Pharma / HCP & Patient Education: How to Simplify Complex Medical Content for Maximum Impact
Pharma / HCP & Patient Education: How to Simplify Complex Medical Content for Maximum Impact Educating healthcare professionals (HCPs) and patients is a critical responsibility. But let’s face it—medical content is often dense, technical, and difficult to absorb. Traditional delivery methods like PDFs, static slide decks, and long webinars only add to the challenge. The solution? Shift from passive content delivery to interactive, user-driven experiences. That’s where V-Unite comes in. Why Simplifying Medical Education Matters Whether you’re launching a new drug, sharing clinical guidelines, or improving patient adherence, clarity and engagement are key. Healthcare professionals are busy. Patients are overwhelmed. The quicker they can understand, retain, and act on information—the better the outcomes.But simplifying content doesn’t mean dumbing it down. It means presenting it in a format that works for the audience. V-Unite: A Smarter Way to Educate V-Unite is a virtual engagement platform that transforms complex, static content into interactive, trackable experiences—making it easier for HCPs and patients to consume and engage with information. Here’s how it works: 1. Create a Branded Digital Hub Instead of sending multiple PDFs or directing users to a generic portal, V-Unite allows you to create a custom-branded digital experience. Think of it as a personalized content center that lives online—available on-demand, anytime, anywhere. ✔ HCP-focused portals✔ Patient onboarding hubs✔ Product-specific microsites 2. Use Multimedia to Simplify Concepts V-Unite supports a wide range of content types, including: This multimodal approach allows users to choose how they want to learn—improving engagement and retention. 3. Integrate Gamification for Better Retention V-Unite includes gamified learning tools like quizzes, polls, and badges to keep users engaged. This is particularly useful for: 4. Track Engagement in Real Time One of the biggest challenges with traditional HCP education is knowing what’s working. With V-Unite, you gain access to: Experience Dashboard Monitor user sessions, time spent, content popularity, and overall engagement trends. Learning Dashboard Track completion rates, quiz scores, and course performance by user or content type. These insights allow your team to optimize the content continuously based on real behavior—not assumptions. 5. Ensure Compliance with Secure File Management V-Unite features a built-in file management system to: This means no more email threads or out-of-date decks—just a clean, compliant content environment. V-Unite is already helping pharma teams deliver: The Results ✅ Increased HCP Engagement Healthcare professionals are busy and selective about what they engage with. V-Unite’s interactive learning environment makes it easier for them to digest information quickly, revisit content when needed, and stay connected. ✅ Faster Understanding of Complex Treatments Medical content doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Through explainer videos, infographics, and step-by-step visual guides, V-Unite helps simplify the complex—leading to better recall and faster comprehension. ✅ Improved Patient Adherence For patients, understanding treatment plans and medication use is often a barrier to adherence. V-Unite supports self-guided patient education through multimedia content that’s available on-demand. ✅ More Productive Field Engagements With centralized, always-updated content, field reps and MSLs can spend less time organizing materials and more time having meaningful conversations. ✅ Clear Visibility and ROI Through Analytics Using the Experience Dashboard and Learning Dashboard, your team gains complete insight into how users are interacting with your content. Together, these results translate into smarter campaigns, stronger relationships, and better health outcomes.V-Unite is more than just software—it’s a complete digital engagement ecosystem designed for scalability and simplicity: Ready to Transform HCP & Patient Education? Simplifying complex medical content doesn’t require sacrificing depth. It just requires the right platform. V-Unite helps you deliver immersive, compliant, and effective learning experiences that HCPs and patients actually use—and remember. Book a free demo today and see how V-Unite can help your team simplify education and boost engagement. Blogs & Updates From Orientation to Acceleration: How Proper Onboarding Drives Sales Excellence in Healthcare 5 Tips for Marketing Your Virtual Event in the Digital Space 6 Festive Virtual Event Ideas for the Holiday Season
How V-Unite Helps Pharma, Life Sciences, and Non-Healthcare SMEs Boost Engagement and Performance
How V-Unite Helps Pharma, Life Sciences, and Non-Healthcare SMEs Boost Engagement and Performance In today’s digital landscape, organizations across all sectors are looking for smarter ways to deliver training, onboarding, and marketing content that truly connects. Static PDFs, webinars, and one-way slide decks no longer capture attention—or drive action. That’s why companies are turning to V-Unite, a powerful virtual engagement platform that transforms traditional content into immersive, branded, and interactive digital experiences. Whether you’re in pharma, life sciences, or a non-healthcare SME, V-Unite helps you simplify your tech stack, engage your audience, and track measurable results. Introducing: V-Unite Engagement Solutions Watch how V-Unite empowers organizations to boost employee engagement, accelerate onboarding, and increase productivity through immersive content delivery. Why V-Unite? V-Unite is built for one purpose: to help teams deliver content that