Interfacing your hotel property management system to a distribution system has been a no-brainer for successful hotels and resorts for many years. Since the first introduction of the distribution interface, these systems have become increasingly more sophisticated and now offer even greater integration possibilities.
Two leading distribution solution providers now offer enhanced interfaces to property management systems, including Springer-Miller’s SMS|Host. Both Sabre and Travelclick have developed an optional two-way interface add-on that allows for enhanced group management. This Group Res Sync functionality ensures that all group details flow into the CRS in real time. Anytime the group block changes, it is updated across the seamlessly integrated systems. All group reservations flow into the property management system with the appropriate group identification.
Sabre has added capability to ensure that all staff and guests have access to the most updated reservation, no matter the source. Two-way reservation sync can improve guest service and increase productivity across your organization.
“Absolutely, this has been a great addition to our system,” commented Sara Cox, Director, Hospitality Applications for Destination Hotels.
These additions to your distribution interface functionality can go a long way in adding efficiencies to your team. They lessen the amount of data entry and while simultaneously ensuring data accuracy across the two systems.
If you already have the basic distribution interface, consider adding this additional functionality to streamline group management and reservations. These enhancements in interface functionality help you stay ahead of the hospitality technology curve and continue to make it easier and simpler to provide excellent guest service.