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PlotBox in the Sunshine State: ICCFA Convention and Exposition 2024

We look back on the ICCFA's flagship Convention and Exposition, held in Tampa Bay.

How to Ensure Effective Trust Fund Management and Why It Matters

Discover why a cloud-based financial management solution is essential for overcoming the challenges of managing your trust funds.

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A Growing Future for Heartwood Preserve with PlotBox

Learn how PlotBox's cemetery management software is helping green burial site Heartwood Preserve to connect families to the locations of their loved...

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Cremations, Memorials and Streamlined Processes: How Kensal Green Transformed Their Operations with PlotBox

Discover how one of London's ‘Magnificent Seven’ is preserving it's legacy and protecting its future with PlotBox's deathcare management solution.

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Ease of Use is the Burial Order of the Day for East Hants with PlotBox

Senior Cemeteries Officer at East Hampshire District Council, Frank Swift tells us how PlotBox is helping them to reach their goal of paperless...

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7 Reasons You Need an Easy to Use Deathcare Management Solution

An intuitive deathcare management solution will deliver a wide range of benefits. Here are just seven of them.

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Intuitive Cemetery Software and Ease of Use: Why it Matters

An easy to use cemetery management solution provides a wide range of benefits. Here's what they are and why you need PlotBox.

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More Than Just A Software Solution: Why Support is Key

Support isn't just for when something breaks, it's about a partnership based on shared expectations. Here's what you should expect from your vendor...

Families First: PlotBox Boosts Crematorium Service

Providing families with the best customer service is at the heart of empathetic death care. Discover how a crematorium management software solution...

We Are the Champions: 5 Benefits of Advocates in Digital Transformation

Digital transformation means bringing people along with you on a journey. Ensure there are fewer bumps along that road by nominating champions for...

Cemetery Digital Change Management: Taking it from the Top

How we manage change can greatly impact its success or failure. We explore why buy-in from leadership is crucial for successful digital...

Global Deathcare Innovations Transforming End-of-Life Experiences

We’ve seen first-hand the benefits of shared learnings that come from a commitment to world-class global deathcare development. Here are a few...

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What’s on your mind? What does 2024 look like for Cemeteries and Crematoriums?

Insights from cemetery and crematorium customers inform deathcare provision as we enter 2024.

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PlotBox Aids Woodvale Cemetery in Service Enhancement

Learn how PlotBox's grave search portal Everafter is turning genealogy into an enriching and meaningful experience for Woodvale Cemetery and its...

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A Guiding Hand: Digital Cemetery Mapping and the Power of Connection

Innovative cemetery mapping software connects communities and loved ones, fostering togetherness in cemeteries and crematoriums.

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Pre-need, Customers, Inventory: Revolutionising Mausoleum Management with Digital Mapping Software

From pre-need sales to enhancing customer service, innovative digital mapping software is helping managers to manage their mausoleums.

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6 Ways to Navigate New NSW Cemetery Licensing Changes

Six ways PlotBox's deathcare management solution will keep you ahead of the New South Wales Licence Conditions for Operators of Cemeteries and...

PlotBox Assists Antrim and Newtownabbey Council with Crematorium Management

Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council's new crematorium chooses PlotBox's management system for its efficiency and reliability.

PlotBox Boosts Pre-Need Sales at St. Theresa Columbarium

ER Funeral Planning tell us why PlotBox was the best solution for streamlining and maximising their pre-need sales processes for St. Theresa...

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PlotBox: Strengthening Family Connections, Streamlining Operations in North Carolina Municipality

Learn how municipality, the City of Durham is using PlotBox's cemetery management system to continue to serve their families in the best way...

Trends and Technology: Lessons from Covid for Deathcare Providers

Covid prompted a significant shift in the deathcare industry - we look at the importance of tech adoption to meet evolving needs and expectations.

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Forest Home Cemetery & Arboretum: History, Community and Dia de los Muertos

We learn how Forest Home uses its beautiful urban green space to connect with its community in celebrating life in a myriad of ways.

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Columbarium Expansion: Embracing Vertical Opportunities

Cremation is on the rise, and so too are columbaria and vertical structures. Discover how you can maximise the opportunity for pre-need sales and...

5 Key Trends in the Deathcare Industry: Navigating the Road Ahead

Deathcare navigates a dynamic landscape of trends shaped by evolving needs, preferences and values. Discover how you can keep one step ahead.

Supporting Families, Supporting Each Other: Wellbeing for Bereavement Services Staff

We hear first hand the impact on bereavement services professionals of grief support and how they can support their own mental health and wellbeing.

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Digital Transformation Is Revolutionising Deathcare Industry

From the customer experience to long-term sustainability, here are five ways cemetery management software is transforming the deathcare industry.

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Larkin Mortuary Enhances Family Connections Using PlotBox

Discover how PlotBox cemetery software is helping Larkin Mortuaries to streamline processes and provide a valuable service to local families.

Embedding a Culture of Workplace Wellbeing in the Deathcare Industry

Discover how managers within the deathcare industry can help to support the mental health of staff by creating a culture of workplace wellbeing.

Grief Support: Software's New Approaches

Innovations in memorialisation, family bereavement software, and grief support are reshaping the deathcare industry.

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Top 5 Benefits of Cemetery Software for Effective Plot Management

Effective plot management relies on knowing exactly what you have and where at all times. Here are 5 reasons why you should be using cemetery...

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Streamlined Processes for Flintshire with PlotBox Cemetery Management System

Discover why digital transformation was essential for Flintshire County Council and why they chose PlotBox's cemetery software solution.

Navigating Digital Transformation: Unveiling the Customer Journey

Explore effective communication, partnership, process alignment, and balancing people, processes, and technology

Boost Your Cemetery's Online Presence: 3 SEO Tips for Success

Boost your cemetery's online presence and attract potential customers with effective SEO strategies for both at-need and pre-need.

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Cemetery and Crematorium Processes: Lee Snashfold Interview

Lee Snashfold shares expert insights for effective cemetery and crematorium management, ensuring best practices and exceptional customer service.

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PlotBox: Balancing Legacy Preservation and Future Preparation at Woodlawn

PlotBox aids Woodlawn Memorial Park in preserving history and serving its community effectively with cemetery management solutions.

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Understanding the Consequences of Errors in Cemeteries and Crematoriums

Discover the true cost of errors in cemeteries and crematoriums and how they can have far-reaching consequences.

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Overcoming Crematorium Management Challenges with Software Solutions

Old, disjointed systems and processes can pose a number of challenges to successful crematorium management. Discover how to overcome them.

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How PlotBox Cemetery Management System is Helping Increase Efficiencies for Mangere Lawn Cemetery

Learn why it was the right time for one of Auckland's oldest cemeteries to digitally transform and how PlotBox is helping them to enhance customer...

PlotBox Crematorium Management Software

PlotBox offers crematorium management software to streamline processes and improve efficiency. Manage records, finances, contracts, scheduling, and...

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What is a Plot Map for a Cemetery?

Discover the importance of cemetery plot maps in efficient burial ground management. Learn about various mapping methods and benefits of digital...

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Streamlining Cremations: PlotBox and Rushcliffe Oaks

Learn how PlotBox's crematorium management software is helping newly opened Rushcliffe Oaks to streamline processes and meet their operational needs.

The Rise of Cremation and What it Means for Deathcare Providers

We look at the rise of cremation, its impact on deathcare, and what it might mean for the future of service provision.

Future-Proofing Pre-Need Plans: Huntingdon Crematorium and PlotBox

Discover how Huntingdon Crematorium partnered with PlotBox to manage cremations, memorials, and pre-need contracts, while prioritising sustainability.

Finding New Customers in a Digital World

How cemeteries can get the most from digital marketing and social media to meet the needs of the changing buyer and increase pre-need sales.

Your Pre-Need Audience in 2023 and How To Reach Them

Targeting your audience begins with understanding them. We explore tools, techniques and strategies for reaching pre-need customers in 2023.

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The Role of Cemetery Software in High Visitation Day Planning

Streamline high visitation planning with cemetery software and digital mapping. Read City of Plant City's success story with PlotBox.

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Transforming Family Services in Fall River: A Digital Approach

How the City of Fall River enhanced their cemetery management services through digital transformation and improved the family experience with PlotBox.

Boost Your Pre-Need Sales with These 5 Effective Marketing Tools

Maximise your pre-need cemetery sales with these 5 effective marketing tools. They will help you boost sales and improve customer relationships.

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Connecting Central Coast Council with its Community with Everafter

In making their burial records searchable via a public portal, Central Coast are making it easier for their community to connect with their loved...

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PlotBox Software Transforms Cemetery Management at Whispering Pines

Whispering Pines Cemetery partners with PlotBox Software for a digital transformation of their operations.

PlotBox Transforms Cemetery Management in the City of Plant City

PlotBox partners with The City of Plant City to modernise their cemetery operations through a cloud-based digital solution.

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How PlotBox Helped Esker Lawn Manage Their Pre-Need Plots

Learn how Esker Lawn streamlined their pre-need cemetery sales processes using PlotBox's cemetery management software solution.

PlotBox: A Leading UK Workplace Recognised in the Top 10 of 2023

PlotBox has been ranked 7th among the UK's Best Workplaces™ Medium Organisations list by Great Place to Work® in 2023

Best Practices For Managing Work Orders In Your Cemetery

Improve productivity and customer service in cemetery management with an efficient work orders system. Discover the benefits in our latest blog.

PlotBox Funeral Director Portal: Enhancing Customer Service

Discover how the PlotBox Funeral Director Portal has transformed the experiences of funeral directors using the portal in Wirral Council.

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Exploring 5 Key Benefits of Portable Cemetery Software

Discover the practical benefits of using portable cemetery software applications and mobile devices for cemetery and crematorium management.

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How Wirral Council Utilised PlotBox to Streamline Operations

Learn how Wirral Council improved their cemetery operations and increased efficiencies using PlotBox's cemetery management software and digital...

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What Cemetery Mapping is on Offer in The Market?

At PlotBox we have coined the phrase ‘True’ Digital Mapping. But what does it really mean?

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How To: Adapting cemeteries to millennials' digital needs

Learn how cemeteries can capture the attention of millennials and meet their digital expectations. Engage with them instead of selling to them.

Lead Generation for Cemeteries, Crematoriums and Funeral Homes

Lead generation for cemeteries, crematories and funeral homes in 3 easy steps - defining your audience, choosing the right channels and capturing...

6 Reasons to Incorporate iPads in Cemeteries

Discover the 6 reasons why incorporating iPads in cemeteries can streamline cemetery services and improve customer service, sales, and risk...

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How Stevenage Future Proofed Operations with PlotBox Cemetery Software

Learn how Stevenage Borough Council digitally transformed their cemetery operations with PlotBox's cloud-based cemetery management software

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Simplifying Data Migration: Essential Tips for Cemeteries

Essential tips for simplifying data migration. Understand the process and best practices for successful data migration to a new cemetery management...

9 Ideas to Keep Your Cemetery's Social Channels Fresh

Given the fast-paced nature of social media, it's hard to come up with fresh ideas every week! We've dug around for some ideas for great posts to...

Harnessing the Cloud: 6 Key Reasons for Future-Proofing Your Cemetery

Discover the 6 key reasons why future-proofing your cemetery using cloud technology is essential. Reduce costs, protect records, collaborate...

6 Reasons To Influence Digital Change In Your Organisation

Could you be the driver of influencing digital change in your organisation?

7 Tips for Digitally Transforming Your Cemetery

Learn how to digitally transform your cemetery with these 7 top tips! Involve your team, nominate a champion, and choose future-proof software.

Why Should You Make Your Cemetery Records Available Online?

Genealogy and digital expectations present a real opportunity for engagement. Here's why you should make your cemeteries records available online.

Maximising Plot Management: Introducing our Plots Module

PlotBox's plot management system with integrated mapping software pulls together all of the information cemeteries need to manage and record plots.

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Gaining and retaining families using a CRM system

6 ways a CRM system can help deathcare providers to build and maintain relationships with families as well as generate leads and pre-need cemetery...

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The Role of Cemetery Mapping Software in Inventory Management

Discover the benefits of cemetery software and GIS mapping for inventory management. Improve visibility, eliminate risk, and streamline sales...

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SaaS and Cloud Technology: 5 Key Benefits for Deathcare Providers

Unsure about cloud technology? We demystify SaaS (Software as a Service) and explore the benefits of cloud cemetery software.

