Price
Is there a set-up fee for Pleasant Tickets?
To get your system operational, there is no set-up fee.
To set up events/ticket creation, we make it easy for you: the program is easy-to-use, and we provide free training. However, if you wish, we are happy to set up your event at a low hourly cost.
There is a one-time, per venue, setup cost to create a clickable, reserved-seating map. This cost is dependent on the size of the venue and the number of seats, but, as a rule of thumb, it is usually about $0.50 per seat (less for smaller venues). For clients who have longer term contracts, this charge may be waved. We would be happy to provide you a quote once we get your full venue specifications.
Is there an annual license or maintenance fee?
Not usually. However, if you wish to move from a per-ticket fee to a longer term agreement and prefer this method of cash-flow management, we would be happy to consider the monthly-fee option.
What fees are charged to the customer and how much control will your organization have over setting those fees?
We do not charge any service fees to your customers. However, our system is completely flexible, and if you would prefer to move some of your fees (e.g. venue, service, delivery, etc.) to the purchaser, you have the option to do so. Payment to Pleasant Tickets can be taken from either the proceeds of the ticket face value, or from add-on service fees – it’s your choice. We typically invoice monthly based on per ticket sales.
Reports
What automated reports come with Pleasant Tickets?
There 4 core reports – order and ticket detailed report, sales report, transactional report and print/scan history report.
Can you create report filters and custom reports?
Yes, Pleasant Ticket's flexible filters allow you to create a customized output that meets your specific needs.
Staff Access
Is there a limit to the number of user accounts available in the Pleasant Tickets system?
No, there is no limit.
Can you customize the information or functions that individual users are able to access?
Absolutely. User permissions are set up by the main administrator. They can preset roles and permissions, and then assign any combination of them to the various users.
Is the software web-based and can the staff access if from the browsers available on their computers?
Yes, fully web-based and yes, it can be accessed from any browser.
User-Friendliness
Are there hands-on demonstrations available for Pleasant Tickets?
Yes, we would be happy to take any prospective clients through a demonstration of our Pleasant Tickets system.
How easy is the system for online customers to navigate?
It is very easy for online customers to navigate, including our unique Season Pass Exchange (enables the exchange of season/festival passes for individual event tickets). And, by the way, it is equally as easy for the box office to navigate.
For online purchases, is the system compatible with the last three versions of common internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, Chrome, etc)?
Yes, there are no limitations to system based on the browser the shopper uses.
Data Integration
Can Pleasant Tickets handle both online and internal sales?
Yes, our system is designed for both box office and online usage by the patron.
Can data be exported from the system and in what format?
Click-of-a-button easy! Customer data export is in CSV format for import into any database, or open directly using MS Excel.
Does the system include integrated functions that could replace any of your current software?
No need for separate upsell software, it’s included with Pleasant Tickets. When a customer is purchasing a ticket online, this up-sell feature allows you to “suggest the purchase” of other tickets (perhaps of a similar genre), or suggest the purchase of event-related products, such as T-shirts, Booklets, etc. Another popular use for this feature is to request donations that can be easily added to the shopping cart.
Does the system have a plug-in to sell tickets on a mobile device or smartphone?
This feature is currently under development will be available shortly. (Note that research suggests the need to have mobile-enabled tickets is a relatively low priority at this point in time.)
Does the system have the capability to integrate e-mail delivery?
E-mail delivery is accomplished through easy-export from of Pleasant Tickets, for import into an email program or online service. Please do not send out large volumes of emails from your organization’s Internet service! This could result in your service being shut down. Because of the strict CAN-SPAM email regulations in Canada and the US, it is wise to use a reputable online email service provider for all mass email programs, as they specialize in implementing campaigns compliant with the law, and have email servers capable of dealing with high volumes. We can suggest a few services for you – some of which offer a free service at low volumes (e.g., less than 2,000).
Data Security
Are online transactions in Pleasant Tickets protected with a data encryption layer?
Yes, and no sensitive data is stored, so there is no need to be concerned about hacking.
What kind of data is stored, and where?
Event and basic customer information is stored on Pleasant Solutions’ secured servers and is backed up daily. Only the last 4 digits of any credit card is stored with the customer purchase information, as this is a preferred way to search for a customer sales receipt in the event that a ticket is lost or the customer simply can’t retrieve their purchase.
Does the solution meet the compliance of the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS)?
Yes, fully compliant.
Infrastructure
Is the Pleasant Tickets software hosted online, or will you need a server to host it?
Pleasant Tickets is hosted online, so no other server is required.
Does the system include credit card processing, or will your organization need your own credit card processing solution?
If your concern is to keep costs as low as possible and ensure the proceeds from ticket sales go immediately into your bank account, it is best to get your own Internet payment processor set-up. We can help you with that.
If you prefer to use Pleasant Solutions’ processor, we can facilitate that request.
Will the system require your organization to rent or purchase ticket-printing equipment?
If your event is infrequent (e.g., once a year or a one-off, month long event), Pleasant Tickets will include the use of our equipment in the proposal.
If your event(s) happen frequently, it is probably more cost effective to purchase equipment (it keeps our costs down so we can keep your ticket fees low). In most cases, purchase requirements are limited, since computers and laser printers are often available at the box office. Equipment such as thermal printers and scanners may be purchased. Pleasant Solutions can arrange for purchases behalf of clients and help with setup.
Does the system have barcode capabilities, and will your organization need to rent or purchase barcode scanners?
The Pleasant Ticket system provides a complete ticketing solution which incorporates barcodes on all tickets. By using barcodes, each ticket can be scanned at the door so that reconciliation of ticket sales and usage can be handled automatically by the system. Secondly, using barcodes ensure the same ticket cannot be printed and used multiple times.
Pleasant Tickets highly recommends using the barcode and ticket scanning capabilities. As mentioned in the previous question, we can either provide the scanning equipment or arrange for purchase, depending on your requirements.
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