Industry Insights
Field notes and practical guides from the tickts desk, filed under industry insights.
Industry Insights
271 guidesThe Economics of Food and Drink at Events
An inside look at how food and drink operations work at UK events…
How RFID Wristbands Work at Festivals
RFID wristbands have become standard at major UK festivals. Here is how the technology actually works…
How Event Security Companies Operate
The commercial realities of providing security for live events in the UK, from SIA licensing requirements and staffing models to pricing and risk management.
The Rise of Micro Events and Intimate Experiences
Smaller, more personal events are gaining ground across the UK. We explore why micro events might represent the future of live experiences.
How Birmingham's Events Scene Is Growing
Birmingham's events scene is experiencing a period of genuine growth and ambition.
The Business of Event Production
How event production companies work, what they charge, and the commercial realities of delivering sound, lighting, staging, and technical infrastructure for live events.
The Role of Live Streaming in Hybrid Events
Hybrid events combine in-person attendance with live streaming for remote audiences. Here is what UK organisers need to know about making live streaming work…
How Urbanisation Affects Event Spaces
As UK cities grow and densify, the spaces available for events are changing. Urban development brings both challenges and creative opportunities for organisers.
How to Travel to Events Sustainably
Practical tips for reducing the carbon footprint of your journey to events, covering public transport, car-sharing, cycling, and more.
The Business Model of Music Festivals
How UK music festivals generate revenue, manage costs, and balance artistic ambition with commercial reality across a challenging operating environment.
How Data Analytics Is Helping Organisers Sell More Tickets
Data analytics is giving event organisers clearer insight into who buys tickets, when they buy, and what persuades them.
The Role of Promoters in the Events Industry
What promoters actually do, how they make money, and why they remain essential to the UK live events ecosystem despite the rise of direct-to-fan…
