Service Level Agreements

Service Level Agreements for the various services provided by CrowdComms.

Overview Of CrowdComms Services


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Enterprise

Enterprise

CrowdComms Enterprise SLA

Onboarding: 
Reviews: 
Ongoing: 
  • The CrowdComms Content Management System (CMS) is incredibly intuitive, and you will have access to our comprehensive step by step guide to setting up your event platform along with an extensive library of docs and tutorial videos to help you along the way. 

  • Further support is available via a live chat desk which is accessible directly from the CMS. You can contact our highly trained support staff with any questions or queries. Support hours on the live chat desk are 08:00-18:30hrs Monday-Friday. 

  • Our support team can also be contacted via telephone during the same hours as above.

  • CrowdComms will provide a custom domain for your platform, up to the value of £25. Please contact the live chat desk who will set this up for you.
  • CrowdComms will provide templates for content available for download from the CrowdComms dashboard (CMS). 

  • CrowdComms will provide access to some generic HTML email templates that can be used to promote the platform. Please note, this is a templated email and you will be responsible for producing custom emails should the template not be suitable for your specific requirements. You will also be responsible for sending the email. Example

Optional enhancements to the self build SLA: 
  • Design setup service
    • CrowdComms design team apply your branding to the platform. Includes, brand colours, fonts and replicating your brand assets in one of the existing templates.
  • Training call (one hour), with one of the CrowdComms experts.
    • Discuss your requirements, receive training and best practise guidance on how to get the most of the CrowdComms platform.
  • Review Call (one hour), with one of the CrowdComms experts.
    • A chance to review the platform progress, receive refresher training, and best practise guidance on how to get the most from the CrowdComms platform.
  • CC Support Package
    • Combines design setup, training call and review call. Perfect for those who need a helping hand but want to manage the build themselves.
  • Managed build SLA
  • Event Services
Client responsibilities and considerations: 

  • Client will complete project kick off form. CrowdComms cannot initiate the platform for you until this is completed.

  • Changes in scope outside of the brief agreed with Account Manager before project kick off will need to be discussed with the Account Manager. Any changes to scope of work may result in additional costs and depending on what the change to scope involves, this may not be achievable within previously agreed timelines. 

  • Client will use the in-built page builder in the CMS to apply branding and design assets to the platform. If you require a bespoke design outside of our templates please contact your Account Manager. 

  • Client will upload all content via the CMS. 

  • Client will make all edits and updates via the CMS. 

  • Client will review and approve all content, the platform and complete the project sign off form before promotion.

  • Client will be responsible for promotion email/onboarding comms to the attendees. Best practise is to send this html email via an email marketing provider i.e. mail chimp. If you do not have access to an appropriate email marketing platform, it will be your responsibility to find an alternative method of promoting the platform.  

  • Client will be responsible for managing communications with end users who have issues accessing the platform - Read more 
  • In all instances the client will be required to complete the project sign off form. If you promote the platform without completing the project sign off form which follows the CrowdComms internal QC check, CrowdComms will not be responsible for any issues that may arise as a result of the setup. 
  • Native apps require three (3) weeks for the submission process. If rejected, resubmissions have the same three (3) weeks submission process. CrowdComms will provide guides to assist the client with setting up app store accounts and CrowdComms will process the submission upon receiving all required assets and invites. CrowdComms are not responsible for delays in the submission that arise from waiting for app store setup or approval.  
  • Client is responsible to share best practices relating to managing streaming if the client opts to manage streaming internally or through external AV / production partner - https://docs.mux.com/docs/configure-broadcast-software 

Event services

Event services

CrowdComms Managed Live Stream Service Level Agreement

 

Our service level agreement outlines the services included with our managed live stream service and your responsibilities. By utilising our included services and ensuring you own the points outlined as client requirements, ensures a seamless experience and most importantly, a great event. 

To provide guidance and work collaboratively with your event organisers and speakers to ensure they have the support required to deliver a seamless live stream to your virtual event. 

Services included:

Client responsibilities and considerations:

Supporting Info

Event services

Onsite Filming Service Level Agreement

 

Our service level agreement outlines the services included with our managed live stream service and your responsibilities. By utilising our included services and ensuring you own the points outlined as client requirements, ensures a seamless experience and most importantly, a great event. 

To provide guidance and work collaboratively with your event organisers and speakers to ensure they have the support required to deliver seamless onsite filming at your hybrid event. 

Services included:

Client responsibilities and considerations:

Onsite Client Requirements:

Please note: Expenses including travel, accommodation and sustenance are invoiced post event with receipts, or at agree per diem rate. 

