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 […]
How can technology help you address the changing needs of the death care sector?
Dying is expensive, and often it’s both unplanned and unexpected. In 2021, the median cost for a funeral and burial in the United States was approximately $7 848, while the median cost for a funeral with cremation was approximately $6 971. These costs are rising more and more each year, becoming increasingly overwhelming for families. […]
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 […]
Eight must-have features to look for in your cemetery, funeral home, or crematoria management software.
We’ve been talking a lot about the changes within the death care industry lately. From environmental concerns to financial ones, community needs are rapidly changing and different from ever before. As a death care provider, the best way to keep up with these changing needs is by ensuring your software is working for you. While […]
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 […]
Data Safety: Securing your business and personal data with 5 easy tips
Many of us feel that our security is good enough, believing that the passwords we use and security questions we set protect us, but how safe is it really? For most, extra steps in security settings are unnecessary, while simultaneously admitting that they believe their personal information and data are vulnerable to hackers. While admittedly […]
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 […]
The Australian Remembrance Army: ANZAC Day 2023
Anzac Day is a time to honour and remember those who have served and sacrificed for their country. It’s also an opportunity to recognise the tireless efforts of those who work behind the scenes to preserve the memory of our fallen soldiers. One group actively working to locate, preserve, re-letter, and care for headstones not […]