performs. With V-Unite, you can: V-Unite for Pharma & Life Sciences In regulated industries, HCP engagement, patient education, and medical training require more than compliance—they demand consistency, interactivity, and actionable insights. With V-Unite, pharma teams can: Result: Increased HCP follow-ups, improved patient adherence, and reduced training gaps across the organization. V-Unite for Non-Healthcare SMEs Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) need employee training and onboarding solutions that are flexible, affordable, and effective—without the bulk of traditional LMS platforms. With V-Unite, SMEs can: Result: Faster onboarding, improved retention, and a more connected employee experience. The V-Unite Difference V-Unite is more than just software—it’s a complete digital engagement ecosystem designed for scalability and simplicity: Popular Use Cases – Where V-Unite Delivers Whether you’re engaging healthcare professionals or training new hires, V-Unite supports a range of applications tailored to both enterprise and mid-sized teams: Use Case Description Virtual Onboarding & Training Deliver structured, branded onboarding paths and skills training Patient Engagement Platforms Educate and onboard patients with multimedia, interactive tools HCP Education Deliver compliance-ready materials to HCPs in trackable, immersive ways Virtual Trade Shows & Conferences Host engaging events with booths, avatars, and live sessions Internal Corporate Events Bring remote teams together for town halls, sales kickoffs, and culture events Marketing & Sales Enablement Equip reps with consistent messaging and on-demand assets that convert See V-Unite in Action Whether you’re onboarding healthcare professionals or training a distributed team, V-Unite helps you create engaging digital content that’s trackable, scalable, and designed for results. Book a free demo today and explore how V-Unite can elevate your training, marketing, and engagement strategy. Blogs & Updates From Orientation to Acceleration: How Proper Onboarding Drives Sales Excellence in Healthcare 5 Tips for Marketing Your Virtual Event in the Digital Space 6 Festive Virtual Event Ideas for the Holiday Season
V-Unite Wins the Spring 2025 Top Performer Award from SourceForge
V-Unite Wins the Spring 2025 Top Performer Award from SourceForge V-Unite is proud to be a winner of the Top Performer award from SourceForge, the world’s largest software reviews and comparison website. May 9, 2025– V-Unite, The best-in-class performance engagement platform, announced today that it has been awarded the Spring 2025 Top Performer Award by SourceForge. SourceForge is the world’s largest B2B software review and comparison website with nearly 20 million in-market B2B software buyers per month. This award recognizes exceptional companies and products with a high volume of recent excellent user reviews that puts them in the top tenth percentile of highly reviewed products on SourceForge. To win the Spring 2025 Top Performer award, each award recipient had to receive enough high-rated user reviews to place the winning product in the top 10% of favorably reviewed products out of the 100,000 products on SourceForge, which demonstrates the utmost quality that V-Unite delivers to customers. Stephen Handisides: “At V-Unite, we’re excited to accept the SourceForge Spring 2025 Top Performer Award. We do our best to provide a best-in-class product, and we’re happy to see our users rewarding us with good reviews. We’re honored to be valued by our customers and to be recognized by SourceForge . This award reflects our commitment to building meaningful engagement experiences that go beyond basic content delivery. V-Unite empowers teams across industries—especially in pharma, healthcare, and fast-growing companies—to turn training, onboarding, and education into immersive, measurable, and interactive journeys. Being named a Top Performer by SourceForge validates the work our team has put in to simplify digital engagement, drive performance, and deliver lasting impact for our clients. We’re proud to be setting a new standard in how content is experienced. About V-Unite V-Unite is a performance engagement platform that helps organizations turn static content into branded, interactive experiences designed to drive real results. Serving industries like pharma, healthcare, and fast-growing businesses, V-Unite supports HCP engagement, onboarding, and training with tools like gamification, analytics, and centralized content hubs. V-Unite’s mission is to simplify content delivery while improving engagement, retention, and performance—without the complexity of traditional LMS platforms. About SourceForge SourceForge.net is the world’s largest B2B software comparison directory, serving nearly 20 million users every month and featuring user reviews, product comparisons, software guides, and more. SourceForge features over 105,000 B2B software products across 4000 B2B software categories. SourceForge’s mission is to help businesses find the best software to fit their needs and their budget. There are a variety of software tools available to businesses, and there are tools in almost every category and niche, each serving a slightly different purpose. Blogs & Updates From Orientation to Acceleration: How Proper Onboarding Drives Sales Excellence in Healthcare 5 Tips for Marketing Your Virtual Event in the Digital Space 6 Festive Virtual Event Ideas for the Holiday Season
Meet V-Unite: The Performance Engagement Platform That Drives Results
