Is there one tried and true road to a successful event? Not really. A number of recommendations were first published as advertising for specific event products, so buyer beware!  Promotion has turned some of them into myths that too often fail to live up to their hype. It is not how much you spend but what value and convenience you provide that matters.   1- Going first class sells   In reality, the more you spend on an event also might send a message that you will be expensive. This can cause you to […]

One of the most popular ways to keep track of your employees, staff, contractors and visitors coming in and out of your business is to utilize Visitor Management Kiosks. Kiosks make the check in and check out process for a business seamless and easy. Visitor Management Kiosks work well on or near reception desks giving you the option for manned or unmanned entry and exit points on your business. Personalise For Your Business The Visitor Management Kiosks cater to every individual business as no two companies have the exact same […]

  For an event to be successful for any business, the choice of venue is key. If you are a planning a corporate event, aside from utilizing the Event Management feature on the Visitors Management System to keep things organized, you will also need to choose the right venue.   Factor in The Venue’s Service and Image   If a venue has notoriously bad service, known around the industry, you might want to avoid it for your corporate events. A great event is largely dictated by service. Event planners should […]

The timing of an event can often be the difference between a bad event and a good one. When planning an event, you will want to consider just what time of the year will be best. An event at the right time of the year be a uccessful event in terms of attendance and even when amassing an impressive set of speakers.   Schedule Your Event Around a Major Festival or Another Event   Chances are you will garner more success for your event when you plan it around a […]

You might have used our Event Management feature to plan a stellar event, only to find that your guest list is looking quite thin. Many event and meeting planners are under the assumption that if they plan a great event, everyone will show up. That is not always the case. You will need to reach out to potential event attendees in a certain manner to ensure your event isn’t a ghost town. Event planners can begin reaching out to potential attendees by looking for other associations and organizations to present […]

Business and other events would be empty without keynote speakers. They are what draw many people to events. They also determine whether an event will be successful or not. Choosing your keynote speakers is often the first step you will want to make for your event. To select the right speakers for your event and to keep exhibitors and attendees happy, you need to consider several factors when selecting candidates. As the event organizer, you want to meet with your potential keynote speakers in person. This can help you determine […]

Hosting an event like a trade show is no doubt a learning process. Each year you learn something new about running the event, and most organisers adjust accordingly. Anything from the venue to scheduling may need to be adjusted, and one of the best ways to know what works and what doesn’t is to ask your exhibitors. Getting Exhibitor Feedback At the conclusion of your event, make sure you get feedback from your exhibitors. Most of them have been to multiple trade shows and they can tell you the high […]

A receptionist can act as the face of your company, as they are the first person that visitors to your office or job site will see. But is it really necessary to have someone employed full-time to sit at a reception desk? These days, more businesses are opting for other alternatives, including hiring staff that can multitask; completing reception duties as necessary, and then moving along to complete other necessary tasks. Some companies are choosing not to have a true receptionist on location at all, and instead, these businesses may […]

Whatever your visitor policy, it is important that you have staff trained to greet visitors in a way that is professional, yet friendly. After all, the person at a reception desk, for example, is the one that provides that essential first impression about any business. Tips for Office Greetings Greet people clearly when they enter – you don’t want any visitor left feeling unwelcome or unrecognized when they enter the building. Don’t risk creating this impression by greeting visitors too quietly. Keep your demeanor professional, but friendly! Make sure visitors […]

Construction sites are flooded daily with a steady stream of workers, subcontractors, and people who are familiar with the safety regulations of the workplace. Many visitors, however, don’t have the same knowledge and training to ensure their safety on the job site. By implementing a policy specifically for visitors, you can limit the safety risks for everyone. Designate visitor-friendly areas – one way to ensure visitor safety is to keep certain areas of the job site off limits. Mark these spaces clearly and confirm with visitors that they understand the […]

A construction site is one place where keeping track of visitors is essential. However, beyond tracking and documentation, you’ve also got to ensure that your visitors are familiar will be safe, and that involves educating them: Make sure they review a manual on visitor safety – a basic safety manual should be read by all visitors before entering a work area. Additionally, they should also be verbally briefed by a site worker that can tell them about more specific things to watch out for. Have them sign that they understand […]

There comes a time in any construction project when the corporate bosses with the company behind the initiative will stop by to check out the site’s progress. This can be stressful, as these are the people that your staff is reporting to. However, a little preparation goes a long way: Have the foreman or a site supervisor escort the visitors – this is for the sake of safety, and effectively informing the corporate executives visiting your site. Ensure that someone is available to greet them, so they don’t end up […]