Technology & Virtual Meetings Flashcards

What is a 'mobile event app' used for in meeting management?

Answer: A smartphone application providing attendees with schedules, maps, speaker bios, networking tools, and notifications

Mobile event apps enhance the attendee experience by consolidating event information, personalization, and networking in one tool.

What is 'lead retrieval' technology used for at trade shows and conferences?

Answer: Scanning attendee badges to capture contact information for follow-up by exhibitors

Lead retrieval systems allow exhibitors to digitally capture attendee data from badges for post-event sales follow-up.

Which metric is the BEST indicator of virtual event ROI for a corporate training meeting?

Answer: Post-event knowledge assessment scores and behavior change metrics

For training events, knowledge retention and behavior change directly measure whether learning objectives were achieved.

What is 'API integration' in the context of event technology?

Answer: A technical connection that allows different software platforms to share data automatically

API integrations allow event platforms like registration systems and CRMs to exchange data in real time without manual exports.

What is the primary benefit of using QR codes at in-person meetings?

Answer: They provide instant access to digital content, session check-ins, or contact exchange by scanning with a smartphone

QR codes enable quick, contactless access to materials, check-in systems, and networking tools at live events.

What does 'redundancy' mean in the context of virtual meeting technology planning?

Answer: Having backup systems, connections, and equipment ready to activate if primary systems fail

Redundancy ensures business continuity by providing backup internet, power, and streaming systems to prevent event disruption.