Meet V-Unite: The Performance Engagement Platform That Drives Results In today’s content-heavy world, most platforms stop at delivery. But content that doesn’t connect—doesn’t convert. V-Unite is an immersive performance engagement platform that helps organizations turn static content into branded, interactive experiences designed to drive real results. Whether you’re educating healthcare professionals, onboarding new team members, or training remote staff, V-Unite makes sure your content doesn’t just get delivered—it gets experienced. Why V-Unite? We’ve only just touched on some of the benefits of hosting a virtual event. Let’s do a deep dive into how virtual events and experiences can help your business in the long run.Traditional formats—like PDFs, webinars, and slide decks—simply don’t hold attention anymore. V-Unite was created to close the engagement gap by helping companies: Track real-time engagement and optimize based on data Who Is It For? V-Unite is trusted by clients across industries—especially: Real Results. Real Impact From pharma teams improving post-conference follow-ups by 20%…To small businesses cutting onboarding time in half… V-Unite is proving that when content is designed for engagement, performance follows. Built for Simplicity. Backed by Data. You don’t need 5 tools to manage one experience. With V-Unite, you can: Empower your team with engagement insights they can act on Ready to See It in Action? Your content deserves more than clicks—it deserves connection. Book a demo and see how V-Unite can help your team engage smarter and perform better. Blogs & Updates From Orientation to Acceleration: How Proper Onboarding Drives Sales Excellence in Healthcare 5 Tips for Marketing Your Virtual Event in the Digital Space 6 Festive Virtual Event Ideas for the Holiday Season
8 Benefits of Hosting A Virtual Event
8 Benefits of Hosting A Virtual Event 2020 has taught us the importance of being able to find alternate solutions to move forward when things don’t go as planned. One of the major changes that businesses have had to deal with is the loss of live and face-to-face meetings. The solution? To host a virtual event. Over the years, virtual events and experiences have slowly started to become the new way of doing business. Now more than ever, companies have been looking toward virtual solutions to continue their training, conferences, trade shows and even onboarding new employees. As we start heading towards a more digital world, virtual events and virtual conferences can be a great solution to bringing people together cost-effectively and conveniently. While face-to-face meetings will eventually come back, virtual events and experiences will help so many companies, employees and clients to be a part of an important event if they cannot make a flight or have to be mindful of their travel budget that year. 8 Advantages of Hosting A Virtual Event We’ve only just touched on some of the benefits of hosting a virtual event. Let’s do a deep dive into how virtual events and experiences can help your business in the long run. 1. Cost effective Hosting a virtual event might help your business to save money due to the reduced cost of putting on the event. When going virtual, you can save money on staff, setup and take down costs, hotels, travel, meals and so much more. Companies have found virtual events to be 75% less expensive overall. The only cost you have is the event platform you choose to go with and any additional features to enhance the over virtual event experience. 2. Saves time Virtual events save the host time by eliminating the process of researching and choosing vendors for meals, hotels and travel logistics. Planners can then focus on booking their speakers as well as creating and designing the virtual experience for the attendees. On the other hand, attendees are also able to save time that they would otherwise spend on travel for the event if it’s held in another country. All that is required is a stable internet connection and attendees can log on from anywhere. 3. Reach a wider and larger audience Who wouldn’t want the ability to reach an unlimited audience? Say goodbye to worrying about audience capacity at a venue because with virtual events, your reach just got a lot wider. Without this capacity limitation, your event can be attended by anyone who has an internet connection. With a good internet connection, you can reach about 100,000 people. The networking opportunities are endless! 4. Global reach Not only can you reach an audience who is sitting across the country but you might even pique the interest of potential attendees from across the globe with your virtual event. Imagine the possibilities that come with this wide reach! With the added bonus of being able to attend from home, you’re about to get a lot more sign-ups for your event. 5. Event data and feedback From attendees having to register online, you can collect information that can help you improve and plan your future events. You can see how many people attended the event, what their engagement and activity was, who they were most interested in listening to and more. Measuring the engagement of your attendees is a great way to ensure success for your future events since you are able to truly understand what your audience is looking for and cater future experiences towards their interests. 6. Innovative experience Virtual events are still a new phenomenon and companies are still figuring out the best way to host events. You have the opportunity to be the most innovative company out there and wow your clients with your event. Your business can create a special and personalized feel to your event and improve the networking ability of your attendees. With various virtual event platform features , you can theme your events by hosting a wine tasting and sending wine to your attendees, add a cool space theme element to your conference or customize your offices to really make your meeting or event have a unique touch. 