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The booking system for creative workshops that brings order

Manage machines, rooms, and workshops in one system. Link accesses with instructions, secure payments, and reduce downtimes. This way, your workspace stays productive and equitably utilized.

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In a bright wood workshop, a person carefully aligns a fresh birch board on the workbench, with fine dust particles floating in the sunlight. Organized hand tools hang on the wall, and neatly arranged shavings lie on the floor. It's a calm moment of focus before the first precise saw cut begins.
In a bright wood workshop, a person carefully aligns a fresh birch board on the workbench, with fine dust particles floating in the sunlight. Organized hand tools hang on the wall, and neatly arranged shavings lie on the floor. It's a calm moment of focus before the first precise saw cut begins.
In a bright wood workshop, a person carefully aligns a fresh birch board on the workbench, with fine dust particles floating in the sunlight. Organized hand tools hang on the wall, and neatly arranged shavings lie on the floor. It's a calm moment of focus before the first precise saw cut begins.
In a bright wood workshop, a person carefully aligns a fresh birch board on the workbench, with fine dust particles floating in the sunlight. Organized hand tools hang on the wall, and neatly arranged shavings lie on the floor. It's a calm moment of focus before the first precise saw cut begins.
A laser cutter casts a reddish light on a dark acrylic sheet, fine wisps of smoke drift by in the pull of the exhaust. Someone carefully places the material, and the surroundings appear tidy and technically clear. The first sharp cutting pattern is etched on the surface.
A laser cutter casts a reddish light on a dark acrylic sheet, fine wisps of smoke drift by in the pull of the exhaust. Someone carefully places the material, and the surroundings appear tidy and technically clear. The first sharp cutting pattern is etched on the surface.
A laser cutter casts a reddish light on a dark acrylic sheet, fine wisps of smoke drift by in the pull of the exhaust. Someone carefully places the material, and the surroundings appear tidy and technically clear. The first sharp cutting pattern is etched on the surface.
A laser cutter casts a reddish light on a dark acrylic sheet, fine wisps of smoke drift by in the pull of the exhaust. Someone carefully places the material, and the surroundings appear tidy and technically clear. The first sharp cutting pattern is etched on the surface.
In a screen printing corner, a person smoothly pulls a squeegee across a taut screen, spreading vibrant color richly across the fabric. Prints already hang drying on a line, and the room is bright and minimalist. A brief, focused moment between preparation and result.

Step out of the paperwork chaos, step into the workshop

Without a centralized system, availabilities remain unclear, records are difficult to verify, and rules are applied inconsistently. This costs time, energy, and capacity.

Uncertain availability and double bookings

If machines, rooms, and dependent resources are not efficiently coordinated, downtimes and conflicts arise. Spontaneous agreements are not enough, and utilization remains random.

Qualifications, access, and rules are not consistent

Manual checks are prone to errors. Without automated verification, access only in designated slots, and clear policies, security, liability, and fairness are compromised.

Features that make creative workshops efficient and secure

Manage resources, qualifications, payments, and rates in a flexible system. This creates transparent usage, predictable revenue, and more time for projects.

Visualize resources and avoid conflicts

Book machines, workbenches, and rooms in the 3D room planner with live status. Dependencies, buffer times, and limits ensure fair, tidy booking.

  • Smart availability for linked resources

  • Parallel slots for identical devices

  • Displays for clear live booking

A serene view over an open workshop with clearly marked zones, broad streaks of light falling on oiled wooden surfaces. Two people quietly coordinating the sequence of their tasks, tools neatly arranged. Everything appears prepared, unhurried, ready for the next booking.
A serene view over an open workshop with clearly marked zones, broad streaks of light falling on oiled wooden surfaces. Two people quietly coordinating the sequence of their tasks, tools neatly arranged. Everything appears prepared, unhurried, ready for the next booking.
At the entrance of a modern workshop, a person pauses briefly as a colleague in the background puts on protective gear. The light is soft, and the space is well-organized. It's a moment before the start, where rules and safety feel instinctive.
At the entrance of a modern workshop, a person pauses briefly as a colleague in the background puts on protective gear. The light is soft, and the space is well-organized. It's a moment before the start, where rules and safety feel instinctive.

