As you see that mobile solutions are now entering the event and expo, this gave me an idea in future events, and being connected to your staff and team in organizing and managing the event is very important, communication is the key in order to have a successful festivities or expo. And a good example here in using mobile solutions in events is the BlackBerry sponsoring the Expo 2010 Shanghai China.
BlackBerry is the official "Smartphone Project Sponsor" for the Expo 2010 Shanghai China, and this was announced earlier by the Bureau of Shanghai World Expo Coordination that BlackBerry from Research In Motion (Nasdaq: RIMM; TSX: RIM) will be usedc and deployed to all managers and event staff of the event in order to have a better connectivity and communication in leading up the expo. The BlackBerry solutions will give better enhanced communications and it will increase the productivity of each mobile user by using the phone for calls, email, mms, messaging, calendar and other info needs. (more news below)
BlackBerrry smartphones will be equipped with specialized content and a customized office automation apps that has been developed to allow the organizers to approve and process internal request on the go. “The Shanghai World Expo is a signature event in 2010 with worldwide participation and support. This initiative with RIM will significantly elevate our communications and enhance our collaboration and productivity. Our selection of the world-class BlackBerry platform further exemplifies our effort to make a ‘Successful, Splendid and Unforgettable’ Expo.” according to Mr. Chen Xianjin, Deputy Director General of the Bureau of Shanghai World Expo Coordination after the sponsorship by BlackBerry.
“It is a privilege for RIM to be entrusted with this prestigious project by the Bureau of Shanghai World Expo Coordination and it is also a clear recognition of the strength of the BlackBerry solution to deliver unique value to customers. We look forward to contributing to the success of Shanghai World Expo.” comment by Mr. Gregory Shea, Managing Director, China at Research In Motion
