The Imagineers behind these new rides, restaurants and experiences talk about the role new technology, especially tablets, have played in turning concepts into reality in the videos throughout this post.

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This is a case of technology helping to facilitate new and effective ways for practitioners to share experiences and expand their collective knowledge base.

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There may be countless other ways that companies can creatively tie technology to personalized shopping experiences, and as the demand for new and better purchasing options continues to grow, the worst choice may be stick with what has worked in the past.

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