A custom website can cost upwards of $10,000 per year which is why 92% of small businesses don’t have a website yet. 22% of small businesses also state that a lack of technical skills curbs them from having a website. And while having a website may be the upgrade most small businesses need, there are […]

iBeacon was merely a concept back in 2013. 5 years later, it has taken over retail stores and large enterprises alike. Since Apple first came out with this technology, the word iBeacon has become somewhat synonymous with a beacon. However, a beacon is merely the piece of Bluetooth equipped physical hardware that allows beacon technology […]

Google Analytics is a free web analytics service that lets you analyze your website and app traffic. Google Analytics also gives you a real-time overview of your audience – countries they belong to, how much time they spend on your website and how you acquired them. So, why should you use Google Analytics? Google Analytics […]

The fashion powerhouse, Tommy Hilfiger has launched a new line of clothing implanted with smart Bluetooth chips that link to a mobile brand app, and allow wearers to earn rewards points as they move among different locations. How does this work? Each item under the Xplore collection has an embedded Awear Solutions’ Bluetooth low energy smart tag.  […]

Healthcare technology: Bluetooth technology, such as BLE beacons provides healthcare sector with marketing solutions, ways to enhance patient satisfaction and boost hospital efficiency According to the New York Times, more than $3 trillion is being spent annually on healthcare in the United States. It is therefore obvious why some of the biggest names are making […]

The market for beacon technology is expected to witness 80% growth over 2018-2024. This is mainly attributed to the penetration of smartphones and other smart devices that are Bluetooth equipped. While beacon technology is often linked to retail marketing strategies, there are plenty of other verticals that are enjoying success with BLE beacons. Based on […]

Billboard and OOH advertising have thrived where TV and newspaper ads have failed. 98% of the population sees at least one billboard advertisement every week. 71% of consumers often look at the message on the billboards. Outdoor advertising is still growing (2.9% in 2018) but compare that to Facebook wherein Facebook ads alone reported a […]

14% of small retail businesses fail because of poor marketing strategies. Find out what marketing strategies for retail can save the day. 20% of small retail businesses fail in their first year and 30% of small retail businesses fail in their second year. This alarming statistic can be chalked up to a variety of reasons […]

Gym marketing coupled with technology such as Bluetooth beacons makes everyday interactions at the gym more enjoyable, engaging and efficient. In the United States, around 45 million adults, i.e., 14% of the population, have a gym membership. However, 80% of the people quit the gym within 5 months. Given the behavior, Planet Fitness, one of […]

This month has been another big leap for us as we made some tweaks in Beaconstac to help you get the best of beacon technology. We are continuously striving to solve your issues – some that you let us know through feedback and some that we feel can help you make the most of the […]