7. Enhances value to sponsors and exhibitors There is so much value that comes out of virtual events, especially when it comes to sponsors and exhibitors. Why? Because sponsors and exhibitors are able to collect data on who visited their booths, what attendees were interested in learning about, how many times someone looked into their products and so much more. 8. Flexible and convenient You can’t beat the flexibility of logging on from anywhere, even if you’re relaxing at the beach! Your audience will love the fact that they can sign on from the comfort of their couches. Additionally, they are also able to save on costs and time that usually comes with commuting to an event. Ready to Host Your Next Virtual Event? With so many advantages to hosting virtual events, giving this innovative solution a shot is a no-brainer. As you come up with strategies on how to incorporate virtual meetings and events, you are taking strides in improving your employees’, clients’ and your target audiences’ experiences. Let’s start planning your virtual event today! Host high-quality virtual events, conferences or trade shows. No matter the size of business or the type of organization, V-Unite provides a complete virtual interface for engagement and collaboration. 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Ultimate Guide to Hosting Successful Virtual Events
Ultimate Guide to Hosting Successful Virtual Events The rise of technology has opened so many doors. The biggest door it has opened for us is the door to the virtual world. With the pandemic affecting live meetings and events, moving online to virtual events has been the solution to continue training, daily meetings and even hosting employee morale-building workshops. It’s no doubt virtual events have taken center stage lately. Which brings us to the big question, “How do we host a successful virtual event?” Our answer? We have the ultimate virtual event guide ready for you. Just like planning a regular in-person event, the most important aspect of planning a virtual event is figuring out how to successfully keep your audience engaged. Whether it’s having inspirational speakers or an exciting performance, there are a couple of things to keep in mind when planning and executing a virtual event. Ultimate Guide to Hosting A Successful Virtual Event There are a few important tips to keep in mind to ensure the event runs smoothly. Follow along for the ultimate virtual event guide to hosting a successful virtual event – whether it is a conference, trade show, meeting or training. Before the Virtual Event 1. Choose the most relevant platform The first step in planning a virtual event is choosing the right virtual event platform. Your event might need certain features that one platform does better than others. Your audience needs to know how they will log in and any information that will help them sign on easily. They also need to know if they need to download an app or other software to attend the event. It’s important to choose this platform carefully as not every platform works for every event. For example, you may choose Instagram Live for hosting interviews or briefings, or for larger events, Zoom or Teams. There is also engaging software that provides animations and avatars to make your event more unique and personalized. 2. Pick the right time Taking a little extra time to research the most appropriate time to host your virtual event is important. You need to keep in mind important holidays and that there are no other big events coinciding with your event. You also need to consider when your audience will be able to log on and enjoy the event. If you’re hosting a global event, it could be a good idea to go through your analytics to see what is the most popular time is for your community to be online and engaged. You can even conduct a survey to gauge the best time from prospective attendees. This is extremely important to make sure you get the attendance you need for the event. 3. Marketing is your best friend You need to start putting the word out there, ASAP. Use all the appropriate tools and online channels to market your event and spread the word to your target audience. Let your potential attendees know about the key speakers, performances, networking opportunities and everything else they will gain from attending the event. There are so many ways to market to your audience but you need to take a strategic approach when doing so. You will need to entice your target audience and show them what value you are providing at the event. Using social media channels, online videos, and other social platforms are a great way to market your event to a large audience at a relatively low cost. 4. Make sure to register your audience It’s helpful for you to start registering your audience before the virtual event. Not only to collect their information but to keep them updated on speakers and other information leading up to the conference. This is a great way to start engaging attendees and get them excited for the upcoming event. Additionally, your audience will be able to see information on other members which could facilitate networking opportunities during the virtual event. Allow for attendees to set up profiles to everyone can learn about others before the event. 5. Plan on keeping your attendees engaged How you will keep your attendees engaged the most important step in the planning process. This is what will drive success. Make sure you have networking opportunities available such as breakout rooms, engaging speakers with live Q&As and anything else that will provide value to your guests. Your guests want to feel like they are learning and gaining something enriching from this meeting. With gamification features and other engagement tools provided by a virtual event software like V-Unite , you can keep your feel involved at the event. 