It seems that silent auction has been around for millions of years.They have become a fundamental requirement and any charity fundraising.Traditionally, you just throw a party and then conduct a silent auction off a stacked of donated items in a separate room.You get cultivation and fundraising all in one.
The traditional silent auction, however, has several disadvantages.Distraction is the first hurdle of bidders in this type of auction.With cocktail in one hand, entertainment in front of them at the same time check on the results of their bids, it will be very hard for the bidders to concentrate.Another hurdle would the accuracy of the results.Important data like how many people will show, if the items donated are attractive enough for the bidders or the attendees are willing to compete with their friends will be very hard to determine.Lastly, taking care of the auction while throwing a party simultaneously is very labor intensive for the organizers.Nonetheless, there is no need to worry anymore because there are different kinds of silent auction systems (http://crowdcomms.com/silentauction/) available in the market today to make the silent auction fun and revenue generating.
One of the silent auction system available in the market today is Crowdcomms’ Gala-Bid.Testimonies of those who have tried it indicate that it is simple to use, set-up and can be run anywhere, anytime.Joining the auction is easy for interested bidder if he or she has smartphone, tablet or tablet.On top of this, the presence of the bidders is not required in order for them to join the auction.This just means that your fundraising event has the potential to reach a wider market.More funds can be raised because there are more bids and bidders which is very important in this case.Competition among bidders will increase which will make a fun and entertaining event.Lastly, it is very interactive because the bidding info, results, and sponsors are displayed in a large screen during the event.
Axial's Silent Auction System is another silent auction system available specifically made for fundraising event.The results are automatically updated on screen while the bidding is simultaneously going on in the event.Summary of all bids, highlight an individual item, shows the current highest bid, name of bidder, total number of bids, so far and most important of all, the total amount raised are all shown in the screen.There is an increased rate of bids received as proven by the attested by those who have used the system.
21st century fundraising through silent auction should not be so primitive anymore.With all the silent auction technology available today, hosting such event should be a breeze and a very rewarding endeavor.
The traditional silent auction, however, has several disadvantages.Distraction is the first hurdle of bidders in this type of auction.With cocktail in one hand, entertainment in front of them at the same time check on the results of their bids, it will be very hard for the bidders to concentrate.Another hurdle would the accuracy of the results.Important data like how many people will show, if the items donated are attractive enough for the bidders or the attendees are willing to compete with their friends will be very hard to determine.Lastly, taking care of the auction while throwing a party simultaneously is very labor intensive for the organizers.Nonetheless, there is no need to worry anymore because there are different kinds of silent auction systems (http://crowdcomms.com/silentauction/) available in the market today to make the silent auction fun and revenue generating.
One of the silent auction system available in the market today is Crowdcomms’ Gala-Bid.Testimonies of those who have tried it indicate that it is simple to use, set-up and can be run anywhere, anytime.Joining the auction is easy for interested bidder if he or she has smartphone, tablet or tablet.On top of this, the presence of the bidders is not required in order for them to join the auction.This just means that your fundraising event has the potential to reach a wider market.More funds can be raised because there are more bids and bidders which is very important in this case.Competition among bidders will increase which will make a fun and entertaining event.Lastly, it is very interactive because the bidding info, results, and sponsors are displayed in a large screen during the event.
Axial's Silent Auction System is another silent auction system available specifically made for fundraising event.The results are automatically updated on screen while the bidding is simultaneously going on in the event.Summary of all bids, highlight an individual item, shows the current highest bid, name of bidder, total number of bids, so far and most important of all, the total amount raised are all shown in the screen.There is an increased rate of bids received as proven by the attested by those who have used the system.
21st century fundraising through silent auction should not be so primitive anymore.With all the silent auction technology available today, hosting such event should be a breeze and a very rewarding endeavor.
Source : By Nathan Jone, About the Author:
Nathan Jones is a writer for the event technology provider Crowdcomms and has plenty of experience with fundraising ideas.