Event services

Onsite Platform Support

The CrowdComms platform is self service and with our included remote training and support, many of our clients choose to manage everything themselves on show days. Having said this, time and resources aren't always available and having an expert onsite resource to oversee the delivery of the CrowdComms platform is incredibly valuable. 

Included: 

Please note: Expenses including travel, accommodation and sustenance are invoiced post event with receipts, or at agree per diem rate. 

Event services

Remote show day platform support

The CrowdComms platform is self service and with our included remote training and support, many of our clients choose to manage everything themselves on show days. Having said this, time and resources aren't always available and having an expert dedicated resource to oversee the delivery of the CrowdComms platform is incredibly valuable. 

Please note: If you opt to manage the platform yourself, you will still be able to contact CrowdComms for support during office hours without paying for dedicated remote platform support. 

Included:

Event services

Streaming technician

CrowdComms offer production services to deliver your event session streams. The show day streaming technicians work closely with Production Manager assigned to support the Managed Live Stream Service. Our highly experienced team will ensure you are in safe hands and will provide expert guidance on best practise resulting in the best possible output for attendees to watch and engage with on the event platform. 

Included: 

Please note: Expenses including travel, accommodation and sustenance are invoiced post event with receipts, or at agree per diem rate. Only applicable when technician attends your event or other location. 

Platform support

Platform support

Client Managed Content Service Level Agreement (Self Build)


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Our service level agreement outlines the services included with your platform license and your responsibilities. By utilising our included services and ensuring you own the points outlined as client requirements, ensures a seamless experience and most importantly a great event.  

Please ensure you have read and understood this document before starting work on a new project. 

Services included: 
  • The CrowdComms Content Management System (CMS) is incredibly intuitive, and you will have access to our comprehensive step by step guide to setting up your event platform along with an extensive library of docs and tutorial videos to help you along the way. 

  • Further support is available via a live chat desk which is accessible directly from the CMS. You can contact our highly trained support staff with any questions or queries. Support hours on the live chat desk are UK time 08:00-20:30hrs Monday-Thursday, Friday UK Time 08:00-18:00. 

  • Our support team can also be contacted via telephone during the same hours as above.

  • CrowdComms will provide a custom domain for your platform, up to the value of £25. Please contact the live chat desk who will set this up for you.
  • CrowdComms will provide templates for content available for download from the CrowdComms dashboard (CMS). 

  • CrowdComms will provide access to some generic HTML email templates that can be used to promote the platform. Please note, this is a templated email and you will be responsible for producing custom emails should the template not be suitable for your specific requirements. You will also be responsible for sending the email. Example

Optional enhancements to the self build SLA: 
  • Design setup service
    • CrowdComms design team apply your branding to the platform. Includes, brand colours, fonts and replicating your brand assets in one of the existing templates.
  • Training call (one hour), with one of the CrowdComms experts.
    • Discuss your requirements, receive training and best practise guidance on how to get the most of the CrowdComms platform.
  • Review Call (one hour), with one of the CrowdComms experts.
    • A chance to review the platform progress, receive refresher training, and best practise guidance on how to get the most from the CrowdComms platform.
  • CC Support Package
    • Combines design setup, training call and review call. Perfect for those who need a helping hand but want to manage the build themselves.
Client responsibilities and considerations: 

  • Client will complete project kick off form. CrowdComms cannot initiate the platform for you until this is completed.

  • Changes in scope outside of the brief agreed with Account Manager before project kick off will need to be discussed with the Account Manager. Any changes to scope of work may result in additional costs and depending on what the change to scope involves, this may not be achievable within previously agreed timelines. 

  • Client will use the in-built page builder in the CMS to apply branding and design assets to the platform. If you require a bespoke design outside of our templates please contact your Account Manager. 

  • Client will upload all content via the CMS. 

  • Client will make all edits and updates via the CMS. 

  • Client will review and approve all content, the platform and complete the project sign off form before promotion.

  • Client will be responsible for a promotion email/onboarding comms to the attendees. Best practise is to send this html email via an email marketing provider i.e. mail chimp. If you do not have access to an appropriate email marketing platform, it will be your responsibility to find an alternative method of promoting the platform.  

