Take this scenario: a hotelier is constantly travelling between countries to check on his hotels, while needing to stay abreast of all activities happening at each property. But the process is cumbersome because all hotels use desktop-based software where data is stored locally. He has to rely on staff to send daily reports — for each hotel.
Wouldn't it be easier to have a cloud-based system? Across the globe, cloud-based Property Management Platforms are getting popular because they offer multiple benefits for managing day-to-day activities efficiently.
1. Manage Your Hotel on the Go with 24/7 Access
While traditional systems come with limited access, cloud-based hotel management software lets you manage and perform operational tasks from anywhere. Reservations, check-ins, report generation, check-outs — all accessible anytime, on any device. And with platforms like DJUBO, you can manage not just one hotel but chain properties too.
2. Reduced Ownership Costs
A locally-installed hotel management system brings added expenses — extra manpower, server space, expensive software updates, licence fees, and training costs. A cloud-based system comes with a one-time setup fee, zero dedicated IT infrastructure, easier staff training, and no dedicated manpower required.
3. Increased Security
A modern cloud PMS ensures that customer data is safe and secure. Frequent security checks and upgrades take place automatically without manual intervention. Even if your hardware crashes, your data remains secure in the cloud.
4. Centralised Reservation System
It's time to move away from outdated booking systems. A cloud-based centralised reservation system allows you to keep real-time tabs on all sold and unsold inventory, regardless of the booking source.
5. Updates and Customisations
Cloud-based software receives regular updates to improve performance. It can also easily integrate with other systems required to manage your hotel — from channel managers to payment gateways — streamlining all operations.
6. Increased Productivity
Time is money. The longer it takes to train staff and install desktop-based software, the more impact it has on your bottom line. Cloud-based hotel management software is user-friendly and extremely easy to learn — new or experienced employees can get the hang of it quickly.
7. Inventory Management and Tracking
Cloud-based software provides real-time inventory tracking — category-wise and room-wise. It keeps an accurate track of your inventory regardless of how many users or channels access the system simultaneously.
Cloud computing adoption is becoming the preferred choice for hoteliers who can see the benefits in managing operations more efficiently. If you're yet to make the switch, you could be missing out on healthier profit margins for your hotel.
