How event vendor booking works
Vendors create profiles with packages, pricing, and availability. Planners search by category, location, and filters. They send booking requests, confirm details, and pay a deposit to secure the date. Remaining payments are scheduled as milestones and held in escrow until the event is completed.
Vendor discovery
Planners can search Cenvi by vendor type (catering, venue, photography, etc.), location, price range, and availability. Vendors show real-time availability from their synced calendars. Pricing is visible upfront.
Booking flow
After selecting a vendor and packages, the planner submits a booking request. The vendor approves or declines. Once approved, the planner pays the deposit. Additional milestone payments are triggered before or after the event. Funds are released to the vendor when the booking is marked complete.
Deposits and escrow
Cenvi holds deposits and milestone payments in escrow. Funds are released to the vendor only after the booking is completed. This protects planners from no-shows and vendors from unpaid work.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book a vendor on Cenvi?
Search vendors by category and location, select packages, send a booking request, and pay the deposit once the vendor approves.
What is a vendor booking platform?
A vendor booking platform connects planners with service providers. Cenvi enforces deposits, milestone payments, and real availability.
How do event deposits work?
Deposits secure the vendor for your date. On Cenvi, deposits are held in escrow until the booking is completed.
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