  • Client will be responsible for managing communications with end users who have issues accessing the platform - Read more 
  • In all instances the client will be required to complete the project sign off form. If you promote the platform without completing the project sign off form which follows the CrowdComms internal QC check, CrowdComms will not be responsible for any issues that may arise as a result of the setup. 
  • Native apps require three (3) weeks for the submission process. If rejected, resubmissions have the same three (3) weeks submission process. CrowdComms will provide guides to assist the client with setting up app store accounts and CrowdComms will process the submission upon receiving all required assets and invites. CrowdComms are not responsible for delays in the submission that arise from waiting for app store setup or approval.  
  • Client is responsible to share best practices relating to managing streaming if the client opts to manage streaming internally or through external AV / production partner - https://docs.mux.com/docs/configure-broadcast-software 

Example timeline, critical path to successful platform delivery 

We recommend allowing twelve (12) weeks to allow sufficient time to comfortably learn the CMS, to upload your event content, for quality control checks to take place and for the platform to be promoted ahead of your event show days allowing for pre-event engagement. The platform can be setup and promoted in shorter timeframes by allocating more time to the build process. We recommend allowing a minimum of six (6) weeks for the entire process.  

 Step One:  

Step Two:  

  • Work through the step by step guide to familiarise yourself with the CMS and get your platform up and running. 

Step Three:  

  • Upload your event content using the handy CMS templates. Allow 4 weeks to ensure you have sufficient time to upload all required content utilising the content and engagement modules on the CMS.  

Step Four:   
  • Quality control checks before promoting the platform to your users. Make sure you thoroughly test the platform. It is very common to make changes to content up and even during the event. Content changes managed by the client with CrowdComms support can continue to happen after the QC has taken place.  

  • As part of the QC check, CrowdComms will recommend improvements where appropriate. 

Step Five: Show Days and live event support.  
  • The steps outlined above will ensure the platform is setup in line with our best practices for a successful event.  

  • The self-service CMS, live chat and training materials provided pre-event will ensure you are well placed to manage the expected changes.  

  • CrowdComms offer show day support specialists at £1000 per day / per resource. If you opt for this level of support, the allocated support will be at your disposal on show days and act as an extension of your team. Responsibilities will include managing platform changes, engagement features and sending alerts. 

  • Standard show day support includes live chat and our support team contactable on (+44) 01258 863812 between 9am and 5.30pm UK time.   

  • If you have opted for CrowdComms managed streaming service, further detail can be found Here. 

Platform support

CrowdComms Managed Content Service Level Agreement (Full Build)

Introduction

Our service level agreement outlines the services included with your platform license and your responsibilities. By utilising our included services and ensuring you own the points outlined as client responsibilities, ensures a seamless experience and mostly importantly a great event. 

Please ensure you have read and understood this document before starting work on a new project. 

Useful Resources
Services included
  • CrowdComms will allocate a named Event Project Manager for the duration of the project. The standard package offers twenty (20) hours of dedicated support which we will monitor, if you feel you will require more than this other support packages are available. Please contact your Account Manager for more details. 

  • A wider support team will be available to assist should your allocated contact be unavailable for any extended period of time. 

  • CrowdComms include a limited design service to take your assets and apply these to the platform. CrowdComms are not a design agency and all design services are outlined here.

  • Your allocated support manager will schedule a kick off meeting to take place within five (5) working days of being introduced by the account manager.

  • Your allocated support manager will schedule weekly review calls to ensure project timelines are met. Please refer to client responsibilities to ensure you are dong your part to keep the project on track.

  • CrowdComms will respond to emails within one (1) business day answering questions, outlining next steps or requesting more information where appropriate.

  • CrowdComms will provide templates to allow you to add content in the required format. These templates can be accessed via the project SharePoint folder. These templates are also available for download from the CrowdComms dashboard (CMS).

  • CrowdComms will advise on realistic turnaround times upon receiving content. If content is provided within agreed templates, this content will be uploaded within five (5) business days. 

  • CrowdComms will upload the first draft of the content, using the data provided in the SharePoint file. CrowdComms will then export the data from the CMS and add to the SharePoint file for the client to add/edit/delete

  • CrowdComms will then upload the remaining data from SharePoint once the client has confirmed via email that the content is finalised and signed off for publishing.

  • Once platform content is loaded, training will be provided to enable the client to manage ongoing changes.  

  • CrowdComms will deliver One (1) hour of Content Management System (CMS) training via Teams. If you are not able to use Teams, we can provide training on your video conference solution of choice however you will be responsible for setting up the call. 

  • CrowdComms will provide ongoing email and telephone support throughout the project lifecycle.

  • CrowdComms will offer support via our live chat service available on the CMS

  • CrowdComms will complete a quality control check before you are sent the project sign off form. Upon completion of the sign off form, the platform will be ready for promotion. 

  • CrowdComms will provide an html branded template email with joining instructions which you can use to send the joining instructions to delegates - View Example. Please note, this is a templated email and you will be responsible for producing custom emails should the template not be suitable for your specific requirements.

