Comprehensive Hotel Management ERP Software

The hotel management software has been developed to automate or otherwise streamline and simply the activities involved in the running of establishments in the hospitality and catering industry.

Reservation and booking management

• Booking and reservation processing for rooms, restaurant tables, and event spaces
• Real-time availability checks
• Guest profile creation and management
• Online booking integration on hotel’s website and third party booking websites and apps with support for payment on premise or on booking portal

Restaurant and bar Point of sale (POS) application

• Inbuilt point of sale application to ease placing orders and serving customers in restaurants and premise bar
• Assign user PINs for quick log in by each user to the POS
• Works offline with data synchronization to stem disruption from unstable internet connections
• Track order service, prioritization and delivery time to increase customer satisfaction

Inventory and store management

• Stock management for hotel stores, such as the gift shop, spa, or merchandise
• Inventory tracking, requisition and reordering
• Vendor / supplier management and purchase order processing
• Cost control and profit analysis

Accommodation / reception management

• Check-in and check-out procedures
• Guest registration and profile management
• Room assignment and room status tracking
• Key card issuance and management

Billing and payment processing

• Invoicing for room charges, restaurant bills, and other services
• Integration with payment gateways for online and mobile payments
• Generation of detailed bills for guests

Restaurant management

• Table reservations and management
• Order processing and kitchen communication
• Menu item pricing and inventory control

Guest services

• Concierge services (e.g., arranging transportation, tours, or activities)
• Wake-up calls and room service requests
• Handling special requests and preferences
• Loyalty programs and guest recognition

Housekeeping management

• Room status updates and cleaning schedules
• Maintenance requests and tracking
• Linen and amenities inventory control
• Integration with guest check-out to ensure rooms are cleaned promptly

Reporting and analytics

• Generating various reports on occupancy, revenue, and expenses
• Performance analytics for the restaurant, stores, and rooms
• Trend analysis for decision-making

Security and access Control

• Guest and staff access control with user roles and permissions

Internal and external communication

• Messaging systems for communication with guests through email, SMS and integrated call center
• Automated emails and messages for confirmations, reminders, and feedback requests
• Management of organizational staff email address
• Inbuilt instant chat and video conferencing

Compliance and regulations

• Compliance with data protection and privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR)
• Adherence to safety and health regulations in the restaurant, amenities and stores

Mobile and web accessibility

• Mobile and web apps for guests to access reservation and order services
• Mobile and web apps for staff to manage operations efficiently and flexibly

Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

• Creating and maintaining guest and customer profiles and preferences
• Personalized marketing and promotions
• Capture and manage guest data, preferences, and contact information
• Segment guests based on demographics, booking history, and preferences
• Send personalized marketing messages, offers, and promotions

Employee management

• Staff bio-data
• Staff scheduling and shift management
• Training and performance tracking
• Payroll and HR functions
• Leave management

Feedback and reviews

• Collecting and analyzing guest feedback and reviews for improvement

FINANICAL MANAGEMENT

Effective accounting within the hotel management software ensures financial transparency, accurate record-keeping, and compliance with financial regulations.

Accounting and financial management

• General ledger and financial reporting
• Revenue and expense tracking
• Budgeting and forecasting for operations
• Integration with other modules for seamless financial data flow

Accounts payable and receivable

• Managing invoices and payments to suppliers and vendors for inventory and services
• Handling guest payments, refunds, and deposits
• Automated invoicing and reminders for outstanding bills

Taxation and compliance

• Managing tax calculations and reporting
• Compliance with financial regulations and tax laws
• Auditing and record-keeping for financial transparency

Cost control

• Cost analysis for restaurant ingredients, merchandise, and operational expenses
• Expense tracking for store inventory and maintenance
• Cost-cutting measures and expense optimization

Financial analytics

• Generating financial statements, such as income statements and balance sheets
• Analyzing financial performance and profitability
• Identifying trends and opportunities for revenue growth

Asset register

• Keep track of fixed assets
• Keep track of asset valuations, depreciation and disposal

MARKETING

Marketing modules and capabilities are instrumental in attracting and retaining guests, promoting services, and optimizing marketing strategies to drive revenue growth and enhance the overall guest experience

Marketing automation

• Automated email marketing campaigns to engage past guests and potential customers
• Drip campaigns for nurturing leads and converting them into guests
• Personalized marketing content generation

Guest loyalty programs

• Create and manage loyalty programs to reward repeat guests
• Issue loyalty cards and points for various activities, like bookings, dining, and store purchases
• Offer exclusive discounts and perks to loyal guests

Social media integration

• Publish and schedule social media posts to promote special offers and events
• Monitor social media mentions and reviews
• Engage with guests and potential customers on social platforms

Online reputation management

• Monitor online reviews and ratings on platforms like TripAdvisor and Yelp
• Respond to guest reviews promptly to show a commitment to service excellence
• Implement strategies to improve online reputation

Promotions and campaign management

• Plan and execute marketing campaigns for special events, holidays, and seasonal promotions
• Track the performance of marketing campaigns, including ROI

Website integration

• Manage and update the hotel's website with the latest information on offers, amenities, and events
• Enable online booking and reservation capabilities through the website

Analytics and reporting

• Generate reports on the effectiveness of marketing campaigns
• Analyze website traffic, conversion rates, and the source of leads
• Use data-driven insights to refine marketing strategies

Channel management

• Manage listings and promotions on various online travel agencies (OTAs) and distribution channels
• Ensure pricing consistency and availability across all channels

Event and conference promotion

• Market event spaces and conference facilities for meetings, weddings, and other gatherings
• Coordinate marketing efforts with event planners and organizers

Email marketing

• Send newsletters, updates, and promotional offers via email to a subscriber list
• Track email open rates and click-through rates to measure engagement

SMS and mobile marketing

• Send SMS notifications to guests with offers, booking confirmations, and event updates
• Mobile and web app for easy access to hotel services and promotions

Content management

• Manage and update content on the hotel's blog, news section, and promotional pages
• Create compelling content to attract and engage visitors

MISCELLANEOUS

Cloud based

The entire software runs primarily on cloud based server infrastructure hence is available as a service eliminating the need to maintain local servers.

Internet connection is required for access to all functionality with availability on any intenet enable devices including smart-phones, tablets and computers.

Fully customizable

The software is developed with sensible standardized defaults but is fully customizable to meet unique establishment requirements.

Integrated electronic document management system

The software has complete document management capability with web editors and change tracking

In-app support

The software has quick access support built into the interface for easy placement of requests to the the developers and maintainers

Ad-hoc analytics and business intelligence

Create custom reports to answer specific business questions with reporting, analytics and charting tools to simplify, summarize and visualize data

Accessibility and ease of use

The software has been developed with user interface and operational simplicity in mind hence abstracting away complex business processes to minimize the potential for erroneous data entry or reporting

Security and data integrity and data loss prevention

• Two factor user authentication to improve log in security
• Comprehensive logs of all operations affecting data to ensure traceability
• Down-loadable daily data snapshot backups to protect against data loss

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