Managing Products in the Room Upsell Category on IN-Gauge
- Padraig O'Connell
The Room Upsell Category on IN-Gauge allows administrators to include various products, such as Late Checkout and Early Arrival. However, the specific products included in this category can differ based on brand and geographical region. For example, a hotel brand in Europe might offer Early Arrival as a standard upsell option, while a brand in Asia might focus on Late Checkout. These regional differences ensure that the upsell offerings are relevant and appealing to the local customer base, aligning with regional preferences and market demand. This global flexibility allows each brand to optimize its revenue strategies by tailoring the Room Upsell Category to its specific operational context.
Overview
IN-Gauge allows administrators to add and manage products under the Room Upsell Category, offering complete flexibility across different brands and regions. This article provides a detailed, technical guide on how to add and edit products to ensure all revenue is correctly processed under the Room Upsell Category.
Adding a New Product to the Room Upsell Category
Navigate to the Products Module:
Log in to IN-Gauge.
Go to the main menu and select "Products."
Add a New Product:
Click on "Add New Product."
Enter the product details as required (e.g., Late Checkout, Early Arrival).
Select the checkbox for "Major Product."
Assign to Room Upsell Category:
Ensure the product is correctly categorized under "Room Upsell."
Save the new product configuration.
Editing an Existing Product to Room Upsell Category
Locate the Product:
In the Products Module, search for the existing product you want to edit.
Edit Product Details:
Click on the product to open the edit view.
Select the checkbox for "Major Product" if not already selected.
Verify that the product is categorized under "Room Upsell."
Save Changes:
Save the updated product configuration.
All revenue associated with this product will now be processed under the Room Upsell Category.
Revenue Processing and Retroactive Changes
New Products: When a new product is added and marked as a Major Product, all future revenue will be categorized under Room Upsell automatically.
Existing Products: If an existing product is changed to a Major Product and added to the Room Upsell Category, all revenue for the previous year will be recalculated and processed under the Room Upsell Category.
Important Considerations
Flexibility Across Brands and Regions: While product categorization can vary by brand and region, administrators have full control over assigning products to the Room Upsell Category.
Revenue Accuracy: Ensuring products are correctly marked as Major Products and categorized under Room Upsell is crucial for accurate revenue reporting.
By following these steps, administrators can effectively manage and ensure accurate revenue categorization under the Room Upsell Category on IN-Gauge.