Link access to instructions and certifications

Allow bookings only for qualified individuals and automatically document attendance. Access works only during the booked slot, including a log.

  • Communities and custom fields for evidence

  • QR check-in and terminal

  • Smart lock integrations

Secure payments and reduce no-shows

Advance payments, partial payments, and clear cancellation policies secure revenues and capacities. Automated invoices and waitlists keep utilization high.

  • Flexible policies per offering

  • Appointment reminders via email or SMS

  • Automatic refunds according to the rules

On a clean counter lies neatly sorted workshop material, next to it a discreet scheduling planner on the wall. A person is jotting down times on a notepad, the environment is calm and organized. A moment of planning that truly conveys a sense of commitment.
On a clean counter lies neatly sorted workshop material, next to it a discreet scheduling planner on the wall. A person is jotting down times on a notepad, the environment is calm and organized. A moment of planning that truly conveys a sense of commitment.
A small group stands relaxed in a bright workshop, with sample pieces laid out on the table. One person briefly explains the next step, and everyone nods. The scene feels organized, open, and inviting, ready for a collaborative project.
A small group stands relaxed in a bright workshop, with sample pieces laid out on the table. One person briefly explains the next step, and everyone nods. The scene feels organized, open, and inviting, ready for a collaborative project.

Manage memberships, courses, and B2B pricing

Subscriptions, corporate contingents, and bundles are automatically applied with every booking. Material options and lecturer assignments make courses predictable.

  • 10-session cards and day passes

  • Packages for corporate and team events

  • Contingents for fair usage

Automate your workflows with integrations and apps

anny integrates seamlessly into your existing tools. Additionally, leverage our open API interface or create workflows on Make.com.

Microsoft 365 integration with anny: synchronize resources and personal calendars on both sides with Microsoft 365.
Book rooms, workplaces, and other resources directly in Outlook with anny.
Google Workspace integration with anny: Automatically synchronize resources and calendars bidirectionally.
Google Calendar integration with anny: synchronize appointments on both sides for seamless planning.
Salto integration with anny: Automatically transfer access rights for booked spaces to your locking system.
Nuki integration with anny: Automatic access granting for booked rooms through your smart lock.
Tapkey integration with anny: Access permissions are automatically granted for booked rooms.
dormakaba Exivo, Kaba Exos 9300 and Resivo - Integration with anny: Automated access rights for booked rooms directly in the locking system.
KleverKey integration with anny: Automatically create access to booked resources via KleverKey locks.
iLOQ integration with anny: Intelligent access management directly through your digital locking system.
Comydo integration with anny: Automatic access permissions for booked spaces through your locking system.
Microsoft 365 integration with anny: synchronize resources and personal calendars on both sides with Microsoft 365.
Book rooms, workplaces, and other resources directly in Outlook with anny.
Google Workspace integration with anny: Automatically synchronize resources and calendars bidirectionally.
Google Calendar integration with anny: synchronize appointments on both sides for seamless planning.
Salto integration with anny: Automatically transfer access rights for booked spaces to your locking system.
Nuki integration with anny: Automatic access granting for booked rooms through your smart lock.
Tapkey integration with anny: Access permissions are automatically granted for booked rooms.
dormakaba Exivo, Kaba Exos 9300 and Resivo - Integration with anny: Automated access rights for booked rooms directly in the locking system.
KleverKey integration with anny: Automatically create access to booked resources via KleverKey locks.
iLOQ integration with anny: Intelligent access management directly through your digital locking system.
Comydo integration with anny: Automatic access permissions for booked spaces through your locking system.

Use Cases: From Machine Booking to Workshop Management

Industry Insights

How Digital Booking is Transforming the Creative Workshop Sustainably

Creative workshops are dynamic spaces where many people share resources. Digital booking brings transparency here: availabilities become clear, rules understandable, and usage measurable. Younger audiences expect self-service, instant confirmation, and fixed slots instead of phone chains. Short payment processes and clear cancellation policies increase reliability and reduce no-shows.

