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What Makes an Effective Virtual Campus Tour?

Arina Abbaali

October 15, 2026

Every campus tour—and virtual campus tour—begins with questions. Students want to know: Will I feel comfortable…

students walking on campus

Why Campus Navigation Is a Bigger Challenge Than It Seems

Arina Abbaali

September 16, 2026

Prospective students and their families don’t blame the map when they can’t find parking, navigate around…

Students reaching a tour on time because of well-organized university wayfinding

The First Five Minutes on Campus: Why University Wayfinding Shapes First College Impressions

Arina Abbaali

September 2, 2026

A prospective student’s campus experience starts earlier than you think, and it’s long before they shake…

The ROI of Investing in Digital Infrastructure for Cities and Municipalities

Arina Abbaali

August 19, 2026

Municipalities are increasingly treating digital infrastructure as measurable economic development rather than a communications expense —…

Student using a more comprehensive solution than MappedIn to navigate across an entire university campus

Is MappedIn Right for Higher Education?

Arina Abbaali

August 5, 2026

When institutions begin evaluating campus mapping platforms, MappedIn frequently comes up as an option. It’s a…

Student navigating campus with a virtual map that prioritizes digital accessibility

Beyond Compliance: Bridging the Gap Between Digital Accessibility and Physical Campus Access

Arina Abbaali

July 22, 2026

Higher education has made significant progress on digital accessibility in recent years. Website remediation, WCAG audits,…

The Guest and Fan Experience Trends Shaping Stadiums and Arenas in 2026

Arina Abbaali

July 15, 2026

Live entertainment is in the middle of a major growth cycle. Global sports tourism is valued…

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The Most Important KPIs for Measuring Fan Satisfaction at Large Venues

Arina Abbaali

July 1, 2026

Venue operators are spending more than ever on the fan experience — mobile ordering systems, interactive…

people in a blue lit convention room

What Attendees Expect from Convention Centers in 2026 (and How to Deliver)

Arina Abbaali

June 24, 2026

In 2026, attendees aren’t deciding whether to register, stay, or return solely because of the keynote…

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The Top Metrics Convention Centers Should Track to Measure Event Success in 2026

Arina Abbaali

May 21, 2026

The convention and events industry is in the middle of a significant rebound. The U.S. event…