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ASD's "Smart Text": The Fastest Message Retrieval Feature on the Market! 

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If you carry a smart phone, chances are you value being kept informed and up-to-date, especially when it comes to your business. To offer more freedom to funeral professionals who conduct business on the go, ASD has created a "Smart Text" option: a text message that includes a mobile phone optimized web page dedicated to every "First Call" ASD handles. Directors receive a hyperlink with the text that can be clicked to view the message and hear a recording of the call on a separate web page. 

 

Here are just some of the benefits of using the "Smart Text" feature:

  • See and hear all aspects of your First Calls, no matter how lengthy the message.
  • Never miss a single detail of a First Call due to restrictions on text message character limits imposed by your cellular provider.
  • Send a Text Reply Response to let ASD know you have received the message, saving time and reducing billable phone calls.
  • Receive information in real time rather than having to check for messages with a mobile phone application.

Patrick Mahoney * Bodnar Mahoney Funeral Home * Cleveland, OH 

"All of us use smart phones and it is wonderful to be able to listen to our messages online without ever having to call in. All of us receive the same text so the staff stays better connected. It's convenient during meetings and when we're on the go because we can access messages easily on our cell phones."  

 

For more information, click here.

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Give The Families You Serve a Lasting Memory!

 

 

A family-owned weaving mill operating for over 30 years, Funeral Home Gifts is the nation's largest and most successful weaver of tapestry wall d�cor. Understanding the value and healing power of permanent memorials, Funeral Home Gifts began creating custom-designed, one-of-a-kind Funeral Tribute Blankets to provide mourners with a long-lasting commemoration of their departed loved one. The company has shipped over 25,000 blankets nationwide, including the first Tribute Blanket made for the funeral service of the late Coretta Scott King.

 

Funeral Home Gifts wanted to offer a product that was fully personalized,blanket but could still be guaranteed to arrive in time for a viewing or service. Directors can select a next day delivery option to provide families with

added peace of mind. The final product is a stunning, enduring memorial that families will appreciate for years to come and funeral attendees will never forget. The Tribute Blanket is a long-lasting way to honor loved ones and at $79 (shipping included) is less expensive than many floral sprays.

 

As part of ASD's exclusive partnership with Funeral Home Gifts, ASD clients will receive a discount off of every Tribute Blanket ordered. The company is so confident that this unique keepsake will generate revenue and referral opportunities for directors that they will send first-time customers ordering for an upcoming service a free Tribute Blanket to present to the family.

 

According to Funeral Home Gifts Division President Karl Weisenbeck, "This partnership provides our mutual funeral home customers with the opportunity to comfort grieving families while both increasing revenue and reducing their monthly answering service expenses. There is absolutely no downside - it's huge."

 

J.C. Battle * J.C. Battle & Sons Funeral Home * Cincinnati, OH 

"Many of our first-time families have come to us as a direct result of seeing the tapestry at another one of our services."  

 

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ASD's Floral Rewards Program was created to eliminate headaches associated with funeral flower orders. Under the Floral Rewards Program, flower orders can be taken 24/7 and are arranged and delivered by your trusted local florist. Since the program was introduced, many funeral homes have already reaped significant benefits. The Floral Rewards Program is designed to provide you with peace of mind knowing that arrangements will never arrive in a box five minutes before a service.

For more information, click here. 

 

Advantages of ASD's Floral Rewards Program. 

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  • Your callers are never inconvenienced by having to write down a phone number and hope the flower shop is open.
  • You receive 15% of the flower sales in the form of an ASD Reward credit.
  • You keep the business local instead of receiving questionable flowers from outside your area. 
  • 100% Quality and Satisfaction Guarantee on every order.  

Paul Cavanagh * Cavanagh Family Funeral Home * Media, PA

"I had an out-of-state family member personally thank me for ASD's ability to assist him with a flower order. He called after hours when our local florists were closed. If it weren't for ASD's floral Program, who knows where he would have eventually ordered his flowers from, or what they may have looked like upon arrival. ASD took a potentially bad situation and turned it into a positive for our Funeral Home."
 

