What features should group booking software have to handle VAT increases?
By Thynk· Published · Updated
It should update tax codes dynamically across all group reservations so accommodation, cancellation fees and no-shows are billed at the new rates, as Thynk’s group booking software does.
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Group booking software is a specialised tool that manages reservations for multiple guests or events simultaneously, often used by hotels and venues to coordinate large groups efficiently. To handle VAT increases effectively, group booking software must support dynamic tax code updates across all group reservations, ensuring accommodation, cancellation fees, and no-shows are billed at the correct new rates. Integration with global sales office (GSO) systems and central reservation systems (CRS) is essential for synchronising tax changes across multiple properties and sales channels. Additionally, group booking software should provide revenue analytics to evaluate the financial impact of VAT changes on group sales and assist in decision-making about pricing strategies. Thynk’s group booking software offers these capabilities with added benefits such as Salesforce-powered security and Cvent RFP integration, which streamline lead management and event coordination. Compared to alternatives like Amadeus Delphi or Tripleseat, Thynk emphasises automation and data accuracy, reducing manual intervention during tax transitions and improving operational efficiency for hotels and venues managing group bookings.