Members of Cirque du Soleil perform during National Day Celebrations at the King Fahd Stadium in Riyadh.
EVENT LOGISTICS, OPERATIONS, and EVALUATION
Why is it important to carefully prepare for event operations
As the date of a planned event draws nearer, the event manager’s workload tends to increase
Once you have completed this lesson, you should be able to Explain the meaning of logistics and sequencing for an event
KEY TERMS Event infrastructure
Logistics and Sequencing
Why is it important to request the correct number of seats in the correct layout for a conference or business forum
Event infrastructure
Logistics
Sequencing
Logistic Sequence for an Event
Why is logistical knowledge and understanding vital for an event manager
Technical Facilities and Resources Required for Modern-Day Events
Technical Resources
Communications
Sound
What types of multimedia would you expect to see at a modern-day event
public address (PA) systems
Lighting
Backdrops and Staging
Setup
Why are technical elements a prerequisite of modern-day events
Catering and Event Hospitality Requirements
What type of food might you expect to find at an event like the one shown
Service Types
Hospitality Requirements
Layout of Catering Services
Examples of Seated Room Layouts
Important Planning Questions
Menu Composition
Factors Determining Refreshment Choices
Why is food an important factor at most events
Managing Supply, Transportation, and Distribution
Preparation
Planning
What logistical issues are likely to be involved in the planning and execution of Founding Day celebrations
Distribution
Close-down
Why is it necessary to consider logistics when closing down an event
Event Operations and Logistics
Select the most appropriate answer for each of the following: Which of the following is NOT related to the logistics of an event
Why is it important to ensure the sequencing of elements of an event is carefully considered
How might incorrectly matched catering affect the reputation of an event and how might it impact the long-term success of an event