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

AUGUST 14, 2023

If you’re unsure where to start, provide forms or surveys during the event registration process so guests can easily enter their dietary needs, meal preferences, and other key details, such as food allergies. Make an impression with proposal software You’ll need an efficient event proposal tool to make a positive first impression.

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Eventtia

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

This direct line of communication speeds up the process and minimizes the chance of errors or misunderstandings. On the business’s end, it can aid in efficient staff management and reduce the occurrence of no-shows. This proactive approach ensures that attendees are not left scrambling for details about the event.

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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. John Norton, Executive Chef and General Manager at The Coonamessett.

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Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Before we dive into a discussion of the top event design software apps , let’s take a quick look at the big benefits from using event floor plan design tools like the ones we describe in this post. What are the benefits of event floor plan software? Single place to securely manage design data. 3D Event Designer.

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Unfortunately, these solutions – though assembled with the best of intentions – can quickly lead to costly process gaps, create unnecessary work redundancies and restrain growth and expansion for new event venues. Challenge: Managing processes and tools that take time and energy away from growing the business.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 16, 2022

If you work in the event planning industry and have to configure and collect event registrations and ticket sales via online forms, you know how quickly things can get complicated and chaotic. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about creating, collecting and managing online event registration forms.

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Eventtia

JULY 24, 2023

In today’s competitive business landscape, event tech has become indispensable for big retail companies looking to drive growth, engage customers, and strengthen brand presence. Gone are the days when event planning was limited to Excel and Google Forms. Scalability extends beyond just the number of events and attendees.

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Planning Pod

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Event technology has become a powerful tool for event planners, offering wide-ranging solutions to elevate any event experience with a wow-worthy impact. From augmented reality to AI-powered chatbots and event management platforms, recent advancements in event tech are taking the events industry by storm.

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Eventtia

JULY 20, 2023

From hosting pop-up shops in high-traffic locations and interactive workshops to designing private shopping experiences and virtual product consultancies, selecting good event technology is crucial for achieving growth results. Next, we’ll discuss the particularities of each event technology and key elements to consider when choosing one.

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Eventtia

JUNE 30, 2022

We quickly became partners with Turizm Medya Grubu and agreed on the use of the Eventtia event management platform for all their upcoming events in the next 5 years. Bringing the MICE and the Tourism industries together for a first hybrid event. The Eventtia matchmaking tool facilitated the process. went hybrid. “We

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 12, 2019

Summary: Learn what goes into a banquet event order and how they are used. Understand why BEOs are vital to the success of most events and download a free BEO template. There are hundreds and hundreds of details involved in proper event management and planning. How is a BEO typically used?

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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. By integrating them together to streamline your processes and simplify how you manage your event data in real-time.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 16, 2022

If you work in the event planning industry and have to configure and collect registrations and ticket sales via online forms, you know how quickly things can get complicated and chaotic. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about creating, collecting and managing online event registration forms. The good news?

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 22, 2023

Sales Analytics Sales reports are some of the most important reports to pull regularly since they prove the efficiency of your sales process and shed light on areas to grow. By focusing on these activities, you can fine-tune your sales process to ultimately improve the quality of your leads and reduce the time it takes to close a deal.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 22, 2023

Sales Analytics Sales reports are some of the most important reports to pull regularly since they prove the efficiency of your sales process and shed light on areas to grow. By focusing on these activities, you can fine-tune your sales process to ultimately improve the quality of your leads and reduce the time it takes to close a deal.

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Planning Pod

JUNE 10, 2022

Catering software has become one of the most popular ways to streamline operations among caterers, restaurants, hotels and event venues, and for good reason … because it enables venue and catering businesses to automate processes, create timesaving workflows and serve customers better with fewer staff. Key Advantages.

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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

JULY 9, 2021

Usually, those wedding pros are doing initial research in event management and wedding planning software for their business and want to do their due diligence in evaluating all viable options. Planning Pod is the perfect event management platform for wedding pros, whether you are an event planner or manage a wedding venue.

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Eventtia

JULY 24, 2023

Costs: It’s crucial to balance the solution’s capabilities and the budget allocated for event management. Data security: Finding and opting for a secure event tech solution provides peace of mind, knowing customer data is protected and handled responsibly. Are in-house tools the right solution for your retail brand?

