Earlier this month KidCheck announced several new improvements in their secure children’s check-in system.
It’s normal for apps and tech solutions to get updates. Many years ago, updates for Windows—for example—came in Service Packs that were released every few years or so; and even these were not major improvements. Fast forward to today, and both operating systems and everyday apps get major updates and changes. Sometimes it’s the design and sometimes it’s important functions. Regular updates have become far more the rule than the exception.
But what about your kid ministry check-in? When was that updated last?
KidCheck’s Update
It’s church tech apps and solutions like KidCheck that should be an example to others. Leaving an app or service stagnant without moving forward is a secure way to failure these days. Not only from a business model standpoint—especially when you consider issues like security—but it is a failure to customers, too.
Check-out some of KidCheck’s latest new features:
Interface Updates
If you think a “new look” isn’t a big deal, think again.
Sure, it’s nice to have a good looking child check-in system, but think about what it’s like to use this on a tablet or at a computer station with one kid in your arm?
Having a child check-in system does make first time visitors feel more comfortable, but it also serves a great way to improve the overall security and safety of kids.
If a child check-in system isn’t easy to use, what are the chances of it being used to its fullest?
And what do you think it must be like to use a system like this as a first time guest?
Thankfully, KidCheck’s update addresses this—continuing to improve and make the overall check-in process more awesome. They even added multiple language options (65 to be exact), making it easier to switch to and from English. This is especially helpful for both churches whereby English is a second language or churches that have guests and members who speak English as a second language. As someone who lives in another country, I can tell you that when you find things like this in your own language, it’s great. 😀
Feature Updates
There’s nothing quite as great as your favorite app getting a new option or feature update.
What I think is so great about KidCheck’s latest update, is it gives children’s ministries something to actually do with all that data they’ve collected. With the new Custom Reports Builder, you can create your own custom data reporting and analysis.
You can watch the kids grow-up and see the kind of fruit your kid’s ministry is producing, but what do the numbers and data look like right now? How about last week? How does this month compare to last year at this same time? These are the kinds of things you can track, plot, and figure out.
Like I said, this gives children’s ministries something to actually do with all that data they’ve collected.
KidCheck is a great children’s check-in solution and should most certainly be considered—especially when you see how much care they put into updating and keeping their solution current with solid updates.
When was the last time your kid ministry child check-in updated the interface and/or features?
Or maybe you need to rethink your entire kid ministry child check-in system?
Tell us in the comments below.
Matt Rittgers says
It’s time for our church to adopt a child check-in software. I’ve never heard of this one, how does it stack up against the others? We use Planning Center for our Worship Services, and I’ve seen that they are moving into the child check-in and administration world. Anyone using them, thoughts?
Angela with KidCheck says
Hi Matt,
It’s great to see your church interested in offering a children’s check-in system. The best way for you to see first-hand, what makes KidCheck unique, is to take advantage of our free online demo or visit us at http://www.kidcheck.com. In addition, here’s a link to a best practice on Why You Need A Children’s Check-In System. Thanks again for your interest!
Jeremiah says
Great news! I’ve helped set up/maintain our check-in station… this interface redesign was much needed!
@Matt We’ve used KidCheck at our church for about a year and a half and it has served us well. However I’ve been taking a look at PCO’s Check In and we’re considering a switch based on our needs. I would encourage you to try both KidCheck’s online demo and PCO’s free plan (15 check-ins a day), and see which will work better for your situation.
A couple main differences I see.
KidCheck: Very secure platform. Allows a plethora of options for just about any type of reporting you would like to do. Gives support for pager integration. Unlimited check-ins, but charges for each station.
PCO Check Ins: Slightly easier set up. Unlimited computer & mobile stations, cost is based on amount of daily check-ins. Custom branding options regardless of package. Integrates with your existing PCO account.
Hope that helps.
Angela with KidCheck says
Thanks @Jeremiah for the generous review. It’s greatly appreciated., @Matt here’s some additional comments of what others are saying about their experience with us.
In addition to the free online demo you will also receive all the training and support you need for a successful implementation, at no additional cost. This is part of our company ethos.
Looking forward to chatting soon. Be well.