Enhancing Child Safety with Modern Check-In Solutions: New Hope Church's Journey with Armodilo
Executive Summary: New Hope Church, led by Pastor Dr. Benji Kelley, has grown into a multi-campus ministry serving a diverse community across North Carolina, South Carolina, Kenya, and beyond. To support its expanding membership and ensure child safety, the church implemented Armodilo’s modern, portable check-in solutions, significantly enhancing its Children's Ministry operations.
Background: New Hope Church has experienced substantial growth, now operating 10 campuses with a significant number of young families. As the church expanded, so did the need for a reliable system to manage the safety and security of its children during services.
Challenges:
- Scalability and Security: Managing child security across multiple campuses and ensuring a seamless check-in/check-out process for 500-600 children each Sunday.
- Outdated Technology: Existing desktop computers and printers were becoming slow and difficult to maintain, requiring an upgrade to support the church’s growth.
- Space Constraints: The need for a solution that could be easily deployed in various locations, including temporary setups.
Solution: Armodilo’s Floor Kiosk provided a versatile and customizable digital check-in experience:
- Efficient Check-Ins: The Floor Kiosk features a shelf for a printer and a barcode scanner, streamlining the check-in process and ensuring that each child and parent’s sticker matches.
- Portability: The kiosk’s design allows for easy transportation and setup, making it ideal for use during the main campus renovation and in temporary locations like movie theaters.
- Space Optimization: The compact, all-in-one design saves space and integrates seamlessly into the church’s existing infrastructure.
Implementation:
- Initial Setup: The church board selected Armodilo’s solution after thorough research, focusing on flexibility and ease of use.
- Deployment: Over nine months, the kiosk was integrated into the church’s main campus and various other locations, including temporary setups during renovations.
- Ongoing Support: Armodilo provided continuous support to ensure the kiosk’s performance and reliability.
Results:
- Improved Safety: The electronic check-in/check-out system reassures parents with a clear and secure process, enhancing child safety across all campuses.
- Enhanced Efficiency: The new system replaced outdated technology, reducing maintenance issues and improving operational efficiency.
- Successful Adaptation: The kiosk proved effective even during temporary relocations, maintaining the church’s commitment to safety and convenience.
Client Testimonial: “Armodilo’s Floor Kiosk has been a game-changer for our Children’s Ministry. Its reliability, portability, and ease of use have made managing child security across our multiple campuses much smoother. We’re thrilled with the results and look forward to continuing our partnership with Armodilo as we grow.” – Pastor Dr. Benji Kelley, New Hope Church
