Note: Continue to manage enhanced rate management features (for example, policy-based rates) using the Rate Setup tab
Rate Wizard guides you through the rate plan build process and enables you to quickly build a rate plan with minimal data entry. The rate wizard also collects or creates the appropriate channel distribution information to support the automated creation and updating of rate plans in the GDS and other distribution channels.
You can also use the rate wizard to modify rates for an existing rate plan, or update any existing rate plan information without affecting the rates.
To build a rate plan, follow the Rate Wizard using each screen listed below, in the order you see below.
To update an existing rate plan type, select the screen that you want to use to update the plan and follow the procedures associated with that screen. When updating, you must still use the Rate Summary/Completion screen to save your changes.
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Note: Continue to manage enhanced rate management features (for example, policy-based rates) using the Rate Setup tab |
Before using the Rate Wizard to build your rate plans, you must have your room codes.
Before building contracted rates (i.e., negotiated, consortia), you must have contracts created that can be assigned to the rate. You will not be able to proceed with your rate plan without one. See Adding a Contract.
Each screen in the wizard has a series of steps that must be performed in the screen before moving on. Read all steps carefully before proceeding to the next screen.
Step 1: Defining a Rate Plan (Using the Build Rate Plan Screen)
Step 2: Defining Policies and Rate Calculations (Using the Controls Screen)
Step 3: Pairing Room Types with Plans (Using the Room Types Screen)
Step 4: Entering Rates (Using the Rates Screen)
Step 5 Setting GDS Rate Category and Attaching Contracts (Using the Contracts Screen)
Step 6: Creating Distribution Channel References (Using the Channels Screen)
Step 7: Reviewing Rate Plan Setup (Using the Rate Summary/Completion Screen)