New technology lets users buy, book and redeem Groupons without a
voucher or mobile device at their favorite merchants
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Today, Groupon (http://www.groupon.com)
(NASDAQ: GRPN) announced a new time-based deals option for all local
businesses that accept reservations or take appointments, enabling them
to control exactly when customers come into their business. After a
successful pilot with Rick Bayless' Frontera Grill (http://www.groupon.com/deals/frontera-grill-2)
in Chicago and approximately 100 other food and beverage establishments,
the platform is now available to all restaurants that accept
reservations with plans to expand to other categories of merchants that
take appointments.
"Offering this type of deal through Groupon is a fantastic way for even
the busiest restaurants to diversify the ways in which they engage with
customers and strengthen their brand," said Rick Bayless, owner of
Frontera Grill, Chicago. "They're making it really easy for us to fill
tables during off-peak times, which generates more revenue for the
restaurant and gives us more opportunities to attract new customers and
turn them into lifelong fans."
Customers have the option to make a reservation or book an appointment
via the Groupon mobile app or Groupon.com at the time of purchase or
afterwards. Since the purchase is booked in advance for a specific time,
there is no longer a need to present a mobile device or voucher when
deals are redeemed.
"Groupon is making it easier for people to buy and book what they want,
when they want it and also providing local businesses with an important
yield management tool that drives additional revenue," said Julie
Szudarek, senior vice president, Local Deals. "Our new booking
technology provides merchants even greater control over their deals to
match the needs of their business and offers a tremendous customer
experience. And as more and more businesses list their reservation and
appointment inventory with us, it gives our customers another reason to
always check Groupon first."
Reservation and appointment deals will expand soon to other popular
categories, including salons, spas, classes and activities. Any business
interested in running these types of offers can contact restaurants@groupon.com.
About Groupon
Groupon (NASDAQ: GRPN) is a global leader of local commerce and the
place you start when you want to buy just about anything, anytime,
anywhere. By leveraging the company's global relationships and scale,
Groupon offers consumers a vast marketplace of unbeatable deals all over
the world. Shoppers discover the best a city has to offer on the web or
on mobile with Groupon Local, enjoy vacations with Groupon Getaways, and
find a curated selection of electronics, fashion, home furnishings and
more with Groupon Goods.
Groupon is redefining how traditional small businesses attract, retain
and interact with customers by providing merchants with a suite of
products and services, including customizable deal campaigns, credit
card payment processing capabilities, and point-of-sale solutions that
help businesses grow and operate more effectively. To search for great
deals or subscribe to Groupon emails, visit www.Groupon.com.
To download Groupon's five-star mobile apps, visit www.groupon.com/mobile.
To learn more about the company's merchant solutions and how to work
with Groupon, visit www.GrouponWorks.com.
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Groupon
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312.999.3806
or
Erin
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eyeager@groupon.com
312.999.3434
Source: Groupon
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