5 Q’s for Paul Foster, CEO of OnePlan
The Center for Data Innovation spoke with Paul Foster, CEO of OnePlan. OnePlan uses 3D mapping technology to help organize and economize live events, such as cycling races, triathlons, and music festivals. Foster discussed the benefits and challenges of using digital twin technology in event planning. Nuthi: What differentiates OnePlan from other event-planning platforms? Foster: There are a number of reasons OnePlan is a unique platform. For one, it’s accessible to anyone—any reader of this can sign up today and be planning an event in next to no time, with no prior training needed or expertise. Traditionally, organizing teams have used a mixture of Google Maps, PowerPoint, and CAD files to create venue plans, but OnePlan removes the need for sharing outdated files. Over email, it’s also scalable right the way up, from a community event to an Olympic Games, and equally as valuable to either. Users can choose from thousands of objects and features on an event map, with simple ‘clic