5 Types of Common Distractions to Eliminate From Your Office Today

Are your employees suffering from these common office distractions?

Business Owners: Use These Best Practices for Goal Setting

Business goal setting is crucial. The right goals can ensure that you’re making progress in the right direction. Use these goal-setting tactics to thoughtfully choose the right goals for your business.

5 Tools for Smoother Emergency Evacuations in the Workplace

These emergency evacuation tools for your office can help keep your employees and building occupants safer in the case of a fire or another emergency.

What You Need to Know About Starting a Concierge Medical Practice

If you’re thinking about opening a concierge medical practice, here are a few things to keep in mind.

Feature Update: Google Drive and Dropbox integration

The Receptionist for iPad has added two new integrations to the software that make saving important documents collected during the check-in process even easier. These latest integrations let customers instantly save and file signed copies of legal documents and agreements…

Visitor Management and Marketing: A Winning Combination

Visitor management marketing can be a powerful tool for businesses who want to make a good impression on visitors.

Unique check-in options help U-Turn Sports Performance Academy manage growing visitor needs

Within the walls of the Richmond, Virginia-based U-Turn Sports Performance Academy exists a multi-faceted and fast-paced ecosystem. As the name suggests, youth sports development is a major focus for the organization. However, U-Turn’s facility also serves as an event space…

Personalized Workspace Design: What It Is and Why Employees Love It

Personalized workspace design is an important office perk for modern employees. Here’s how to offer it in your workplace.

Feature Update: Zapier integration

The Receptionist for iPad has launched a brand new integration that allows you to increase the scope of The Receptionist platform and trigger events in more of the apps you use daily. The new Zapier integration allows customers to seamlessly…

Does Your Business Really Need Security Cameras?

Office security cameras can play a key role in the physical security of your business. Here’s what to know as you consider surveillance options for your company.

How to: Developing the Best Mail and Delivery Policy for Your Office

An office mail policy that addresses how deliveries and packages should be handled can be a crucial part of boosting office security.

5 Ideas for Making Stronger Connections With Your Customers

Every company wants to connect with its customers. In order to forge deeper relationships, try keeping messages simple, personal, and meaningful.

Digital visitor log eliminates safety training headaches for Fairborn Cement Company

Whenever a visitor steps onsite at the 3,500-acre Fairborn Cement Company facility in Fairborn, Ohio, there are many safety precautions in place to ensure each guest’s on-site experience keeps them out of harm’s way. Every visitor must go through a…

Does Your Front Desk Staff Need Emergency Response Training?

Office emergency training can be a powerful tool for your front desk staff. These administrators are uniquely suited to help act in emergency situations. Training can keep both the administrators and the rest of the office safer.

Comparing Phone Booth Options for Your Office

If you’re looking for office phone booths to cut down on the noise and increase privacy in an open office plan, there are many features to consider. Here’s what to look for in your search for an office phone booth.

How to Recognize Suspicious Behavior in Your Office Lobby

Good lobby security starts with an observant staff. Make sure they know exactly what to look for when it comes to suspicious behavior that could indicate an impending crime, and how they should alert the rest of the staff.

5 Access Control Strategies That Minimize Risk at Long-Term Care Facilities

Improve the access control at your long-term care facilities and minimize risk to your residents, visitors and staff in the process.

Visitor management system dishes up sweet check-in experience for Bimbo Canada

Managing the hundreds of visitors that Bimbo Canada welcomes each week to its numerous offices dispersed all across Canada used to be a daunting task for Caitlyn Bannister. Bannister is the Facilities and Leasing Coordinator for Bimbo Canada, a manufacturer…

Actual Scripts to Use When You Follow Up With Facility Visitors

If you want to improve your office visitors’ experience, don’t stop when they leave. Follow up using these scripts.

4 Ways Criminals Can Sneak Into Your Office (And How to Stop Them)

These office security tactics can help your front desk staff with identifying potential threats.

