RunSignup, the esteemed registration and technology provider for endurance events in the United States, is pleased to announce the introduction of innovative race day technology aimed at enhancing the participant and spectator experience. This next-generation technology, which encompasses real-time data integration for endurance events, will be featured at RunSignup University on June 11. The company has worked diligently to expand the functionality of its RaceDay products and strengthen partnerships with third-party technology providers.
According to Bob Bickel, Founder and CEO of RunSignup, the company is committed to delivering innovation that enhances the backend operations and overall race day experience. He stresses the importance of providing exceptional real-time experiences for races of all sizes through accessible and advanced technology.
At the heart of RunSignup’s real-time race day strategy is RaceDay Scoring V4, an open platform designed to process real-time chip data efficiently. Utilizing the powerful Rust software language, RaceDay Scoring V4 can seamlessly handle large volumes of data in real time. This platform has demonstrated its robust capacity to manage extensive data generated at events, recently processing 245,484 reads at a 27,000-person race.
The new advancements also include real-time features in RaceJoy, a revamped Mobile Timing App, and expanded integration with third-party technology partners. RaceJoy’s real-time RFID chip data alerts will complement its continuous GPS tracking, allowing timers to deliver officially scored real-time progress alerts and results. Additionally, the Mobile Timing App is receiving significant upgrades to support its role as a backup recorder for large races and a scoring tool for smaller or remote events.
RunSignup has also set its sights on making the local RaceDay Scoring API accessible via Websockets, permitting third parties to develop real-time display technologies such as leaderboards and mid-course display boards. This provides participants with instant, published feedback on their performance.
The commitment to an open platform enables seamless integration of millions of race results from various scoring platforms and ensures that technology providers can continually develop and integrate additional capabilities.
All RaceDay tools are available to timers for an annual fee of £199, which includes technical support from RunSignup. Timers can utilize these tools to provide advanced features for their races, delivering a superior experience for participants and spectators. These updates aim to create an exceptional participant and spectator experience, emphasizing customization and ease of use.
RunSignup, a company owned by its employees, stands as the leading event solution bringing the art of technology to endurance events and non-profits. With over 28,000 events utilizing their platform to register 9 million annual participants, raise over £2.6 billion, and grow their events, RunSignup ensures event revenue generation and supporter engagement through flexible registration, free event websites, free email marketing, integrated fundraising, and a suite of RaceDay tools. To learn more about RunSignup and their exceptional event solutions, please visit www.runsignup.com.