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Help: Has anyone found a good hard case travel solution for multiple Meta Quest 3's WITH hard straps (eg BOBOVR)? We've had success with some custom mods to a Meijia case for a set of three (3). We've fit about eight (8) into a regular suitcase for internal use, but it's a game of Tetris. 😂 With all the talk of large-scale enterprise use, I hope someone has figured out a better way and is willing to share! 👊 #vr #virtualreality #ar #applevisionpro #metaquest #htcvive #enterprise #innovation Scan via Luma AI REM5 STUDIOS Brian Skalak

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This is NOT an exhaustive list of SaaS metrics. This is an effort to: ➡️ Nudge you to put yourself into the shoes of your leadership team and look at your team’s performance through their lens.  ➡️ Shine a light on some metrics that don’t get the attention they deserve. ➡️ Highlight how metrics always need to be looked at in relation to each other. Read the full post on the #saasmetrics that your CFO cares about here: https://lnkd.in/gbpMERZc

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I'm sorry, there's a nominal fee for emotional baggage. There's a saying that winning too much on price isn't a long-term strategy. It turns out that it may work both ways as discount airlines are now struggling to survive as legacy airlines fight back with ultra-cheap fares. Discount carriers like Spirit and Frontier have become masters of budget travel, offering rock-bottom fares with no frills. Passengers are happy to ditch checked bags, choose their own seats later, and even skip snacks to save money. Well, the biggest airlines like United and American are taking a "so you have peanuts, well, we have pretzels" approach and fighting fire with fire. They're now using similar pricing tactics to attract budget-minded flyers, and eating into the core 'buy a seat, that's it' business of discount airlines. But, these legacy airlines are going even further - they still offer established mileage programs along with arguably better in-flight service. United, Delta and American are having their cake and eating it too. Low-price fares may get passengers in the cabin, but it's the upselling that's making the airlines happy. They're getting passengers to pay up for the next best level...coach. Say what? Yeah, getting cheap bare bones leprechaun seats is passable, but for a little extra, you can upgrade to standard coach. At American, for example, 10% of revenue was from people doing just that, a 25% increase from 2023. Nope, this is a late-night joke, For the discount airlines, the encroachment by the big honcho airlines has forced them to make changes that are reminiscent of what all airlines used to do. These include empty middle seat guarantees, fare bundles that include a carry-on bag and seat selection and even eliminating change and cancellation fees and increasing checked bag weight allowances. Wherever you go, there you are. All of these changes and 'new' benefits highlight how far down commercial airline travel has sunk. During the 'golden age' of the 1950s to 1970s, airlines prioritized passenger service, with amenities like checked baggage often included in the ticket price. Today, you get what you pay for...literally to the dime https://lnkd.in/ghx2-8jS #airlines #airtravel #vacation #deltaairlines #unitedairlines #americanairlines #frontierairlines #spiritairlines #customerservice

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Nobody wants to become a regular at the local terminal bar. In just about every aspect of life, oversharing is typically a no-no. In the airline business, however, transparency around delays and cancellations and the reasons behind them can be hugely beneficial. It seems that no carrier is better at this than United Airlines and achingly so. There's nothing worse than being stuck at a terminal because of a flight delay or cancellation and joining the hoards of other passengers at the counter with the ticket agent. Worse of all, the ticket agent knows little about what's actually happening amid scrambling to rebook what could be hundreds of passengers. If you've taken United, you're probably familiar with the flurry of texts, emails and mobile alerts covering everything from departure time, gate changes, delays and cancellations, and even weather reports. On the surface, those messages are what every passenger needs from other carriers. Think about it. Uncertainty or simply having another obstacle thrown your way without explanation opens a Pandora's box of emotions ranging from anxiety and stress to frustration and anger. But as human nature will tell you, some find overcommunicating and the volume of messages itself can be stressful. Knowing too much vs knowing too little can sometimes be a no-win situation. Personally, overcommunicating is a welcome development when it comes to air travel especially for an industry that in the past hasn't really been good about it. Travel is already enough of a headache for passengers as they dodge long lines, cross fingers their baggage shows up where they're going, and deal with excessive fees. Even if the flight is delayed because the pilot is taking longer than expected in the bathroom, that's likely better than the uncertainty that comes with not knowing why you're trapped at the terminal https://lnkd.in/gTNAQ7Bu #airlines #unitedairlines #travel #culture #communications #transparency #vacation #passengers