  • CrowdComms will provide a custom domain for your platform, up to the value of £25.

  • If you need assistance outside of office hours we have a number of additional support packages to suit your requirements. Please discuss with your Account Manager. 

Client responsibilities and considerations
  • Changes in scope outside of the brief agreed with Account Manager before project kick off will need to be discussed with the Account Manager. Any changes to scope of work may result in additional costs and depending on what the change to scope involves, this may not be achievable within previously agreed timelines. 

  • Client will make all efforts to condense support requests into one email where possible.  

  • Client will provide brand guidelines and design assets where required to assist with the platform design setup. 

  • Client will provide all content in agreed templates and will proofread content before sending to CrowdComms. 

  • CrowdComms upload content as provided.  

  • Once content is loaded, client will make ongoing edits including show day updates via the CMS. 

  • Client will review and approve all content, the platform and complete the project sign off form before promotion.  

  • Client will be responsible for sending the html promotion email provided by CrowdComms. Best practise is to send this html email via an email marketing provider i.e. mail chimp. If you do not have access to an appropriate email marketing platform, it will be your responsibility to find an alternative method of promoting the platform.  

  • Client will be responsible for managing communications with end users who have issues accessing the platform - Read more 

  • In all instances the client will be required to complete the project sign off form. If you promote the platform without completing the project sign off form which follows the CrowdComms internal QC check, CrowdComms will not be responsible for any issues that may arise as a result of the setup.

  • Native apps require three (3) weeks for the submission process. If rejected, resubmissions have the same three (3) weeks submission process. CrowdComms will provide guides to assist the client with setting up app store accounts and CrowdComms will process the submission upon receiving all required assets and invites. CrowdComms are not responsible for delays in the submission that arise from waiting for app store setup or approval. 

  • Client is responsible to share best practices relating to managing streaming if the client opts to manage streaming internally or through external AV / production partner - https://docs.mux.com/docs/configure-broadcast-software 

Example timeline, critical path to successful platform delivery 

We recommend allowing twelve (12) weeks for your content to be uploaded, quality control checks to take place, training to be provided, and for the platform to be promoted ahead of the show days allowing for pre-event engagement. 

The platform can be setup and promoted in shorter timeframes if your content is readily available and can be provided in the CrowdComms provided templates. We recommend allowing a minimum of six (6) weeks for the entire process as a minimum.  

Step One: Complete the project setup form, provide all required information, selecting your preferred design template and provide required design assets.  

  • Allow Five (5) working days for your platform design to be in place after completing the setup form. 

  • One round of changes is included within the design service, such as adding new icons. 

  • Additional rounds of changes are charged at £150 per request or £150 per hour providing you are able to communicate all changes at the same time. 

  • Training will be provided to rename and reorder icons if required.  

Step Two: Kick off call - you'll be given a link to book a kick off call with your allocated Project Manager and your Account Manager at your convenience.  

  • During this one (1) hour kick off call you will be introduced to your CrowdComms team along with information on roles and responsibilities. We will discuss your specific project requirements provided on the project setup form and outline deadlines to hit project milestones. 

  • You will be given templates to allow you to add content in the required format. These templates can be accessed via the project SharePoint folder. These templates are also available for download from the CrowdComms dashboard (CMS). 

  • We will agree a time for weekly alignment calls to meet and discuss the status of the project along the way. These will be with your allocated Project Manager.

Step Three: CrowdComms upload your event content. 

  • Your allocated Project Manager will advise on realistic turnaround times upon receiving content. 

  • If content is provided within agreed templates, this content will typically be loaded within 5 working days.  

Step Four: Arrange a review call with your Account Manager and Project Manager

  • Before the platform is live a review call is opportunity to ensure the various sections are fit for purpose following what was agreed in the initial discussion during the kick off call.  

  • If additional changes are required, your allocated support contact will implement the agreed actions before arranging another follow review call.  

  • If content is as required, training will be provided to allow you to manage ongoing edits on the CMS.

  • If you are managing the stream delivery yourself, these engagement features being utilised during your event will be covered during this training session. 

Step Five: Quality control checks before promoting the platform to your users.  

  • The QC step takes place before platform promotion to ensure the platform, layout and sections are fit for purpose. 

  • As part of the QC check, CrowdComms will recommend improvements where appropriate. 

  • Once the internal QC check has passed, CrowdComms will send you the project sign off form.

  • You will be required to complete the project sign off form in order for the html template promotion email to be made available - View example html promotion email. 

  • Please note the client will be responsible for sending the promotion email from your email marketing provider.

