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Point of Rental Software has acquired PartyCAD, a specialized computer-aided 3D design program for the events industry. On June 28, 2018, Hank Hufnagel, who built the software that became PartyCAD back in the early 1980s, passed away, leaving responsibility for the program up to his son, Pete. By selling to Point of Rental, Pete believes users will get the great overall experience they’re used to, working with another company that’s known for its customer service. “[Hank’s] customers meant a lot to him,” said Pete Hufnagel. “I want to do right by those customers who brought him joy and helped support

Lauren Harris has been named as Point of Rental’s Director of Marketing, making official what’s been known within the company for some time. “I appreciate the opportunity to work with an amazing team to show people who Point of Rental is and what we stand for,” Harris said. “I’m proud of the things we’ve accomplished, but I’m even more excited to be a part of the future of both Point of Rental and the rental industry as a whole.” “The marketing team has been doing a phenomenal job enhancing our position worldwide,” said Point of Rental CEO Wayne Harris. “We’re

Point of Rental Software’s worldwide team has added Josh Nickell as its Director of Global Strategy. The former CEO of Nickell Rental will join the company in May, continuing a 20-year career in the rental industry after selling his company to Sunbelt Rentals. “Joining the team at Point of Rental allows me to combine three of my lifelong passions – technology, rental, and building highly-engaged, scalable teams,” said Nickell. “There is so much opportunity in data analytics and innovative technologies and no company is better positioned to leverage that than Point of Rental. Being a part of the Point of

Point of Rental’s Australasian office has a new leader. Dave Cameron, a 15-year veteran of the software industry, will take the reins in early May, as the company looks to continue its expansion in the region. “Dave has excelled as a Director of Technology and as a Director of Client services for several years,” said Point of Rental CEO Wayne Harris. “His combination of technical knowledge and awesome customer service is not easily found. It is, however, perfect for our commitment to innovation and customer service.” “My aim is to establish Point of Rental as the undisputed technology leader in

Point of Rental Software’s new electronic signature option, Rental eSign, now accommodates not only human signatures, but supports paw prints from animals, both service and otherwise. “Animals have always played a big role in getting work done, from oxen pulling plows to deliveries via horses. There are even dogs serving in our police and fire departments,” said CEO Wayne Harris. “With that in mind, we felt it was important to allow designated animals to accept responsibility for rentals.” Both Rental eSign options, eSign Counter and eSign Remote, will accept paw print signatures. The process for capturing a signature remains the

Point of Rental Software has been named a finalist for Hire Association Europe and Event Hire Association’s Supplier of the Year category in 2018. Independently judged, the Hire Awards of Excellence acknowledge the successes of rental companies and suppliers, along with the incredible individuals who set the standard. Finalists represent the best in class for companies and individuals working in the rental sector. The Supplier of the Year is selected based purely on votes from members of the rental industry as a whole. Point of Rental isn’t alone in earning HAE EHA honors, though. The company’s customers are also getting