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Gatemaster Systems has more than a 20 years of experience as a software point of sale and ticketing solution for the amusement business. Clients include: family entertainment facilities, Ski Resorts, Museums, Zoos and Aquariums, and more.
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Gatemaster was founded in 1994 by individuals looking to provide a software solution for those in the admissions and attraction industry. We give admission and attraction business owners the tools and features they need to operate their business successfully while providing solutions to increase revenue through our point-of-sale, E-Commerce, and Ticketing platform.
3 Reasons Point-Of-Sale Software for Non-Profit Attractions Is Critical
Finding and keeping sufficient funds for your non-profit organization is an increasingly difficult task at times. Within non-profit attractions, there is a lot to keep track of, and when it comes to your revenue the last thing you want is to lose track of any part of it. It’s crucial that the funds you have are utilized in the best ways possible, and keeping track of it all can seem like an unyielding task. However, a new point-of-sale (POS) software may give you everything you need to do it all.
Why Our Haunts Love Their Haunted Attraction POS
When we talk with haunted attractions using the Gatemaster POS, they all report similar traits that make them love the system. When Land of Illusion owner, Amber Oakley was asked what her favorite Gatemaster feature is, she said “The ability to do it all myself.” Amber and other haunt owners are able to not only do it all themselves, but also have a full view of their business all the time and manage everything in a user-friendly streamlined system.
Dos and Don’ts of Haunted Attraction Tickets
No doubt your haunted attraction has, or will have, horror-hounds flocking from miles away. A Point-of-Sale (POS) system can improve the experience of visiting your attraction for both the crowds of adrenaline-chasing guests and you. Whether you’re pre-selling tickets or taking payments at the box office, there’s a transaction with each guest at the entrance. Here are three of our top tips to ensure each visitor only experiences fright once they’re inside:
3 Steps to Implementing a Point-of-Sale for your Haunted Attraction
No doubt your haunted attraction has, or will have, horror-hounds flocking from miles away. A Point-of-Sale (POS) system can improve the experience of visiting your attraction for both the crowds of adrenaline-chasing guests and you. Whether you’re pre-selling tickets or taking payments at the box office, there’s a transaction with each guest at the entrance. Here are three of our top tips to ensure each visitor only experiences fright once they’re inside:
3 Biggest Ticketing Mistakes that Haunted Attractions Make
Haunted attractions can be a huge source of revenue during peak season, but if your haunt isn’t technologically advanced, you may be leaving money on the table. Below we dissect 3 ticketing mistakes that have the potential to take your season’s profits and hurt your business.
Building New Channels of Revenue with Your POS
When you have the right point-of-sale (POS) and E-Commerce solutions finding new channels of revenue isn’t hard at all. When setting up your new system, you may have been too stressed out or rushed by the opening of your facility and placed all your focus on a just basic setup. We all want to grow our businesses, but we can often get sidetracked by the day to day hustle and bustle. Gatemaster has some great tools available to help you increase your revenue:
4 Ways to Upgrade your Haunted Attraction Concessions this Season
Haunt season is quickly approaching! By now, you’re thinking of ways to boost sales this year over last year. Concessions offer a great way to add more revenue and profit to your haunt. Your food and drinks could rival the entertainment. Instead of offering the basics to your thrill-seekers – up your game with these 4 updates!
5 Ways E-Commerce Increases the Bottom Line
Many seasonal and/or smaller facilities hesitate when considering an e-commerce shopping cart due to the costs. Fortunately, investing in E-Commerce can increase your profits no matter or your size or seasonality. Gatemaster clients who have opted into our integrated E-Commerce program have reported up to a 25% increase in their sales!
3 Great Ways to Increase Ticket Booth Sales
Want more revenue from your walk-up ticket booth? There are several creative ways to get your guests purchasing more upfront, here are a few:
4 Ways to Simplify Operations
Maybe it’s time to take a look into your operations because correcting bad habits and using the right tools for your facility can save you a lot of time, revenue, and stress. Here are some ideas:
