Case Study: End to end solutions at Hill Country Craft Beer Festival
We recently had the opportunity to demonstrate our full spectrum of capabilities at the Hill Country Craft Beer Festival, providing a comprehensive end-to-end solution for the event. From an intuitive ticket sale website, with scannable codes for entry for the day of the event, to a robust WiFi setup and continuous management throughout the event, and an efficient vendor point-of-sale system utilizing our proprietary Ronin POS machines, this festival showcased our ability to seamlessly handle all facets of a large outdoor event.
Challenge
The Hill Country Craft Beer Festival required an all-inclusive partner to manage various systems of the event, including:
Online ticket sales
On-site ticket scanning and entry
Payment transactions for food, drinks, and merchandise for all vendors
Stable and high-speed WiFi for vendors and attendees outdoors
Solution
Ronin POS delivered a complete solution tailored to the festival’s needs:
Ticket Sales and Management:
Created a dedicated event website with an easy-to-use ticket purchasing system.
A no-frills system ensured quick and secure transactions for attendees.
Emails sent with ticket scanning information for the day of the event.
On-Site Operations:
Scanning QR code tickets from guest’s phone made for a seamless and swift entry, reducing wait times and enhancing the attendee experience.
Ronin POS terminals at each vendor booth that had been pre-loaded with all vendor products, allowing for efficient sales of beer, food, and merchandise.
Six free “drink tokens” were ready to use on all wristbands.
Attendees had the ability to pay vendors with a credit card linked to their wristband for all food, drinks, and merchandise.
WiFi Infrastructure:
Installed and managed all WiFi networks for the event, ensuring continuous connectivity for vendors and attendees.
Monitored the network throughout the event to address any issues promptly, ensuring uninterrupted service.
Results
The integration of Ronin POS technology resulted in a smooth and successful event. Key outcomes included:
Increased Efficiency: The streamlined ticketing and entry process minimized delays, allowing attendees to enjoy the festival without long wait times.
Enhanced Vendor Sales: With reliable POS terminals and stable WiFi, the 40 different breweries and 6 local food trucks experienced seamless transactions, contributing to higher sales and customer satisfaction.
Great Local Vibe: The festival had a vibrant and cheerful atmosphere, with many happy attendees.
Positive Attendee Experience: Attendees benefited from quick access to event amenities and reliable internet connectivity, enhancing their overall festival experience.
Conclusion
The Hill Country Craft Beer Festival showcased Ronin POS’s unparalleled ability to provide an all-encompassing solution for outdoor events and festivals. By seamlessly integrating ticketing, transaction management, and technological infrastructure, we demonstrated how our comprehensive approach can significantly enhance operational efficiency and elevate the attendee experience. With a dedicated team and cutting-edge technology, Ronin POS is the ideal choice for event organizers seeking a reliable and fully integrated point-of-sale solution.
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