Providing hygienic and organized service to members is as important as running operational processes efficiently in fitness centers and studios. Among the frequently used items, towels—if not properly managed—can lead to increased costs and reduced service quality. A towel tracking system offers an effective solution to boost efficiency.

The Challenge of Manual Tracking
Manual towel tracking is no longer sufficient in busy facilities. Unreturned towels or members exceeding their allotted towel usage can significantly increase operational costs.

Transition to Digital Towel Management
Digital towel tracking solutions bring numerous advantages to facilities, especially when integrated with membership systems. These systems record how many towels a member receives, whether they return them, and more, all in real time.

Flyby Tracker is one such solution, specifically designed for fitness and studio businesses. It seamlessly supports membership-based usage scenarios.

Membership-Based Towel Allocation
Each member may have a different towel entitlement based on their membership plan. Some plans may not include any towels, while others may offer one large and one small towel per day. Flyby Tracker allows facilities to:

• Assign towel rights based on membership type
• Prevent unauthorized or excessive usage by blocking or charging beyond the allowed limits
• Monitor when, how many, and whether towels are returned

Automation in Towel Distribution and Return
Traditional towel handling by staff is prone to delays and human error. With Flyby Tracker:

• Members collect towels via card or mobile QR code
• The system logs the number of towels and links them to the member
• Unreturned towels are charged
• Extra usage is billed

Integration with Turnstile and Entry Systems
Flyby Tracker can integrate with existing turnstile systems. When a member doesn’t return a towel, exit can be blocked. This:

• Reduces lost towels
• Increases member accountability
• Cuts costs from lost inventory

Stock Monitoring and Operational Efficiency
Digital systems allow real-time tracking of towel circulation, laundry needs, and missing items. With Flyby Tracker:

• Towel flow is monitored live
• Laundry schedules can be optimized
• Losses are reported
• Stock shortages are prevented with early replenishment

Reporting and Decision Support
Beyond daily operations, towel tracking systems provide data-driven insights. Flyby Tracker delivers detailed reports such as:

• Which members use towels and when
• Peak towel usage periods
• Membership types associated with higher loss rates

This supports better cost management and process optimization.

Enhancing Member Experience
Members notice the small details. Organized towel service boosts the professional image of a fitness facility.

Control Costs
Towel loss is an often overlooked but costly problem. Preventing this saves significant money annually. Flyby Tracker:

• Reduces missing towel rates
• Avoids unnecessary restocking
• Improves laundry and maintenance planning

Boost Staff Productivity
Manual towel management burdens staff. With automation:

• Towel handling is systemized
• Supervision time is reduced
• Human errors are minimized

This allows staff to focus on higher-value tasks.

Conclusion: A Controlled, Efficient, and Transparent Towel Management System
Towel tracking is a critical operational process that affects service quality. Digital systems like Flyby Tracker are no longer optional but essential. With features like membership-based usage, turnstile integration, stock control, and detailed reporting, Flyby Tracker gives full control to facility managers.

Discover how Flyby Tracker can help you reduce costs and optimize your operations!