  • If you promote the platform without completing the project sign off form which follows the CrowdComms internal QC check, CrowdComms will not be responsible for any issues that may arise as a result of the setup. 

  • It is very common to make changes to content up and even during the event. Content changes managed by the client with CrowdComms support can continue to happen after the QC has taken place.  

Step Six: Show Days and live event support.  

  • The steps outlined will ensure the platform is setup in line with our best practices for a successful event.  

  • The self service CMS and training provided pre event will ensure you are well placed to manage the expected changes.  

  • CrowdComms offer show day support specialists at £600 per day / per resource. If you opt for this level of support, the allocated support will be at your disposal on show days and act as an extension of your team. Responsibilities will include managing platform changes, engagement features and sending alerts. 

  • Standard show day support includes your allocated support specialist being contactable by email however for immediate requirements, the wider support team can be contacted on (+44) 01258 863812 between 9am and 5.30pm UK time.   

  • If you have opted for CrowdComms managed streaming service, further detail can be found Here. 

Platform support

Expedited Managed Content Service Level Agreement (Full Build)

Our service level agreement outlines the services included with your platform license and your responsibilities. By utilising our included services and ensuring you own the points outlined as client responsibilities, ensures a seamless experience and mostly importantly a great event. 

Please ensure you have read and understood this document before starting work on a new project. 

Intro Video: Same as standard managed build with two x weekly meetings, expedited response times and expedited turn around time,

Services included
  • CrowdComms will allocate a named Event Project Manager for the duration of the project. The standard package offers twenty (20) hours of dedicated support which we will monitor, if you feel you will require more than this other support packages are available. Please contact your Account Manager for more details. 

  • A wider support team will be available to assist should your allocated contact be unavailable for any extended period of time. 

  • CrowdComms include a limited design service to take your assets and apply these to the platform. CrowdComms are not a design agency and all design services are outlined here.

  • Your allocated support manager will schedule a kick off meeting to take place within two (2) working days of being introduced by the account manager.

  • Your allocated support manager will schedule weekly review calls to ensure project timelines are met. Please refer to client responsibilities to ensure you are dong your part to keep the project on track.

  • CrowdComms will respond to emails within four (4) working hours answering questions, outlining next steps or requesting more information where appropriate.

  • CrowdComms will provide templates to allow you to add content in the required format. These templates can be accessed via the project SharePoint folder. These templates are also available for download from the CrowdComms dashboard (CMS).

  • CrowdComms will advise on realistic turnaround times upon receiving content. If content is provided within agreed templates, this content will be uploaded within three (3) business days. 

  • CrowdComms will upload the first draft of the content, using the data provided in the SharePoint file. CrowdComms will then export the data from the CMS and add to the SharePoint file for the client to add/edit/delete

  • CrowdComms will then upload the remaining data from SharePoint once the client has confirmed via email that the content is finalised and signed off for publishing.

  • Once platform content is loaded, training will be provided to enable the client to manage ongoing changes.  

  • CrowdComms will deliver One (1) hour of Content Management System (CMS) training via Teams. If you are not able to use Teams, we can provide training on your video conference solution of choice however you will be responsible for setting up the call. 

  • CrowdComms will provide ongoing email and telephone support throughout the project lifecycle.

  • CrowdComms will offer support via our live chat service available on the CMS

  • CrowdComms will complete a quality control check before you are sent the project sign off form. Upon completion of the sign off form, the platform will be ready for promotion. 

  • CrowdComms will provide an html branded template email with joining instructions which you can use to send the joining instructions to delegates - View Example. Please note, this is a templated email and you will be responsible for producing custom emails should the template not be suitable for your specific requirements.

  • CrowdComms will provide a custom domain for your platform, up to the value of £25.

  • If you need assistance outside of office hours we have a number of additional support packages to suit your requirements. Please discuss with your Account Manager. 

Client responsibilities and considerations
  • Changes in scope outside of the brief agreed with Account Manager before project kick off will need to be discussed with the Account Manager. Any changes to scope of work may result in additional costs and depending on what the change to scope involves, this may not be achievable within previously agreed timelines. 

  • Client will make all efforts to condense support requests into one email where possible.  

  • Client will provide brand guidelines and design assets where required to assist with the platform design setup. 

  • Client will provide all content in agreed templates and will proofread content before sending to CrowdComms. 

  • CrowdComms upload content as provided.  

  • Once content is loaded, client will make ongoing edits including show day updates via the CMS. 

  • Client will review and approve all content, the platform and complete the project sign off form before promotion.  

