Lead Retrieval

SfN will continue to use the QR code only and not the bar code previously used on badges. The information in the QR code (what the unit is scanning) is limited now to First Name, Last Name, and Company. See the details below of how this will work for exhibitors.

CDS Lead Retrieval Unit: If an exhibitor is connected to the internet (referred to this as online) then you will receive FULL contact information at the time to scan (CDS handhelds are always connected to the internet). Apps and the PC system can be run in online or offline mode. If an exhibitor is not connected to the internet (referred to this as offline) then you will only say what is in the QR code (first name, last name, and company) however, you can still do the qualifiers and make notes. When you get an internet connection, you can sync up with the system and all leads are posted and all the information will download to the unit with the FULL contact information. Some exhibitors sync up at the end of the day (recommended) and some at the end of the show. CDS offers a wifi connection at their desk in case you need to sync during the day. There will also be wifi in the exhibit hall for exhibitors and attendees.

3^rd Party: If an exhibitor uses their own lead retrieval unit you have 2 options. You can use the CDS API which is a direct sync to the CDS system and you will receive full information at the time of the scan or you can scan and collect the first name, last name, and company and then send CDS the file at the end of the show and the scanned information is pulled out of system and a complete file is sent back to you (this is called a data conversion).

Below is the information exhibitors will receive on their full lead file regardless of what option you choose.