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ASD applauds the staff of Quinn McGowan Funeral Home in Burgaw, NC for their charitable efforts in assisting the families of those who give their lives serving others. As a way to give back to those who risk their lives for others every day, Quinn McGowan Funeral home has generously offered to provide free funeral services for fire, rescue and law enforcement officials and those serving in our military who are killed during active duty. At a time when so many are cutting back due to economical pressure, this altruistic display of selflessness should not go unnoticed.

 

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ASD would love to profile your funeral home in our blog or other publications. If you have an exciting story to tell, event you are planning or information you'd like to share, we'd love to hear from you! Contact ASD's Staff Writer, Jessica Fowler, at [email protected]

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ASD Staff Is Professional and Compassionate in All Situations!

Every week, ASD recognizes four employees for compassionately and professionally handling a difficult or complicated call. "Outstanding Service Awards" are given to ASD Staff who exhibit the sensitivity and attention to detail that set ASD apart from other answering services. 

 

Recent examples of "Outstanding Service Awards":

  • Supervisor Kathy empathetically assisted a gentleman who had just lost his wife and was still in a state of shock. Kathy obtained all of the necessary information and was able to ease many of the caller's fears.
  • Advanced Call Specialist Shane spoke with someone who stated they only needed the funeral home's address. With the correct follow-up questions, Shane was able to determine that someone had actually passed away.
  • Assistant Supervisor Isabel handled a call from an elderly caller living in an assisted living facility who was very confused. Isabel listened patiently and was able to obtain a name and number so the director could follow up.

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CzachorFamilyOur top-quality service maintains the highest degree of professionalism with extensive training, careful monitoring and cutting-edge technology that tracks and records every incoming call. We understand that our voice may be the first impression a family member has of your funeral home and continually review your calls so that every time your phone rings, an experienced and compassionate operator will be there to answer.
 
Sincerely,
CzachorFamily
The Czachor Family
Founders and Owners of ASD
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We Want To Give You $150.00 
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Refer another funeral professional to ASD, when their first invoice is paid, we will give you $150.00 towards your ASD bill.

 

Please submit referrals to Jason Bathurst at 1-800-868-9950 or [email protected]. If sending an email, please include your name and account number, the person you are referring, their company name and their contact number.

Contact ASD

Providing our clients with extraordinary service is ASD's top priority. We want to hear your questions, comments and suggestions.
We are here to support you 24/7.

 

1-800-868-9950

[email protected] 

 

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ASD Approved Rewards Partners:

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ASD On The Road

  

2011 NFDA Convention Success

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ASD staff had a wonderful time meeting everyone at the 2011 NFDA Convention and Expo.  "What could be better than meeting our clients, partners and friends face-to-face?  With incredible feedback, we are excited to get to work on solutions to some of the issues facing funeral directors in today's world.  Meeting with our technology partners is always a highlight.  I look forward to expanding the capabilities of our FuneralSync integrations.  Seeing first hand  the success of our Rewards Partners is a thrill.  We are proud spread the word of their excellence," says Kevin Czachor, ASD Family-Member Owner & VP. 

To read more, click here.

 

 

Congratulations!

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Congratulations Jon Reichmuth

 

Congratulations to Jon Reichmuth of Reichmuth Funeral Home, the winner of ASD's NFDA Convention raffle prize: a large flat screen LG television!  

 

 

NFDA Presentation 

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Thank you to everyone who came out to hear the seminar, "Using Telecommunications to Grow & Manage Your Business," given by Kevin Czachor, ASD Family-Member Owner and VP. If you missed the presentation and want more information, we'd love to hear from you. Contact ASD's sales team to hear how to improve the efficiency of your business by utilizing the latest advancements in cellular and internet technology. 1-800-868-9950 or [email protected].

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For more information, click on any of our Technology Partners below.  

  

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