Override a timetable

Kitomba 1 Timetable Overrides

31 Jul 2018 by Kitomba

If you experience unplanned staff leave and timetable changes (and have access to the Kitomba 1 Appointment Book) we’ve got a new feature which will be available in the coming weeks! Continue reading…

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We’ve integrated with piiq!

26 Jul 2018 by Kitomba

UPDATE: As of August 2021 Kitomba is no longer integrated with piiq. If you’re interested in using Kitomba and piiq together, please submit a feature request in our forum.

We’re excited to announce that we’ve integrated with piiq – a total game-changer for the salon industry! Continue reading…

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How to sell more online gift vouchers for your salon, spa or clinic

25 Jul 2018 by Kitomba

Want to know how to sell online gift vouchers for your salon, spa or clinic? You can make it easy for your clients to purchase the perfect gift by selling online gift vouchers for your hair and beauty business through Kitomba.

If you have Kitomba Online Booking, you can create and manage your online vouchers in Kitomba 1. Once you’re all set up, you’ll need to promote them so your sales really take off!

Here are eight proven ways to start selling more vouchers online.
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How to set up Online Voucher Sales in Kitomba

18 Jul 2018 by Kitomba

Online Voucher Sales are available for single site salons, spas and clinics with Kitomba Online Booking. Online Voucher Sales allows your clients to purchase gift vouchers via Online Booking, your website, social media channels, emails or text messages!  Continue reading…

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8 strategies to create a happier and healthier team

16 Jul 2018 by Kitomba

A happy, healthy team can significantly increase performance, lower costs, reduce employee turnover and boost morale. So creating a fantastic work environment that your team can thrive in is important. Here are 8 easy to implement strategies to help boost your salon, spa or clinic’s happiness and health! Continue reading…

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Five foundations for happiness in your salon workplace

5 Jul 2018 by Lisa Conway

Imagine if everyone was happy working in your salon. Imagine never having to worry about whether a team member was staying or going. Imagine being able to plan long-term to develop your team to meet their full potential. Imagine being able to step back and let your team run the show.

For many salon owners, having a happy workplace is only ever a dream. The truth is, the difference between daydreaming and living the reality is within your reach. There are five key foundations for happiness in your salon workplace and I’m going to share them with you here. But first, let me explain why.
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Instantly send appointment details

4 Jul 2018 by Kitomba

We’ve got a cool new feature for you and your clients that can replace the need for appointment cards! Now you can instantly send clients their appointment details which they can add to their calendar.  Continue reading…

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New Online Booking features

4 Jul 2018 by Kitomba

Today we’ve released some new features in Online Booking:

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Kitomba Birthday Reminders

4 Jul 2018 by Kitomba

Providing an exceptional client experience just got easier with Kitomba Birthday Reminders. Now Kitomba will automatically let you know if a client’s birthday is the day before, day of, or day after their appointment, so you can wish them a happy birthday! Watch out for this new feature in Kitomba over the coming weeks.

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Adding capabilities in Kitomba 1

Kitomba 1 Staff Capabilities

4 Jul 2018 by Kitomba

Staff Capabilities define which services each of your staff are trained to perform. Now you can set staff capabilities from anywhere, on any device, in Kitomba 1. Continue reading…