Scheduling Manager

Scheduling Manager

Thoughtful Systems
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About

Scheduling Manager Gemini is a multi-functional software management tool for field service businesses. It incorporates robust CRM features, as well as Job Scheduling, Employee Scheduling, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Mapping, SMS and Caller ID to help a wide range of service businesses improve their efficiency and customer service capabilities. Scheduling Manager Gemini interfaces with several off-the-shelf business accounting and payroll solutions including QuickBooks, ADP, Sage, Xero, MYOB, Infusionsoft, Paychex and Act!. The software is available as either a desktop or web-based application and can be tailored to meet the specific needs of each customer. Industries serviced include residential and commercial cleaning, carpet cleaning, fire extinguisher maintenance, janitorial, home health care, HVAC, pest control and many others. It interfaces with SM-Mobile, our mobile app (runs on Android or Apple).

About

Finally, an FSM powered by AI and smart automations that work for you. Workiz simplifies operations, strengthens customer relationships, and drives business growth. As the leading field service management platform built with service pros in mind, Workiz offers the Genius Suite: a powerful set of tools including Jessica AI Dispatcher (Genius Answering), cloud-based invoicing, scheduling, SMS messaging, CRM, and work orders. Everything you need to stay organized, win more jobs, and build a service business that runs itself — with technology that feels like a helping hand, not a replacement.

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Audience

Field service businesses -- Cleaning, pest control, HVAC maintenance, carpet cleaning, window cleaning, residential cleaning (maid service), liquid waste, air duct maintenance, etc.

Audience

Field Service Professionals

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

API

Offers API

API

Offers API

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

$795.00/one-time
Additional fees for multi user and for advanced features.
Monthly payments also supported
Free Version
Free Trial

Pricing

No information available.
Standard

Pro

Ultimate
Free Version
Free Trial

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 5.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 3.0 / 5
ease 3.2 / 5
features 3.2 / 5
design 3.0 / 5
support 3.0 / 5

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • We have used Scheduling Manager Gemini software from Thoughtful Systems for over 12 years now, for our residential cleaning business Before we started using Thoughtful’ s software, we relied on some paper and pen methods, also spreadsheets and data on customers in QuickBooks. When we first implemented Scheduling Manager Gemini software, we were pleased that the software could import all our customer information from QuickBooks. Since that time, we have maintained the link between Thoughtful Systems and QuickBooks, so all invoices and payments we create in Scheduling Manager Gemini are exported seamlessly to QuickBooks. Also, any new customers we enter into Gemini are transferred. From time to time, we have asked Thoughtful Systems for modifications to certain parts of the software, and they have been great at implementing what we want at reasonable rates. We have found the support staff to be helpful in promptly attending to any questions or issues that have occurred with the software. We like also that Thoughtful Systems adds new features from time to time -- their mobile app is great. Also, the text messaging features, which let us send reminders to all customers via text message each day.
  • It makes job scheduling much more manageable -- a huge improvement over what we used to do more than 12 years ago, before we started using Scheduling Manager. Invoicing is made easy too. We can keep track of all info for our customers easily.

Cons

  • The only regret I have is that we didn’t start using this software sooner!
  • I couldn't say I don't like something particular about Thoughtful Systems' software.

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • I really like how easy it is to schedule jobs and see where my guys are on the map. The automated texts to customers are a life saver because they keep everyone updated without me having to call every person manually. Also the payment system works great and we get paid much faster now.
  • Super easy and fast setup — We were up and running in just a few days - can't afford long downtimes. quick learning curve, user-friendly with a clean design; both office staff and field techs picked it up fast without needing extensive training. Powerful automations that save tons of time Automated reminders, A BIG UPVOTE FOR US!!! follow-ups on invoices, review requests, "on-my-way" texts, and lead responses work flawlessly and have cut our manual work by hours every week.
  • Workiz is easy to use, with an intuitive interface that makes it simple for both admins and field workers to navigate. It offers strong automation, reducing manual work by handling scheduling, dispatching, and follow-ups efficiently. The visual scheduling feature allows for easy drag-and-drop job management, making rescheduling quick and hassle-free. The dispatch board is highly effective, letting users assign workers based on service areas and skills, ensuring the right technician is sent to the right job. The online booking tool improves website conversions by allowing customers to book services directly. Another advantage is that Workiz has no large upfront costs, offering flexible pricing without requiring expensive multi-year commitments. Additionally, AI-powered features are in development, promising to further enhance automation and efficiency in the future.
  • There is practically no support for the program. The robot politely answers you and apologizes for the inconvenience.
  • Price kinda... The price was literally the only positive about the system, and even that has dwindled down over the years. They have slowly made more and more of the system an option to be paid for.

Cons

  • i wish there were more options to customize colors in the calendar to make it look even cleaner. it's a very small thing and doesn't affect the work but would be a nice bonus to have.
  • Pricing can add up with extras and larger teams (i need lower prices please Workiz. ;)) )
  • One of the downsides of Workiz is its limited charge type flexibility, requiring users to create duplicate services just to differentiate between charge types, which adds unnecessary work. Another area for improvement is team organization, as there isn’t a dedicated section for grouping workers by zones and skills, making large team management more cumbersome. Additionally, service area creation could be more efficient. Currently, users must manually enter zip codes one by one, whereas an option to automatically generate service areas from an array of zip codes would save time. While Workiz is actively improving, deeper customization options would make it a better fit for businesses with unique workflows.
  • After the last update things got really bad. Firstly, the font and icons are smaller and have poor contrast. For those who do not work in the office on a computer, but in the field use this program on a phone or tablet, it has become much more difficult to work. A magnifying glass is required to read the information. It is not possible to enlarge the text by zooming in. The copy text is not copied by the client. It is not possible to copy the necessary information and send it to the office or somewhere else. The icons for calling and sending a message are very close and hard to see. As a result, you often click the wrong icon.
  • Everything else.. Anything is an add-on, even some of the things that were free when I first started using the system later became an option and my price continue to increase., I'm currently paying twice what I started at. Are we do inspections so we upload a lot of photos, unfortunately it takes anywhere from 60 seconds to 5 minutes to upload a photo. We generally upload 20 to 60 photos per job so this has been a big problem. The system will also randomly lose photos a few days later. These photos should be able to be viewed by the client, but half of the time they do not come through and the client just gets a blank document. We use them documents, which took several hours to set up and design. Open the system one day and half of our inspection document was just gone. It took four hours for Support to respond, and they couldn't figure out what happened. Speaking of, by far the worst customer support I've ever had in my life. It generally takes between one hour if you're lucky up to 12 hours to get a response and if you close your application or computer in the meantime you have to start over. Just avoid this garbage..

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Company Information

Thoughtful Systems
Founded: 2000
United States
thoughtfulsystems.com

Company Information

Workiz
Founded: 2015
United States
workiz.com

Alternatives

Alternatives

Categories

Categories

Carpet Cleaning Features

Billing & Invoicing
Customer Management
Dispatch Management
Equipment Tracking
Mobile Access
Online Booking
Scheduling
Work Order Management

Field Service Management Features

Billing & Invoicing
Contact Database
Contract Management
Customer Database
Dispatch Management
Electronic Signature
Inventory Management
Mobile Access
Payment Collection in the Field
Quotes / Estimates
Routing
Scheduling
Service History Tracking
Time Clock
Work Order Management

HVAC Features

Billing & Invoicing
Customer Database
Dispatch Management
Inventory Control
Job Management
Maintenance Scheduling
Mobile Access
Quotes / Estimates
Routing
Scheduling
Service History Tracking
Technician Management
Work Order Management

Janitorial Features

Bid Management
Billing & Invoicing
Client Management
Employee Scheduling
Inventory Management
Mobile Access
Payroll Management
Quality Control
Surveys & Feedback
Time Tracking
Work Order Management

Plumbing Features

Billing & Invoicing
Customer Database
Dispatch Management
Inventory Control
Job Management
Mobile Access
Quotes / Estimates
Routing
Scheduling
Service History Tracking
Technician Management
Work Order Management