  • Client will be responsible for sending the html promotion email provided by CrowdComms. Best practise is to send this html email via an email marketing provider i.e. mail chimp. If you do not have access to an appropriate email marketing platform, it will be your responsibility to find an alternative method of promoting the platform.  

  • Client will be responsible for managing communications with end users who have issues accessing the platform - Read more 

  • In all instances the client will be required to complete the project sign off form. If you promote the platform without completing the project sign off form which follows the CrowdComms internal QC check, CrowdComms will not be responsible for any issues that may arise as a result of the setup.

  • Native apps require three (3) weeks for the submission process. If rejected, resubmissions have the same three (3) weeks submission process. CrowdComms will provide guides to assist the client with setting up app store accounts and CrowdComms will process the submission upon receiving all required assets and invites. CrowdComms are not responsible for delays in the submission that arise from waiting for app store setup or approval. 

  • Client is responsible to share best practices relating to managing streaming if the client opts to manage streaming internally or through external AV / production partner - https://docs.mux.com/docs/configure-broadcast-software 

Platform support

Design Set-up Process Service Level Agreement

Overview:

CrowdComms offers an included standard design service to help ensure that your platform looks great and is visually continuous with the theme of your event or brand.

The CrowdComms platform allows you to choose from one of our user-friendly, tried, and tested homepage designs. Simply follow the below steps, provide us with the required assets and we will apply the initial branding and completed homepage to your platform within five (5) working days.

If you require something other than the available page builder templates, you have the option to create a custom design yourself and provide CrowdComms with the vector assets to implement. If you have an idea of what you want the homepage to be but do not have a designer, our design team can also help with this. This custom design is an additional service, so please contact your Account Manager to discuss options and associated pricing.

Please note: CrowdComms offer a limited design service to take your assets and apply these to the platform. CrowdComms are not a design agency and assets will be applied as received. Once your design is in place, you will have the opportunity to review and request one (1) round of changes within the design service included. Additional rounds of changes will be charged at £100 per request or £100 per hour providing you are able to communicate all changes at the same time.

1. Homepage

Most platforms look best with a homepage to welcome visitors, highlight the platform features, and showcase the brand. 

Once you have chosen the template please supply the relevant images for the template, the asset guide is here: Sizing Guide.pdf

These can include: 

•  This has no set dimensions because all logos are different shapes, but we recommend that it's at least 600px in width and is supplied as a transparent .png file that will be visible over the page's background.

• If you are unsure about this, please provide us with a vector file of the logo (.ai .svg .eps) and we will do the rest. 

Homepage Background

•  If you would like your homepage to have a background that is different from the rest of your platform, please supply a background image at 1920 x 1080 px (.png .jpg) We recommend that this is a file size of under 1MB.

• We recommend that your background image doesn't contain any text, logos, or elements that need to be shown in full. As this is a background image, other elements will sit in front of it and it will be cropped at different screen sizes. We also suggest using a background that will sit nicely behind your homepage logo and text, often a busy background can make the homepage text illegible. 

• If you are unsure about this, please provide us with the image at the highest resolution you have, and we will size it and adjust it for you.

• If you would like this to just be a solid colour or gradient, we can also do this for you. Please send us the Hex code or RGB colour in this instance.

Widget Images 

•  If your template has widget which use images, please supply these. The recommended size is for widget image are different for each template, and you can find these recommendations in the page builder module, by opening the page editor. We recommend that this is a file size of under 1MB.

• We recommend that your background image doesn't contain any text, logos or elements which need to be shown in full. As this is a background image for the widget, other elements will sit in front of it and it will be cropped at different screensizes.

• If you are unsure about this, please provide us with the image at the highest resolution you have, and we will size it.

Video

• If your chosen homepage template includes a video please upload this to your app's video library, found under Libraries > Videos. 

2. Platform Branding

We also theme the rest of the platform to ensure that every page is visually continuous with your homepage and event.

Visual/Brand Guidlines

Please send us a copy of your brand guidelines for the theme you would your platform to match. Sometimes these are not the company guidelines but may be specific to the event. 

• These should contain guidance on Logos, Colours, fonts, and general visual style. 

Platform Background

•  This appears behind all pages of your platform. This can be a solid colour, image or gradient.

•  If you would like to use an image please supply a background image at 1920 x 1080 px (.png .jpg) we recommend that this is a file size of under 1MB 

• We recommend that your background image doesn't contain any text, logos or elements which need to be shown in full. As this is a background image, other elements will sit in front of it and it will be cropped at different screen sizes. 

• If you are unsure about this, please provide us with the image at the highest resolution you have, and we will size it and adjust it for you.

