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However, you can make this process seamless for visitors by implementing our \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"http://www.apple.com/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Responsive Web App\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" which displays digital 3D indoor maps that are accessible from any device. Using indoor positioning, visitors are able to see their exact location from the browser of their mobile device and populate turn-by-turn directions to their destination. With this feature, you can be sure that fans don’t miss a second of the game or concert! 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In addition to easy navigation, these codes can also be linked to external websites such as a restaurant’s online menu or the online store for your sports team’s merchandise. The possibilities are endless, as digital indoor maps are easy to embed with any material around your stadium! By integrating mapping solutions such as Mappedin’s, your digital stadium map becomes an additional touchpoint for guests and helps to highlight, promote, and engage fans with every other service at your venue.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"With multi-destination capability, fans can get the fastest directions to their seats upon arrival, including a path from the parking lot, to the gate, and ultimately to their section. They are then able to save their section’s location on the interactive digital map right from the web browser of their mobile device. This makes exploring the stadium aseamless experience, and avoids wandering around trying to find your seat in the middle of a sports game or concert. You can quickly locate your seat again with the click of a button. What better way to enhance the fan experience? \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"5n4Q0d4qzID11l7X9CH5xZ\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" Increase Health and Safety Measures\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Arenas and stadiums can also use digital indoor mapping solutions to help provide health and safety measures amongst guests. Our multi-destination feature ensures that fans’ path into and throughout the stadium is safe and streamlined, thereby eliminating the need to wander or travel to another side of the venue. This can help enforce capacity limits on the number of people in a designated area. Also, with our \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/mapping/map-editor/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Map Editor\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" tools, it is easy to state locations that have closed temporarily on your digital map so that guests know which areas to avoid. You can also remove navigation through these closed sites, including hallways or stairwells which may be too narrow for social distancing, to ensure that guests aren’t led to these areas. This not only helps with social distancing, but makes controlling the flow of traffic at your stadium an easy task. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"In addition to the above, you can add related locations on your map to make it easier for fans to populate navigation to related areas within your stadium. For instance, amenities such as sanitization stations can be added to seating sections to improve health and safety measures among visitors. Further, you’re able to set specific opening hours on restrooms and amenities to reflect when they are off-limits for their regular cleaning. This way, venues can offer an adapted experience that ensures health and safety are always a top priority. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Generate Revenue and Insights\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Reopening stadiums also provides endless possibilities to generate revenue, from ticket to vendor sales. Integrating digital indoor mapping technology with food and beverage ordering systems and wait time planning applications makes it easy for fans to quickly locate and purchase from your vendors. You can also add important descriptors to your vendor locations like ‘in-seat delivery’, ‘cashless transactions’ and ‘pre-order only’ so that every guest is prepared when making a purchase. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"2WpWnXd9dXEK7Y7tODD3QF\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Stadiums can also use our Quick Links feature to connect fans to external websites that provide helpful information, and can help increase revenue. For instance, the link can direct fans to contactless online ordering for concession stands. 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For example, if visitors are searching for specific vendors or events at your stadium that don't currently exist, you may consider adding them. Alternatively, you can use this data to serve up highly relevant content, promotions, and events that drive increased foot traffic and revenue at your stadium or arena. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Get Started With Mappedin\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Digital indoor mapping technology helps streamline the return to stadiums and arenas by providing an adapted experience that is safe, seamless and caters to the fan experience, while also generating revenue for vendors and stakeholders across your venues. Fans are able to return to your stadium and navigate with ease, stay protected with health and safety top of mind, and ultimately focus on watching their sports team or artist perform. All things considered, indoor mapping can assist in reopening venues post-pandemic and can help deliver an unforgettable fan experience for sporting events, concerts, and more! \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"To learn more about Mappedin’s indoor mapping solutions for stadiums, arenas, and other entertainment venues, or to explore how you can improve the fan experience when you reopen, \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"},{\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/contact-us/\"},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"contact us\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\"},{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\" today.