I’ve a bit of experience at deploying wifi to stadiums at sports stadiums. The business model is straightforward:
You offer free wifi access to spectators who otherwise would have trouble getting 3G or 4G access due to the short-term convergence of thousands of other spectators.
In return you capture spectators registration details, which you can subsequently use for marketing purposes. You can also force visitors to a landing page after the login, which can carry advertising. Finally, you can control access to premium event-related sites, like gambling. The venue can prohibit access to betting sites apart from their (paying) betting partner.
This technology has been around for a while but the tools and processes to commercialise it are still relatively new.
Venues across the country are already doing all of the above, but we’re only at the beginning of how sports venues engage with the phone in the hands of their in-stadium spectators. The venues control premium content – like replays of goals or key incidents, which they can use to entice stadium visitors to register, login and view adverts. You can view a goal reply on stadium screens, but this technology would allow you to view incident whenever you want, from whatever camera angle you want – great if you’re stuck at one end of the ground and want to see an incident in the opposite penalty area.
Eventually you will be able to order snacks or buy shirts through the same app you use to view replays. The possibilities are endless: view Benchcam to see who is doing what in the technical area, click on your adjacent Kioskcam to see if there’s a queue before leaving your seat.
Sizing an install is a straightforward process. You start with the capacity of the venue, then estimate what percentage you’ll get to register, then estimate how many will want to access the internet simultaneously, then estimate their average bandwidth requirement.
From that you get an estimate of what throughput your access points need (and where they are needed), what routers you need, and the leased line bandwidth. This exercise has been done in practically every town in the country.
It’s inconceivable # 1
It’s inconceivable that the supplier and customer have not gone through this sizing procedure. There will be email trails confirming the process.
It’s inconceivable # 2
It’s inconceivable that a customer expects 100% of their maximum population to register, login and access the internet simultaneously. Especially so if the customer already had a stadium wifi installation and was aware of visitor login profiles. If they did, their supplier would size accordingly, but this would have been well covered during the preliminary conversations.
It’s inconceivable # 3
The deal Newco Rangers are trying to get out of was signed under then chief executive, Charles Green. Star witness for the plaintiff would surely be the directors from the other side who instructed the deal:
Counsel: “Mr Green, as chief executive of Rangers International did you instruct our clients to install a wifi at Ibrox allowing around 10,000 users to simultaneously access the internet?”
Case closed.
The Association, the Affiliation and the Irish Association, by some distance the three largest supporters organisations, all issued statements condemning those who use pyrotechnics at Celtic games.
It’s difficult for any group of people counted in the tens or hundreds of thousands to self-police over decades. One of the functions which makes this possible is that when self-criticism is needed, it happens. There was no whatabouterry in these statements, no blaming the media, just the straightforward message about what this behaviour is doing to Celtic supporters.
I don’t know if these statements will make any difference (all points were previously known), but the wellbeing of the support depends no strong voices stepping forward at the right time, especially when they can be shouted down.
The 3rd Annual Celtic Supporter’s Féile takes place in Philadelphia from 29th-31st January, including a Tommy Burns Supper for the first time. Events are based at The Plough & Stars, in the Old City section of Philadelphia, where Celtic supporters from all over the world will gather.
There’s live music and radio shows, a book launch and a Q&A with Supporters Liason Officer, John Paul Taylor. $5 from each ticket also goes to the Foundation.
Book tickets for the Tommy Burns Supper here. If you need accommodation, special rates are available at the Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District with passcode: Celtic Group.
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BB if you are prepared to buy tickets last minute ie the day of the performance you can get some good deals. there will be websites offering deals even phone individual theatres and ask about “returns” they are usually discounted, whatever enjoy. H H Hebcelt
BadaBing,
Enjoy your day out in the west end,youl think you didnae like what you saw but you will be hummin it at the sink,well that was the case with me and the blues bros many moons ago.Celticmac covers my post mate
havev a great time
:-)
HH
AN TEARMANN
Thanks for the birthday wishes
HH
Who is this Bersant Celina from Man City?