• If you would like this to just be a solid colour or gradient, we can also do this for you. Please send us the Hex code or RGB colour in this instance.

Font Files

•  If the fonts you wish to use are available on Google Fonts, Adobe Fonts or is a Websafe font. We can use them without any additional files. 

• If your font is not on any of the above however and you own a licence for it, we can add it to the platform, please supply your font files as either .ttf, .otf, .woff or .woff2 file. Please supply files for each weight and style you would like to use. Multiple font families can be added. 



Platform support

Elements - Service Level Agreement (Full Build)

Our service level agreement outlines the services included with your platform license and your responsibilities. By utilising our included services and ensuring you own the points outlined as client responsibilities, ensures a seamless experience and mostly importantly a great event.

Please ensure you have read and understood this document before starting work on a new project.

Services included:
Client responsibilities and considerations:
Example timeline, critical path to successful platform delivery

We recommend allowing twelve (12) weeks for your content to be uploaded, quality control checks to take place, training to be provided, and for the platform to be promoted ahead of the show days allowing for pre event engagement.

The platform can be setup and promoted in shorter timeframes if your content is readily available and can be provided in the CrowdComms provided templates. We recommend allowing a minimum of six (6) weeks for the entire process as a minimum. 

Step One: Complete the project setup form, provide all required information, selecting your preferred design template and provide required design assets. 

Step Two: Content discussion call with allocated support specialist. Available time and dates will be offered within one week of your project setup form being completed. 

Step Three: CrowdComms upload your event content.

Step Four: Arrange review call with your allocated support specialist.

Step Five: Quality control checks before promoting the platform to your users. 

Step Six: Show Days and live event support. 

Platform support

Kiosk manager app, Lead capture app and Attendance tracking app

The success of your event is our priority and only by attending the first event or scheduling a dedicated training day in advance of your event can we ensure your team have the skills to self manage these apps. 

With this considered, it is a requirement to purchase dedicated show day support for the first time using any of these apps.

This will include one of the CrowdComms team attending your event and managing the referenced apps. Or attending your office or other location on a dedicated training day to up-skill your team to self-manage moving forward. 

After the first event, any of these apps can be self managed alongside the hybrid event app or as a standalone solution. 

When self managing these apps, CrowdComms will provide a one hour training session in the lead up to your event to ensure you have the knowledge to manage this alone. 

Important: Whilst the apps are compatible across devices, it is essential to test at least one (1) week pre event on any devices you will be using. This allows sufficient time to troubleshoot any potential issues in advance of the event. 

Pre event and onsite registration

Pre event and onsite registration

CrowdComms Registration: Managed Build

Introduction

Our service level agreement outlines the services included with your platform license and your responsibilities. By utilising our included services and ensuring you own the points outlined as client responsibilities, ensures a seamless experience and mostly importantly a registration that meets the agreed scope and delivers to the key success metrics discussed. 

Please ensure you have read and understood this document before starting work on a new project. 

Useful Resources
What's Included
  • CrowdComms will allocate a named Event Project Manager for the duration of the project. The standard package offers twenty (20) hours of dedicated support which we will monitor, if you feel you will require more than this other support packages are available. Please contact your Account Manager for more details. 

  • A wider support team will be available to assist should your allocated contact be unavailable for any extended period of time. 

  • CrowdComms include a limited design service to take your assets and apply these to the platform. Details of what assets are required are outlined here, and a content plan will be shared to provide assets and / or brand guidelines. 

  • Your allocated support manager will schedule a kick off meeting to take place within five (5) working days of being introduced by the account manager.

  • Your allocated support manager will schedule weekly review calls to ensure project timelines are met. Please refer to client responsibilities to ensure you are dong your part to keep the project on track.

  • CrowdComms will respond to emails within one (1) business day answering questions, outlining next steps or requesting more information where appropriate.

  • CrowdComms will provide templates to allow you to add content in the required format. These templates can be accessed via the project SharePoint folder. These templates are also available for download from the CrowdComms dashboard (CMS).

  • CrowdComms will advise on realistic turnaround times upon receiving content. If content is provided within agreed templates, this content will be uploaded within five (5) business days. 

  • CrowdComms will upload the first draft of the content, using the data provided in the SharePoint file. CrowdComms will then export the data from the CMS and add to the SharePoint file for the client to add/edit/delete

  • CrowdComms will then upload the remaining data from SharePoint once the client has confirmed via email that the content is finalised and signed off for publishing.

  • Once platform content is loaded, training will be provided to enable the client to manage ongoing changes.  

