Let’s face it – organization in business is an art and a skill. At times, it can make or break the special event you’re managing.

From the initial customer call to the aftermath of staff and vendor payments, organization is critical for special event management. Getting behind is the worst. Trying to get ahead when you are behind on tasks is always a challenge.

A system for organization and information will pay for itself many times. Some still use paper systems, which can have its challenges. Customer Booking Apps and Event management software that are designed to automate will organize for you!

Staying Ahead in Communication
Your vendors, team members, staffers, and customers need real-time communication of event details. When the team does not have the right information on time, it can put everyone behind schedule. Response time is critical for event management.

Stayed Ahead in Set Up
Time is of the essence when onsite setting up before special events. Time seems to evaporate when you are getting your team, equipment, props and decorations into place. There is never enough time to do everything! Organization in advance will speed up the set up process for gigs.

Staying Ahead in Wages and Payments
Disorganization can spell disaster when it comes to payments, wages and money. Your team members, staff workers and customers will be upset with unsettled money issues.

About the author: Patrick Duffek, Founder, www.EventLightNing.com, has managed thousands of special events for two decades in Silicon Valley, CA

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