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How cemetery software can help deathcare providers to mitigate risk

We explore how a single cemetery management system can help cemeteries, crematoria and funeral homes to mitigate risk.

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Councils & Cemetery Software: Overcoming Operational Challenges

We explore how a digital-first approach underpinned by cemetery software can help to overcome some common challenges for Council cemetery operators.

Enhance Cemetery Risk Assessment with PlotBox: 3 Key Benefits

Enhance your cemetery risk assessment process with PlotBox. Discover the key benefits of using technology to mitigate risks and promote good practice

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Digital Mapping: A Revolution For Tithe Green’s Natural Burial Sites

PlotBox's verified mapping has revolutionised Tithe Green's natural burial grounds by providing a clearer view of their inventory.

PlotBox Funeral Director Portal: A UK Customer Success Story

We learn how the PlotBox Funeral Director Portal has helped Lisburn and Castlereagh City council to provide a more efficient, direct service to...

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PlotBox: Supporting Cemetery Compliance and Best Practices

We explore how cloud-based deathcare management software can help manage risk and support compliance and best practice for cemeteries and crematories.

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3 Reports to Help Maximise Your Cemetery Data

We take a look at 3 PlotBox reports that can quickly and easily help deathcare providers to utilise the data they hold in meaningful, positive ways.

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Why are accurate cemetery maps important for Local Councils ?

We explore why accurate cemetery maps and burial records are important for Local Councils from the perspective of those who gain value from them.

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Unlocking the Power of Cloud Technology for Cemetery Data

Curious about the cloud? Discover how cloud technology can help to keep your cemetery records and data secure and easily accessible.

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How Cemetery Management Software Empowers Data-Driven Decisions

Discover how cemetery management software can help deathcare providers make data-driven decisions and improve their processes.

Green Burials for Reducing the Impact of Ashes on Ground Conditions

Insights into best practice on green burials when reinstating historical scatter beds, as well as the latest developments in organic dispersal

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Going Digital: 5 Big Wins For Cemetery Operators!

There's a lot of talk about going digital & embracing technology, but why? Cemeteries have operated with current processes for decades so why the...

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3 Benefits of Digital Mapping for Green Burial Sites

How digital mapping can help green burial grounds to effectively manage their space with a clearer view of exactly what they have and where they have...

Changing Attitudes to Deathcare and the Rise of Green Burials

We explore the rising trend for green and natural burials, why it's happening and what it means for deathcare providers.

Digital Transformation: Fears vs Reality

Cemetery software and digital transformations may alter essence. Should fear be warranted?

Women in deathcare - International Women's Day 2023

In our latest blog for International Womens Day 2023. We spoke to three inspirational women in the deathcare profession from across the globe.

5 Approaches to Foster Community Engagement With Your Cemetery

Learn how cemeteries can engage with their communities and increase pre-need sales with these 5 strategies from world-leading software provider...

5 Practical Strategies to Boost Your Cemetery's Profile

PlotBox shares 5 practical strategies for helping to raise your cemetery's profile in 2022.

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Digital Maps: Your Secret Weapon for Cemetery Event Planning

Digital maps hold many benefits for cemeteries, and in providing the clearest, most accurate view of your site, they're also great tool for event...

Finance Management: A Customer Success Story

Richard McHatton at the Diocese of Orange, California tells us first hand first hand the benefits of using PlotBox in managing their financial...

Graveyard Mapping Software: A Comprehensive Guide

Explore graveyard mapping software's transformative potential in cemetery management. Learn its features, benefits, and best practices.

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PlotBox Welcomed as APSE Approved Partner

PlotBox becomes APSE's latest approved partner.

PlotBox Partner With Falkirk Council to Digitally Transform Operations

PlotBox help Falkirk Council in Scotland to modernise their cemetery and crematoria operations through digital transformation.

PlotBox is helping UK local authorities transform bereavement services

High speed advances in technology, with the repercussions of COVID-19, mean that local council bereavement services are having to find new ways to...

Watford Bereavement Services' Digital Makeover:  A Case Study

Discover Watford Council's journey to PlotBox, a cloud-based cemetery management solution, as they near implementation.