Step 7: Sub Blocks: A Guide to Inventory Source

In the world of event planning with Resiada, 'Sources' play a crucial role in managing accommodations through Sub Blocks. Let's explore what sources are and how they function within this system.

What Are 'Sources'?

In Resiada, 'Sources' refer to the origin or basis of your room inventory in Sub Block management. Sources represent the groupings of hotels and room types that your sub blocks will be able to pull from in order to make reservations. They are not visible to those making reservations. After creating the sources, you can assign them to sub blocks. Source inventory can include rooms from specific contracted hotels or a set of open block rooms.

Setting Up a Source: The Process

1. Accessing Source Setup: Begin by navigating to the 'Inventory Sources' section in the 'Sub Blocks' step of the set up wizard.
2. Choosing the Source Type: Depending on whether contracted and/or open blocks have been enabled, you can select between contracted blocks, open blocks, or a combination of both. A prompt will guide you through selecting the inventory type.
3. Naming and Defaults: Assign a descriptive name to your source for easy identification. You also have the option to set it as a default, which automatically applies it to any new hotel rooms added.
4. Assigning Hotels and Room Types: For contracted sources, you select specific hotels and room types. For open block sources, you choose from a list of hotels from the Global Distribution System (GDS) based on their proximity to the event venue.
5. Assigning to Sub Blocks: Both contracted and open block sources can be linked to any available sub blocks. If no sub blocks are present, you can create a new one.
6. Saving the Source: Once you've configured all settings, click 'Continue,' followed by 'Save' to finalize and save your source setup.

Key Considerations

• Source Types: Understanding the differences between contracted and open block sources is essential for appropriate room allocation and pricing.
• Default Sources: The 'set as default source' option should be used judiciously to avoid unintended assignments.
• Sub Block Assignments: It's important to assign sources to sub blocks accurately for effective reservation management and inventory tracking.

'Sources' in Resiada's Sub Block management system are a foundational aspect of organizing event accommodations. By correctly setting up and managing Sources, event planners can efficiently cater to various accommodation needs and preferences, ensuring a well-organized event.