FestPAC Website and Concierge Solution

Overview

DataHouse provided the digital platform for the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts & Culture (FestPAC), the world’s largest celebration of indigenous Pacific Islander cultures. Held in Honolulu, Hawaii from June 6th to 16th, 2024, FestPAC brought together thousands of artists and performers from over 27 Pacific Island countries and territories.

Objective

Streamline operations for the 13th FestPAC Commission. 

Facilitate a seamless experience for event coordinators, attendees, delegations, and participants. 

Manage registration, accommodation, and attendee tracking for delegations from 27 Pacific Island nations. 

Client Background

Industry

Festival Provider 

About the Organization

Gravitas Pasifika is a boutique firm intent on harnessing the power of creative storytelling to advance Native Hawaiian, local Hawaiʻi, and Pasifika worldview and talent through the exploration and integration of, and experimentation with, creativity in production. 

Challenge

Problem Statement

Hosting a large-scale international event with diverse participants necessitates meticulous planning, especially when coordinating logistics for delegations spanning 27 island nations. Efficiently managing complex event processes, including registration, accommodation, and attendee tracking, is crucial for ensuring a seamless experience for all involved.

Challenge

Complex logistics due to many participants with potentially varying needs.

Difficulty in managing travel, communication, and accommodation for a geographically dispersed group.

Potential for errors, delays, and inefficiency in managing large volumes of data and processes.

Solution

DataHouse proposed developing a comprehensive event management solution consisting of two main components: a web admin portal for organizers and a web app for attendees. The portal offers robust tools for event creation, attendee management, logistics, and team coordination. The web app provides a user-friendly platform for attendees to register and access event information.

The web app offers attendees a one-stop solution for all their event needs, featuring:

Seamless Registration: Attendees and delegates can conveniently register for your event through the user-friendly web app. 

Event Information at Your Convenience: The app provides access to all event details, including program schedules and informative descriptions. 

The web admin portal empowers organizers with robust features that include:

Effortless Event Creation

Create and configure events with comprehensive details – timelines, capacities, payment options, and informative descriptions. All this information automatically populates the public landing page for seamless user experience. 

Streamlined Attendee Management

Manage all attendees, including general participants and delegates. For delegates, the portal offers dedicated features like registration assistance and visa support. 

Accommodation Management

Simplify accommodation arrangements for delegates. The portal allows them to register their information and submit special requests, ensuring a smooth and comfortable stay. 

QR Code Check-In

Utilize the built-in screener tool to efficiently manage attendee check-in for events and activities using QR codes. 

Volunteer & Media Coordination

Effortlessly manage your event’s support network. Assign tasks to volunteers and media personnel directly through the portal. 

Implementation

Developed web and mobile apps that offered a single point of access for all event-related information and management tools. 

Built features within the apps for streamlined registration, check-in, and tracking of attendees. 

Integrated functionalities for managing participant housing assignments and communication with hotels/accommodation providers. 

Outcome​

The FestPAC applications significantly streamlined operations for the commission and facilitated a seamless experience for all stakeholders. This includes: 

Improved event coordination for organizers. 

Enhanced attendee tracking and registration. 

Efficient management of participant accommodation for delegations. 

At DataHouse, we are immensely proud of our role in supporting the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts & Culture. Our involvement transcends a mere showcase of technological expertise. It is a reflection of our deep commitment to the community and culture we are embedded within. FestPAC celebrates the rich tapestry of indigenous Pacific Island cultures, and our participation aligns perfectly with our mission. We are dedicated to empowering Hawaiʻi and the global community, fostering collaboration, and striving towards a sustainable future.

Eddie Ontai
President of DataHouse, expressed his pride in the company’s contribution

About DataHouse

Founded in 1975, DataHouse is the longest-standing IT consultancy in Hawaii and has developed a reputation as the go-to company for solving complex IT problems for both public and private sector organizations. We specialize in business process reengineering and the upgrade of outdated systems to harmonize with our clients’ strategic goals and vision.

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