HH
15mins in we have Brits out followed by Broad Black Brimmer then Go on Home British Soldiers. No Sectarian songs yet and I’m into the 20 min, we’re they are sing Celtic Symphony again
Awe naw.
nae worries keep the redacted reports and songs comin :-)))
HH
http://etims.net/?p=8441
Any arrest been made from the 50,000 singing up to our knees in EBTS?
allegedly some have been made for The BOTOB
i am sure the were askin if the creditors had been paid?
:-)
HH
ah spring,summer,Autumn,winter and ringfencing/letspretend
The 5 scottish seasons
HH
An Tearmann,
Tell me. In what way am I playing a sectarian card? The evidence of Scotland racism is all around us and is currently being played out as part of media silence (carte blanche) on the corruption at the Huns.
Is it sectarian to tell the truth? Or should I not be allowed to tell the truth.
Blind patriotism is often the death of reason. You are suffering badly.
I will have no nationalist try to belittle argument by introducing vague notions of what sectarianism is. And calling me hunlike really is a childlike attempt to dehumanise a political opponent.
If you are going to lecture me on socialism I think you should be very careful. The SNP may claim to be be a cuddly socially we want a fairer society party but their actions (freezing council tax, not putting up taxes etc) betray the lies they speak.
If you want to claim the left wing then at least display some credibility.
It remains astonishing to me that those afflicted by Scotlands racism would wish to be exposed to it unfettered by a nation with a very very poor track record and which has recently passed a law outlawing aspects of Catholicism which it has no intention of repealing that act.
Accusing me of playing the sectarian card is simply an attempt to deflect the debate.
Going on to Pauls leader today I find it a bit rich that Paul wishes to talk about statements from Celtic supporters association when it suits the boards agenda. I don’t remember much debate when the same associations where calling for the resignation of Celtics chairman (which of course Celtic have completely ignored). Hypocracy?
Delaney Dunky, cheers, I remember you saying something about it on Tuesday and was surprised I hadn’t noticed it being sung as I don’t allow it to be played in my house or car.
Saying that though the song did provide me with the funniest thing I’ve ever seen in a Masonic Hall.
16:21Wednesday 13 January 2016
Celtic are thought to be the main suitors for Steven Fletcher, despite the Sunderland striker being linked with a surprise move to China.
Fletcher is out-of-contract at the end of the season and Sunderland have put all talks over a new deal on hold until their fate is known in the relegation battle.
That has prompted surprise speculation over a move to Shanghai Shenhua – the Chinese side who have already signed ex-Chelsea frontman Demba Ba and are hoping to conclude a deal for Newcastle midfielder Cheik Tiote.
However, the Echo understands that long-term admirers Celtic are the main suitors for Fletcher and the Scottish international is equally tempted to play for the SPL champions at some stage of his career.
Celtic were interested in Fletcher – who cost Sunderland £12million three-and-a-half years ago – during the summer, but were unable to match the frontman’s wages.
But the 28-year-old could agree a pre-contract agreement with an overseas team this month – allowing Celtic to sign him on a Bosman deal next summer.
With Sunderland facing that situation, the Black Cats could be tempted to cash-in on Fletcher if they receive a permanent offer this month.
But Danny Graham remains the most likely frontman to depart in the January window, with Dame N’Doye poised to take the ex-Middlesbrough man’s place in Sunderland’s striking ranks.
Read more: http://www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/sunderland-afc/latest-safc-news/safc-match-analysis/celtic-most-likely-move-for-sunderland-striker-despite-china-speculation-1-7673474#ixzz3x8yFaNKO
neganon
“….outlawing aspects of Catholicism…
Which law and when was it passed?
Celtic Mac why our old friend the OB. If you don’t bless yourself the right way you can be arrested for it.
