Built for events, made for speaker selection
The smarter alternative to Google Forms for speaker selection
Google Forms can collect submissions, but Sched Forms saves time, eliminates spreadsheets, and seamlessly integrates speaker selection with your event schedule.
- The #1 Call for Papers solution
- Far beyond Google Forms
- Scalable for events of any size
Why is Sched Forms better than Google Forms for Call for Papers
Google Forms is a simple tool for collecting submissions, but it lacks the features and efficiency needed for a smooth Call for Papers process. Sched Forms streamlines submissions, reviews, and speaker management—all in one place. Here’s how Sched Forms outperforms Google forms.
Built for event management, not just forms
- Sched Forms: Specifically designed for event organizers, allowing seamless submission, review, and scheduling in a single platform.
- Google Forms: Only collects responses, requiring manual tracking, spreadsheets, and extra tools to organize submissions.
Speaker & session management done right
- Sched Forms: Automatically creates speaker profiles, assigns sessions, and syncs accepted submissions directly into your event schedule.
- Google Forms: Requires copying and pasting speaker data, then manually updating schedules elsewhere.
Streamlined review & approval process
- Sched Forms: Provides multi-step review workflows, scoring systems, and real-time feedback tools for faster decision-making.
- Google Forms: No built-in review or approval process, meaning organizers must manually sort, evaluate, and communicate decisions.
Customizable submission forms
- Sched Forms: Supports multi-speaker sessions, file uploads, topic categorization, and custom submission fields.
- Google Forms: Offers basic form fields, but lacks structured session management and event integration.
Automated speaker communication
- Sched Forms: Notifies speakers automatically about submission status, session details, and schedule changes.
- Google Forms: Requires separate email coordination, leading to extra work and potential miscommunication.
Why is Sched Forms better than Google Forms for call for papers
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| Basic data export (CSV, spreadsheets) |
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| Structured review & approval workflow |
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| Email and notifications to speakers |
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| 3 clicks to sync with Sched event schedule |
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Frequently asked questions
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Why is Sched better than Google Forms for managing Call for Papers?
Google Forms is a basic data collection tool, but it lacks the event-specific features needed for an efficient Call for Papers process.
Sched is purpose-built for events, with industry-specific features like submission tracking, speaker management, multistep committee reviews, and seamless scheduling—all in one place. No more spreadsheets, manual approvals, or scattered communication. -
Can I set different access levels for reviewers and organizers?
Yes! Sched allows you to assign different roles and permissions, so reviewers can evaluate submissions without accessing full event management settings.
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Does Sched support blind or anonymous reviews?
Absolutely! You can configure the review process to hide speaker details, ensuring an unbiased evaluation of submissions.
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Can I collect additional materials like slides or supporting documents from speakers after acceptance?
Yes! Once a submission is approved, you can request additional files from speakers and have them upload materials directly through the platform.