The best way to describe the Theater Management System is to compare it with a conventional software product, but on a grand scale. Such systems have the capability to manage an entire theatre company, from marketing to ticketing, programming to concession. They can be used in conjunction with each other for greater total control of the company. These are one of the most sophisticated systems ever developed for the entertainment industry.

Theatre Management System software is designed to take into account all aspects of a conventional on-site theatre business and create a single, manageable and integrated control platform. It brings together every aspect of theatre operations such as marketing, advertising, ticket sales and user services. It provides a powerful central database that contains customer information and performance history. This information allows the operator to make informed decisions about inventory, programming, and promotions. Operators can make purchasing decisions for show timings and seats and can change the content and features on their websites, instantly.

One can gain access to the Theater Management System software via a remote control, a personal computer or a mobile device such as a PDA. The theater management system is fully compliant with ADA standards for users of hearing impaired devices and is available in many different languages. Some systems come with a built-in DVR camera for use by operators. This camera can be connected to a television for monitoring of current productions. Operators can use the theater’s main control room for configuration and programming.

Most systems include a comprehensive user interface, which is easy to learn and use. All operations are controlled from a user interface that is simple and accessible for even the newest of operators. The user interface controls the operation of each area of the theatre system: Ticketing, marketing, audio-visual equipment, concession, and seating administration. The user interface controls each area of the theater system:

These user interfaces are designed to give a fast and easy entry and exit into the theater. It also includes a scheduling system that permits users to enter and exit the theater when it is less crowded. There is no need to manually remove people from and add people to the seating areas. Also, automatic seating arrangements are arranged so that one does not have to go through the process of manually placing each seat into its respective row.

An integrated theater management system is one that allows for the design of an automated inventory. This inventory allows for the quick placement of goods on the shelves so that one can easily stock the supplies that one would need for a specific day’s theater operations. With these inventory management solutions, inventory can be handled efficiently, thereby increasing profitability. It also reduces inventory errors, and consequently, operating costs.