Bustling manufacturing plant handles various types of visitors with digital check-ins

At Hynes Industries, a custom fabricator of roll formed, strip and wire metal products, every day sees numerous visitors pass through the doors of its expansive Youngstown, Ohio, headquarters and Painesville, Ohio, manufacturing plant. The company buys and processes literally…

Should You Add a Second Office Location? 5 Factors to Consider

Before you invest in a second office location, you need to make sure it won’t hurt your cash flow, operations, or office culture.

“Open Houses” Aren’t Just for Realtors. Here’s Why They’re a Great Marketing Tool for Your Business

You might think of open houses as mostly a real estate tool, but open houses also have benefits for many other kinds of businesses. Here’s why you should open your doors for one of these special events, and how to make the most of it when you do.

Logistics provider Freight Hub finds visitor management match with The Receptionist for iPad

Using technology to mitigate the pitfalls and inefficiencies of the logistics marketplace is the speciality of third-party logistics company Freight Hub. The company prides itself on applying its proprietary automation and data tools to help companies ship and store goods…

4 Best Practices for Prioritizing the Privacy of Your Office Visitors

Office visitor privacy is something that your staff needs to consciously prioritize. Here are four ways to do just that.

How (and Why) to Respond to Critical Reviews Online

You can reply to critical reviews of your business in a way that minimizes their damage. Use these tactics to make sure your responses are quick and efficient.

Digital check-ins improve quality of visitor interactions for Simplemente

At Simplemente, a systems integrator to the media and entertainment industry in Mexico City, establishing a personal connection with each visitor that walks through its doors has been a top priority in the nearly two decades the company has been…

4 Easy Ways to Make Your Reception Area More Welcoming

If you want to welcome office visitors the right way, you need to make them feel right at home. Here are a few easy ways to do that.

How to Develop a Crisis Communications Plan for Your Office

An office crisis communications plan is an integral part of a solid emergency preparedness strategy. Here’s how to develop one for your office.

4 Tips for Managing Security for a Multi-Tenant Building

Managing security for multi-tenant buildings can be tricky. However, with these best practices, you can ensure a secure experience for tenants and their visitors.

Interruptions vanish for wellness practice thanks to visitor management system

Interruptions are a major source of lost productivity for many businesses. According to Atlassian.com, the average employee is interrupted from their work 56 times a day and spends a total of 2 hours recovering from those interruptions. At the…

How to Design the Perfect Visitor Check-in Flow

Visitor check-in design is a bit of an art and a bit of a science. Here’s how to design a visitor-check in flow that works for your office.

ID Capture: Do’s and Don’t’s

If you’re considering using ID capture to boost security and compliance, you could be putting your visitors’ privacy at risk. Here’s what to consider.

Industry compliance among top visitor management system benefits for Denver-based Cultivated Synergy

With several states in recent years passing laws decriminalizing or legalizing cannabis, businesses of all sorts have taken root to serve the needs of this fast-growing niche. Yet despite the rapid growth of the cannabis industry, many businesses in the…

How to Keep Facility Visitors From Leaving Bad Reviews Online

Preventing bad online reviews from visitors to your office, store, or facility can be tricky. It is possible, though, with the help of a solid feedback infrastructure, a follow-up system, and relevant staff training.

How to Handle Disruptive Visitors at Your Care Facility

What in the world do you do with disruptive visitors at your care facility? The solution lies in de-escalation and more importantly, prevention.

7 Ways to Make Your Office More Flexible (and Get More Value From the Space)

Want a more flexible office? You can get more value out of each square foot of your office space by making it more versatile. Start with these tips.

Maintaining visitor confidentiality at check-in is key for Calgary-based company, Incito

For many businesses, ensuring customer and client privacy is an enormous priority. However, one area that often gets neglected when it comes to protecting sensitive information is the front desk. Paper visitor log books. Customers that have to announce their…

3 Tactful and Effective Ways to Market Your Therapy Practice

The right marketing for therapists can be affordable and effective without distracting from your core psychology work.

The Case for Designing Quiet Spaces in Your Office or CoWorking Space

The benefits of quiet spaces at work are well-documented. There are simple ways to make sure that your employees can concentrate and get their work done.

