Online grave reservation and marketing
Cemetery plans can be found in all cemetery administrations in German-speaking countries.They are an important tool for maintaining an overview of the cemetery andand, ideally, to be able to track occupancy on a daily basis. However, the quality of cemetery plans varies greatly and ranges from outdated paper plans to digital cemetery plans with a […]
How a digital cemetery map provides a better overview of the forest cemetery
Many visitors to cemeteries are familiar with the situation: despite good orientation, they find it difficult to locate the graves of their loved ones in the cemetery. To solve this problem, PBSGEO GmbH from Cologne has developed an innovative navigation system for cemeteries. The cemetery software not only simplifies the work of cemetery administrations and […]
2nd Cologne Digital Cemetery Symposium: “All trades benefit at the end”
Less than 20 percent of all cities and municipalities are currently in the implementation phase of digitization. The percentage is even lower in the area of cemetery digitization. The 2nd Cologne Digital Cemetery Symposium offered expert knowledge and space for networking. By Therese Backhaus-Cysyk. “When I think of the digital cemetery, I think of …?” […]
Podcast – Provokant Rosarot
Provokant Rosarot: “The digital cemetery map: A chance to experience history in a new way.” Stefan Schumacher was a guest on the “Provokant Rosarot” podcast and spoke to Dorothee Töreki about the innovative possibilities of the digital cemetery. The focus was on new ways of mourning, remembering and commemorating in the digital world. Digital solutions […]
Natural Cemetery: Keeping Everything in View with a Digital Cemetery Plan
It took seven years from the idea to implementation. In 2023, the Ducal Forest Administration Banz opened a natural cemetery in their forest in Altenbanz, Upper Franconia (municipality of Staffelstein). With friedhofsplan.de, this alternative burial method can be marketed effectively. The Banz Natural Cemetery is a joint project of the Ducal Bavarian Forest Estate Banz […]
The II. Cologne Symposium of the Digital Cemetery 2024
From 07 – 08 October 2024, our II Cologne Symposium of the Digital Cemetery took place – an event that offered insights into the future of cemeteries and their digitalization over two days. We are delighted with the numerous registrations and the positive feedback! The Cologne Symposium is much more than a simple conference – […]
Redesigning cemeteries in Schongau: Historic gravestones, QR codes and a burial calendar
The city cemetery is now equipped with a QR code stele. Visitors can call up information on the deceased and graves worthy of preservation and create their own memorial pages. Schongau – The funeral culture is undergoing major changes. The town of Schongau is also addressing this issue. While cemeteries in large cities such as […]
HERBST Tree Symposium in Baden near Vienna: A review
On the 20. September 2024, we had the special opportunity to participate in the Baumsymposium in Baden bei Wien. This significant event, which is dedicated to the protection, care and promotion of trees, was organized by the Arbor Technical Institute. The symposium attracted experts and nature enthusiasts from all over Austria and the surrounding area, […]
PBSGEO’s participation in the FIAT IFTA Congress in Krakow
From 18 to 20. September 2024, the FIAT IFTA Congress took place in Krakow. The FIAT-IFTA (Fédération Internationale des Associations de Funeral Professionals), also known as the World Organisation of Funeral Professionals, is a world-renowned institution dedicated to promoting funeral and funeral practices as well as the further development of the funeral system. The congress […]
How digitalization is revolutionizing cemetery management
Cologne (ots) – A navigation system for cemeteries – with this innovative solution, Stefan Schumacher makes the work of cemetery administrations easier, supports the trades working there and improves the visitor experience. PBSGEO GmbH has already won several awards with this internationally sought-after service. In this article, Dipl.-Ing. Stefan Schumacher reveals the specific advantages offered […]
