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05/22/2026

Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing Memorial Day weekend as we take time to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

We're grateful for their courage, dedication, and sacrifice. ❤️🤍💙

05/21/2026

Immersive pharma and med-device launches don't have to come with compliance headaches.

From LED walls and hybrid experiences to session tracking and locked-down content control, the right event technology can create engaging experiences while keeping regulatory requirements front and center.

In our latest blog, we break down how AV, IT, and registration systems work together to support compliant, high-impact product launches.

Read more: https://thesmartsource.com/resources/articles/plan-pharmaceutical-product-launches-without-regulatory-headaches/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=facebook_page&utm_medium=The%20SmartSource

05/20/2026

We're proud to support the 2026 Hollywood Climate Summit as a technology sponsor.

This event is bringing together professionals from entertainment, media, gaming, journalism, marketing, philanthropy, and beyond to spark real conversations and action on climate impact.

SmartSource is providing AV and technology support to power the experience, and we're excited to play a small role in helping these important conversations take place.

We especially love that this partnership started through simple outreach and a shared goal: using technology to help create meaningful experiences and stronger collaboration.

Looking forward to supporting an incredible community of creators, storytellers, and changemakers in Los Angeles this year.

https://www.hollywoodclimatesummit.com/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=facebook_page&utm_medium=The%20SmartSource

05/20/2026

Staffing agencies move fast — but managing contractor technology can slow everything down.

From rapid laptop deployment and custom device configuration to asset tracking, compliance, and ongoing support, technology logistics have become a major operational challenge for staffing firms.

In our latest blog, we break down the real technology challenges agencies face today and how the right partner can simplify the entire process.

Read more: https://thesmartsource.com/resources/articles/the-real-technology-challenges-staffing-agencies-face-and-how-to-solve-them/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=facebook_page&utm_medium=The%20SmartSource

05/15/2026

PROBLEM SOLVED: Creating a more modern hospitality experience without adding friction for attendees.

Instead of relying on printed menus or having guests wait until they reached the bar to see options, our client leveraged our 1.8mm LED poster displays to showcase beverage and menu information ahead of the service area.

The result? A cleaner, more elevated guest experience that helped attendees make decisions faster, improved flow around the bar, and added a sleek, technology-forward feel to the environment.

Sometimes the right event technology isn't about being flashy — it's about making the experience smoother, smarter, and more engaging for every guest in the space.

05/14/2026

We're proud to support Girls' Voices Now through an in-kind laptop sponsorship for their upcoming programs and initiatives. 💻🎬

Girls' Voices Now empowers the next generation of filmmakers, storytellers, and changemakers by creating pathways into the film and entertainment industry for underrepresented voices across Los Angeles. Through mentorship, filmmaking education, workshops, screenings, and community programming, they help young women build confidence, develop leadership skills, and discover the power of their voice.

What makes this program especially meaningful is that it's completely free for participants, ensuring access and opportunity for young women ages 14–22, regardless of prior experience.

At SmartSource, we believe technology should help create opportunity and amplify voices. We're honored to support a mission helping young women tell meaningful stories and build brighter futures.

A youth development program empowering girls from under-resourced communities to use their voice for positive social change through filmmaking.

05/13/2026

Many trade show booths fall short of creating an experience.

They give your team somewhere to stand, display a logo, and maybe run a demo — but they don't move attendees from casually curious to genuinely engaged. The booths that generate real pipeline are the ones designed like events, with a clear entry moment, a journey through the space, and a memorable exit.

From the technology you use to the way your team interacts with attendees, every detail either works for the visitor experience or against it. And with attendees making a decision in seconds about whether to stop or keep walking, that experience matters more than most companies realize.

Check out our free Booth-to-Event Planning Worksheet to help your team map out the full attendee journey before your next show. Visit our website to read more and download the worksheet.

What is the difference between a tradeshow booth that generates pipeline and one that burns budget? The ones that work are run like events.

05/13/2026

Still using paper sign-in sheets for CME tracking? There's a better way.

Clipboards outside session rooms create bottlenecks, incomplete records, and hours of manual work — all while giving teams very little usable data. For CME and medical education teams managing dozens of meetings, that approach simply doesn't scale.

Modern event technology can automatically track attendance, time-in-seat, session participation, evaluations, and credit eligibility while creating structured, auditable data that supports compliance and improves the attendee experience at the same time.

The real value isn't just faster check-ins. It's having a repeatable, scalable system that helps your team manage CME requirements more confidently across your entire event calendar.

Visit our website to read more about how integrated event technology is changing CME tracking and compliance workflows.

Modern event platforms treat registration, badge printing, and session tracking as connected systems rather than separate tasks. Skip the clipboards, bottlenecks, and illegible handwriting.

05/12/2026

Not all Device as a Service (DaaS) programs are created equal.

A low monthly price might look good upfront, but the real value comes down to the details — things like transparent support pricing, right-sized devices, remote management capabilities, and how well the provider supports the full device lifecycle.

The wrong setup can leave organizations overpaying for equipment, dealing with unclear service terms, or struggling to manage devices once they're out in the field. The right DaaS partner should help your business stay flexible and productive without adding complexity.

Before choosing a provider, it's worth knowing what questions to ask. Visit our website to read more about the most common DaaS pitfalls — and what a stronger DaaS strategy should include.

05/07/2026

Great events don't start on show day—they start with the right conversations. We've put together a free resource to help you prepare: our Pre-Event Conversation Guide featuring 13 essential questions to ask your AV partner before your event begins. From expectations and timelines to technical alignment and onsite support, this guide is designed to help you avoid surprises and set your event up for success. Download it now on our blog.

When your event tech fails onsite, everyone looks at the equipment. That is almost always the wrong place to look. Here is what actually causes onsite failures and the one question that tells you whether your current partner is the risk.

05/06/2026

Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) 2026 is a global moment to recognize the power of connection and the people who make it possible.

At the heart of every meaningful experience is a meeting—where ideas are shared, relationships are built, and impact begins. GMID celebrates the professionals, partners, and organizations who bring those moments to life and drive progress across industries and borders.

This year's theme—Business Events and Exhibitions: The Human Catalyst for Global Growth—highlights the essential role of in-person gatherings in driving economic impact, innovation, and global collaboration, alongside new research from the Events Industry Council and Oxford Economics that reinforces the industry's measurable value worldwide.

Join MPI's free GMID broadcast, Meeting Matters: How our industry thrives on the art of meeting together, a virtual experience designed to educate, inspire, and reconnect our industry while earning up to 8 clock hours.

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