  • CrowdComms will deliver One (1) hour of Content Management System (CMS) training via Teams. If you are not able to use Teams, we can provide training on your video conference solution of choice however you will be responsible for setting up the call. 

  • CrowdComms will provide ongoing email and telephone support throughout the project lifecycle.

  • CrowdComms will offer support via our live chat service available on the CMS.

  • CrowdComms will complete a quality control check before you are sent the project sign off form. Upon completion of the sign off form, the platform will be ready for promotion. 

  • CrowdComms will provide a custom domain for your platform, up to the value of £25.

  • If you need assistance outside of office hours we have a number of additional support packages to suit your requirements. Please discuss with your Account Manager. 

Client Responsibilities & Considerations
Pre event and onsite registration

Kiosk Service Level Agreement

 

Our service level agreement outlines the services included with your kiosk project and your responsibilities. By utilising our included services and ensuring you own the points outlined as client requirements, ensures a seamless experience and most importantly a great event. 

Please ensure you have read and understood this document before starting work on a new project.

Timeline

Services Included

Client Requirements

Onsite Client Requirements 

Please Note

Pre event and onsite registration

Comprehensive registration Service Level Agreement

We offer a user friendly, templated registration solution that is customisable to replicate your brand. Requirements for registration can vary significantly and below SLA is based on a typical managed registration requirement: 

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Registration setup 

We recommend allowing four (4) weeks as a minimum to get your registration setup. Quicker turnaround is possible depending on availability of resources, discuss shorter turnaround options with your account manager. 

Important: Delays to providing content or multiple rounds of changes will result in the process taking longer. 

Your allocated Support Specialist will provide a Sharepoint folder to provide the required assets and details outlined below. Once content is received, your allocated support will advise time to get uploaded to the platform. This can vary depending on scope of the content. 10 working days is a guide between all content provided and it being ready for initial review.

We provide training to enable you to manage ongoing changes once the site is built. If you prefer for us to manage ongoing updates, discuss this with your account manager at project scope stage. Time to implement updates will depend on the nature of request i.e. simple changes, we aim to update with one (1) working day. Multiple updates or large data uploads will take longer,  your allocated support manager will advise once they have reviewed content. 

Once we have uploaded the bulk of the content, we will schedule a review call and provide training to allow you to make real time edits to content as needed. The aim here, is to empower you to have control over tweaks that are needed straight away. 

General Requirements: 
Required Design assets: 
Required Details: 
Content pages: 
Reporting:

Live reporting will be available via the reg.crowdcomms.com dashboard. This includes the details captured from registration and breakdown of who has and hasn't registered. You can export reports based on registration status i.e. who hasn't registered to target these users with additional rounds of promotion via your email marketing platform. Additional rounds of promotion are not included within the registration light package. 

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Pre event and onsite registration

Legacy: Registration Essentials Setup & Service Level Agreement

Overview and key features: 

Registration light is a simple branded website to register users and populate the virtual event platform attendee list. Registration light is managed outside of the CrowdComms platform and is priced separately to the CrowdComms Platform. Your Account Manager will be able to provide more information if this is a good fit for your requirements. 

Please note: This is a registration light solution limited to the functionality outlined on this page. The linked example demonstrates how your registration light solution will appear with branding and content applied.

For more comprehensive registration requirements, please contact your Account Manager for further options. 

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Landing Page

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Register Form 

Please note: All registrants will see the same initial questions on the registration form. However, logic and branch questioning is supported.

Question Types: 

Please provide the data capture questions required for the registration page outlining the question followed by type of question in brackets and whether the question is Required or Not Required. Examples of how to provide this data are outlined below. 

Please note: First Name, Last Name and Email required as a minimum. 

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Confirmation Message

Upon registering, a confirmation message including your custom text will appear. This will be followed by a confirmation email. Please complete the example registration form linked at the top of this doc to see how this appears. 

Confirmation Email 

Upon registering, a confirmation email will also be sent from the no reply email address.

Reporting 

Live reporting will be available via the reg.crowdcomms.com dashboard. This includes the details captured from registration and breakdown of who has and hasn't registered. You can export reports based on registration status i.e. who hasn't registered to target these users with additional rounds of promotion via your email marketing platform. Additional rounds of promotion are not included within the registration light package. 

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Registration Setup Requirements

Your allocated Support Specialist will provide a Sharepoint folder to provide the required assets and details outlined below. Upon receiving acknowledgement of required assets being received, allow 5 working days for your Registration Light solution to be created. Updates will take 3 working days and to avoid unnecessary delays please ensure all required assets and details are approved and provided at the same time. 

General Requirements: 

Required Design assets: 

Required Details: