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What Rental Management Software Should Actually Do
Rental management software tracks gear, orders, and invoices — but for live event production companies, the gear order is just the start. Here’s what to look for and where the category falls short.
Rundown Templates 101: Everything Event Pros Need to Know
What is a rundown template? How does it differ from a run of show or cue sheet? Everything event production pros need to know — plus free templates to download.
The AI Glossary for Event Companies
If you run an event production company, you’ve been handed a new vocabulary almost overnight. Agents, models, LLMs, RAG, hallucinations — and that’s before the vendor pitch even starts. Here’s a plain-English glossary of the AI terms you’re hearing most, defined by what they actually mean for your operation.
AI Agents vs. AI Chatbots: What’s the Difference?
Every event operator is hearing about AI right now. Most of what’s being pitched is a chatbot — a smarter search box. But the tools that actually give you your week back are AI agents. Here’s the difference between the two, and why it matters for live event production.
Build vs. Buy AI: The Question Event Production Companies Can’t Afford to Get Wrong
In live events, AI is only as useful as the system it lives inside. Here’s why native beats generic, and what to ask before you buy.
Before You Invest in RFID, Ask Yourself This
RFID is generating buzz in the live events industry — but is your operation actually ready for it? LASSO Industry Engineer Mel Baglio breaks down the real challenges of RFID in AV and production warehouses, and why getting your workflow foundation right comes first.
What Is CPQ Software — and Do Event Production Companies Actually Need It?
Large event companies need CPQ-level quoting infrastructure. Here’s why traditional CPQ falls short—and how LASSO delivers it, built for live events.
Does Your Event Business Need to Offer a 401k in 2026?
What event companies need to know about state retirement mandates—and how to stay compliant.
All Things Barcodes: A Practical Guide to Getting Started in LASSO
Not sure where to start with barcoding? Learn how to choose between barcode printers and pre-made labels, plan your rollout, and connect it all to LASSO Inventory.
Advanced Containers & Packages: Smarter Ways to Manage Your Gear in LASSO
Stop manually scanning every item on every return. Learn how LASSO’s advanced container features—kits, locked containers, restoring, and quick turns—save your warehouse team time on every event.
Why Generic Event Software Fails Production Companies
Most “event management” software was built for attendees, not production ops. Here’s why generic platforms break down when you try to run crew scheduling, inventory, payroll, and job costing through them.
Let’s Talk Packages: How to Build Smarter Gear Orders in LASSO
Your team quotes the same gear over and over—so why build every order manually? Learn how LASSO’s package types help sales quote faster and warehouse teams pull smarter.