What is Sched?
Sched is a comprehensive event management software platform built to streamline the complexities of event planning. It provides organizers with a unified toolkit to manage various aspects of an event, from initial scheduling to post-event analytics. Designed for flexibility, Sched caters to a wide range of event types, including conferences, conventions, festivals, seminars, and professional development sessions, serving industries like K-12 schools, higher education, and non-profit organizations.
The platform focuses on simplifying tasks such as juggling schedules, managing speakers, and handling registrations and ticketing. It offers features like a mobile event app to enhance attendee experience with personalized schedules and real-time updates. Sched supports in-person, virtual, and hybrid event formats, providing tools like room capacity management, customizable event pages, speaker and sponsor portals, automated call for papers, attendee check-in options, and integrated AI for generating event content like session titles and descriptions, aiming to reduce stress for event planners and create memorable experiences for attendees.
Features
- Scheduling Tools: Build, manage, and share event schedules with personalized options for attendees.
- Event Registration & Ticketing: Automate sign-ups, offer customizable forms, manage multiple ticket types, and process payments.
- Mobile Event App: Provide attendees with a branded native app for schedules, session content, and notifications.
- Call for Papers Management: Automate speaker submission collection and review processes.
- AI Event Planner: Leverage AI for generating session titles and descriptions.
- Attendee Tracking & Check-in: Monitor attendance with flexible check-in options (QR codes, manual) and exportable data.
- Page Management: Create custom event websites with welcome pages and embed options.
- Sponsor & Speaker Management: Display sponsor information and empower speakers to manage their session details.
Use Cases
- Organizing large multi-track conferences.
- Managing festivals with complex schedules and ticketing.
- Streamlining professional development events for schools and organizations.
- Planning conventions and symposiums with vendor and sponsor integration.
- Hosting virtual and hybrid events with integrated scheduling and content access.
- Simplifying event registration and ticketing processes.
- Automating the call for papers/speakers process.
FAQs
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How many events can I plan with Sched?
You can plan unlimited events, including conferences, workshops, virtual seminars, hybrid gatherings, and ongoing in-person events. -
Can I try Sched before committing to a subscription?
Yes, a 30-day free trial is offered to experience the full functionality. Contact Sched for longer trial periods or live event testing. -
Do Call for Papers and Call for Speakers mean the same thing?
Yes, these terms, along with Call for Presenters and Abstract Management System, describe the process of collecting and reviewing speaker submissions, which Sched's Call for Papers feature supports. -
Do you offer any discounts?
Yes, discounts are available for nonprofits, startups, educational, and government organizations. Contact Sched for specific pricing. -
Is there a money-back guarantee?
Yes, Sched offers a 60-day, 100% money-back guarantee if event administrators review the support guides and video tutorials.
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