Essentially, every computer system, even a highly specialized one, should have a demo for appropriate testing. Just as shoes and clothes are tried on before making a final decision, IT solutions should be tested before being implemented in a company—or in our case, a lodging facility—to ensure that subsequent work is as convenient and efficient as possible. A trial version of hotel software must also meet certain requirements to properly fulfill its role.
Of course, software producers would love to see demos as the perfect incentive to purchase, the ultimate form of advertising. Of course, that's not how it works. The same could be said for users of such systems, who often treat demos like free applications like open source and/or freeware. They can use them as they please, reap the benefits and profits, and not incur even the slightest cost. It's not about paying for a trial version of a hotel software—in fact, such a thing is strictly forbidden. It's important to realize that a demo provides a more general idea of the capabilities than an extremely difficult test in "combat" conditions.
Guesthouse with a pool at the South Pole for 100 guests
The subtitle is obviously an exaggeration, but it quite accurately reflects the nature of such reception system tests. Its "demonstrative nature" is primarily demonstrated by the fact that it simulates work at a completely fictitious resort, which in reality has no real functioning. Such a trial version of a hotel program has a perfectly reasonable justification. Firstly, the system configuration process is tedious and lengthy, downright off-putting for the average user, and setting the price list, room characteristics, and many other parameters for each individual is – for economic reasons – completely unprofitable for the developers. Secondly, such a fictitious facility is needed to test network modules, which a modern hotel program simply must have. A prime example is connection with booking.com.
Maintaining full functionality
An extremely important issue in the demo of a system that is supposed to help receptionists, people responsible for cleaning, the kitchen, and managers of the entire tourist enterprise... In a NFHotel like this, there is a scheduler, a reservation creator, and it is interactive cleaning module denoting rooms requiring attention, is everyday report food for preparation (based on occupancy and purchased options), advanced statistics, and a finance section. Using the trial version of this hotel software, you get insight into all available options. Upon request, you can also check the administration panel, including room settings, standards, pricing, and so on. If a demo blocks entire modules, it seems highly suspicious.
Access anytime, anywhere
Another requirement for a trial version of a computer system is that it's not always possible to find enough free time to thoroughly test the software for a week. And if access expired after that time, the entire demo period would be completely ineffective. Therefore, a trial version of a hotel software should run for a long time, which is easiest to achieve with cloud-based systems. Enter your login and password, browse for a while, log out, and return to the program later on a completely different device (computer, smartphone, laptop, tablet), in a completely different corner of the country. With desktop applications, the user is limited to a single device.
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