4 Easy Ways to Boost Your Rehab Center’s Online Visibility

Rehabilitation centers have plenty of options when it comes to marketing. But some tactics are much more effective than others when it comes to attracting local attention. Here are a few of the best rehab center marketing tactics to consider.

Satellite manufacturer LeoStella discovers easier, more secure check ins with The Receptionist for iPad

Many of us have been in that awkward situation where we walk into a new business or office for the first time, and we’re not sure where to go or what to do. Having a friendly face at the front…

Want to Improve Your Front Desk Experience? Pretend to be a First-Time Visitor.

Front desk management plays a huge role in the impression that visitors get of your office. To optimize that experience, you need fresh eyes and a new perspective.

Feature Update: QR code check in

The Receptionist for iPad has released to all customers the ability to allow guests to check in for their visit using a QR code on their mobile device. With the QR code check-in option, pre-registered visitors or returning visitors will…

5 Best Visitor Management Practices for Retirement Homes

The best visitor management for retirement homes includes initiatives to optimize privacy, safety, and administrative efficiency.

Bioengineering firm Synlogic reimagines a better way to welcome visitors

At Synlogic, a Cambridge, Mass.-based bioengineering company, scientists work to create what the company calls “living Synthetic Biotic™ medicines.” In short, the company uses naturally occurring human gut bacteria as the foundation to re-engineer them into rare disease-fighting medicines. On…

Exploring the Backlash to Open Office Design (and Evaluating Alternatives)

Here’s how businesses can keep the best features of open office design, such as space and light, while getting rid of the noise and interruptions.

Brain Injury Services eases clients through check-in with efficiency, privacy

Creating a welcoming and uncomplicated experience from the moment a client walks in the door is paramount for most businesses. When your clientele is made up of survivors of brain injuries, strokes, and concussions like that of Brain Injury Services…

What to Look for in Long-Term Care Facility Software

Long-term care software can be a very important tool for residential care facilities. Here’s what to consider in your search.

Guest post: Nexis Wellness creates a simplified and comforting check-in process with The Receptionist for iPad

This post is a guest blog written by Scott Zimmerman, the Founder and CEO of Nexis Wellness and a Receptionist for iPad customer. When prospective members of Nexis Wellness first learn about the affordable office solutions our health and wellness…

How to Prioritize Security at Your Co-Working Space Without Killing the Inviting Atmosphere

Coworking space security is important, and it doesn’t have to come at the expense of a fun, relaxed atmosphere.

Customs compliance and ease of use highlight digital check-in benefits for logistics company Future Forwarding

Just as Kevin Dalton was starting his new job as the Warehouse General Manager for Future Forwarding, a distribution and warehousing logistics company, in late 2018, the company experienced a shift in its front office operations. The company’s receptionist had…

Best Practices for Visitor Management at Substance Abuse Treatment Centers

Substance Abuse Treatment Center Visitor ManagementThe key to effective substance abuse treatment center visitor management are to prioritize privacy, security, and safety.

Food manufacturer Nut Butter Concepts controls check-in chaos with digital visitor management system

The front office of a food manufacturing plant can be incredibly hectic, as vendors, contractors, deliveries, employees, and other guests come and go at all times. Keeping track of everything and understanding who is going where — all while maintaining…

6 Amazing Software Tools for Therapists

Therapy software can be a great way to automate therapy offices, from solo practices to larger institutions. Here are some of the tools and features to consider for your practice.

5 Myths About Data Privacy Debunked

Workplace data privacy efforts are crucial. Data breaches destroy customers’ trust and can result in huge expenses and legal fees. Make sure you understand the following security myths and take steps to fix them.

How to Make an Impression that Office Visitors Will Remember

Want to really impress office visitors? Incorporate more than just visual cues in the lobby. Consider adding inviting scents, sounds, and more.

