Glossary

What is No-show?

A no-show is a booked appointment where the client does not attend and does not cancel in advance. No-shows cost the provider the revenue and the reserved time.

Definition

No-show: A no-show is a booked appointment where the client does not attend and does not cancel in advance. No-shows cost the provider the revenue and the reserved time.

Why it matters

No-show rates vary by industry but are a major source of lost income for appointment-based businesses.

How Calper handles it

Calper reduces no-shows by collecting payment up front and sending automated reminders.

FAQ

What is no-show?+

A no-show is a booked appointment where the client does not attend and does not cancel in advance. No-shows cost the provider the revenue and the reserved time. No-show rates vary by industry but are a major source of lost income for appointment-based businesses.

How does no-show relate to booking software?+

Calper reduces no-shows by collecting payment up front and sending automated reminders.

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