiveTechnology

With five out of the top nine eyeball networks hosting at least one #RIPEAtlas probe, we’re currently covering 84% of the internet population in Mongolia. It’s fantastic to see this progress, but I truly believe we can make it even better! If you have ideas, resources, or connections that could help us reach the uncovered networks, let’s connect! Here’s how you can get involved: 1. Host a probe in these ASNs: 10219 SKYMEDIA-AS-MAIN 9484 MOBINET-AS-MN 141681 IMNL-AS-AP 9934 MICOM-MN-AS 2. Install a software probe in any location you find significant, whether it’s an end-user network or a core network. Here’s how: [https://lnkd.in/dFv6f2MG]. 3. Support networks with only one probe connected by helping us install an additional probe in a different location. Connect with our colleagues at #APNIC staff and the RIPE Atlas #ambassadors during the upcoming #mnNOG-6 event. 4. Explore the platform! Create an account to see how reachable your network is from all the probes connected in Mongolia. If you need some credit to get started, don’t hesitate to ask the APNIC staff for a free voucher. Let’s collaborate to make internet measurement accessible for everyone!

It's DEI Tip Tuesday. Here's today's tip topic: Winter Accessibility Considerations Tip: Address the unique challenges that winter weather can pose for event accessibility. Ensure that venues are not only ADA-compliant but also navigable in winter conditions. This includes clear, ice-free paths for wheelchairs, availability of warm spaces for those sensitive to cold, and remote participation options for those who cannot travel due to weather-related barriers.