Five Unconventional Uses of Appointment Scheduling Software

Say ‘appointments’ and people think of doctors and salons.  However, more and more industries are coming up with less conventional uses:

• Companies are using appointment scheduling as part of the sales process. For example, Merchant Payment Services (MPS) allows prospects and new visitors to its Web site to immediately schedule a time to learn more about MPS’ products and services.
• Universities are using appointment scheduling to better serve their “customers” – students who are “digital natives.” Students can self-schedule everything from activities at fitness centers to proctored exams.
• Health insurance companies are using appointment scheduling software to provide better service and greater value to their plan members.  Members can schedule calls with clinicians and medical advisors at the insurance company.
• Entrepreneurs are using appointment scheduling software to better manage the business and their own time. TheDrumConnection eliminated administrative burdens with appointment scheduling software.
• StoryCorps, a non-profit organization, focuses on its mission of recording the stories of our lives without wasting limited resources on manual scheduling.  The everyday people who contribute their stories to StoryCorps can book their appointments online.

Appointment scheduling software is not just about managing appointments.  It has evolved into a solution for lowering administrative burdens, improving customer service and adapting to customers’ life styles.

Kelley Kassa
TimeTrade Blogging Team

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