Industry Insights
Field notes and practical guides from the tickts desk, filed under industry insights.
Industry Insights
271 guidesHow Contactless Entry Is Changing UK Events
Contactless entry systems are transforming how attendees get into UK events. From QR codes to NFC taps…
The Future Business Models for Live Events
How the live events business is evolving, from hybrid formats and subscription models to data-driven personalisation and the emerging revenue streams that will shape…
How Private Equity Is Changing Live Entertainment
The growing influence of private equity in the UK live entertainment sector, what it means for venues, festivals, and artists…
The Rise of Subscription-Based Event Models
Subscription models are emerging in the UK events market, offering regular access to events for a recurring fee.
Local Authority Funding Cuts and Community Events
As council budgets shrink, community events across the UK are losing funding and support. What does this mean for local cultural life?
How to Value an Events Business
A guide to valuing events businesses in the UK, covering the key metrics, valuation methodologies…
How Community Ownership Models Could Save Venues
As venues close across the UK, community ownership offers an alternative. We explore how community buyouts and cooperative models could preserve vital cultural spaces.
The Impact of Visa Changes on International Acts
Visa and immigration policy changes are affecting which international artists can perform in the UK and what it costs to bring them here.
The Cost Structure of Running a Festival
A detailed breakdown of the costs involved in running a UK music festival, from artist fees and site infrastructure to licensing, insurance…
The East Anglian Events and Festival Scene
East Anglia may not be the first region that comes to mind for events, but Norfolk, Suffolk…
The Future of Event Partnerships
Partnerships between events, brands, and communities are evolving. We explore how new models of collaboration could shape UK events going forward.
How Dynamic Pricing Works Commercially
The commercial mechanics of dynamic pricing in the events industry -- how it works, where it is used…