Feature Update: Employee Check In and Check Out

The Receptionist for iPad’s latest feature release offers our customers the ability to track employee check-in and check-out activity separate from visitors with a new Employee button type. The Receptionist for iPad users have numerous different button types to choose…

7 Features to Look for In Facility Management Software

Facility management software can handle many important tasks, from managing assets to monitoring energy use. Start your search for software by establishing your priorities.

Visitor Management Software Pricing: What Do I Get for the Money?

Confused about visitor management software pricing? For the best ROI on visitor management software, look for a program that automates the entire visitor check-in experience.

The Receptionist for iPad eases check-in anxiety for therapists and clients at Therapy Space

Even at co-working facilities, where the hustle and bustle of having multiple companies under the same roof adds to the allure, disruptions can be productivity killers. For Therapy Space, a network of co-working locations specifically serving the behavioral health…

4 Time-Saving Tips for Small Businesses

If you run a small business, your time is extremely valuable. Read on to find some practical, affordable small business time-saving tips that you can use today.

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The Pros and Cons of Hiring Additional Office Support Staff

If you’re considering another office admin hire, you’ll have to weigh the pros and cons. Read on to evaluate factors like cost, scheduling flexibility, and office space.

Radisson Hotel Group creates upscale visitor check-in experience at redesigned headquarters

For hotel operators, the guest check-in experience is near the top of the list when it comes to priorities, right up there with the cleanliness of the rooms. Radisson Hotel Group, which boasts more than 1,400 properties around the world,…

5 Companies That Do Visitor Experience Right

Businesses of all shapes and sizes can benefit from using visitor management tools to improve the office visitor experience. Just look to these five companies for proof.

4 Trends Influencing Small Business Marketing Today

These small business trends take advantage of the latest technology to make a big difference in your bottom line. Have you tried them yet?

Go Green: 5 Sustainable Cost-Saving Ideas for Your Business

Looking for sustainability tips for businesses? Here are some that can also save your business money in the long run.

6 Questions You Should Ask When Evaluating Visitor Management Software

Choosing visitor management software is an important job. Before you make an investment, get the answers to these questions.

Why We Trademarked the Term “Radical Support®”

Radical Support has been central to our business identity for a while now. Here’s why we decided to formalize that with an official trademark.

The Receptionist’s Year in Review 2018

The Receptionist had another record year in 2018, and we want to take a moment to look back at some of the high points in a year of firsts for us. Our growth is first and foremost attributable to our…

How Business Security Pays for Itself

Determining the ROI on business security efforts isn’t exactly simple, but estimating their monetary value can help put their benefits into perspective.

3 Ways Cyber Threats and Business Security Will Change in 2019

Business security threats have always been on business leaders’ radar, but rapidly advancing technology makes it even more important to keep up on the latest dangers.

6 Best Visitor Management Practices for Therapy Clinics

The best kind of visitor management for therapists puts a priority on visitors’ emotions and on their confidentiality.

What’s a Check In Day, and why do we think they’re so awesome?

We love to do things radically different here at The Receptionist. Whether its giving you a behind-the-scenes look of our search for a Director of Sales on our podcast or trademarking the phrase Radical Support® (more on that in an…

5 Things You Need to Know to be a Successful Facilities Manager

Facility managers need much more than technical knowledge to succeed on the job. Facility management skills must also include big-picture knowledge like the kinds we describe in this article.

Your Comprehensive Daily Visitor Management Checklist

Make the job of visitor management at your organization a little easier with this comprehensive list of daily tasks. Our visitor management checklist contains everything you need to know for scheduling, planning, and maintenance.

5 Tips That Operations Managers Can Use Today

Operations managers have a lot of roles to fill in an organization. These 5 tips will help them focus on what’s important.

Feature Updates: Dark Mode and custom check-out questions

We often hear that our customers love all of the ways they can customize The Receptionist for iPad, and now, two new feature updates offer up even more ways to create a unique and well-rounded visitor check-in experience. Dark Mode…

TechPlace finds visitor tracking success with The Receptionist for iPad’s customizations

When a business welcomes 5,000 visitors through its doors in its first year and never makes any money from those visitors, that’s usually a sign that things are not going to work out.  But for the staff at TechPlace, an…

How the California Ruling on Independent Contractors Could Affect Your Business

A recent ruling in California could change how companies classify employees and independent contractors. Here’s what you should know about the Dynamex ruling.

