Automated Golfing Facility runs with NO STAFF

Introducing Maple Indoor Golf - Mississauga

Imagine a state-of-the-art golf course, conveniently located indoors, and completely automated! That's the vision Maple Indoor Golf had for their facility. They wanted to offer a seamless golfing experience without needing staff on-site, but with complete control over operations.

The Challenge: Automating Lights💡 & Booking Management 📒

Their key needs were:

1. Automated lighting: Lights needed to turn on/off automatically based on bookings.
2. Seamless booking system integration: The automation system had to work flawlessly with their existing booking platform.

The DIY Struggle: Time Delays ⌛ & Extra Costs 💸

Initially, Maple Indoor Golf tried a DIY solution using IFTTT, a popular automation service. However, they encountered:

1. Timing delays: The system didn't always activate instantly, creating a frustrating experience for customers.
2. Costly for basic needs: IFTTT's pricing structure wasn't ideal for their simple automation needs.
3. Technical glitches: Frequent debugging issues took away valuable time and resources.
4. Manual intervention: They still had to manually turn on lights when the automation failed.

Home Assistant: A Powerful 💪 Solution, But Out of Reach 🤦‍♂️

They explored Home Assistant, a powerful automation platform, but lacked the in-house expertise to configure it for their specific needs.

Our Approach: Building a Robust Automation System

We came in and customized a Home Assistant setup that addressed all their concerns:

1. Flawless Booking Integration: The system seamlessly connected with their booking software.
2. Happy-Case & Edge-Case Automation: Lights turned on/off based on bookings, and even handled situations like back-to-back appointments, ensuring everything ran smoothly.

The Results: Freedom & Growth 📈

By automating their facility, Maple Indoor Golf achieved:

• Hands-off operation: No more time spent managing lights or troubleshooting glitches.
• Reduced Costs: Saved money compared to their previous automation setup.
• Improved Customer Experience: Consistent, seamless operation for their customers.
• Focus on Growth: Freed up time to focus on expanding their business and exploring new ventures.

Conclusion

This case study is a perfect example of how business process automation can take a fantastic idea and turn it into a reality. With the right tools and expertise, you can achieve a completely automated operation, freeing yourself to focus on what matters most – growing your business!