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Looking to Change Your Spa Management Software? Here Are Some Useful Tips

8/12/2016

 

Spa management software can give a considerable edge to your business. However, not any application will work well for your company. If your current software is not top quality, sticking to it can be detrimental in the long run.

If you want to change it, there are things you must consider first:

What You Dislike about the Current Application

To make an improvement, you first have to consider the downsides. Think about how easy to use or reliable your current application is. Consider the features you have and the ones you'd like to have.

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There are also a few other things to take into consideration:

  • Security. If you've ever had a virus or hacker breach, it's time to change the spa management software. The safety of your data and client information should be a priority for any company.

  • Reports. The more business intelligence you get from the application, the better. You need something that will show you sales averages, employee productivity, and much more.

  • Automation. The software should take care of some tasks by itself. Things like reminder emails and coupons can be handled by the application. If your current one doesn't do that, you should look for one that does.

  • Point of sale system. You need a powerful tool to speed up the buying process. The system should accept credit cards, scan bar codes, and update stocks in real-time.

If you are unhappy with any of the mentioned functions, look for spa management software that can do a better job.

You have options. Don't limit the growth of your business by compromising on quality.

If Your Hardware Handles the New Software

It's wrong to assume that any application will work just because the current one does. More features usually need more power.

Before buying anything, check with the developers and maybe an IT consultant. If your hardware can't support the new app, you could experience crashes or lag. It is paramount that you have the right equipment.

Your two main points of interest are the computers and the internet connection.

Newer spa management software might require more RAM or a better processor than the one you currently have. If your current setup is not enough, buy new hardware right from the software developer. It's safer that way.

Cloud-based applications can eat up considerable bandwidth. If your internet connection is not reliable, the software may be unusable. Consider getting a new contract with your ISP if necessary.

If You Can Migrate Data to the New Spa Management Software

The ability to send data to the new system without hassle is not exactly a feature, but it will save you time. Look for applications that can work with formats such as PDF and Word. They will make the transition easier.

While on the subject, make sure you save all your data before changing software, including:

  • Inventory lists

  • Client lists with contact information and loyalty points

  • Employee schedules

  • Software user list and their information

  • Financial records

Once your data is safe, you're ready to change apps. With the help of the developer's support team, you should not encounter any problems.

If you've decided to change systems, we have an excellent option for you: SalonTouch!  We provide all the features we talked about, and then some.

Get in touch with us and find out how our software can boost your company.

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