Introducing Webhooks for Events: Automate Your Workflow

We are excited to announce a new tool, an important part of our commitment to build a better version of Oveit. A version that helps connect events to visitors, apps to other apps and event planners to the latest tech trends without too much hassle.

The Event Planner’s new tech tool – the webhook for events

Imagine if, at your next big event, every ticket sale, every new registration, could automatically ripple through your entire system, updating databases, pinging your marketing tools, and keeping every team member in the loop. That’s now the reality with Oveit’s new Webhooks!

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Webhooks are like the diligent backstage crew at your event. They work silently but effectively, ensuring that the spotlight is always where it needs to be and everything runs smooth. For event planners and marketers, this means:

  • Real-time updates: The moment an attendee clicks ‘buy’, your entire system knows. Your sales data, your attendee lists, your CRM – they all get the memo instantly​​.
  • Automated workflows: Say goodbye to manual data entry. Webhooks are your gateway to automation. An attendee registers, and voilà, their details are rapidly placed in your CRM, and a personalized welcome email is on its way​​.
  • Reliable delivery: Even if some of your apps take a coffee break, Oveit’s Webhooks will patiently retry for up to two days, making sure no data gets lost out there in the cyberspace​​.
  • Security first: With robust security practices, like unique signatures for each event, you can rest assured that the data you receive is as genuine as the smile of a satisfied attendee​​.

Developers, start your engines

Developers, get ready to flex those coding muscles because Oveit’s Webhooks are here to power up your apps. With this feature, you can build on top of the Oveit ecosystem, creating custom event and experience apps that are as unique as your coding mad skills. Here’s why you’ll love them:

  • Easy integration: Hook your app up with Oveit, and watch it respond in real-time to event activities. Your creativity is the limit when it comes to what you can do with all that data coming in​.
  • Custom-tailored data streams: You call the shots on what data you need. Filter out the noise by selecting only the event types that matter to your app, keeping it lean​​.
  • Rock-solid security: Build with confidence knowing that the data is verified with the digital equivalent of a secret handshake. Each webhook comes with a signature that guarantees it’s the real deal​​.

If you’re ready to start coding – check them out in our API docs.

Whether you’re building an app that makes event check-ins a breeze or one that turns data into dazzling insights for event planners, Webhooks are your VIP ticket.

Contact us if you need more details, and let’s start building those custom event experiences that attendees will love!

February 9, 2024 Event management, Event payments, Event registration, Event tech No comments yet

Why Your Event Management App Sucks: The Problem with All-in-One Platforms

Convenience means having everything in the same app, right? I beg to differ and here’s why, especially when it comes to event management:

Jack of all trades, master of none

An app that tries to be everything to everyone often ends up excelling at nothing. When a platform packs in a lot of features, from event registration to networking to virtual events and beyond, the depth and expertise in each tool decreases drastically. It’s like a Swiss Army knife with too many options – it might do the job, but it won’t do it well. Actually, when it comes to technology, the complexity is exponentially higher. The chances you will get it right on any given task are much smaller.

The standard in event experience OS – the Wenger Swiss Army 16999 Giant Knife

Maintenance is costly and you are paying for it

Maintaining a lot of features within an all-in-one platform takes a lot of effort. From understanding customer problems to designing, implementing and maintaining the solution – this is hard. You might not know this but the cost of upkeep and development is passed onto you, the end user. What’s even worse is it often results in compromised quality across the board. Developers’ focus becomes divided among numerous features, frameworks, legacy code. This draws attention from building strong, core, easy to use solutions.

Imagine investing in an event management app that promises everything from virtual events to networking capabilities to ticketing and registration. And it has a CRM. And provides hotel bookings. And they will surely come to your office riding a pink unicorn.

Sounds cool, right? Well – just think of the complexity of social networking. The 7th largest global company, a company worth more than $800 billion does just that (Yeah, that would be Meta). Think about this when the next platform says it does “networking too”. Specialized networking apps, such as Brella and Grip, focus solely on building connections, and they are great at that.