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Planning Pod

MARCH 31, 2022

We had to learn quickly how to do 3 or 4 events or weddings a week when we were used to doing just 1 or 2,” said Andrea. To add even more pressure, the event management software Andrea depended on was in the process of a buyout and transition as the full force of the pandemic hit the hospitality industry. The kicker?

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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. This inevitably led to hiring additional event professionals to manage her disparate systems, costing the venue more money and eating away at profit margins.

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Planning Pod

MARCH 24, 2021

While Honeybook, Dubsado and 17hats do promote their products to event professionals, their applications are more general client/CRM and business management platforms designed for solo entrepreneurs and freelancers and do not include many core event management tools. Planning Pod Strengths. Rates as low as 2.39% + $0.29

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Eventtia

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Versatility SMS can be used for various purposes, from sending invitations and confirmations to issuing reminders and alerts about retail events. This versatility makes it a flexible tool that can be adapted to suit various communication needs, helping to streamline the entire process. Benefit #6.

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Event planning is a lucrative and evergreen career choice. The global event management market is estimated to be worth $6.36 With the rapid growth in the event industry, now is the time to get certified and propel your career. Event planners also handle logistics like transportation and accommodations.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 12, 2019

There are hundreds and hundreds of details involved in proper event management and planning. In fact, there are a handful of critical details that every person involved in producing the event must have at their fingertips – from the venue staff and managers, event planners and outside vendors to the clients themselves.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 17, 2017

. “This activity can help identify if there are needs for networking or education or a launch of something new,” says Sarah Sebastian, owner of Rose Gold Collective event design. “You should source event technology based on need, not availability,” asserts Jody-Ann Rowe, owner of the Event Certificate.

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Eventtia

JULY 6, 2023

Retail customer experience contains every touchpoint between customers and retail brands, across multiple stages, which include: Pre-purchase: This is a stage during which customers research products, compare prices, seek recommendations, attend educational events, and engage in exploratory experiences.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 17, 2017

. “This activity can help identify if there are needs for networking or education or a launch of something new,” says Sarah Sebastian, owner of Rose Gold Collective event design. “You should source event technology based on need, not availability,” asserts Jody-Ann Rowe, owner of the Event Certificate.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

MARCH 7, 2019

It isn’t enough to get an event right, it has to be perfect. The processes that planners used to rely on are growing and evolving. When you’re stuck in an excel dedupe or in a game of “phone tag” with a hotel to book additional rooms days before the event, you’ve probably thought – there has to be an easier way to do this.

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 3, 2019

This event floorplan infographic shows you the most popular room setups and provides suggestions for which types of events are most suitable for each setup. For communicating effectively with the event setup staff and venue staff exactly how the event should be set up and what elements and furniture should be used and where.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

MAY 7, 2019

Evaluating hotel proposals is a time-consuming and multi-step process. On top of being fair to all concerned, it is important to remember that the destination, convention center and hotel(s) are going to play a very big part in the overall success of your event. Download the Checklist. Create an Assessment Criteria Spreadsheet.

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Planning Pod

MAY 3, 2017

NOTE: Some people believe you shouldn’t go to this level of detail, but when I have been pitched event ideas, the pitches that have helped me visualize the event theme, content or cause got C-level sign-off more frequently than those that didn’t. This is where pitching events takes on the characteristics of a sales cycle.

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Planning Pod

MAY 3, 2017

I formulated these 11 steps as a marketing executive – when I pitched execs from funded startups to Fortune 500s on everything from events to ad campaigns – and I promise you that they will give you more than a fighting chance to get your idea green-lighted. Step #1 – Determine how the event supports organizational goals.

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Planning Pod

JANUARY 25, 2017

. “Many events are over-hyped, and event sponsors get burned in the process. Build a professional brand image for your event. Often the first thing you do is go to their website or request/download their brochure to learn more about them and see if they are legitimate. Treat them like a member of the team.”

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Planning Pod

APRIL 29, 2020

Now the global shutdowns triggered by COVID-19 outbreaks have forced many of us to reconsider our understanding and opinion of and need for live online events, mainly because they are the only viable option to reach attendees and continue connecting with our audiences. Best practices for virtual event planning.

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