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Have you ever felt it hard just to use a SaaS product? Frustrating, isn’t it? After all, who likes complex interfaces, overwhelming information, poor UI, no guidance, and a heck of a load of technical issues? That’s why a smooth and user-friendly SaaS onboarding process is necessary. It matters because of several reasons: ·  First Impressions ·  Reduces Churn ·  Builds Trust ·  Long-Term Engagement ·  Feature Adoption Intrigued enough? Read our latest article on SaaS onboarding here: https://lnkd.in/da2vEDcb #SaaS #SaaSOnboarding #UXDesign #Denovers

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Did you know? Poor software performance can lead to customer churn and revenue loss. TechAssure helps you identify and fix issues before they impact your bottom line. #SoftwarePerformance #CustomerRetention #TechAssure #ProductLaunch #RiskMitigation 

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It's no secret the Internal Revenue Service has been operating on some outdated technology for years. But that's all about to change in a big way. The IRS just got a massive $80 billion funding boost to modernize its systems and processes - the biggest upgrade the agency has seen in decades. So what does this mean for small business owners like you? MASCPA is here to break it down and make sure you're prepared to take full advantage. 📌 One of the key initiatives is a brand new platform for filing 1099 forms, called IRIS. Finally, you can say goodbye to the notoriously complex FIRE system! IRIS is designed to be a much more user-friendly, streamlined experience. The IRS is even rolling out a bulk filing feature to make submitting those forms a breeze. 📌 But the upgrades don't stop there. The IRS is also moving towards secure, online taxpayer accounts where they can send notices and other communications directly to you. No more lost letters in the mail! Plus, there's a new digital document upload tool so you can easily submit forms and records without having to print, scan, and fax. These may seem like small changes, but they add up to a big improvement in efficiency and convenience for small businesses. Instead of wasting time and energy navigating the IRS' clunky old systems, you'll be able to handle all your tax obligations quickly and painlessly. Of course, the team at MASCPA is here to guide you through these exciting IRS modernizations every step of the way. We'll make sure you're taking full advantage of the new tools and processes, so you can focus on growing your business rather than fighting with the tax agency. Ready to learn more about how the IRS' $80 billion upgrade can benefit your company? Reach out to us today. The future of taxes is getting a major makeover - don't get left behind! #IRSModernization #SmallBusiness #TaxCompliance #MASCPA #FutureOfTaxes #TaxTips

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Contractors: 66% of negative customer reviews in a recent study were related to scheduling and arrival time issues. Increase hold rates & give your customers what they want, all without requiring your team to lift a finger. DM me for more info. https://lnkd.in/gANinwbY #contractoreta #automation #customersatisfaction #fleetmanagement

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Manage Post-Ticket operations effortlessly with the Iris Portal. ✅ Automate tedious tasks ✅ Boost productivity and revenue ✅ Improve customer retention Embrace #ModernAirRetailing with Iris and simplify refunds, reissues, and voids. Watch the video to see this in action. #ndc #SwiftSeamlessSmart

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Do you know why your customers are leaving? If your contact center is relying on disposition codes to track churn reasons, you're not getting the full story. And you're probably missing opportunities to save churn-risk customers or solve CX problems upstream. In this quick video, Creovai's Steve Trier talks about how you can take insights from post-call conversation intelligence and apply them to real-time agent guidance to reduce churn and increase customer satisfaction. #ContactCenters #CX #Technology

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RevOps vs Chief of Staff work "I think RevOps is like a right hand to CRO of an organization. So a Chief of Staff is essentially like an extension of an executive member on any team. I think if you're smaller, than you have your hands in a lot of different pots." - Ravi Neppalli from our new Chief of Staff Podcast episode 🎧 Key takeaway: the size of company and who you report to impacts the work you do!

