Okay, we think we’ve found the absolute best new tool for managing the schedule for events, and it’s called “Sched.”
Creating, managing, and publishing a complex calendar for an event is typically a nightmare. Often there are changes, and there is seldom a good way to keep attendees updated about changes in venue or schedule. Even if you do have an app to help you with this, most are so cumbersome your attendees don’t want to use them. (Especially if they have to download a special app developed just for the event.)
Sched hopes to solve all this and more. They’ve developed a truly smooth user experience for event scheduling and management, filled with features. The service includes:
1. An Event Website: A gorgeous site to showcase your event details and increase registration.
2. Mobile Web App: Built for iOS and Android, attendees have access to everything on-the-go. (App distributed in the Apple App Store & Google Play Store.)
3. Digital Signage: Display your schedule on monitors or projectors around your event.
4. Paper Guides: Print-ready versions of your event schedule fit into your paper guides.
5. Calendar Syncing: Keep Google Calendar, Outlook and Apple iCal synced to event updates.
Beyond this, the app helps with registration, event feedback, and even includes sophisticated social integration to keep your attendees connected and engaged.
No, it’s not free, but they do offer special pricing for non-profits. Even for full price, it’s well-worth considering.
Running an event? Planning one with others? Do not miss Sched!
