It seems like TaylorMade might have found a solution that allows golfers to benefit from both a high moment of inertia (MOI) and a low center of gravity (CG) in their clubs. This could be a game changer…
The Peter Cowen Academy at Emirates Golf Club has unveiled its fully refurbished facilities, setting a new benchmark for golf instruction in the Middle East. The newly upgraded academy features a purpose-built building housing cutting-edge Swing Studios, a…
This year saw the launch of the Trackman NEXT Golf Tour, an exciting development for professional golfers. The organizers -Trackman and the European Tour Group—enhanced the competition's appeal by inviting the Order of Merit winner to participate in…
We may not consider the Trackman news that Michael Horvath, co-founder and former CEO of Strava, has joined its Board of Directors significant. Understanding Strava's success story can inspire a profound change in perspective. Launched in 2009, Strava…
I believe indoor golf has evolved beyond mere trends and should be recognized as a valuable innovation. The trend remained prevalent in 2023, with 18.4 million individuals in the United States engaging in off-course golf activities. One of…
After more than a year of anticipation, I can share with you the completion of the largest Five Iron Golf venue in Dubai to date. The venue spans 32,038 square feet and houses 17 simulators powered by Trackman…
When I introduced the Wilson Fit AI mobile app-based fitting tool last December, I emphasized the importance for golf equipment manufacturers prioritizing buying outcomes over just technology. Although not AI-powered, the new Titleist golf ball fitting application is…
I have written before about who the golf clubs who understand the importance of investing in driving range experience and do not only look at the cost side of this investment can answer at least three business challenges at the…
Your marketing and design efforts in the pro shop are pivotal in converting potential customers into buyers and fostering brand loyalty. In other words, in contemporary retail, the store concept has transcended its conventional role as a mere…
BGL (Burhill Group Limited) has announced that its golf division, BGL Golf, is celebrating a record-breaking year of performance in 2023, with a 10% revenue increase, a significant investment and refurbishment program, an ‘excellent’ group NPS rating, and…
AI technology's potential advantages and benefits for the golf industry are being considered as we head into 2024. It is worth noting that AI technology has already been utilized in certain segments, such as sports equipment and lawn…
Recently, it seems that more individuals are inclined towards purchasing experiences rather than material possessions. This is probably one reason companies like Apple focus on experiences and less on features. If you sell “things,” you can only win…
The operations of golf courses, including driving ranges, are gradually moving towards digitalization. There is mounting evidence that the traditional driving range experience is no longer appealing or competitive. As golfers, we highly value the importance of distances…
It seems that the popularity and growth of indoor golf and golf simulators are unstoppable. Within a few weeks, I came across two indoor golf services. One is the Swedish RUFF Indoor Golf (7 locations), and the other…
In October 2022, I highlighted that those golf clubs who understand the importance of investing in driving range experience and do not only look at the cost side of this investment can answer at least three business challenges at the…
It was great to see the growing interest in the Golf Business Monitor: campaigns, webinars, interviews, etc., in 2022. Feedspot has just ranked Golf Business Monitor as the #1 B2B golf business blog & as the #22 best golf blog in the world! Thanks to…
My interviewee Nikolaj Kromann Jørgensen (COO, TrackMan) said "We see most range facilities and public golf courses, and many private clubs, evaluating how they can create more value for their customers and members at the driving range." A good example of…
Two years ago, I recommended to golf club managers and driving range owners to rethink the driving experience. In this interview with Nikolaj Kromann Jørgensen (COO, TrackMan) I want to figure out what is the contribution of TrackMan…
Do you remember when I wrote that golf equipment manufacturers should not be product-focused, but rather consumer-centric? Customer centricity is about providing great experiences & meaningful moments at every stage of the customer journey. That’s why I want to…
When I first heard of the Trackman Bullseye Championship, almost immediately Toptracer 9-Shot Challenge came to my mind. The coming 121st U.S. Open (17–20 June) at Torrey Pines South Course in San Diego, California gave both brands an…