[IT introduction subsidy] You can apply for a subsidy of up to 350 million yen by building a Shopify reservation site

[IT introduction subsidy] You can apply for a subsidy of up to 350 million yen by building a Shopify reservation site

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Information on IT introduction subsidy application support

By building a reservation site for Shopify + Sakurabook
You can apply for a subsidy of up to 350 million yen

"Sakurabook" is a reservation system that is an application (extended function) of the shopping cart system "Shopify".

・Reservations for rental spaces, etc.

・Reservations by staff at stores, etc.

・Zoom online service reservation

It will be possible to sell various reservation menus on the Shopify site.

The Shopify site production service equipped with the reservation application "Sakurabook" is eligible for the IT introduction subsidy 2022 "digitization infrastructure introduction frame".Subsidy of up to 350 million yencan apply for

As an IT introduction support business, we offer a Shopify site production service equipped with the reservation application "Sakurabook" along with an IT introduction subsidy application agency service.ProvidedYes,Application agency serviceFree of charge for alldoing.

If you are a business that is considering using subsidies to build a reservation site, please feel free to contact us at this opportunity.

Site example of Shopify + Sakurabook

First of all, I will introduce what kind of site you can create and apply for the IT introduction subsidy.

This is a combination of Shopify and Sakurabook,"Staff nomination reservation"It will be the screen of the demo site.It is possible to register the services provided by the staff at stores, etc. as product menus and accept customer reservations.

In addition, studios, rental conference rooms, event spaces, etc.Reservation for use of rental space, etc.can also be accepted.

CustomerReservation calendarAfter checking the available slots, you can freely specify the usage date, usage start time and end time in minutes.The service fee is the hourly unit price times the fee.Pay-as-you-goFor example, if you use a service with an hourly rate of 6,000 yen for 2 hours and a half, you will pay 15,000 yen (@ 6,000 yen x 2.5 hours).Payment can be made at the time of booking.

By "adding the reservation to cart", the reservation menu will be added to the customer's shopping cart and the customer can make the payment on the spot.

Build an EC site that can sell products and accept reservations with Sakurabook installed on Shopify

Shopify is used by over 175 million EC sites in 200 countries around the world.Shopping cartam.You can build your own EC site with your own domain and operate it for $25 per month with the basic plan. Unlike shopping malls such as Amazon and Rakuten Ichiba, there are no expensive sales commissions.

In addition to membership management, product management, order management, online payment, delivery service management, provision of various marketing data, sales promotion such as issuing coupons, blogging, notification email distribution, etc.It has all the functions necessary for operating an EC site.

Also like WordPressYou can freely add and install apps (extensions) and themes (templates)Therefore, it is very popular as a shopping cart that makes it easy to coordinate with your own highly original EC site.

Official reservation application "Sakurabook" that fully supports Japanese for the first time on Shopify

Shopify is popular because you can freely add apps, but since it is a service from Canada, most of the apps are in English, and the reservation screen of the reservation app is still in English. I was in a difficult situation.

on the other hand,Sakurabook is Shopify's first official booking app that fully supports JapaneseTherefore, the reservation wizard starting from the reservation calendar and the reservation management site can all be operated in Japanese.

By introducing Sakurabook, instead of the "Add to Cart" button on the product page, it is possible to select an empty calendar → time bar → service menu and person in chargeBy installing a reservation wizard, you can easily apply for and pay for reservation services on the EC site.

    Five features of Sakurabook

    Here are five main features of Sakurabook.

    1. A free reservation system where customers can choose the usage time in minutes
    2. Handle product sales and reservation service provision in the same shopping cart
    3. Centralized management of reservations on the dashboard (administration screen)
    4. Rental space reservation and staff appointment reservation
    5. Zoom meeting integration and Google calendar integration


    XNUMX: A free reservation system that allows customers to choose the usage time in minutes

    Sakurabookの予約機能では、お客様が分単位で自由に利用時間を選び、予約を申し込むことができます。たとえば、「14:25~14:55」「10:35~11:05」「15:10~15:40」といったように、開始時間と終了時間を柔軟に指定して、予約が可能です。


    XNUMX: Product sales and reservation reception can be handled in the same shopping cart

    The EC + reservation site by Shopify and Sakurabook allows you to handle product sales and reservation reception in the same shopping cart.Both the purchase of products and the application for reservations can be made in the same way by putting them in the basket and paying.


    XNUMX: Manage reservations on the dashboard (management screen)

    Sakurabook also has an easy-to-use dashboard (management screen).It has the functions necessary for business, such as importing reservation menus to Shopify as products and managing reservation calendars.

    ▼ [How to use Sakurabook] How to link the Sakurabook app and products

    XNUMX: Rental space reservation and staff appointment reservation

    Sakurabook supports visit reservations, reservations for rental spaces, and appointment reservations for store staff.Both are compatible with the reservation calendar, and customers can select the usage time in minutes.The charge is automatically calculated by multiplying the usage time by the unit price, and you can also add option menus and basic charges.


    XNUMX: Zoom meeting linkage and Google calendar linkage

    Sakurabook can also work with Zoom. Online services provided by Zoom can be registered and sold as Sakurabook reservation menus.When a reservation is accepted, a URL for the meeting can be issued and automatically sent to the customer in the reservation confirmation email.It is also possible to link Sakurabook with Google Calendar.Accepted reservations are automatically registered as Google Calendar events, and invitations can be issued to customers.

    ▼ [How to use Sakurabook] Cooperation with Zoom and cooperation with Google Calendar

    Example of using a reservation site with Shopify and Sakurabook

    The combination of Shopify and Sakurabook can be used for various business reservation sites.