6. Send a reminder People forget. Everyone has a million things going on and might not remember certain events until it’s too late. To combat this issue, schedule a reminder email that attendees can add to their calendar to make sure they know when they need to attend when the virtual event goes live. During the Virtual Event 1. Create a social ambiance Keep your audience engaged and encourage participation and networking opportunities among attendees. You can create dynamic live polls, Q&A sessions or even set up interactive group sessions for participants to share their ideas and chat with one another. The more engaged and social the attendees are, the more they will interact at your event ensuring a successful event overall. 2. Keep privacy intact It’s important to keep your virtual event’s and your attendees’ privacy intact and safe as you collect information and data. Make sure you have the proper encryption and safety features setup and that the software is tested and double-checked before going live. Your platform should be extremely secure before you have people sign on. Additionally, only collect data from attendees that you really need for the event. 3. Prepare for any kind of tech-related hiccups The keyword here is to be prepared. Tech-related issues can always come up and it’s often hard to predict when glitches might happen. To make sure you are on top of things
Here’s How You Can Make Money Hosting Your Next Virtual Event
Here’s How You Can Make Money Hosting Your Next Virtual Event Here’s a fun fact – virtual events CAN drive revenue. With the rise of virtual events bringing people together, various virtual conferences, trade shows, meetings, training sessions and other experiences have proven to be the best way to educate, connect and provide networking opportunities for clients and employees. If you’re a company that has just tapped into the virtual event space, now is a great opportunity to monetize on your online platforms as you adapt to the ever changing business climate. We all know that planning a virtual event is no easy matter. Just because the event is online doesn’t mean that you can let things slide. After all, you’re still trying to impress clients and show your audience you value their time and investment. Another great result that comes from a virtual event is revenue, and if done right, you can make a hefty profit when hosting virtual events. How To Make Money When Hosting A Virtual Event – 6 Tips If you’re ready to host a virtual conference or event, here are some helpful ideas on how you can make revenue with your virtual event. 1. Charge for event access As you host a conference or event with notable speakers and engagement activities, you can and should charge per ticket for your audience to access the event. You have put in so much work to plan the event so why should you give it away for free? Additionally, guests are also more likely to attend an event if they have paid for it making it open to serious attendees only. This helps to keep your numbers more accurate as you continue to plan your event. Pro tip: To figure out the ticket price, make sure that it covers your overhead costs and that you will end up making a profit! Analyze your audience and what you are offering at the event to figure out the budget and what you think your attendees will be willing to pay for the ticket. 2. Tier ticket options Depending on your event, you can offer different experiences for each tier of attendees. You can prove basic content to the least expensive tier and the most content for the most expensive tiers. You can offer extra content or other access and exclusive deals after the event. Pro tip: Split your options into 3 tiers where you offer a regular experience with general access, a VIP experience where your audience can have more features or more access to the speakers and an all-access pass where your audience can have the full experience. This tier could also have exclusive on-demand content access for a limited time as well. 3. Video-On-Demand Jumping off the previous idea, you can charge attendees an extra fee for them to be able to access video-on-demand after the event. This is a great way for your audience to be able to attend or view the event at a convenient time for them. Video-on-demand is also a great way to allow attendees that were unable to attend, be able to view your content. Pro tip: You get to control who has access to content and how much they can view. Therefore, you are able to control the pricing model accordingly. 4. Sponsorships Sponsorships are a great way to make some revenue from your virtual event. Advertisers and marketers love to be in front of their target audience. They will also be more open to collaborating with your brand if your audience and brand aligns with theirs. Use this as an opportunity to get paid for these companies to sponsor your event. Pro tip: It’s important to make them see the value in sponsoring your event so treat them with care and thank them before AND after your event! 5. Earn affiliate commission When you offer demos for your software or products, it might be a good idea to sign up for their affiliate program to earn commission. When you’re part of an affiliate program, you will get a unique link to use during your event when you are promoting them. If an attendee buys or registers anything from the affiliate companies, you earn a commission. It’s a win-win! Pro tip: Research the most relevant affiliate programs for your platform. These links should compliment your software or provide extra value when purchased. 