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Insights and updates from the Purple team on guest WiFi, analytics, and venue technology.

What Are the Benefits of WiFi Marketing?

What Are the Benefits of WiFi Marketing?

WiFi marketing is a powerful way to engage with your customers through guest WiFi. By offering guest WiFi, you create an opportunity to collect data, build

23 August 2024
What is OpenRoaming?

What is OpenRoaming?

OpenRoaming allows automatic WiFi connections across different networks. It allows guests to stay connected at places like shopping malls, airports, and large

22 August 2024
MAC Randomization 101

MAC Randomization 101

What is MAC Randomization? A MAC address is a unique identifier assigned to a device's network interface. MAC addresses generally remain constant and allow

22 August 2024
Apple's iOS 18 & macOS 15: The Impact on Public WiFi & How Purple Can Help

Apple's iOS 18 & macOS 15: The Impact on Public WiFi & How Purple Can Help

Future-Proof Your Guest WiFi: Solutions for Apple's Privacy Updates Updated 23rd September 2024 Apple's commitment to user privacy is commendable, but their

20 August 2024
What is Indoor Mapping and Wayfinding?

What is Indoor Mapping and Wayfinding?

Indoor mapping and wayfinding help users find their way through indoor settings like malls, airports, hospitals, and large office buildings. They digitally crea

27 July 2024
Purple becomes a Certified B Corporation

Purple becomes a Certified B Corporation

Purple proudly joins the growing movement of companies using business as a force for good Purple, a leading provider of indoor location services, is delighted

25 July 2024
What is an Indoor Positioning System (IPS)

What is an Indoor Positioning System (IPS)

An Indoor Positioning System (IPS) is used to locate equipment and/or people inside a building. IPS is designed for indoors, while GPS systems are generally use

19 July 2024
How Wayfinding Technology Can Improve Airport Operations

How Wayfinding Technology Can Improve Airport Operations

Wayfinding technology in airports helps passengers navigate airport spaces efficiently. Several components underpin this technology: Digital Signage: Electronic

29 April 2024
Why Airports Need Guest WiFi

Why Airports Need Guest WiFi

Guest WiFi increases customer satisfaction, improves communication, and tech-savvy travelers expect seamless connectivity wherever they go. Offering guest WiFi

24 April 2024
Purple Recognized as a Visionary in Gartner� Magic Quadrant� for Indoor Location Services

Purple Recognized as a Visionary in Gartner� Magic Quadrant� for Indoor Location Services

Company achieves recognition for the third consecutive year Purple, the intelligent spaces company, today announced its recognition as a Visionary in the 2024

4 March 2024
RTLS in the Hospitality Industry

RTLS in the Hospitality Industry

Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS) are advanced technology solutions designed to automatically identify and track the location of objects or people in real time.

21 February 2024
What Is Wayfinding?

What Is Wayfinding?

Wayfinding refers to the methods and processes used to guide people through a physical environment and enhance their understanding and experience of the space.

21 February 2024
Airport Wayfinding

Airport Wayfinding

Airport Wayfinding encompasses the systems and methodologies employed to guide people through an airport efficiently and safely.

21 February 2024
What is WiFi RTLS and How Does It Work?

What is WiFi RTLS and How Does It Work?

RTLS operates by tagging objects or individuals with devices that emit signals. These signals are then captured by a network of receivers that calculate the tag

21 February 2024
What is Asset Tracking?

What is Asset Tracking?

Asset tracking is a method businesses use to keep tabs on their physical assets, such as equipment, vehicles, and inventory. It involves tagging assets

21 February 2024
Real-Time Location Services

Real-Time Location Services

What is a Real-Time Location System (RTLS)? A Real-Time Location System (RTLS) is a technology that identifies and tracks the location of objects and people in

21 February 2024
Healthcare RTLS 101

Healthcare RTLS 101

A Real-Time Location System in healthcare functions by attaching tags or badges to assets, patients, or staff members. These tags communicate with a network of

21 February 2024
Navigating with Ease: How Digital Wayfinding Transforms the Airport Journey

Navigating with Ease: How Digital Wayfinding Transforms the Airport Journey

From Labyrinthine Maze to Stress-Free Stride: Embracing the Digital Wayfinding Revolution Airports, once daunting labyrinths, are embracing a technological

31 January 2024