Convegno Stelline: the main event for library professionals in Italy
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Optimizing university spaces is a major challenge for higher education institutions. On May 26 and 27, 2026, the Affluences team will be attending the Convegno Stelline in Milan, the leading event for library professionals.
We will host an exclusive workshop dedicated to data analysis and footfall management, drawing on the success story of the University of Padua.
From data to decisions: the University of Padua experience
How do you transform a massive volume of raw data into a strategic management tool? This is the question we will answer with the University of Padua during the conference "Dai dati alle decisioni: comprendere e gestire l'affluenza e le prenotazioni".
Facing saturation and "no-show" issues, the University of Padua relied on Affluences' infrastructure to co-build a powerful analysis tool (similar to Power BI). This dashboard now enables 88 administrators to monitor the 20 university libraries in real-time.
Speaker: Sara Legnaro, University Library Center - University of Padua.
Date and Time: Wednesday, May 27, 2026, from 3:20 PM to 3:40 PM (Sala 4, Palazzo Lombardia).
Why is data analysis the new strategic pillar for university libraries?
Today, data analysis goes beyond simple observation to enter the era of anticipation and Business Intelligence. For the University of Padua, the numbers speak for themselves and illustrate the power of this data-driven approach:
Massive student engagement: Over 4 million checks of library availability made on the app by a community of 65,000 students.
Accurate usage modeling: Over 3 million entries measured and analyzed since the system's integration.
Capacity optimization: 1.2 million seat reservations managed for over 56,550 unique users, drastically reducing vacancy rates.
New Affluences product features to discover at Convegno Stelline 2026
The exhibition will also give our team the opportunity to show you the latest innovations in our administration portal first-hand. Designed to give you complete autonomy and a detailed understanding of your audiences, here are the three major developments you can discover at our stand.
A new analysis module (Power BI style) to track your KPIs
Your portal’s analytics section has been completely redesigned to allow you to explore, compare and understand your visitor data in unprecedented detail. This module becomes your strategic ally in optimising your website’s user experience:
Dynamic KPI tracking: View your key indicators instantly, track their evolution, and compare performances.
Mastering peak hours: Identify peaks and troughs in activity with precision using a new detailed heatmap.
Custom reporting: Personalize analytical views and download exportable reports.
Meteorological data integrated into your historical statistics
Have you ever wondered how much rain or hot weather affects visitor numbers to your reading rooms? We have incorporated weather data directly into your statistical charts to provide context for your analyses:
Instant situational analysis: Hover over your graph points to reveal associated weather conditions.
Behavior correlation: Create scheduled reports to cross-reference data and identify predictive patterns.
360° global vision: Available for physical flows, seat reservations, and page views.
Advanced editorialization for tailor-made communication
As each institution has its own specific requirements for website content, we have replaced the old forms with powerful rich text editors for your public pages:
Rich formatting: Clearly structure your access info (headings, bold, lists).
Simplified internationalization: Translate and localize your content directly from the interface.
"Visit tips" space: Highlight practical advice to smooth out footfall and prevent queues.
We invite you to come and discuss your Business Intelligence and space optimisation challenges by booking an appointment directly via our app!