Integrate specialized tools – it’s a lot simpler now

If you choose to integrate specialized tools it will empower your experience to improve exponentially. This way you can curate the perfect suite of solution. Imagine the Avengers, but for event planning.

Instead of being tied to the limitations of an all-in-one platform, organizers can handpick tools that work great in their area.

These specialized tools can integrate into a streamlined system. This way you can use their individual strengths without compromising functionality or user experience.

Innovation comes from focus and specialization

Specialized tools are agile in adapting to evolving industry trends. They pave the way for innovation by focusing and honing in on specific problems. Unlike all-in-one platforms, which struggle to keep pace with rapid changes across multiple features, specialized tools can embrace new technologies fast. This helps your event stay at the forefront of innovation and deliver better experience.

Specialized tools for events just fit better

Think of specialized event tools like a perfectly tailored outfit—they fit just right! These tools, whether handling event registrations, payments, or access, are like having the perfect tool for each job. They make things run smoother than a greased-up slide. By being laser-focused on their specific tasks, they ensure everyone has an easier and more enjoyable time.

They’re like serving up a gourmet meal instead of a confusing buffet.

Flexibility – like yoga for events:

Specialized event tools are the yoga masters of event management – super flexible! As your event grows or changes, these tools bend and twist to fit your needs.

At Oveit, we believe in the power of focus.

While the allure of all-in-one platforms may be tempting, we are committed to building specialized tools that excel in their functions. We understand that event registration, streamlined payments, and seamless integration are vital for our part in the experience economy (that’s fancy talk for “your event”).

Our approach is simple and we think it’s powerful: we specialize, we streamline, and we connect.

Our goal is to build the perfect event registration processes and make it intuitive, flexible, secure, and efficient. Our payment solutions are designed to streamline transactions and make the attendee experience seamless and hassle-free. Additionally, our robust API empowers you to connect with other tools. This way you can create your tailored ecosystem that fits your unique event needs.

December 9, 2023 Event management, Event payments, Event registration, Event tech, Technology No comments yet

Introducing PhonePe Integration: Transforming Events and Simplifying Payments in India

Exciting news for event planners in India! Oveit has joined hands with PhonePe, the fastest growing payment provider in India, a platform used by 500 millions of users across the country. This integration brings a world of convenience to event management.

The Power of PhonePe Integration for India Blockchain Week:

To integrate and launch PhonePe payments we’ve worked closely with the amazing team at India Blockchain Week (IBW). With IBW showcasing the pinnacle of blockchain and web3 events in India, this integration brings convenience to participants and helps streamline payments through India’s UPI.

India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is a real-time payment system that enables instant money transfer between bank accounts using a mobile platform. It allows users to link multiple bank accounts to a single mobile app and facilitates seamless fund transfers between individuals, merchants, and businesses. UPI operates 24/7 and is known for its simplicity, convenience, and security in conducting digital transactions. It has revolutionized the way payments are made in India, offering a user-friendly interface and promoting cashless transactions across the country.

As IBW aims to be at the forefront of innovation and technology, our collaboration with PhonePe aligns perfectly, offering a sophisticated payment solution that complements the groundbreaking nature of the event. By integrating PhonePe into the registration and ticketing process, Oveit ensures that the IBW experience remains smooth, secure, and cutting-edge.

What It Means for Event Planners:

  • Smooth Transactions: Attendees can now effortlessly buy tickets and make payments using PhonePe, streamlining the event experience.
  • More Reach: By tapping into PhonePe’s massive user base, Oveit is giving your event wider exposure and making it easier for attendees to pay.
  • Security & Speed: Trustworthy transactions are crucial. PhonePe offers robust security measures, ensuring peace of mind for both you and your attendees.
  • Insights at a Glance: Access real-time transaction data, simplifying your financial tracking and planning.

With PhonePe’s integration into Oveit’s payment gateways, event planners across India gain a powerful tool to elevate their events. Say hello to streamlined payments, enhanced user experiences, and a seamless event journey for both planners and attendees.

Oveit and PhonePe are now shaping the future of event registration and payments, one seamless transaction at a time.

December 4, 2023 Event management, Event payments, Event registration, Oveit Features No comments yet