Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Summary: Learn about what event management software tools to look for. Evaluate features and read reviews of the top event planning apps. What is event management software? Business and accounting – For tracking contacts/CRM, leads, legal contracts, proposals, invoicing, payments, revenues and ROI.

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ePly

JANUARY 25, 2023

Technology can drastically improve the planning and execution of tradeshows and conferences, but navigating various event management software options can be overwhelming. This blog post will cover what to consider when evaluating different solutions so you can get the most out of your event management technology.

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Planning Pod

JULY 13, 2022

They also boast a large event space and a full race track. Each year, the museum hosts up to 400 in-house and private events. Prior to Planning Pod, the special event planning team relied on a complex event management system that required multiple platforms, manual transferring of information and hours of work updating event details.

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Eventscase Blog

AUGUST 11, 2022

We welcome all types of clients and even sign sponsorships for associations and clusters dedicated to event management. You may be asking, why is there a need for small businesses to invest in event management software? We can focus on them in our other blogs. An EMS can also be integrated with your CRM.

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Planning Pod

JULY 6, 2023

Are you an event planner looking for a platform? Click here to check out our comparison on event management software. Planning Pod Planning Pod is the ideal solution for any event pro who is dealing with a high-volume of events or wants to take their client’s white-glove experience to the next level.

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Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Summary: Learn about what event management software tools to look for. Evaluate features and read reviews of the top event planning apps. What is event management software? Business and accounting – For tracking contacts/CRM, leads, legal contracts, proposals, invoicing, payments, revenues and ROI.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 7, 2019

Some would say it’s the nature of the industry, however, building in practical initiatives for staff and guests at events is key and aligns with ISO 20121 guidance to limit social, economic and environmental impact.

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TicketBud

MARCH 21, 2018

However, galas and events are difficult to run on paper, so you need to find a powerful nonprofit event management software. Here are 10 questions that you should be asking when reviewing an event management and registration software for your next event. Do You Need To Have A Contract?

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

As a provider of venue management software ourselves, we often get asked how we compare with our competitors and what sets us apart. Which made us think that this is a question that almost everyone considering venue event management software asks at some point during their fact-finding and buying process.

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Planning Pod

OCTOBER 14, 2020

The fact that hotels use a half dozen or more software systems to manage all their operations is commonly accepted as “business as usual”. Unfortunately, for many hotel sales staff and catering managers, this often cobbled-together assembly of stand-alone applications and manual processes hinders them from actually doing business.

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Challenge: Managing processes and tools that take time and energy away from growing the business. Hidden Barn relied on a makeshift system of various tools and systems to manage their venue bookings, wedding planning, party rentals, invoicing, finances and more.

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Planning Pod

JULY 7, 2022

When I set out to write this blog post on event tech, my mind was living in the “during” phase of the event life cycle. Think virtual event spaces, live streaming, virtual reality…all of which are obvious hot topics and play a huge role in the direction of the events industry. Client portals.

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ePly

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

With our recent acquisition, event teams now have access to Personify ’s community-building platform as well as the operational efficiencies inherent to the floor management integrations of A2Z Events. A2Z + GTR = Comprehensive Event Management Capabilities We feel a sense of synergy when it comes to A2Z Events.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 8, 2022

Still, despite major advancements in technology and a growing expectation of instantaneous, online access, it’s not uncommon to find a catering company still relying on old-school paper and processes for their event management solution. Ready to learn more about the features and pricing of Planning Pod’s event management software?

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Stova

JULY 17, 2023

This process of streamlining and integrating various event technologies is set to shape the future of the industry, providing organizers and attendees with seamless experiences and enhanced efficiency. In this blog post, we will explore the concept of event tech consolidation and its potential implications for the future of event technology.

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Event Leadership Institute

JULY 26, 2018

I realised that I preferred working on projects with goals and being an events executive would be an exciting role.”. After two years employment as an Events Executive, Jennifer became a freelance events manager, working with companies like Ketchum, George P Johnson, and Line Up. First Name*.

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Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Still, even if you are consummately prepared and organized, promising the same booking date to more than one person does happen, usually when venue and facility managers are relying on an outdated or disconnected event booking system or some sort of manual process or paper trail.

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Planning Pod

JUNE 10, 2022

As a provider of catering management software ourselves, we get asked quite frequently what are the other best catering software solutions on the market and how do they compare to our platform. Lead and Customer Relationship Management (CRM). Note: This list is not intended to be a complete list of all catering software solutions.

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GEVME

JUNE 18, 2018

The design of your data protection strategy will depend on the information systems you use as well as the resources you can invest into security maintenance. Unless you’re convinced that the regulations you follow enable top protection of the most sophisticated event ecosystem, you’ll have to enhance them. During the North Korea–U.S.

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Planning Pod

OCTOBER 14, 2020

The fact that hotels use a half dozen or more software systems to manage all their operations is commonly accepted as “business as usual”. Unfortunately, for many hotel sales staff and catering managers, this often cobbled-together assembly of stand-alone applications and manual processes hinders them from actually doing business.

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Planning Pod

JANUARY 28, 2021

If you run an event venue, you know that your business can’t afford to waste time and resources with inefficient manual processes and lengthy workarounds. Unfortunately, her super-lean strategy was being hampered by time-consuming workflows and various software solutions and venue management tools that didn’t integrate with each other.

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

So when last minute event changes threaten to derail an occasion, a canny planner is ready and armed with a host of strategies that not only enable them to merely head off disaster, but to turn that sudden challenge into sweet success. That’s why event management software can be a true game-changer for event planners.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Planning Pod’s event management tools and event payment processing system are built to help you manage deposits securely with streamlined tools and integrations with a variety of vetted payment processing partners. Deposit practices you shouldn’t be following 1. Get started today!

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Cvent: Event Marketing

AUGUST 30, 2018

Negotiating rates is easier with the platform since every contract and bid is saved within the system.” This allows you to compare rates that you’ve received at a specific property; you can also compare across divisions, planners, and event types within one platform. DATE: Tuesday, September 4th at 2:00 pm ET/11:00 AM PT.

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SpotMe Blog

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

With the right technology and expert partners, you can overcome the challenges of remote work and fragmented healthcare systems to connect with your most valuable advisors. Best Practices for Managing Pharma Advisory Boards Managing an effective pharma advisory board requires meticulous planning and execution.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

But once their client list starts to grow (along with the pressure to keep up with waves of details), they quickly find themselves buried in a tedious system of disconnected applications, files, emails, whiteboards and handwritten notes, essentially creating a fourth job. There was so much room for user error.”.

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Guidebook

MAY 16, 2023

Closely related to vendor management is document management. That’s where you’ll have digital images of documents like contracts with the catering company and the venue owner. Your event management and planning software should also serve as the back-end for interaction with attendees through web sites, social media, and apps.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

As CEO and co-founder of Planning Pod, I’m glad these venue owners, managers and staff are asking questions like these to make sure they choose the right platform that best fits their needs. Contact CRM Manager w/ Tasks. Sales Documents & Tools (Proposals, Contracts, etc.). Food & Beverage Management (Menus, BEOs, etc.).

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GEVME

JUNE 13, 2018

You build a system for efficient event communication. Make your final selection, confirm the final details with a host, and sign a contract. Set up a ticketing system and online registration (tools for the management of tickets, badge allocation technology, payments, etc.). No one misses a deadline.

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Guidebook

JANUARY 8, 2024

From picking a venue and speakers to ensuring you’ve sent out thank you notes and running a post-event debrief, there’s a lot to think about. Broken up into three buckets: Pre-event planning On-site setup and event management Post-event management Use this event planning checklist to kickstart your planning process.

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EventSource

JUNE 29, 2020

Photo Courtesy of Rhythm Photography The Basics Name: Rebecca Chan Company: Rebecca Chan Weddings & Events Years in Business: 11 Let’s get down to Biz So how’d you get into the biz? After leaving the graphic design world, I was a busy events manager in the non-profit sector, and my friends around me started getting married.

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Nunify

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Here is a quick break-down on pros and cons of both styles of event management learning Advantages Challenges Formal Event Management Courses Structured Learning: Formal education provides a structured curriculum designed to cover all foundational aspects of event planning, from logistics and coordination to event budgeting and vendor relations.

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Endless Events

MARCH 15, 2022

. “Before, we were an offline event management software solution for enterprises. We were catering to offline events and were mostly known for retreat-based events for employees. When the pandemic hit, all the events started getting canceled or postponed. What About Vaibhav’s Challenges?

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Signing a venue contract, for example, may be more stressful for you than making a presentation to stakeholders. Technology, however, can be a great source of help when it comes to alleviating stress with event management systems offering a plethora of tools, options and inspiration to help planners along the way.

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ePly

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

A2Z Events A2Z Events offers a comprehensive solution for event management. It allows users to create customized workflows to address the unique needs of your events. WildApricot WildApricot provides intuitive event listings, complete with detailed descriptions and photos, along with online registration forms.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 12, 2020

But in our many years of planning events (and helping thousands of other event managers plan theirs through our event management software ), we have found that those three qualities – focus, preparation, diligence – are necessary traits in event organizers and team members if you are going to come close to planning a killer event.

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Social Tables

MARCH 2, 2021

Skip to content Menu Solutions Interactive Floor Plans Collaborative event sales software that increases qualified leads and drives direct revenue. Event Diagramming Collaborative event management software that saves time, boosts revenue and drives loyalty. What type of planner will you be? But not always.

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