Eddie
Aye that tale sure made me chuckle. :))
Neganon2 there that post sums you up for me you have no- for want of a better word- class. I have no doubt you are an intelligent person but the way /tone of your posts is all wrong. AT’s posts which I may or may not agree with was short, sharp and to the point your response could have been framed better, I will leave others to judge, imho you are your own worst enemy but hey ho what do I know just the ramblings of a teuchter. H H Hebcelt
‘GG
Thanks for that.
I am looking for something that can go wireless that supports both pc and apple products.
That is where I am having the problem as people present things to us and I need an all in one type of presentation tool which can connect over a wireless network as well as wired, as we do not want wires on floors etc and the roof is not an option.
neganon
That is written in the legislation?
Hamiltontim and DD unfortunately that song did indeed get sung. I feel a bit let down from the supporters that chose to sing it.
Stokes off to Hibs?
Hebcelt well at least you make me laugh. I answered AT in exactly the same tone as he decided to post to me. However you don’t like what I say so the “tone” of what I say you believe is different.
But then again life is not a popularity contest.
NegAnon2 you really aren’t still flogging that one. That’s embarrassing mate.
which has recently passed a law outlawing aspects of Catholicism – See more at: http://www.celticquicknews.co.uk/inconceivable-wifi-debate-supporter-statements/comment-page-4/#comments
Im pretty sure the Church would be protesting if this were true.
Celtic Mac well given the vague mess that the act is then no but when the sponsoring minister was debating the act she was asked if it could be illegal to bless yourself then she said yes.
Neg aye right you would fall at the first fence. what about Celtic Mac’s question? Go on shock us and answer it
Neganon2
In rush to point score you’ve completely missed the point paul was making. It’s like you can’t help yourself
Minceyheidman
Because it’s a mixture of devices have a look at Chromecast.
Launched today, Google Maps Virtual Tour of the Dublin 1916 Risings sites.
Narrated by Colin Farrell, worth a look.
https://dublinrising.withgoogle.com/welcome/
Clogher
But then again life is not a popularity contest.
Seriously? Hahahahahahaha
Gentlemen what’s to be embarrassed about? The minister responded when asked and while I am sure you all believe that she surely meant just nutters trying to wind Huns up I would ask you this. Would Artur Boruc now be arrested under the OB act in Scotland (given that the police did investigate him for blessing himself at ibrox in the pre OB days).
Jerry the Catholic Church gave up its right of veto to the bill in return for the SNP promising to keep Catholic schools.
Aggressive blessing…
http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/new-anti-bigotry-crackdown-could-see-1106084
The above brought to you by the same party who tried to enforce fluorescent seat belts,btw.
Celtic40me I was merely pointing out that Paul ignored the Celtic supporter associations when they called for the chairman to leave. But he is happy to quote them when he and the board like what they have to say.
http://mikegarson.com/bowie_final-performance
actually wiped a tear from my eye after watching this, maybe the finality of it, rest in peace star man.
An Tearmann at 16.04
Post of the year so far, well, of those I’ve read anyway.
Given the Unionist historical record in inciting bigotry and hatred amongst people over the past few hundred years in America, Palestine, India, Australia, China, as well as in Ireland and most recently of course, here in Scotland,(see Monday’s Daily Mail first article ‘commemorating’ the death of David Bowie, and the weekly Andy Murray rants as the latest examples) to see that a true Unionist never changes their spots. That by default, a Unionist thinks they’re better than everyone else and there will always be something of the General Dyer, in them.
Jerry the Catholic Church gave up its right of veto to the bill in return for the SNP promising to keep Catholic schools. – See more at: http://www.celticquicknews.co.uk/inconceivable-wifi-debate-supporter-statements/comment-page-4/#comment-2753006
I didnt realise the Church had a right of veto in relation to laws passed in Holyrood.
MINCEYHEIDMAN on 13TH JANUARY 2016 5:03 PM
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We have devices called Barco Clickshare at our work that are used for connecting devices via wireless. Don’t know if they work with Apple devices or if suitable for your situation
Don’t want Fletcher
He’s rubbish. He was rubbish the first time we were supposed to buy him as well.