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7. Conclusions of the studyToday’s museums are not unfamiliar with technological advances and after several yearsof feeling mostly ill at ease or shy about taking on challenges to introduce technologies of this kind, today we scarcely find any institutions that have not incorporated changes in web technol- ogy, applications and interactive devices that offer greater immersion or enjoyment during the actual visit.Admittedly, some of these initiatives need a large budget and are not feasible for many institutions. It is therefore very necessary to establish collab- oration with technology companies and organi- sations from other fields to develop collaborative projects that provide different kinds of benefits in line with the aims of all the parties involved. In addition, funding can also be achieved through micropatronage platforms, promoting loyalty and establishing links between the museum and its audiences. This accentuates the social and common value of the initiatives.As we have seen throughout this study, there are plenty of options, though this does not mean that each museum should embrace them all. It is necessary to carry out a prior study of our needs, possibilities and responsibilities and those of our community and resources in order to ensure the success of our technological initiatives, just as it is for any of the projects we undertake.The novelty of these actions and initiatives makes them mostly a field in which much remains to be learned and explored. Therefore we must not be afraid of making mistakes – on the contrary, we must be clear when proposals fail to achieve the desired results, learn from the mistake, draw conclusions and share them humbly. In so doing we will pave the way for other museums and establish links based on experimentation and knowledge. Creating a community not only with the public but also between different institutions with similar objectives is a necessary step towards being part