With the recent explosion of stadiums deploying new technology in just about every phase of venue operations, it’s easy to get caught up in the idea that technology alone can help solve multiple game-day pain points. But one thing struck me as I visited several stadiums this year, watching closely how fans interact with new […]
Titans tap Verizon, Wicket for facial authentication entry at Nissan Stadium
Another NFL team is testing out the use of facial authentication technology to speed up stadium entry, with the Tennessee Titans’ launch of a system from Verizon and software startup Wicket this football season at Nissan Stadium in Nashville. Called “Express Entry,” the system is being used in conjunction with walk-through security scanners from Evolv, […]
Survey says: Cashierless concessions are top priority for venues in 2024
In our third annual Stadium Connectivity Outlook survey, respondents pinpointed cashierless concession technology as their top initiative for the next 12 months, making it a tactical element in a broader strategy to increase revenues and decrease costs. Because the new types of cashierless stands often reduce the need for personnel to operate them, it’s possible […]
Save the date! Join us and Verizon for a webinar on Stadium Connectivity Outlook survey results, Nov. 8
While we put the finishing touches on our white paper and results from this year’s Stadium Connectivity Outlook survey, you can register right now for a webinar on Wednesday, Nov. 8 (1 pm ET) that will not only discuss the survey findings but will also add in some expert commentary from all sides of the […]
Checkout-free stadium concession stands: Where they are
As the final data set for our charting the checkout-free concession stand revolution report here is our list of where all the stadium-specific checkout-free concession stands are located, with the number of stands at each venue and the technology provider for each location. As always, any corrections, additions or other field observations welcome! This list […]
Phillies keep MLB’s facial-authentication ticketing system in use for playoffs
The Philadelphia Phillies are continuing to use a trial deployment of facial-authentication technology for ticket verification at Citizens Bank Park as the team progresses through the playoffs, according to Major League Baseball. The system, deployed by MLB at the stadium in August this year, requires fans to pre-register by uploading a selfie through MLB’s Ballpark […]
