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THRev: Time to Escape Offline Traps and Transition to a Modern PMS

Previously, we discussed in our article "From No-System Era to Digital Age" how hotel management has evolved significantly. Today, we delve deeper into one crucial topic: the PMS (Property Management System), a tool that has revolutionized hotel operations.

Looking Back at the Era of Manual Processes

Before PMS systems, many hotels relied heavily on Excel or even handwritten logs, particularly smaller hotels or long-established ones. This system might seem simple and easy to use without requiring new learning.

However, familiarity often becomes a “trap” that prevents organizations from unlocking their full potential.

Pros and Cons of Offline Systems: Easy to Understand but Outdated

✔️ Benefits of Excel or Handwritten Logs

• Minimal investment, suitable for newly opened hotels
• Easy to use and widely understood
• No internet dependency

❌ Overlooked Drawbacks

• Disorganized data leading to errors even after updates
• Risk of overbooking without realizing it
• Inability to integrate with OTA or online booking channels
• Time-consuming manual revenue and sales reports
• Limited capability to analyze customer data for marketing

 

What Can PMS Do? Why Is It So Important?

Modern PMS systems, especially Cloud-based ones, are designed to make hotel operations simpler, faster, and smarter. Whether for small or large hotels, these systems centralize everything in one place.

Examples include:
• Real-time room status updates to avoid guessing room availability
• Reduced booking errors to prevent overbooking
• Automatic OTA integrations with platforms like Booking, Agoda, and Expedia
• Accurate financial management
• Secure customer data storage for promotions and CRM initiatives

Additionally, some systems come with advanced features like mobile self-check-in, customer service chatbots, or automated housekeeping schedules, enabling staff to focus more on customer care.

 

The Time to Choose: Will You “Survive” or “Thrive”?

We are not saying Excel is bad or manual logs are outdated. Every system has its time. However, as the world evolves and traveler behavior changes, hotels sticking to outdated methods risk falling behind customer expectations.

If we view PMS as merely an “expense,” it might not seem worthwhile at first. But if seen as an “investment” for long-term sustainability and competitiveness, it’s something to start today, not tomorrow.

 

THRev believes that hotels ready to embrace digital transformation are those poised for stable growth in an era of rapid customer changes.

If you’re looking for a PMS system that fits your hotel’s size and budget or still unsure whether to make the switch, THRev is here to guide and advise you further.