Planning Temporary Internet and Event WiFi
Event WiFi is notoriously difficult to get right. Even the most technically-savvy companies sometimes find that their temporary internet WiFi services are a letdown at events, which reflects badly on the company hosting the event, and can sometimes even ruin an event. Sometimes providing WiFi for attendees at an event is just an extra draw, but it is not always a novelty. At conferences, for example, the provision of WiFi services is often essential for delegates to work and research, or promote the company holding the event through live press publication and social media.
Of course, no event WiFi providers set out to build a poor connection, it is just that the process is extremely complex. It is not a matter of turning up with the correct equipment, switching it on for the duration of the event, and taking it back again. Providing temporary internet is a complicated network engineering process which depends on a huge number of factors. The estimated usage at any given point, the amount this is likely to fluctuate (and managing this change), the size and architecture of the building or location and conflicting signals all need to be taken into account.
To find an appropriate solution your needs, successful internet providers will consider a number of options. Event WiFi services are generally thought of initially, but a temporary Cloud or 3G connection might be more suitable. You may find one of the following options appropriate for your event:
– Wireless networks can be provided indoors and outdoors (or both simultaneously), across any number of rooms necessary. Or you may want a site-wide WiFi network.
– Press room WiFi services.
– Temporary clouds can be provided for data capture or internet provision.
– Production offices can build a networked extension of an office, complete with server access and VOIP.
Whether you have phone lines or not, a good event IT service provider will be able to deliver a first class wired or wireless network which is reliable and tailored to your needs. They should be able to offer temporary ADSL/ADSL2+ broadband which can provide WiFi and Clouds, plug-and-play 3G bonded routers, and Point to Point connections for a completely robust connection.
Perhaps you require equipment for your event. Your internet providers should be able to supply essential IT equipment. If you require laptops, PCs, Macs, routers, printers of VOIP telephones just ask.
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