Cleaning Services Features

Billing & Invoicing
Client Management
Dispatch Management
Inventory Control
Job Management
Mobile Access
Payroll Management
Quotes / Estimates
Recurring Appointments
Routing
Scheduling
Service History Tracking
Work Order Management

Pest Control Features

Billing & Invoicing
Customer Service History
Dispatch Management
Fleet Management
Inventory Control
Mobile Access
Pest Activity Tracking
Pesticide Usage Tracking
Property Layouts
Quotes / Estimates
Scheduling

Waste Management Features

Billing & Invoicing
Customer Accounts
Customer Database
Equipment Tracking
Inventory Management
Routing
Scheduling
Waste Disposal
Work Order Management

Carpet Cleaning Features

Billing & Invoicing
Customer Management
Dispatch Management
Equipment Tracking
Mobile Access
Online Booking
Scheduling
Work Order Management

Field Service Management Features

Billing & Invoicing
Contact Database
Contract Management
Customer Database
Dispatch Management
Electronic Signature
Inventory Management
Mobile Access
Payment Collection in the Field
Quotes / Estimates
Routing
Scheduling
Service History Tracking
Time Clock
Work Order Management

HVAC Features

Billing & Invoicing
Customer Database
Dispatch Management
Inventory Control
Job Management
Maintenance Scheduling
Mobile Access
Quotes / Estimates
Routing
Scheduling
Service History Tracking
Technician Management
Work Order Management

Janitorial Features

Bid Management
Billing & Invoicing
Client Management
Employee Scheduling
Inventory Management
Mobile Access
Payroll Management
Quality Control
Surveys & Feedback
Time Tracking
Work Order Management

Plumbing Features

Billing & Invoicing
Customer Database
Dispatch Management
Inventory Control
Job Management
Mobile Access
Quotes / Estimates
Routing
Scheduling
Service History Tracking
Technician Management
Work Order Management

Tradesman Job Management Features

Contract Management
Customer Database
Dispatch Management
For Builders
For Electricians
For Field Service Businesses
For HVAC
For Plumbers
For Roofers
Invoicing
Job Tracking
Payments
Quoting
Reporting
Scheduling
Time Tracking

Electrical Contractor Features

Billing & Invoicing
Commercial / Industrial
Contract Management
Customer Database
Electronic Signature
Mobile Access
Quotes / Estimates
Scheduling
Time Tracking
Work Order Management

Equipment Maintenance Features

Customer Database
Dispatch Management
Equipment Tracking
Inventory Control
Job Management
Maintenance Scheduling
Warranty Tracking
Work Order Management

Garage Door Features

Billing & Invoicing
Contract Management
Customer Management
Dispatch Management
Equipment Tracking
Inventory Management
Job Costing
Scheduling
Warranty Tracking

Handyman Features

Billing & Invoicing
Dispatch Management
Electronic Signature
Inventory Management
Mobile Payments
Payment Processing
Quotes / Estimates
Time Tracking
Work Order Management

Locksmith Features

Billing & Invoicing
CRM
Dispatch Management
GPS Tracking
Inventory Management
Mobile Access
Payment Processing
Scheduling
Work Order Management

Service Dispatch Features

Billing & Invoicing
Call Center Management
Contract Management
Customer Database
Inventory Control
Job Management
Job Tracking
Mobile Access
Routing
Scheduling
Self Service Portal
Service History Tracking
Technician Management
Work Order Management

Integrations

Microsoft Outlook
QuickBooks Online
AnswerForce
Asset Integrity Hub (AIH)
Authorize.Net
Beeline Routes
CompanyCam
Enzy
Google Calendar
MYOB AccountRight
Mailchimp
NZ Leads
QuickBooks Enterprise
QuickBooks Online Advanced
RealWork
Sage 100 Contractor
Stripe
Xero
Zoom

Integrations

Microsoft Outlook
QuickBooks Online
AnswerForce
Asset Integrity Hub (AIH)
Authorize.Net
Beeline Routes
CompanyCam
Enzy
Google Calendar
MYOB AccountRight
Mailchimp
NZ Leads
QuickBooks Enterprise
QuickBooks Online Advanced
RealWork
Sage 100 Contractor
Stripe
Xero
Zoom
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