Bespoke Software For Event Planning & Management
Software supports a wide range of things that we do on a daily basis and without it, the world would be a completely different place. As we now do so much more online and through the use of software, it makes use to incorporate the right software into your operations, particularly if you operate in the event and hospitality industry.
Managing and arranging any event comes with challenges but it makes sense to streamline as many processes as possible. This will ensure that everything goes smoothly, especially when it comes to ticket booking sales.
There are often so many complexities to consider when planning an event, that a standard software solution just won’t cut it! From ensuring pre-orders can be taken quickly and easily, to having a live platform for people to order food & drink to their table at the event – for the more in-depth elements of event planning you need bespoke software!
But how exactly can all of these processes be easily streamlined when it comes to choosing the right event management software to use? Well, fear not, here at FanGo we’ve got the solution. Bespoke event management software! In this article we’re going to take a dive into what makes bespoke software so much better than the typical off the shelf solutions, and what the benefits of using bespoke software are!
The Shortcomings Of Off The Shelf Event Software?
Off the shelf event management software is often the first place that novice event planners will turn to. Platforms like Eventbrite offer a cost-effective solution to them in terms of standard ticketing and even some event advertisements. For some minor and less frequent events this can be sufficient, though it will still undoubtedly present challenges.
The problems that many event planners are going to face when it comes to off the shelf event planning software is that it is far too restrictive in what you can customise. For example, if you want to streamline pre-ordering management software that works for you, then generic software will come with issues and it won’t support the way in which you operate.
More often than not, generic event management software will either have features that you don’t need or on the flip side, they simply won’t have the level functionality that you are looking for. Essentially, you will be paying for ticketing software that can make things even more challenging than before you began using it!
Furthermore, you might find that the system runs into problems and that means spending time with the developer to sort out the issue. Now whilst this could perhaps also be true when it comes to bespoke event management software, in most cases these providers will have a much better handle on their customer service and have a dedicated account manager on hand to help resolve the issues effectively and immediately.
There are many horror stories of event planners who have been left hanging by live chats and email chains from the customer support of off the shelf software providers, all of which can cost time, money and in the worst cases be detrimental to the experience guests have at the event!
Why Bespoke Event Software Does It All
Bespoke software goes much further than “off-the-shelf” software. This is down to the fact that it is possible to have software that works with you and not against you. At FanGo, we make sure that all of the ticketing system software we create is truly bespoke and we do this by working closely with each client and their internal departments.
Whether you are arranging office Christmas parties, joiner parties or have been relying on standard Christmas parties management software, bespoke software will do so much more. Bespoke event software providers will always work much more closely with their client, ensuring that they gain a clear understanding of their needs and ideas. With this approach they are much more able to build bespoke software solutions that meet the requirements of complex events often being run to strict deadlines.
Through expert design and knowledge, it is then possible to create cost-effective, custom-developed software that really does go above and beyond. It will include the functions you need and it will become the backbone of your business. This ensures that booking tickets and pre ordering food and drink becomes a seamless task.
Not only does the above make your venue or event much more streamlined from a management perspective, but it also helps provide the greatest possible experience for attendees. Making the event welcoming is one thing, but if you’re leaving attendees in the dark on pre-ordering or leaving them to battle complicated ticketing processes, you’ll already be fighting an uphill battle to give off that great impression before the event has even arrived!
It’s no surprise that 94% of event marketers surveyed noted that event software makes it easier to achieve their business outcomes, but successful event marketing and planning can only be made possible through having a bespoke event software that is fit for the purposes you need it!
When it comes to bespoke software, it is not just about making your events stand out but it is also about increasing sales. So, when you have bespoke software and a ticketing system that is easy to use and intuitive, it makes it easier for people to engage with and with that we would expect you to see an increase in sales.
Start Taking Control Of Your Event Planning With Bespoke Software
If you are looking to optimise and improve the way in which you handle events, you can be sure that bespoke pre-ordering management software will transform the way in which you operate.
No longer will you be bogged down by having to coordinate multiple spreadsheets with partial data gathered from off the shelf event booking platforms! Using bespoke event management software will revolutionise the way you approach event planning and allow you to provide a world beating experience for every guest from the moment they go to book!
So what are you waiting for? Why not throw the generic and inept software in the bin and get in touch with the FanGo team today! We know just how to make your event planning dreams a reality with one simple and easy to use custom software!