When a spreadsheet is enough, and when it is not.
Spreadsheets remain fast, familiar and portable. RunCue helps once the event needs clear owners, controlled access and a live view on the day.
Where Spreadsheets is strong
A spreadsheet is excellent for ad-hoc calculations, compact lists, offline files and work that does not need a fixed data model.
Best fit: Small lists that rarely change, one person in charge, and sharing by file.
Where RunCue fits
RunCue keeps tasks, vendors, guests, seating, budget, the run of show, event day and closeout as separate records that stay linked.
Best fit: Events with several people involved, guests and vendors to coordinate, and a live run of show.
| Area | Spreadsheets | RunCue |
|---|---|---|
| Setup | Start with rows and columns. | Start with records designed for events, and templates. |
| Ownership | Usually represented by a cell and local convention. | Owners, permissions, watchers and activity are part of the record. |
| Event Day | A file can be viewed, but live status conventions are manual. | Readiness, cues, arrivals, guest check-in and issues share the event context. |
| Flexibility | Very high; almost any table can be created. | Deliberately focused on running events. |
See the event workflow for yourself
Try the product tour to see whether RunCue fits the way you work.