salon technology

ALERT! Avoid IRS Penalties With Smart1095.com

Did you know the IRS MANDATORY COMPLIANCE for the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) is just around the corner? Salons with 50 + full time equivalent employees must provide a 1095 form to each employee by March 2, 2017.  If you are a part owner in other businesses, these employees count too! Learn how to do this easily here.

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GenOne Media Group Launches Smarter LifeStyle Network, Expanding in Salons Nationally in 2017

The Smarter LifeStyle Network allows salons to bring the latest in fashion, beauty and wellness programming to clients.

Mind the App: The NEW CosmoProf App

Store client info, create a customizable schedule and digitally recommend products to clients with the new CosmoProf app.

Rosy Salon Software Announces the Winners of the Second Rosy Rewards Scholarship Program

Offered to future salon professionals, this $10,000 annual scholarship fund is designed to give cosmetology students throughout North America an opportunity to further their education by providing funds to help cover a portion of their tuition.

What You Need to Know About Snapchat Spectacles

Snapchat Spectacles just launched, but how does this social media gadget help stylists and salons?

New Joiful On-Demand Beauty App Celebrates LA Launch

With the tap of an App, beauty professionals will be available on-demand as part of a team of professionals being formed to launch Joiful.  This new beauty application had its initial launch on October 23rd in Los Angeles, where the brand introduced itself to invited artists including, hairstylists, nail technicians, make-up pros, massage therapists and estheticians.

Demandforce Introduces Two-Way Texting

A new feature on Demandforce allows salons to text back and forth to their clients from with the dashboard.

Your Marketing Guide for the Holiday Season

The holidays are quickly approaching, and beauty services will be extremely popular over the next few months. This is the perfect time for salons and spas to increase their customer base and sales during the busy season. November through January seem to be a peak time, so why not take advantage of the holiday rush to fill your book and sell more retail?

Three Salons Who Use Technology to Work Smarter, Not Harder

Running a successful business while maintaining a reasonable work/life balance is no easy task. But it can be done, as the latest series of videos by Shortcuts Software shows. The first prerequisite is determination. You need to stay focused on ...

Tech Start-Up Helps Maximize Salon Gift Card Profits

Gift card sales are projected to top $14 billion in 2017. Is your salon ready to capitalize on its fair share of the profit? CardCodez, an online web application and all-in-one gift card solution allowing consumers to purchase gift cards ...