6. Upsell during the virtual event During your event, you want to make sure you are selling your product to your audience. Whether it’s special add-ons to your software, a package bundle, online courses or access to products before they launch in the market, you can and should expand your bottom line by having these products and services for sale at the event. Pro tip: Get your attendees excited about these products and how it will help them in their work and business. This in turn will also help convert your attendees into loyal customers in the future. Drive Success with Your Virtual Event Virtual events are here to stay. While in-person events will start coming back, we will continue to have the element of signing on virtually moving forward As you gear up for event season, you need to gauge the business climate and make sure you are not missing out on reaching potential customers. With the virtual element, the possibilities of reaching a wide audience are endless. We hope these quick tips will help you start making revenue and get you in the full swing of planning your next virtual event! Host high-quality virtual events, conferences or trade shows. No matter the size of business or the type of organization, V-Unite provides a complete virtual interface for engagement and collaboration. SCHEDUE DEMO Blogs & Updates From Orientation to Acceleration: How Proper Onboarding Drives Sales Excellence in Healthcare 5 Tips for Marketing Your Virtual Event in the Digital Space 6 Festive Virtual Event Ideas for the Holiday Season
Virtual Events 101
Virtual Events 101 What is a virtual event? You may be seeing virtual events popping up all around you lately. Before you ask the question “How can I create a virtual event?” you may want to understand what a virtual event really is. Over the past year we are no longer strangers to the term “virtual”. With so many businesses having to shift to remote work and host virtual meetings and training, we have all slowly adapted to incorporating the virtual world in business. A virtual event is an event that is held online where a virtual event platform replaces the physical location. This means that one will attend the event from any location they choose via their chosen device as opposed to attending a physical event. With virtual events, the possibilities to reach a vast audience as endless. Virtual events has given businesses more opportunity to connect with their audience. There are other benefits of hosting an event virtually including the ability for guests to be attending from anywhere in the world. With travel times reduced, people no longer have to worry about time difference or commuting across the country or world for an event. Additionally, costs associated with travel are also reduced due to the ease of accessibility. A virtual event also allows for teams to stay connected and collaborate in a similar fashion of being physically in a room together. Where do I host a virtual event? Where you choose to host your event will determine how you plan your event. It is extremely important that you choose a virtual event platform that will best suit your needs. In the process of choosing a platform, you may want to consider factors such as accessibility, privacy and data security, and functions. You want your event to be easy to access and this will depend on your audience of which you are reaching. Additionally, having the right features is also important for the event. The event will need to have features such as gamification, social media integration, ability to have breakout rooms and more to make sure you engage your audience. Attendees will also be looking for networking opportunities which you will need to consider when you plan your virtual event. Something to keep in mind, if your event is targeting an audience that is above 65 they might have limited technological skills. It could be a good idea to choose a platform which doesn’t require complicated downloads and installations to ensure no one is frustrated and confused when trying to attend the event. How do I plan my virtual event? 1. Create a schedule No matter the type or style of event you choose to host, the planning aspect of the event is crucial. Have a schedule leading up to the event and one designed for the event. Decide on factors such as fees, registration and promotions. Once you have decided on what your event is and how your event will run you can create a schedule for the event that outlines the programme. This is a necessary step to stay organized and prepared. You don’t want to be stressed out at the last minute. 2. Timing is key It is important to pick the most appropriate time and date to maximize attendance for your event. Pick dates and times which are most suitable for your audience by considering holidays, time-zones (if your event is global), and competing or similar events. If you struggle with accommodating certain time-zones for your event, consider allowing your audience to access your event content after the live event. This goes back to choosing the right platform for your event. If you want to have on-demand viewing, pick a platform that includes video recordings, that can be played back afterwards. You can also add the ability to download or connect to any content such as files or links relating to the event. 