Time Management at the Cemetery: Supporting Families, Employees, and Business Through Effective Use of Software
Striking a balance between supporting grieving families and maintaining the well-being of your staff is not about working harder—it’s about working smarter.
Ten essential features to look for in your cemetery management software.
The death care industry is rapidly evolving, and with it, the expectations of cemetery managers, funeral directors, and crematory operators. As the demand for innovative cemetery software grows, so does the need for solutions that simplify operations, improve accuracy in cemetery records, and provide a seamless customer service experience. Choosing the right cemetery management software […]
Changing needs within the death care sector: What modern families are asking for.
The death care sector is changing rapidly. In 2005, the cremation rate hovered around 35%, a number that at the time was astronomical considering that in the 1970s, only 5% of the US population was cremated. In 2022 however, an enormous 59.3% of the US population was cremated, with studies and projections predicting this number […]
How can technology help you address the changing needs of your community?
We spoke in a recent post about the changing needs within the death care industry and how your communities are embracing these changes. While person-to-person these needs differ, the industry as a whole is noticing an enormous shift. From sustainability to affordability, what’s important to families is continuing to change. From a business perspective, these […]
Changing needs within the death care industry: what your community is asking for.
In many Western countries, Australia and the United Kingdom included, cremation has begun far eclipsing burial as the preferred method of interment. One Australian study found that 71% of participants chose cremation when organising a funeral for a loved one. Similar statistics from the Cremation Society of Great Britain show that presently 75% of British […]
The Future of Cemetery Florals: Trends and Innovations in Floral Arrangements for Cemeteries.
Coping with the loss of loved ones is a challenging task for many, and the pressure to preserve their memories is difficult to manage during a difficult time. Many families looking to honor their loved ones decorate their graves with floral arrangements that bring life, joy, and color to an often-demanding day. Cemetery florals have […]
The History of Cemetery Florals: How Flowers Have Played a Role in Death Care Throughout Time
The art of gifting flowers is something that has existed across cultures as far back as the Stone Age, their beauty and symbolism providing both tribute and comfort to those who have lost loved ones. Across times, cemetery florals have played a significant role in death care, evolving as we have. In this post, we’ll […]
Thinking Ahead: Why Cemeteries Should Be Marketing Preneed
Preneed has always been a marketing buzzword for funeral homes, but it can be just as profitable for cemeteries as well. While many people shy away from considering their final resting place, cemeteries have an amazing opportunity to share the benefits of their offerings. By making existing customers familiar with the surroundings, amenities and services […]
Finding Families: How Cemeteries Can Aid in Genealogy Searches
Searching for long-lost—or even until-now-unknown—relatives is nothing new. When European immigrants made their way to the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, genealogy was a way for them to prove their social status. As decades wore on, more and more people became interested in becoming ancestral detectives, of sorts—learning not only […]