How Much Office Space Do You Really Need?

How much office space do you really need? We can’t give you an exact figure, but we can explain which variables you should consider.

Feature Updates: Custom email domains and departments

We’re back with two new feature updates for The Receptionist for iPad that will make your visitor check-in experience even more efficient! Custom email domains With the release of the highly requested custom email domains feature, you can now add your…

Paper Visitor Logs Are More Expensive Than Visitor Registration Apps. Here’s Why

Traditional paper visitor logs may seem simple and affordable at first glance, but they come with significant costs. By comparison, visitor registration apps offer features and advantages that can save offices more money.

4 Tips for Conducting Workplace Emergency Drills

Workplace safety drills are an essential part of an effective safety plan. However, some drills may work better than others. Here’s why.

How to Evaluate a Potential Office Space

A thorough office space evaluation is a critical step in the process of finding a new location for your company. Here are a few things to look for in any potential office.

Want to Try Visitor Sign-In Software for Your Office? Avoid These 4 Common Mistakes

Visitor sign-in software should make your front desk run more smoothly, but without proper planning, the transition could cause some disruptions.

Feature Updates: Location Management

For companies with more than one location, building, or office, implementing the highest rated visitor management system in The Receptionist for iPad has been made easier than ever with the rollout of our location management functionality. With The Receptionist for…

How a startup incubator’s search for check-in software landed at The Receptionist for iPad

At the Civil-Military Innovation Institute, Inc., (CMI2) headquarters in West Virginia, several companies exist under one roof, all with a focus on supporting United States Department of Defense and developing dual-use (for government and commercial use) technologies. Each individual company…

The Receptionist for iPad named the leader in visitor management software in 3 reports by G2 Crowd

DENVER, Colo. — The Receptionist today announced that the company’s cloud-based visitor management system, The Receptionist for iPad, has been named the leader in three visitor management software categories in G2 Crowd’s Fall 2018 Report. Customers of The Receptionist…

5 Valuable SaaS Tools For Food Manufacturers

Modern SaaS tools for food manufacturers can do everything from track product ingredients to streamline the quote process.

How to Create an Effective Visitor Agreement (And Which Mistakes to Avoid)

A visitor access policy can be a great way to clarify visitors’ responsibilities before they enter your facility. But if they’re not done right, dangerous gaps could leave your company at risk.

Don’t Hire an Architect to Design Your New Office Until You’ve Done This

Hiring a commercial architect is an essential step in most new office moves. However, you shouldn’t involve them until you have a clear idea of what you need in an office.

5 Online Tools to Improve Front Office Administration at Your School

Great school office tools can make administrators’ jobs much easier. Here are five software programs developed just for educational institutions.

Featured Business — Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise

As the executive assistant for the Chattanooga (Tenn.) Neighborhood Enterprise, a housing nonprofit that focuses on homeowner education and counseling, Hannah Clark has to keep track of and account for just about everything. Donations and grants. Office supplies. Time. And…

Safety Culture in Manufacturing: 3 Ways to Make it Stick

A strong manufacturing safety culture requires simplicity, consistency, and emotion. Here’s how to build safety culture at your plant.

4 Ways to Protect Your Legal Clients’ Privacy That You May Have Overlooked

Your legal clients’ confidentiality is your responsibility. Don’t overlook these tactics to protect their privacy.

Food and Beverage Manufacturers: Plan for These Emergency Scenarios

Food manufacturing emergencies can do a lot of damage to your bottom line. Here’s how to prepare for food manufacturers’ unique needs for emergency planning.

3 Crucial Rebranding Tactics for Engineering Firms

You may need to rebrand your engineering firm in order to stand out in a competitive landscape. Here’s how to tell a compelling story about your firm.

Best Practices for Access Control at Schools and Colleges

School access control is an important part of a comprehensive security plan. Here’s how to establish secure entry points at your facility.