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"}],\"nodeType\":\"document\"}","references":[{"contentful_id":"5xtHK8Zzkwj9d1trBZIsV6","__typename":"ContentfulAsset","description":"","file":{"url":"//images.ctfassets.net/wdjnw2prxlw8/5xtHK8Zzkwj9d1trBZIsV6/34950d9f4a111362661c8f624d268e9c/3D_responsive_map-png.png","contentType":"image/png"}},{"contentful_id":"5n4Q0d4qzID11l7X9CH5xZ","__typename":"ContentfulAsset","description":"","file":{"url":"//images.ctfassets.net/wdjnw2prxlw8/5n4Q0d4qzID11l7X9CH5xZ/ca5a4202b4f46791d68af592739a5130/stadium-journey-3.png","contentType":"image/png"}},{"contentful_id":"2WpWnXd9dXEK7Y7tODD3QF","__typename":"ContentfulAsset","description":"","file":{"url":"//images.ctfassets.net/wdjnw2prxlw8/2WpWnXd9dXEK7Y7tODD3QF/57ef6f35cacaa89f1fa9c8532e8e6747/stadium-5e.png","contentType":"image/png"}}]},"image":{"file":{"url":"//images.ctfassets.net/wdjnw2prxlw8/33s0GplDcyljI9PJXOFv9N/66f21f84807125912eb16551a3220337/stadium_2.png"}},"pdf":null,"relatedPosts":[{"title":"How to Create the Ultimate Fan Experience in Stadiums & Arenas","slug":"how-to-create-the-ultimate-fan-experience-in-stadiums-and-arenas","content":{"__typename":"ContentfulBlogPost","author":"Sofia Spagnuolo","publishDate":"Jun 21, 2021","updatedAt":"Jan 18, 2022","tags":{"category":{"name":"Use Cases","slug":"use-cases"},"topic":{"name":"Stadiums","slug":"stadiums"}},"content":{"raw":"{\"nodeType\":\"document\",\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Picture this: You begin walking up the stairs of area 104. The labels on the concrete steps read, “Section A”... “Section B”... “Section C”... until you finally reach your destination. You shuffle by the other people in the row and take your seat with a perfect view of the game. The crowd is going wild, screaming their favourite home-team chants. You’re wearing your favourite player's jersey with a smile on your face and ready to join in the cheer. You look down at your phone and see a notification: \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"“5 Minutes Until Game Time”\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"italic\"}],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"With limitations on how many fans are allowed in arenas, stadiums have had to improve and transform their venues to create the ultimate fan experience. Keep reading to find out seven ways stadiums are digitally transforming to create a better experience for players, fans, and employees. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"1NHSz6SPS97cA21ihQaGxl\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"1. Digital Ticket Distribution \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"The days of going to pick up a printed copy of a ticket are coming to an end. Digitally distributing tickets is a contactless, safe, and convenient procedure. Integrate with ticketing technology to prevent fraud and illegal resale and keep visitors secure. Embed links and QR codes with tickets, giving visitors all the information they need to have a successful visit to the stadium. Communicate anything from safety procedures to exclusive offers immediately after receiving a ticket so visitors can plan ahead. The digital distribution of tickets is simple and effortless, giving visitors the ability to access more information than ever before.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"2. Stadium Wayfinding \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Visitors entering a stadium want to be prepared. Stadiums are integrating with \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"wayfinding\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/verticals/stadiums/\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" systems to let fans know where their seat is and avoid wandering around and potentially missing some of the game or concert. Implementing a 3D wayfinding map allows visitors to view their exact location and follow turn-by-turn directions from any device, whether a large touchscreen kiosk or the browser of their mobile device. Locate your way to a parking lot, washroom, food stand, and more, ensuring no time is wasted. Stadiums can add a QR code to the distributed tickets, allowing visitors to scan and immediately get directions to their seats. Use QR codes to direct visitors to hand sanitizer stations, accessible gates, guest services, and other important spaces. Wayfinding can account for alerting fans of closed-off areas, creating a direct path for people to avoid traffic and wandering. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"These maps can also provide analytics to see how people navigate through the venue. Leverage this data to understand how visitors interact within various spaces of the arena and their intent. Track searches, the most popular location selections and more, to make informed decisions regarding the layout of the stadium. For example, if numerous fans are searching for a hot dog stand near the east wing of the building, it could be worth adding one to increase foot traffic and revenue. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"OvaJXldFX7xFa6sCGhrkA\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"3. Social Distancing Protocols\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Seating arrangements can be confusing with social distancing COVID protocols in place. Different sized bubbles, the cluster of people you feel comfortable associating with outside your household, can make seating groups difficult and hard to strategize within a digital 3D map. Stadiums are using \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Map Editors\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/mapping/map-editor/\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" to edit their venue maps and achieve maximum efficiency when designing seating arrangements with distancing protocols. Use the draft mode of a Map Editor when visually reconstructing the seating arrangements of an arena to try out different layout combinations and pre-plan layout changes without compromising any live data. Communicate blocked-off sections to ticket distributors to ensure the new seating layout and ticket sales coordinate with each other. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"4. Mobile Food and Drink Ordering\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Have you ever missed part of a concert or game waiting in line? Stadiums are looking to solve this irritating problem through mobile ordering. Stadiums are administering QR codes that can be scanned and linked to external websites like a restaurant's online menu or an online store for an artist or team’s merchandise. QR codes or stadium apps can enable the mobile ordering of food and drink, right from your seat. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Tampa Bay Lightning’s home stadium\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.nhl.com/lightning/news/lightning-launch-new-mobile-app-for-fans/c-743544\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\", The Amalie Arena, has created an app where users can pay for concessions and merchandise, search for other events, and opt for upgrades and experiences. Stadiums want to ensure you catch 100% of the game or concert. Using blue dot technology, fans can purchase food and drinks from the closest vendor and have them delivered right to your seat. Implement pre-ordering for in-seat delivery to guarantee visitors get what they are craving, right when they want it. This cashless transaction minimizes staff contact and improves the speed of service, allowing visitors to avoid keypads and touchscreens.\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"5. Fan Engagement App\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Live stream chats have created a community of people invested in a game, sharing their thoughts and opinions while all the action is happening. Arenas and stadiums want to bring this experience to in-person games as well. Missed a play? Check the fan engagement app to see what people are saying and find out what you missed. A fan engagement app can allow visitors to check the stats of their favourite team and most beloved players while getting alerts of when the game is starting. Offer personalized deals and discounts that fans at home don’t have access to, to promote the future purchasing of tickets. Make fans a part of the game. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Promote hashtags for people to post pictures and thoughts within the app and showcase some on the big screen, creating an immersive experience for everyone. 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With the aid of cameras strategically placed throughout the stadium, you can recreate and replay a 3D recreation of questionable gameplays. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Stadiums are implementing technology that can \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"generate and replay full 3D recreations of game plays\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://arvrjourney.com/all-the-ways-augmented-reality-and-virtual-reality-are-shaping-sports-1c01c1f89fb\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" with precision and use it for on-field ruling and goal-line accuracy. Stadiums are using AR to help with practices as well. 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Where are your seats again? \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Digital maps make this experience easy for fans by allowing them to plot this journey on-site or ahead of time. Along with providing helpful directions to their visitors, venues can also provide them with up-to-date parking information such as pricing, occupancy, restrictions, rideshare lots, and more. Integrated stadium applications that include ticketing, venue information, and interactive maps might even take the experience a step further by suggesting which parking lot is closest to the recommended entrance gate so that fans can quickly find their seats. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"2hhhBWoIgehcagFOrLKwjO\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"heading-2\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"2. 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Reduced wait times\",\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"bold\"}],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"The game has begun and you’re in your seat. The crowd is full of energy and your team is winning! But wait, you take a minute in all of the excitement and realize that you’re starving. Or your friend is thirsty. Or your kid needs to use the washroom. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Digital maps are easy to access and can be deployed across different device types such as web, mobile, or touchscreen directories. The search functionality on a digital map allows fans to locate general amenities (e.g. washroom, merchandise) or specific products (e.g. pizza slice, baseball hat) so that precious game time minutes aren’t wasted in a multi-floor search. 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Or, for fans that can’t bear to miss a moment of the game, food can be pre-ordered for pick-up or even delivered right to your seat, like at \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Levi’s Stadium\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.businessinsider.com/review-49ers-levis-stadium-food-delivery-app-2015-9\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\".\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\",\"content\":[],\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"6MJFcOG3rHwhKwROHu7MPr\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"Stadiums can use technology to enhance the fan experience in a number of ways, but at the core, fans want a seamless trip to see their team play which is why a \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"digital map can be so valuable\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/blog/product/indoor-mapping/the-importance-of-a-digital-indoor-map\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" in providing important information and easy-to-follow directions. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"To learn more about Mappedin's indoor mapping solutions for stadiums and arenas, \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}},{\"nodeType\":\"hyperlink\",\"content\":[{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\"visit our website\",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{\"uri\":\"https://www.mappedin.com/verticals/stadiums\"}},{\"nodeType\":\"text\",\"value\":\" or contact us today. \",\"marks\":[],\"data\":{}}],\"data\":{}}]}"},"articleType":"Article","image":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3333333333333333,"src":"//images.ctfassets.net/wdjnw2prxlw8/6MJFcOG3rHwhKwROHu7MPr/20f3a37eb8d92b61202df09de050ed0c/snow-cone.jpg?w=480&q=50","srcSet":"//images.ctfassets.net/wdjnw2prxlw8/6MJFcOG3rHwhKwROHu7MPr/20f3a37eb8d92b61202df09de050ed0c/snow-cone.jpg?w=120&h=90&q=50 120w,\n//images.ctfassets.net/wdjnw2prxlw8/6MJFcOG3rHwhKwROHu7MPr/20f3a37eb8d92b61202df09de050ed0c/snow-cone.jpg?w=240&h=180&q=50 240w,\n//images.ctfassets.net/wdjnw2prxlw8/6MJFcOG3rHwhKwROHu7MPr/20f3a37eb8d92b61202df09de050ed0c/snow-cone.jpg?w=480&h=360&q=50 480w,\n//images.ctfassets.net/wdjnw2prxlw8/6MJFcOG3rHwhKwROHu7MPr/20f3a37eb8d92b61202df09de050ed0c/snow-cone.jpg?w=720&h=540&q=50 720w,\n//images.ctfassets.net/wdjnw2prxlw8/6MJFcOG3rHwhKwROHu7MPr/20f3a37eb8d92b61202df09de050ed0c/snow-cone.jpg?w=960&h=720&q=50 960w,\n//images.ctfassets.net/wdjnw2prxlw8/6MJFcOG3rHwhKwROHu7MPr/20f3a37eb8d92b61202df09de050ed0c/snow-cone.jpg?w=1200&h=900&q=50 1200w","sizes":"(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px"}}}},{"title":"Guide to Maintaining Digital Stadium Maps","slug":"guide-to-maintaining-digital-stadium-maps","content":{"__typename":"ContentfulBlogPost","author":"Lucy Bragg","publishDate":"Mar 16, 2021","updatedAt":"Jan 10, 2022","tags":{"category":{"name":"Use Cases","slug":"use-cases"},"topic":{"name":"Stadiums","slug":"stadiums"}},"content":{"raw":"{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Stadiums and arenas are constantly changing to account for a wide range of events, from sports games to concerts. 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We start by turning your 2D floorplans into a 3D interactive map of your stadium.\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"A digital map not only provides important information and simple directions but with accurate and easy-to-maintain location data, stadiums can layer additional experiences such as parking and wait-time software, in-seat experiences, push-notifications, proximity marketing and more. 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You can decide who is responsible for editing location data, altering the physical structure of your venue, pulling usage reports and analytics, and more- all from one tool! 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With simple drag-and-drop tools, you can easily add temporary vendors to your map so visitors are aware of the full offering at your stadium. Hot dog, ice cream, or beer carts, for example, can be quickly added, relocated, and deleted. These changes are reflected on the maps in real-time so that visitors can effortlessly locate and purchase from your services and amenities. \",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{\"target\":{\"sys\":{\"id\":\"46DsGoTblFzAwdGBbFasDH\",\"type\":\"Link\",\"linkType\":\"Asset\"}}},\"content\":[],\"nodeType\":\"embedded-asset-block\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"Update Location Statuses In Real-time\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"heading-3\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[{\"type\":\"italic\"}],\"value\":\"“What if a washroom is temporarily closed in my stadium?”\",\"nodeType\":\"text\"}],\"nodeType\":\"paragraph\"},{\"data\":{},\"content\":[{\"data\":{},\"marks\":[],\"value\":\"With our platform, you can update the status of various amenities at your stadium or arena with ease. In the event that a washroom temporarily closes for cleaning or a concession stand closes for the night, you can keep your guests up to date with real-time updates. Simply select the location and change its status to “Closed”. When your services are back up-and-running, let guests know with the click of a button. 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