In this press release issued last week you can read that PlotBox has acquired MIS (sometimes referred to as HMIS).  The PlotBox website brings about this statement about the integration of the companies, “ (this transaction) bring(s) one of the industry’s most comprehensive capabilities – from PlotBox’s cloud-native mapping, operations, records, and financial management to MIS’s longstanding experience serving funeral homes.”

The press release also states this about MIS, “MIS is a management platform serving funeral and cemetery operators across North America, streamlining operations from first call through aftercare. The software unifies case management, scheduling, arrangements, billing, and reporting, with integrations for accounting, payments, and partner tools.”

PlotBox CEO Sean McAllister made this prepared comment in the press release,  “At PlotBox, we believe funeral and cemetery professionals deserve technology that meets the complexity of their work and supports their commitment to service.  We are excited to welcome MIS customers and provide them with the innovation, reliability, and partnership they need to operate with confidence.”

MIS had been owned by Batesville since 2012.

Here is the website for PlotBox

Here is what PlotBox investor Serent Capital says about the company

Tom Anderson
Funeral Director Daily

Funeral Director Daily take:  There has been a lot of shifting of ownership of Death Care companies lately.  Every week we see notices of different companies moving in different directions, sometimes like in today’s article, via acquisition.

In my opinion, the one common denominator in the transactions is the movement to “more and more” technology.  I think those who own and manage funeral homes, crematories, and cemeteries should take heed of what the supplier companies are doing.  I think these transactions and the vendor companies getting more and more technology oriented is showing a roadmap of what the consumers of Death Care are going to want down the road.

My take on all of this technology is that even if you consider yourself “technology challenged” like me, it will pay to learn about the capabilities that these technology companies can bring to your operation and to have some semblance of how you may want that technology available to work for you in your specific situation.

Death Care is fast transforming in the services that we provide for consumers and fast transforming in the options that consumers have to select their Death Care choices from outside the traditional funeral home provider network.  If traditional funeral homes want to keep and expand their market share in the future they need the technology tools to do so.  Putting your head in the sand and hoping these technologies will go away will, more than likely, not bring a positive outcome for your business.

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One of the leaders in funeral technology solutions, Tukios, informed us last week that they have brought to market new enhancements for websites that will allow funeral homes to streamline event planning, registration, and payment processing online.

From our point of view, families are inreasingly seeking personalized, meaningful experiences to celebrate life, and funeral homes need to respond by offering a larger selection of their services online.

According to the Tukios press release on these enhancements, “Tukios saw the need for these enhancements as funeral directors were often relying on generic-mainstream solutions, so this software was built specifically with the funeral home industry in mind.  With improved usability, customization, and performance, this feature makes it easy for funeral homes to manage events directly on their websites. These can include community workshops, grief support groups, memorial services, and educational seminars. By combining simplicity with robust functionality, this upgraded tool empowers funeral directors to strengthen connections with the communities they serve while improving operational efficiency.”

Again according to the Tukios press release, “The enhanced Event Management and RSVP software is available at no cost to funeral homes hosting their website with Tukios. Funeral professionals are encouraged to contact their Tukios account manager to learn more about integrating the software into their existing website.”

About Tukios:

Tukios creates software to improve funerals. Their innovative platform powers thousands of funeral home websites, stunning video tributes, and streamlined e-commerce experiences. Tukios is known for leading the profession in AI technology, offering tools that simplify day-to-day tasks, elevate the online experience, and keep funeral homes visible and relevant in an ever-changing digital landscape. Whether it’s a family visiting a website or an AI assistant looking for answers, Tukios ensures your story is told clearly and beautifully every time.

You can learn more about Tukios by visiting their website here.

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“A servant’s attitude guided by Christ leads to a significant life”

Our friends at Funeral365 are bringing us a free webinar where those of us with small funeral homes have the opportunity to gain insight on how the bigger consolidators are using technology to help innovate and grow.

On Thursday, March 7, from 11 am until noon Eastern Time (10 am Central Time) you can join Funeral365’s Eric Banks and Carriage Services’ Chief Information Officer Robb Franch who will offer insights on industry trends and technology’s pivotal role in working through and with those trends.

According to a flyer and registration material on the webinar you will also be given insight on overcoming funeral business challenges, driving growth, and improving operational efficiency.

For more information and/or to register for this seminar please click here.

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