    Here are some examples.


    [Reservations for experience briefings, reservations for introductory counseling, etc.]

    We provide an experience menu as an entrance product for this product on the EC site,Sakurabook accepts reservations from the EC site.

    [Apparel EC site]

    We offer a fitting room service to try on new collections and use Sakurabook for reservation reception.

    [Beauty salons, hair salons, etc.]

    We offer free Zoom counseling before your visit and respond to customer inquiries about hair color and style.On the site, we are developing free counseling reservations, accepting reservations for visits, and selling recommended hair care products.In this way, the ability to combine not only reservation reception but also reservation, sales, and Zoom services is a unique feature of Shopify + Sakurabook.



    By building a reservation site for Sakurabook, it is possible to apply for a subsidy of up to 350 million yen

    The Shopify site creation service equipped with the reservation application "Sakurabook" is eligible for the IT introduction subsidy. As a target of the "digitization infrastructure introduction frame",You can apply for a subsidy of up to 350 million yenHas become.


    What is IT introduction subsidy?

    The IT introduction subsidy is a support for the introduction of IT tools for companies led by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Small and Medium Enterprise Agency.Subsidies are provided to companies that introduce registered IT tools according to predetermined conditions.

    The Shopify site creation service equipped with the reservation application "Sakurabook" is eligible for the "digitization infrastructure introduction frame" of this IT introduction subsidy.A wide range of expenses, including site construction costs, Shopify and Sakurabook monthly usage fees (up to XNUMX years), maintenance support costs, etc., are subsidized.

    IT Introduction Subsidy Application Flow


    XNUMX: Consultation with an IT introduction support business

    Our company (Parkfield Co., Ltd.) is registered as an IT introduction support business and provides application agency services free of charge. (We only receive performance rewards if the project is adopted.)Completely free if not selectedso please feel free to contact us.


    XNUMX: Introduction consulting, preparation of application documents

    When applyingApproximately 1 hour telephone meeting and arrangement of necessary materials onlyI'm begging you.

    At a meeting, we will ask you in detail about your business and the issues you want to solve, and we will advise you on applying for and adopting IT introduction subsidies.

    Business plans for EC site construction and operation, preparation of documents necessary for applying for IT introduction subsidies, etc.The person in charge who has a lot of adoption results handles allWe will support you in creating a set of application documents free of charge.


    XNUMX: Delivery decision, Shopify site creation service equipped with reservation application "Sakurabook"

    Once the IT introduction subsidy is decided, the Shopify site creation service equipped with the reservation application "Sakurabook" will be implemented. We will carry out specific site construction work such as introduction of Shopify, introduction of Sakurabook, design and customization.


    XNUMX: Business performance report, subsidy issuance

    After building the site, submit a business performance report to the IT introduction subsidy secretariat, and the subsidy will be issued.Even after the subsidy is granted, we will continue to provide support such as maintenance support.

    Examples of adoption of IT introduction subsidies that can be realized with Shopify + Sakurabook

    There are many examples of IT introduction subsidies that can be realized with Shopify + Sakurabook.Here are some of them.

    XNUMX: Building a reservation site for rental offices, rental spaces, rental conference rooms, etc.

    Examples of adoption of IT introduction subsidies include the construction of reservation sites for rental spaces, rental offices, rental conference rooms, etc. Sakurabook is a good tool for building such a reservation site.

    ・ Each customer can make a reservation by specifying the desired time in minutes

    ・You can set the interval (preparation) time before and after the reservation.be prepared with plenty of time to spare

    ・Options such as equipment rental can be added and paid at the time of booking.

    XNUMX: Building a reservation site for accommodation facilities

    The construction of a reservation site for accommodation facilities is an example that is also listed on the official website as an example of adopting an IT introduction subsidy.“Accommodation reservations are mainly made via the Internet, and the use of IT tools is essential.”is introduced.Sakurabook can also be used to build a reservation site for such accommodations.

    ・Specify check-in and check-out times according to your own wishes

    ・Additional services such as meals can be freely selected and paid for at the time of booking.

    ・Supports multiple rooms and plans

    さ ら に,Sakurabook supports both Japanese and English.for that reason,Construction of a reservation site that can respond to inbound demand from overseasAvailable

    XNUMX: Online development of education/school/learning support

    Education, school-related projects, and learning support projects have also been adopted as examples of the use of IT introduction subsidies.Results such as reducing face-to-face instruction time and improving work efficiency have also been reported. Sakurabook is a tool that can be used for such education, school, and learning support projects.

    ・School trial lessons and information sessions

    ・Practical skill training and practical examination

    ・Events for graduates

    You can develop various reservation receptions on the Shopify + Sakurabook site.

    XNUMX: Building a reservation site for events, etc.

    There are also cases of companies that plan and operate events as projects that have been selected for IT introduction subsidies. In some cases, IT tools have been used to improve reservation reception operations by more than double. Sakurabook is also an IT tool that demonstrates its strengths in streamlining such reservation reception operations.

    ・Reception of event participation reservations

    ・Accept and pay for sales of commemorative goods at the time of reservation, and hand them over at the venue

    ・ The event will be distributed online with ZOOM, and not only venue participation but also online participation will be sold.

    In addition to accepting reservations, it is possible to further increase the profitability of the event business with the unique development of Sakurabook, which can handle product sales and Zoom services.

    Please pay attention to the IT introduction subsidy schedule (deadline)

    The deadline for the IT introduction subsidy is set in detail.The latest IT introduction subsidy 2023 will start accepting applications from March 3th. Sakurabook (Shopify) production service and maintenance operation service can be consulted as before, including support for IT introduction subsidies.Please feel free to contact us.

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