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Legacy systems aren’t bad, but are they enough? Take your booking engine, for example. It holds guest booking data. But what if you wanted to personalize this part of the booking experience to ensure high conversions, but you can’t because your “legacy system” just isn’t sophisticated enough? That’s where a Customer Data Platform (CDP) makes a difference, according to Adam Mogelonsky, partner at Hotel Mogel Consulting Ltd.. On this episode of the Hotel Moment podcast, Adam joins podcast host and Revinate CMO Karen Stephens to share how CDPs are transforming the way hoteliers market — unlocking deeper levels of personalization and precise data collection to create lucrative campaigns. 🎙️Listen now via the link in the comments! Hotel Moment episodes drop every Wednesday. Subscribe so you never miss an episode. You can also catch episodes on our Revinate YouTube channel. Be sure to hit subscribe! Or subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or any other streaming service. #HotelMoment | #hospitality | #podcast

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When it comes to your digital experiences, there are a lot of options to choose from. Just like when you are looking for lodging for your business travel, there are great options, and there are cheap options. We'd all like to choose the suite, but sometimes our budgets don't allow for that. But what if you could get a suite, but only pay for the cost of the beds, the water, the power that you actually use? Over at Expresia, that's what we're building. A suite of capabilities that is the most robust in the market, but you only pay for what you use. Which puts you in the same hotel as the big guys, with the same functionality, but keeps you within your budget at the same time. #digitaltransformation #innovation #technology #personalization #digital

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“I don't think the CRO should be involved in every decision because then you're just ending up going to be the blockers, but it's just making sure that risk and growth are constantly discussed together.” – Divya Eapen Tune in for an immersive discussion with Divya Eapen, a seasoned risk management consultant, and Chief Risk Officer, sharing her invaluable journey in the ever-evolving world of Fintech. With experience spanning from global institutions like Citibank to innovative financial technology, Divya offers unique perspectives on risk management in this rapidly changing landscape. Listen to the full episode: https://lnkd.in/eauCrJr3 Don't miss out on future episodes! Hit that subscribe button on your favourite podcasting platform, and stay tuned for fascinating discussions on risk management #riskmanagement #risk #riskassessment #ai #aml #kyc #governance #risks #oversight #leadership #fintech #payment #womeninbusiness #womeninfinance #genderequality #genderequality #PodcastsOnAmazonMusic #newpodcastalert #riskmasters #podcastforrisk #podcastseries #podcastcommunity #podcastlaunch #podcastinterviews

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Drive Blog (Day 0) The Calm Before The Storm It's Sunday before the week of our first annual event for Exit Five. The event (called Drive) starts Tuesday afternoon with a Welcome Reception and then into full days Wednesday and Thursday. We sold 200 tickets for this event. We're expecting 175 will show up. B2B marketers from Australia to Chicago to Tel Aviv are coming to Burlington, VT. We put this whole event on in-house with our five person Exit Five team. The team is new and it's been a great forcing function to dig in together and figure out how we work. Onboarding and "get to know you" meetings are good, but the real team chemistry is built by doing working together and having a shared goal. Didn't have too much to do today. I did my usual morning run (my son rode his bike along with me for company). Bunch of squats and pushups and pullups. Had a nice day with the family at home with nowhere to go. Today I finished writing a batch of thank you notes to our speakers and we're dropping off a small gift at their hotel. The Exit Five team is coming in tomorrow (Monday) to start setting up and we'll have a little team dinner and our group text started tonight. It's the calm before the storm. But everyone is excited. I'm excited! You can't match the vibe of an in-person event and I'm excited we finally can have ours for our community. We'll have two days to set up. Everything from the event has been shipped to my garage. 200 t-shirts. 200 bottles of maple syrup. 200 notebooks. 200 stickers. All the signage. Then while the Exit Five team is doing the hard working setting up the event, I get to prance around town like a Thought Leader. I'm playing golf and "creating content" with Mark Huber + Ding Zheng Then I get to take a few VIPs out to lunch and spend the afternoon helping them 1:1 with their marketing. Dan sold me out. I am breaking my curfew though and we'll spend a late night Tuesday going through A/V and all that stuff. Drive week is here! I'll write about it a bunch this week. No scheduled posts from me just live blogging on LinkedIn from Drive.

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Hyper-personalization in e-commerce is crucial. Leveraging cutting edge AI to create personalized shopping experiences, significantly enhances customer engagement and satisfaction. That's exactly what Flyfish does. #flyfish #genai #ecommerce

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