Unveiling Insights and Trends in Race Timing
Moorestown, NJ— October 26, 2023 — RunSignup, the leading registration and technology provider for endurance events in the United States, launches its 2023 Timer Survey. This annual industry research survey, now in its 5th year, is the only research available that is specifically tailored to timers and offers important insights and trends in race timing. A spectrum of topics are covered, including general business approaches, technology adoption, current trends, challenges, and potential future industry changes.
Race timers from across the industry are cordially invited to participate in the survey, regardless of whether they utilize RunSignup’s platform or technology. By sharing their insights and experiences, respondents play a pivotal role in helping the industry stay up-to-date with the latest trends and challenges.
“We’re excited to launch this year’s Timer Survey, as it continues to be a valuable resource for our industry and our company,” said Bob Bickel, Founder and CEO of RunSignup. “The information we collect in this survey not only helps us better understand the needs of timers but also provides an opportunity to discover new ways we can support timers in adapting to ever-changing circumstances.”
The RunSignup Timer Survey 2023 will cover a wide range of topics, including:
● General Timer Business Strategies and Staffing
● Use of Timing Software and Hardware
● Registration, Scoring Software, and Participant Tracking Methods
● Challenges Faced by Timers and Event Organizers
● Emerging Technologies and Best Practices
● Feedback on RunSignup’s RaceDay Suite of Technology Products
The survey is open for responses until November 12, 2023. Results will be compiled and made available for all timers to be able to apply insights to their business practices. Select portions of the timer survey will be featured in RunSignup’s upcoming Race Trends report and a debrief will be presented during RunSIgnup’s 2024 Winter Timer Tour.
Timers are able to access the survey here.
About RunSignup
RunSignup, an employee owned company, is the leading event solution delivering the art of technology to endurance events and nonprofits. More than 28,000 events use our free and open platform to register 8 million annual participants, raise more than $2 Billion and grow their events. Our expertly crafted, open and all-in-one solution powers event revenue generation and supporter engagement through flexible registration, free event websites, free email marketing, integrated fundraising, and a suite of RaceDay tools. No subscriptions, no plans, no monthly fees.
To find out why customers like the Richmond Marathon, American Cancer Society, Vacation Races, and RaceDay Events use RunSignup, visit www.runsignup.com.
