Returning Sports Fans to Stadiums Safely with Smart Technology
The atmosphere of being in a sports stadium is often as important as the event itself, if not more. The pandemic forced fans to abandon venues and watch sports events from their sofas at home. There is now hope for a return to normality as several countries around the world have re-opened their stadiums at varied capacities. Accordingly, many fans are eager to return to the stands for upcoming football seasons. However, in many cases, significant changes are required to ensure the health and safety of fans. Smart technologies like network cameras, smartphones and analytics are helping to ensure safety and security while also improving stadium operations and enhancing fan experience.