Welcome to the latest edition of the Accredit Solutions Monthly Newsletter. Delivering a selection of insights, updates, and inspiration straight to your inbox!
As we reach the halfway point of July, this year continues to impress with a full events calendar, featuring thrilling concerts and prestigious tennis, cricket, and golf tournaments around the globe.
Looking ahead, we're excited to keep you updated with our latest developments and achievements. Join us as we explore what's new and what's next in the dynamic world of major events…
Enhanced Accreditation Systems at USGA Events with Accredit Solutions and Wicket
Accredit Solutions, in partnership with Wicket, has played a crucial role in enhancing the accreditation and access control systems at the recent US Open Golf Championships, hosted by the United States Golf Association (USGA). Through our collaboration, we integrated Wicket's facial authentication technology into our accreditation system, streamlining the accreditation process for employees, officials, and media personnel at Pinehurst Resort.
By incorporating biometric authentication, event security and operational efficiency were elevated, aligning with USGA's commitment to leveraging innovative technologies.
Here at Accredit, we are dedicated to leading the development of innovative solutions that redefine event security and efficiency, demonstrating our capability to adapt and implement advanced technologies that set new industry standards.
Accredit Welcomes New Talent to the Team 💫
Rick Dameron has joined the Accredit family as the new Client Services Manager for our US Client Services team!
Rick brings with him over a decade of experience in providing software services and accreditation support within the events industry. His expertise will be invaluable as we embark on several significant projects in the upcoming year.
Please join us in welcoming Rick to our team, he will be an excellent addition and help us achieve outstanding results.
Welcome to the A-Team Rick!
Preparing for the 2024/25 Football Season
After the Euros final this weekend the football world quickly shifts its focus to the upcoming 24/25 season starting in August.
Over the next few weeks, clubs will dive into a schedule of friendlies in the lead-up to the next season, the integration of innovative technology continues to streamline club operations and enhance security, and on that note, a big welcome to Legia Warszawa and Southampton FC who are ready to debut the Accredit Platform this season! ⚽️
With all eyes on the imminent fixtures, the football community is braced for another season of high-intensity and high-stakes matches, promising fans around the world a spectacle of top-tier football!
As the season of concerts, festivals, and proms is in full swing, venues worldwide are demonstrating their expertise in hosting large-scale events with utmost precision.
A standout instance is Taylor Swift's recent Eras Tour concert at Wembley Stadium, which highlighted the capabilities the large scale multi-function venue to not only accommodate large audiences but also ensure thorough background checks and verifications for everyone working within the venue, from stewards to catering staff. This comprehensive approach to staff accreditation guarantees that all personnel are vetted, enhancing security and operational efficiency.
Understand how Wembley effectively uses the Accredit platform to manage its workforce and how this can be replicated to benefit your venue:
Enhance Event Security with Accredit Access Control
Managing access at events is crucial and complex, but with Accredit's real-time Access Control solution, you can ensure that only authorised individuals enter specific areas. Our system adapts dynamically, supporting real-time management and instant verification through QR codes, barcodes, or RFID technology.
Features include a live feed of zone entrances, detailed reporting, and an offline mode for areas with poor connectivity. Seamlessly integrate with existing systems for a robust security framework.
Efficient and user-friendly, Accredit Mobile Access Control (AMAC) offers mobile scanning integration, making it a versatile solution for any event size.
Take your event security to the next level with Accredit Solutions...
📣 Executive Marketers ...do you want to join the A-Team?
We are looking for an experienced, organised, creative, and enthusiastic Marketing Executive to support our Global Marketing Manager in delivering our sales and marketing objectives from our HQ in London.
The Role: as a Marketing Executive, you will play a key role in driving our communication and marketing activities to support our global growth strategies. Working alongside our Global Marketing Manager and Lead Generation Team, this is a fantastic opportunity to secure a long-term position within an exciting and rapidly growing software company.
15th Annual National Sports Safety and Security Conference
Last week, Tom and Jordan, key members of our US team, had the opportunity to attend the NCS4 conference held in the sunny and vibrant city of Phoenix, Arizona. This year's conference, themed 'Make It Matter,' was centred around the transformative process of turning innovative ideas into tangible, enduring changes that have a real impact.
It was a great experience to spend quality time engaging with some of our valued partners and connecting with other professionals in the field. Together, we shared valuable insights and discussed various strategies for enhancing safety and security within the sports industry.
As we transition from the excitement of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, held across the USA and West Indies, our focus shifts to the intricacies of accreditation delivery at other major international sports events with our clients.
Leading on from the US Open at Pinehurst with the USGA, the R&A team take centre stage to deliver The 152nd Open Championship scheduled for July 18-21 at Royal Troon in Scotland. The Open Championship, with its rich history and international prestige, presents unique challenges in managing a diverse array of global participants and spectators. The R&A team continue to utilise the Accredit platform to push new boundaries year on year we wish them luck in their headline event.
Additionally, the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) launched the start of tennis on grass court within....continue