3. Plan for technical difficulties A crucial point to keep in mind. If there is anything we’ve all learnt form our WFH situations over the past year is that having a good and stable internet connection is important, but it still fails from time-to-time. Buttons don’t always work when you click them and other features might have a glitch when you need to use them. While it’s not the end of the world when these things happen, it’s imperative you plan to have backup solution. The event should also have a live help booth or a help chat feature incase your attendees run into problems. These booths are great for you to be in the know of whether everything is running smoothly and helpful if you need to step in. 4. Attendee engagement Keeping your attendees engaged and entertained is the most important thing. You will want your event to be engaging to your audience. You need to make sure they are busy! There is nothing worse than sitting in front of your screen being bored, so make sure you plan the event with ways to engage your attendees. You can do this by physically involving your audience in answering live polls or participating in break out rooms. Your audience is attending your event for a reason and you need to show them the value your event provides to them. Working remotely has become the new normal. We can conclude that having meetings and events digitally is a concept that is is here to stay. Now is the time to wow your clients with your innovative solutions. Virtual events are the best way to start doing just that. Host high-quality virtual events, conferences or trade shows. No matter the size of business or the type of organization, V-Unite provides a complete virtual interface for engagement and collaboration. 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V-Unite Is Named One of the Best Virtual Platforms of 2021
V-Unite Is Named One of the Best Virtual Platforms of 2021 According to Capterra , the leading online resource for business software buyers, V-Unite has been named one of the best virtual event platforms of 2021! Look no further than V-Unite as your virtual event platform for your future events. We have the perfect software for you to design your own branded corporate events. Think trade shows, conferences and even think tank meetings. V-Unite also has bonus features like social media integration, gamification and other add ons to keep your audience engaged. Virtual and hybrid events have become the new norm as more companies become remote. While we have all adapted to the WFH routine, meetings and events don’t need to stop! Networking events, trade shows and other conferences are still important to conduct business and give employees and clients a sense of belonging. Additionally, these events and conferences give the audience the ability to network with their peers. While we all might be craving an in-person event, virtual events are a great solution to continue business. Budgets, time restraints and travel can come in the way when it comes to attending an event. The solution? Finding the right virtual platform that can make you feel like you are at a live event. What is V-Unite? Adaptability! Many successful events now incorporate a digital or online element in their business. Whether it’s streaming content or live chat functionality to facilitate better attendee engagement. Companies are looking at virtual to increase their exposure and revenue by running a series of virtual events throughout the year. As the business climate evolves, it’s important to be proactive and adapt to every situation. That’s how you can set your business up to thrive in any environment. The pandemic has affected so many live events, conferences and even training and sales meetings. Why not overcome this obstacle and set up virtual sessions that can make your employees and clients feel like they are almost at a ‘live’ event? Choosing a Virtual Platform There are tons of benefits of hosting besides engagement at virtual event. Your business has the ability to increase exposure and make revenue with a virtual event. Whatever physical event you are planning, our team can help you create a virtual experience to match without the obvious physical handshake! COST-EFFECTIVE SOLUTION Virtual events are a cost effective solution for all. Without a physical venue and other costs associated with a live event, organizers are able to use their budget elsewhere. Attendees also benefit from travel and hotel cost savings. Not to mention the convenience of being able to attend an event from their homes. TIME & RESOURCE EFFICIENT By their nature, virtual events are time efficient. Not only does it save time for events’ personnel tasked with delivering the event but also for attendees who can save on travel time. Without the issue of time zones, attendees are further able to beat the time that factors into the commute of attending a big event. IMPROVED ATTENDEE ENGAGEMENT It is notable that delegates are far happier to ask questions online than at a live event. Attendees also find meeting other attendees much easier online than walking up to a ‘stranger’ to introduce themselves. The opportunities of networking at a virtual event are endless, thus creating a highly engaging event. ON-DEMAND CONTENT One of the best parts about a virtual event is the ability to share content on-demand after the event. Virtual events can be used alongside a live event, often to create an ‘on-demand’ element where event delegates can revisit the event to gather information, content and resources at a convenient time. Additionally, if a virtual event is created, it can be left ‘on-demand’ to attract those who were unable to attend the original virtual event. V-Unite is a virtual platform like no other .Contact us now to schedule a demo! Host high-quality virtual events, conferences or trade shows. No matter the size of business or the type of organization, V-Unite provides a complete virtual interface for engagement and collaboration. SCHEDUE DEMO Blogs & Updates From Orientation to Acceleration: How Proper Onboarding Drives Sales Excellence in Healthcare 5 Tips for Marketing Your Virtual Event in the Digital Space 6 Festive Virtual Event Ideas for the Holiday Season
10 Effective Ideas to Improve Audience Engagement During a Virtual Event
