Mar 18, 2025
9 Reasons CORE™ is Perfect for Volume Photography
CORE™ streamlines volume photography with no fees, custom workflows, and easy lab integration.
When it comes to managing and marketing your volume event images, CORE™, the powerful software from Candid Color Systems®, stands out as the best choice for photographers. It offers a comprehensive suite of features that are designed to streamline your workflow, boost your sales, and simplify the way you manage your business. Below, we’ll explore why CORE™ is the top option for volume photographers over other brands.
1. No Hidden Fees or Subscriptions
One of the most appealing aspects of CORE™ is that it’s free to use. Unlike other software providers, there are no subscription or membership fees, no image hosting fees, no minimums, and no transaction fees. Plus, it offers the lowest eCommerce fees in the industry, ensuring that photographers get the most value for their money. This makes CORE™ a cost-effective solution, allowing photographers to keep their profit margins high without worrying about extra costs.
2. Comprehensive, Customizable Solutions for Any Event
Volume photographers know that no two events are alike, and CORE™ accommodates multiple workflows to cater to the unique needs of each. Whether you’re photographing sports events, school portraits, graduations, races, or corporate functions, CORE™ provides a suite of customizable workflows designed to maximize profit from any type of event. You can even import rosters or collect contact data via an easy-to-use registration/check-in site, ensuring you have everything you need to manage each event efficiently.
3. Cloud-Based, Easy-to-Use Platform
Being a cloud-based software, CORE™ offers ultimate flexibility and accessibility. There are no installation requirements, and you can access your photos and data anywhere, anytime. Plus, the platform is intuitive and easy to use, with simple, automated workflows that minimize manual input and reduce administrative overhead. This makes managing large volumes of event photos faster and more efficient.
4. Fully Integrated with Candid Color Systems® Lab Services
We aren’t just a software company; we are a full-service lab that offers everything a volume photographer needs to succeed. CORE™ seamlessly integrates with our lab services, allowing for smooth transmission of orders and high-quality photo finishing. Whether you want your orders drop-shipped directly to your clients or mailed to your organization, CORE™ takes care of it, ensuring fast turnaround times (typically within 48 hours).
5. Instant Marketing to Boost Sales
With CORE™, you can start marketing your event photos nearly instantly. The software includes options to send automated, customizable emails and SMS texts directly to your customers, delivering links to their images while they are still excited about their photos. If you use the PhotoMatch™ system, you can even upload images while you shoot, and start the marketing process immediately, giving your clients near-instant access to their photos. This real-time marketing helps to drive sales and improve customer satisfaction.
6. Free Support & Training
Candid Color Systems® provides free support and training to ensure you get the most out of CORE™. Our professional support team is available Monday through Friday, with emergency support available 24/7. In addition, you can access an extensive knowledge base or schedule one-on-one training sessions to learn at your own pace. This makes sure you are never left in the dark and have all the tools and knowledge you need to succeed.
7. Boost Your Productivity and Growth
By automating many of your tasks, CORE™ frees up valuable time, allowing you to focus on what matters most: growing your business. Whether it’s simplifying your workflows, offering online preorders, or automatically transmitting orders to the lab, CORE™ helps you save time and labor costs. With features like live image upload and instant marketing, you can process images, increase sales, and manage a higher volume of work without sacrificing quality.
8. Tailored for Specific Markets
CORE™ is designed to serve a wide range of photography markets, from school sports to graduations, corporate events, and races. No matter your niche, CORE™ has the tools and customization options to meet your specific needs. Whether it’s senior portraits, sports league photos, or group composites, CORE’s diverse features cater to various market demands, making it an all-in-one solution for photographers.
9. History and Trust
Candid Color Systems® has been under one ownership for over 50 years and has built a reputation for providing superior photo finishing services with unmatched turnarounds. Unlike other software companies, we are photographers first, understanding the industry’s challenges and providing real solutions that work in the field. Our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction ensures that CORE™ is backed by a trusted company with a long history of excellence.
So, Why Wait?
CORE™ is the ultimate solution for volume photographers who want to simplify their workflow, increase sales, and provide better service to their clients. With no hidden fees, powerful features, seamless lab integration, and extensive support, CORE™ stands out as the best option for photographers who want to take their business to the next level.
Don’t settle for less. Choose to work with Candid Color Systems® and CORE™ and start transforming your volume photography business today!