Safety also improves: qualifications and access rights can be cleanly documented, strengthening liability and compliance. For operators, this creates a robust data foundation to optimize opening hours, quotas, and pricing. This transforms ad hoc coordination into a planned, fair use, strengthening both community and economic stability.

Simplify your workday today

"Simply the best booking software" (OMR Reviews, Q3/2025) - Try it free for 14 days

Anny ist auf der Bewertungsplattform OMR Reviews für das Q2 2025 in der Kategorie Workplace Management Top Rated
Anny ist im Sommer 2025 Grid Leader auf der Bewertungsplattform G2
Anny ist im Sommer 2025 europaweit High Performer auf der Bewertungsplattform G2
Anny ist im Sommer 2025 in der EMEA Region Regionaler Leader unter den Small Businesses auf der Bewertungsplattform G2
Anny ist auf der Bewertungsplattform G2 im Sommer 2025 Grid Leader unter den Small Businesses
Anny ist auf der Bewertungsplattform G2 im Sommer 2025 europaweit High Performer unter den Small Businesses

Simplify your workday today

"Simply the best booking software" (OMR Reviews, Q3/2025) - Try it free for 14 days

Anny ist auf der Bewertungsplattform OMR Reviews für das Q2 2025 in der Kategorie Workplace Management Top Rated
Anny ist im Sommer 2025 Grid Leader auf der Bewertungsplattform G2
Anny ist im Sommer 2025 europaweit High Performer auf der Bewertungsplattform G2
Anny ist im Sommer 2025 in der EMEA Region Regionaler Leader unter den Small Businesses auf der Bewertungsplattform G2
Anny ist auf der Bewertungsplattform G2 im Sommer 2025 Grid Leader unter den Small Businesses
Anny ist auf der Bewertungsplattform G2 im Sommer 2025 europaweit High Performer unter den Small Businesses

FAQ's

Everything you need to know

If you have any further questions, contact us.

When is anny the best booking system for my creative studio?

If you want to centrally manage machines, spaces, and courses, need to reliably consider qualifications, and require payments with clear rules. Particularly suitable for makerspaces, open workshops, and creative labs with memberships, company packages, and different rates.

When is anny the best booking system for my creative studio?

If you want to centrally manage machines, spaces, and courses, need to reliably consider qualifications, and require payments with clear rules. Particularly suitable for makerspaces, open workshops, and creative labs with memberships, company packages, and different rates.

How do I integrate instructions, certificates, and access in anny?

You create communities for unlocked groups and store records with expiration dates using custom fields. Check-in and smart lock ensure documented attendance and access only during the booked slot. Expired instructions automatically block access.

How do I integrate instructions, certificates, and access in anny?

You create communities for unlocked groups and store records with expiration dates using custom fields. Check-in and smart lock ensure documented attendance and access only during the booked slot. Expired instructions automatically block access.

When does investing in a booking system for Makerspaces really pay off?

Once multiple machines, parallel courses, or memberships come into play. Especially with double bookings, manual invoicing, no-shows, and unclear access rules, a system noticeably saves time, ensures fairness, and creates planning reliability.

When does investing in a booking system for Makerspaces really pay off?

Once multiple machines, parallel courses, or memberships come into play. Especially with double bookings, manual invoicing, no-shows, and unclear access rules, a system noticeably saves time, ensures fairness, and creates planning reliability.

Can members, companies, and day guests pay different rates?

Yes. With subscriptions, discount rules, and contingents, the correct prices automatically apply for every booking. Companies receive packages and central invoices, and day guests use day passes or 10-admission cards. Everything is clearly traceable in the billing.

Can members, companies, and day guests pay different rates?

Yes. With subscriptions, discount rules, and contingents, the correct prices automatically apply for every booking. Companies receive packages and central invoices, and day guests use day passes or 10-admission cards. Everything is clearly traceable in the billing.

Why customers love anny

Dominik

cognitio Kommunikation & Planung

With anny, you can easily and seamlessly book your desired desk in the office.

Flo

Particularly helpful are the structured onboarding process and the clear FAQs - this made everything ready to go in no time.

