TOP 10 MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
1. How difficult is it to install?
Easy. The Master Module can be installed in 30 minutes. The Computer Program Module installation is as simple as plugging in to a power supply and the USB port and installing the Passtime software.
2. What will my club members think?
Users at this point have been very pleased with the ease and precision of getting exactly what they are paying for.
3. What is the Return on Investment?
Increased Membership. Membership at Shalom Park increased 190% after implementation of the Passtime System. Passtime made membership attractive to users that were not prepared to commit to a fixed fee membership structure. With Passtime, members pay a small initial membership fee, and then pay as they ski, so the amount they spend is up to them, and they know up front exactly how much each session will cost.
Reduced Boat Hours. Engine hours on the Shalom Park club boat were reduced by over 50% after implementation of the Passtime System.
Increased Total Revenue. By establishing ski rates reflective of actual boat time, club revenue increase by almost 50%.
4. Why will it benefit my ski school operation?
Ease of Monitoring Use. Paperwork and record keeping is done automatically by the Passtime System.
5. How reliable is it?
Very. The Passtime System easy to install, easy to use and flawless in performance. Since the Passtime system is hardwired into the boat and has no moving parts, it has not been prone to any failures. The Passtime System has pulled over 800 hours of skiing without incident.
6. What if a card gets lost?
The Master Module maintains records of the last 100 users, and the Passtime Software tracks all purchases made. If a user loses his or her card, you can simply look up how much time they last purchased using the Passtime software and pull their recent user data from the Master Module. The lost card can be cancelled and new card programmed with the balance of time.
7. Will it work on my engine?
Yes. Passtime is capable of performing on all small block engines (Ford and GM).
8. How does the Passtime System work at a club that sells exclusive blocks of time?
While an owner/operator may find that selling blocks of time to be the most manageable in their circumstances, it presents substantial impediments in marketing to the consumer because it demands (1) a large sum of money up front and; (2) an inflexible schedule. Passtime was developed in response to both of these concerns. Passtime makes joining a club easier (less money down) and
9. Is it possible to use variable rates (i.e. peak / off-peak or coaching / recreational)?
Yes. You can easily sell a user 2 cards, one to be used during peak hours (or with coaching) and another to be used during off peak hours (or without coaching). The rate you charge can easily be programmed using the Passtime Software.
10. Why will it be easier to collect revenue?
Users will pay for their time when the card is programmed. This eliminates the need to deal with funds in the boat, or at the dock.
If your club has a web site, you can easily accept payments online using a service such as PayPal, enabling your users to not only pay before they arrive, but from home. Their card can be waiting for them when they arrive.