10 Effective Ideas to Improve Audience Engagement During a Virtual Event We can’t deny the fact that virtual and hybrid events are here to stay. As you plan your agenda of the event event, you need to think about audience engagement throughout the virtual conference. After all, your attendees are probably going be logging on to the event from their couches. Having them completely immersed in your virtual event is your key to success. “It’s important to understand your target audience and how they digest content to give them the best possible experience.” Stephen Handisides CEO of V-Unite. This brings us back to the big question, “With thousands of individuals attending your virtual event, how will you ensure audience engagement throughout virtual event?” Ideas to Improve Audience Engagement During a Virtual Event You need to plan your event accordingly and have some tricks up your sleeve that will ensure that your audience will stay engaged in the virtual experience you provide. Here are some helpful ideas to start thinking about today. 1. Create a theme Go all out and add a theme to your virtual event. Whether you choose an intergalactic theme where you take everyone to space, or opt for a gala dinner to present awards to your employees, setting a theme for the event is an instant crowd pleaser. Think about it. If you choose to do a fun 60s or 90s theme, your attendees will love to use this as an excuse to dress up at home. Attendees will be excited about having to switch up their routine and wear a fun outfit for an event they are attending from home. 2. Social media contest Everybody likes to win prizes! Use social media to your advantage and create a contest that encourages attendees and even prospective attendees to engage and promote the event on social media. We mention prospective attendees as this contest could potentially be a way to attract a wider audience and get them to attend your virtual event. You will be surprised how competitive your attendees will get with these competitions. You also just got an easy boost of awareness around your event. 3. Content. And More Content As you plan your virtual event, you need to make sure you are going to have content that is relevant and important to your audience. Remember, your audience is attending this conference through a screen. You need to make sure they won’t get easily distracted and zone out if they are bored. The content you are providing should be engaging and also thought-provoking so the audience will be intrigued as the event goes on. A good idea could be to have break-out rooms to encourage different types of discussions after each speaker or presentation to continue the conversation. 4. Add gamification features Similar to the social media contest, adding gamification features to your event is another exciting way for the audience to get involved. You could design a leaderboard for the audience to earn points as they move around the virtual platform. Trust us, people get competitive! You can also have interactive games at sponsored booths to help them stay engaged during the event. 5. Live Q&A series If you have live speakers and presentations at your virtual event, it could be a good idea to have a live Q&A session for the audience to get even more involved. Especially for topics that are more complicated or focused on learning, a Q&A session where the audience can then ask questions after or share their feedback, will keep them around until the end. The Q&A sessions also ensure attendees feel involved which boosts engagement in the process. 6. Surprise guests Keeping a little mystery around the event could cause intrigue and have the audience buzzing about who or what the surprise at the event could be. If possible, bring on a notable speaker or a surprise performance by a popular artist to really get the audience engaged and excited! 7. Live entertainment Virtual events can become heavy with speakers and presentations. It could be a good idea to have a “fun” room for the audience to take breaks during the event. Additionally, you could also plan a live performance mid-event to really get the crowd going during the conference. Plan events that may not be too information heavy so your audience does get too overwhelmed before the event ends. 8. Virtual gift bags Depending on if budget prevails, you could send your audience a token of your appreciation with a gift bag related to the event. You can also gift your attendees something they could use during the event. Your audience would then most likely head to the booth where they can use the gift which could get them more engaged around the virtual platform. 9. Networking opportunities One of the main reasons to have trade shows and conferences is for the networking possibilities. Your event should encourage peer to peer networking within your platform. Whether this is through break out rooms or online groups to facilitate chatting, networking capabilities is important. There is a high possibility that your audience is at the event to network with industry leaders and other peers. You need to make sure they are able to connect with other attendees conveniently. 10. Polling series An easy, yet effective way to ensure audience engagement is to have polling series before, after and throughout your event. This will keep the communication lines open and will also keep the feedback coming during the event. Additionally, as you get this feedback, you might be able to make small changes to improve user experience and ensure your audience is staying engaged. Audience Engagement is Important You need to make your audience feel like they are as much part of a ‘live’ event as possible. If your attendees feel like they were able to network with peers from your event, they will keep coming back for more. Now that you have these techniques to consider for your