Liron

euronova

anny is simply fantastic! The platform is incredibly user-friendly, and it's a real joy to use.

Stefan H.

The integration into our company after launch was quick and virtually effortless.

Regina

BIG direkt

What I like best is the collaboration and personal support at anny. The implementation went smoothly, and all questions could be resolved quickly.

Erik

Crowe Kleeberg

The implementation in Personio and Teams is perfect!

Bastian

Tyczka

The value for money is convincing: Anny offers a fair pricing structure with extensive features, making the investment absolutely worth it.

Petra

dogado

It is very helpful that the office occupancy is managed by a tool accessible to everyone. Employees from other locations can see if their team is on-site.

Ajay

N3EOS

Easy-to-use interface, simple navigation, and super fast.

Yannic

cityscaper LLC

anny is an exceptionally user-friendly and flexible booking platform that has significantly streamlined our scheduling processes.

Frederik

You can just tell that anny was developed with a genuine understanding of the challenges of hybrid work environments.

Alexander H.

anny's intuitive interface and versatile booking features make it a perfect tool for our booking management.

Why customers love anny

Regina

BIG direkt

What I like best is the collaboration and personal support at anny. The implementation went smoothly, and all questions could be resolved quickly.

Erik

Crowe Kleeberg

The implementation in Personio and Teams is perfect!

Bastian

Tyczka

The value for money is convincing: Anny offers a fair pricing structure with extensive features, making the investment absolutely worth it.

Petra

dogado

It is very helpful that the office occupancy is managed by a tool accessible to everyone. Employees from other locations can see if their team is on-site.

Ajay

N3EOS

Easy-to-use interface, simple navigation, and super fast.

Yannic

cityscaper LLC

anny is an exceptionally user-friendly and flexible booking platform that has significantly streamlined our scheduling processes.

Frederik

You can just tell that anny was developed with a genuine understanding of the challenges of hybrid work environments.

Alexander H.

anny's intuitive interface and versatile booking features make it a perfect tool for our booking management.

Why customers love anny

Regina

BIG direkt

What I like best is the collaboration and personal support at anny. The implementation went smoothly, and all questions could be resolved quickly.

Erik

Crowe Kleeberg

The implementation in Personio and Teams is perfect!

Bastian

Tyczka

The value for money is convincing: Anny offers a fair pricing structure with extensive features, making the investment absolutely worth it.

Petra

dogado

It is very helpful that the office occupancy is managed by a tool accessible to everyone. Employees from other locations can see if their team is on-site.

Ajay

N3EOS

Easy-to-use interface, simple navigation, and super fast.

Yannic

cityscaper LLC

anny is an exceptionally user-friendly and flexible booking platform that has significantly streamlined our scheduling processes.

Frederik

You can just tell that anny was developed with a genuine understanding of the challenges of hybrid work environments.

Alexander H.

anny's intuitive interface and versatile booking features make it a perfect tool for our booking management.

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Experience the magic behind anny in a personalized demo and discover how you can efficiently share resources with anny.

Empowering the world to share resources

Anny ist auf der Bewertungsplattform OMR Reviews für das Q2 2025 in der Kategorie Workplace Management Top Rated
anny ist Fall 2025 G2 Grid Leader
anny ist Fall 2025 Europa High Performer bei G2
anny US Inc. 2025
App Store Download for Room Management
Download from Google Play for Room Management

Empowering the world to share resources

Anny ist auf der Bewertungsplattform OMR Reviews für das Q2 2025 in der Kategorie Workplace Management Top Rated
anny ist Fall 2025 G2 Grid Leader
anny ist Fall 2025 Europa High Performer bei G2
anny US Inc. 2025
App Store Download for Room Management
Download from Google Play for Room Management

Empowering the world to share resources

Anny ist auf der Bewertungsplattform OMR Reviews für das Q2 2025 in der Kategorie Workplace Management Top Rated
anny ist Fall 2025 G2 Grid Leader
anny ist Fall 2025 Europa High Performer bei G2
anny US Inc. 2025
App Store Download for Room Management
Download from Google Play for Room Management