If you run a digital loyalty program, you need as many members as possible. The real ROI is not on your regulars - it's on the less regular - those are the people you can upsell to drive more revenue to your business.

The energy of a pop-up event is undeniable. Whether it is a bustling food festival, a weekend artisan market, or a temporary concept store, the footfall is high and the transactions are fast. But for many organisers and vendors, there is a lingering problem once the marquee comes down: the "data black hole".

In the fitness industry, we often obsess over the "top of the funnel." We celebrate the January rush, the successful Facebook ad campaign, and the stack of new signed contracts on the desk. But while acquisition is exciting, retention is where the profit lives.

The modern takeaway business operates on razor-thin margins and massive volume swings. You could be crushed with orders on a Saturday night and then stare at an empty kitchen schedule on a Tuesday.

"How was everything?" It’s the question servers have asked since the dawn of restaurants. And 99% of the time, the answer is a polite, but utterly useless, "Fine, thanks."

For any restaurant, the calendar is a rollercoaster. You have the exhilarating highs of the festive season and sun-drenched summer weekends, followed by the stomach-lurching drops of a wet Tuesday in January or the back-to-school slump in September.

The modern coworking space is no longer selling square footage and Wi-Fi. It is selling convenience, productivity, and community...

The world of customer loyalty is broken. We see it everywhere. Consumers are tired and overwhelmed by a sea of forgotten passwords and single-use apps they never wanted to download in the first place. A staggering 54% of all loyalty memberships sit inactive, and 75% of people refuse to install new loyalty apps. For the independent businesses you work with—the coffee shops, salons, and boutiques that are the heart of our communities—this means they are often left behind, stuck

Your success is built on relationships. It's in the trust a client places in their favourite stylist, the relaxing chat during a manicure, and the confidence they feel walking out your door. This personal connection is your greatest asset, and it’s what turns a one-time visitor into a loyal regular who wouldn't dream of going anywhere else.

The landscape for outdoor event payments has decisively shifted, with 65% of festival-goers now preferring cashless transactions. For event organisers, the choice between Near Field Communication (NFC) and Quick Response (QR) code systems is a critical one, as it balances transaction speed, security, and attendee experience against cost and logistical complexity. This article provides a matter-of-fact comparison based on current data to help organisers make an informed decisi

The energy of a bustling fair or market is infectious. Dozens of passionate vendors showcase their crafts, foods, and unique products to a crowd of eager customers. For an event organiser, seeing this come to life is incredibly rewarding. But behind the scenes lies a universal headache: the chaotic, time-consuming, and often stressful task of managing payments.

The word "upselling" can leave a bad taste. It often brings to mind a robotic, scripted attempt to hawk extras you neither want nor need. In the world of hospitality, where the guest experience is everything, that's the last impression you want to leave.

For any service business, from a dry cleaner to a dog groomer, repeat customers are the lifeblood of your operation. You’ve made the smart move to track and encourage that loyalty with a digital program like STAMP by meed. Your customers have a slick digital card in their mobile wallet, and you have a simple way to add a stamp with every visit.

You've poured your heart and soul into launching your gym, fitness space, or studio. The equipment is sparkling, the classes are set, and the energy is buzzing. But now comes the critical question: how do you get your first 100 members through the door and keep them coming back for more?

A Guide to Building a Customer Database from a One-Off Event You’ve done it. The event was a smashing success. The music was bumping, the...

When you create your digital stamp card and loyalty program on meed, you can determine which language your customers see when they scan your QR code or tap your NFC card to join. This tutorial shows you how.

A full appointment book is a good sign. But a book filled with the same names, month after month? That's the sign of a great business. In the world of barbering, the ultimate goal isn't just to get new clients; it's to turn first-time visitors into loyal regulars who wouldn't dream of going anywhere else.

The event industry has a longevity problem. We spend months building incredible, immersive "pop-up cities"—festivals, trade shows, food markets, art fairs—only to tear them down three days later.

The Friday night rush is on. The phone is ringing, online orders are coming in, and the queue is growing. In the organised chaos of running a takeaway, your focus is on getting great food out the door, fast. But what if you could make every single order just a little bit bigger?

The check-in method you choose is not a technical decision. It is a friction decision. NFC tap, QR code scan, and receipt scanning each place a different demand on your customer at the exact moment they are deciding whether to bother. One wrong step and they don't bother.