Abstract Software
Session Builder and Scheduling
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Powerful Abstract Software for Conference & Event Planning
Easily collect proposals, review abstract submissions, organize sessions, and manage speakers within a single, user-friendly platform. OpenWater streamlines association and higher education conference planning for a seamless experience.
TESTIMONIALS
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What Our Abstract Software Customers Say
Based on stellar reviews on"Our team deals with over 80 different programs that are reviewed by 80 different committees who each have 3-12 volunteers. OpenWater makes it easy for us to collect the information that needs to be reviewed and enforce unique and diverse applicant requirements. This year, OpenWater has allowed our team to process over 1,200 applications reviewed by around 320+ volunteers."
"We use OpenWater not only for our awards programs, but also for grants, fellowships and generally anything that requires an application or judging process. All of this in one central system that integrates nicely with our association management system."
"ASHA uses the OpenWater platform for awards programs, grant and scholarship applications, mentoring enrollment, course registration, volunteer applications and leadership programs. The flexibility of the OpenWater platform functionality is crucial to efficiently and successfully manage these various types of programs, each with unique requirements."
"OpenWater is a company that treats you with a personal touch and we find that of great value. We have enjoyed the relationship we have built with them and have come to rely on them for the support that we need to continue to grow our program."
"The Awards and Prizes team at the Institution of Engineering and Technology operates several awards, prizes and scholarship schemes, all with different entry and reporting requirements. The flexibility and functionality of the platform has led to many improvements and efficiencies in how IET awards are run. The support from the OpenWater team has been excellent."
“Applications are very intuitive and easy to build (even with layers of complexity and if/then processes, and judging options are very customizable, reporting options are extensive and detailed. I did not have any experience building an application and do not come from a technical background, but I was able to build our application without issues due to the ease of using the program and the prompt and helpful assistance of customer support.”
Key Abstract Management Software Features
Simplify the most dreaded aspect of conference planning with our proven platform designed specifically for educational conferences that involve multiple sessions and a call for speakers.
01Conference Website Builder
Create a conference website right in OpenWater that wows applicants and attendees with no coding required!
02Form Creation
Use our drag-and-drop form builder to collect all necessary information from potential speakers, accept attached files of any size, and set conditional logic.
03Efficient Multi-Round Review
Upload standardized abstract review rubrics, then assign each submission to multiple judges who can complete their evaluations with just a few clicks.
04Session Builder
Once your team approves abstracts, organize them by topic or presentation style within OpenWater to establish the flow of your conference sessions.
05Public-Facing Conference Calendars
Display the conference sessions you’ve built on an easy-to-navigate, branded calendar so attendees can browse their options and plan their event days in advance.
06Mobile App
Give attendees control over their conference experience and make the process convenient by meeting them where they likely already are—on their smartphones.
07Email Wizard
Keep your community in the loop about calls for proposals, submission deadlines, decisions, conference plans, and other important updates with our customizable email templates.
08Reporting & Analytics
Collect and review data on your abstract management efforts to fine-tune the process for both administrators and applicants.
09Integrations Hub
Connect OpenWater with more than 60 popular management systems, directories, payment gateways, and databases (including iMIS, Salesforce, and Higher Logic) to ensure seamless information transfer.