by Tiffany Blair | May 29, 2026 | News & Events, Tips & Tricks
5 Operational Fixes Attractions Should Make Before Peak Attendance IAAPA projected more than 300 million North American theme park visits in 2024 (IAAPA). That’s a huge opportunity for attractions. But busy days also expose operational problems fast. Long lines.Slow...
by Sondra Shannon | May 18, 2026 | News & Events, Software, Systems, Tips & Tricks
Cloud-Native Attraction Software vs. Legacy Systems: Why the Industry is Shifting The attractions industry has changed dramatically over the last decade. Today’s guests arrive with a smartphone in hand and a specific set of expectations. They want mobile ticketing and...
by Sondra Shannon | May 1, 2026 | News & Events, Systems, Tips & Tricks
When Software Can’t Do Simple Math: The Real Cost of Inaccurate Reporting Most operators do not expect perfection from software. They understand that every system has a learning curve, a few quirks, and the occasional limitation. What they should expect, however, is...
by Tiffany Blair | Mar 27, 2026 | Case Studies, Industries, News & Events, Tips & Tricks
Premium Tier Trap in Venue Software | Gatemaster When operators evaluate new software, the conversation usually starts with one question: “What does it cost?” On paper, the answer often looks reassuring. The base price feels manageable. The system promises to replace...
by Tiffany Blair | Mar 17, 2026 | Case Studies, Industries, News & Events, Tips & Tricks
Your Software Vendor Shouldn’t Disappear After Go-Live Many operators assume support will be there when they need it. Sometimes it is. Sometimes it isn’t. When support is slow, impersonal, or unfamiliar with your setup, small issues can snowball into operational...
by Tiffany Blair | Mar 17, 2026 | Case Studies, Industries, News & Events, Tips & Tricks
One Operation. One Database. Zero Guesswork. At many attractions, operations rely on a patchwork of systems that were never designed to work together. Ticketing, food and beverage, retail, memberships, and reporting often operate in silos, forcing staff to bridge the...
