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Crowdsourced Barbershop Apps

The GetSquire Website Streamlines Booking Hair Appointments

— January 15, 2016 — Tech
For consumers looking for a quick and simple way to find a hair appointment, the GetSquire platform is the Uber of the haircare world offering instant connection to a variety of barbershops in the area as well as their availability, prices and services. The app allows consumers to set up appointments directly through the app as well as pay all in one convenient place.

The GetSquire app is a crowdsourced platform that offers male consumers listings to nearby barbershops so they can find one that fits their needs. The app facilitates pricing, different cuts and services and a payment system all in one place. Consumers can book appointments without having to make calls and even pay with tip without a wallet.

As consumers seek simplicity, streamlined services that offer services, payment and booking all in one place render mundane everyday chores such as haircuts easier to quickly complete.
Trend Themes
1. Crowdsourced Barbershop Apps - Opportunity for the development of more crowdsourced platforms that connect consumers with service providers in various industries.
2. Convenient Appointment Booking - Opportunity for industries to create apps that streamline the booking process, allowing customers to schedule appointments quickly and easily.
3. Simplification of Everyday Chores - Opportunity for industries to create innovative solutions that simplify and streamline everyday tasks, saving consumers time and effort.
Industry Implications
1. Beauty and Wellness - Opportunity for beauty salons and wellness centers to create apps that allow customers to book appointments, choose services, and make payments in one place.
2. Home Services - Opportunity for home service providers, such as plumbers or electricians, to develop platforms that make it easy for customers to schedule appointments and pay for services.
3. Hospitality and Tourism - Opportunity for hotels, restaurants, and tourist attractions to implement innovative booking systems that provide guests with seamless and convenient experiences.
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