Gary Woodill, Author at Float

Author: Gary Woodill

Bio: Gary Woodill is a senior analyst with Float, as well as CEO of i5 Research. Gary conducts research and market analyses, as well as assessments and forecasting for emerging technologies. Gary is the co-editor of "Mastering Mobile Learning," author of “The Mobile Learning Edge,” and the co-author of “Training and Collaboration with Virtual Worlds.” He also presents at conferences and is the author of numerous articles and research reports on emerging learning technologies. Gary holds a doctor of education degree from the University of Toronto.

Author Posts:

FocusOn Learning 2017 Exhibits Represent the Entire Elearning Production and Delivery Cycle

July 5, 2017 | Conferences, Industry News, Mobile Strategy | Gary Woodill | 0

In my last post, I wrote about how to use conferences and trade shows as a source of business intelligence. Last week, I attended the FocusOn Learning 2017 conference in San
6 Ways You Can Be A Spy at #FocusOnLearn

May 23, 2017 | Conferences | Gary Woodill | 2

Learning professionals can gather lots of crucial information at FocusOn related to augmented reality, microlearning, and more to take back to your office.
5 Business Cases Where Custom Software Is The Better Choice

May 3, 2017 | Mobile Development, Mobile Strategy | Gary Woodill | 2

Packaged, commercial, off-the-shelf software can be great. However, a number of pain points help custom software look more attractive to the prospective buyer.
8 Surprising Topics at #MWC17

February 8, 2017 | Conferences, Industry News | Gary Woodill | 1

Conferences are ideal locations for gathering business intelligence about a specific industry. There are presentations revealing the latest thinking in the field, and exhibitors
How Blockchain Technology Will Improve Online Security

January 3, 2017 | Industry News, Mobile Development, Mobile Strategy | Gary Woodill | 2

Most people have heard of bitcoin, the controversial cryptocurrency. However, few know about the benefits of “blockchains,” the technology behind bitcoin, and the reason
“The Content Trap” Applies To All Digital Media

December 21, 2016 | Industry News | Gary Woodill | 1

When selling “information goods,” connections are more important than content, according to a new book by Harvard business professor Dr. Bharat Anand.
10 Bizarre Uses For A Mobile Phone

December 9, 2016 | Mobile Apps, Mobile Devices | Gary Woodill | 0

From tracking calories to monitoring babies to sniffing out terrorists, we take a look at 10 unusual but innovative ways to use your mobile device.
How Assistive Technologies Extend Your Abilities, Whether You’re Disabled Or Not

November 30, 2016 | Industry News, Mobile Strategy | Gary Woodill | 6

Despite whether we have a disability, we've all adapted technology to better suit us. In this post, we look at the ways we've made our experiences better.
10 Apps For Indoor Navigation

November 23, 2016 | Mobile Apps | Gary Woodill | 2

These apps or devices that have been developed to help people who are visually impaired or blind find their way indoors.
Wearables for Wayfinding Have Exploded Over The Past 20 Years

November 16, 2016 | Industry News, Mobile Devices | Gary Woodill | 2

This includes assistive technologies and augmented reality. People with visual impairments have more options available now than ever before, including Tango.