In the Hotel Management System (HMS), the Master Setup menu serves as the central hub for configuring key system elements. All submenus within Master Setup include interactive features for data search, validation, and transactions.
1. Billing Code #
Purpose: To create and manage billing codes used for transaction classifications.
Detailed Steps:
- Add New Billing Code:
- Navigate to Master Setup > Billing Code from the left panel.
- Click Add (+) to open the billing code form.
- Complete the form with the following:
- Billing Code: Enter a unique identifier (e.g., “BILL001”).
- Description: Provide a short explanation (e.g., “Room Service Charges”).
- Status: Choose whether the billing code is active (checkbox).
- Click Save to add the new code.
- View Existing Billing Codes:
- Review the displayed list of billing codes, including status, description, and associated information.
- Use the search bar to filter results or locate specific codes.
- Edit Billing Code:
- Select the code you want to update by clicking Edit (pencil icon).
- Modify fields like Description or toggle the Status to Active/Inactive.
- Click Save to save changes.
2. Post Code #
Purpose: To manage financial transaction classifications.
Detailed Steps:
- Add New Post Code:
- Go to Master Setup > Post Code.
- Click Add (+) to open the post code creation form.
- Fill in fields such as:
- Post Code: Enter a unique identifier (e.g., “POST001”).
- Type: Choose the category (Revenue, Payment).
- Billing Code: Link it to an existing billing code.
- Tax Information: Specify Tax Percentage, Local Tax, or Service Charge options if applicable.
- Click Save to finalize the new code.
- Edit Existing Post Code:
- Locate the desired code from the list.
- Click Edit (pencil icon) to update its details.
- Adjust financial attributes or billing associations.
- Save changes to update the record.
3. Item Code #
Purpose: To assign unique identifiers to hotel products and services.
Detailed Steps:
- Add New Item Code:
- Select Master Setup > Item Code.
- Click Add (+) to open the form.
- Input:
- Item Code: Assign a unique code (e.g., “ITEM123”).
- Post Code: Link it to a post code for financial tracking.
- Description: Provide details about the item (e.g., “Luxury Spa Package”).
- Optional Fields:
- Sales: Input expected sales amount.
- Cost: Add operational costs for the item.
- Save the item data.
- Edit Item Code:
- Select the item from the displayed list.
- Click Edit to make changes to any field.
- Save the updated item.
4. Payment Setup #
Purpose: To configure payment methods accepted by the hotel.
Detailed Steps:
- Add New Payment Method:
- Open Master Setup > Payment Setup.
- Click Add (+).
- Fill required fields:
- Payment Type: Specify the payment method (e.g., Credit Card).
- Type of Payment: Select (e.g., Prepaid, Postpaid).
- Optional Fields:
- Voucher: Specify if vouchers are applicable.
- Surcharge Type/Percentage: Input additional fees for the method.
- Save the payment setup.
- Edit Payment Method:
- Select an existing method and click Edit.
- Modify attributes such as surcharges or payment type.
- Save the updates.
5. GL Code #
Purpose: To set general ledger codes for accounting purposes.
Detailed Steps:
- Add New GL Code:
- Go to Master Setup > GL Code.
- Click Add (+).
- Fill in the required details:
- GL Code: Enter a unique identifier (e.g., “GL001”).
- Description: Briefly describe its purpose.
- Save the GL Code.
- Edit GL Code:
- Select an existing GL Code.
- Click Edit to update fields like Description or Status.
- Save the changes.
6. Room Type Grouping #
Purpose: To group similar room types into categories.
Detailed Steps:
- Add New Grouping:
- Navigate to Master Setup > Room Type Grouping.
- Click Add (+).
- Enter:
- Group Name: E.g., “Deluxe Rooms”.
- Description: Optional details about the grouping.
- Save the grouping.
- Edit Grouping:
- Select an existing grouping.
- Click Edit to modify its name or description.
- Save changes.
7. Room Type #
Purpose: To define the types of rooms available in the hotel.
Detailed Steps:
- Add New Room Type:
- Select Master Setup > Room Type.
- Click Add (+).
- Complete:
- Room Type Name: E.g., “Executive Suite”.
- Rate: Price for the room type.
- Description: Include unique features (e.g., “Ocean View”).
- Group: Assign it to a Room Type Grouping.
- Save the room type.
- Edit Room Type:
- Select an existing room type.
- Update fields and save.
8. Room Configurator #
Purpose: To customize room preferences like smoking or non-smoking.
Detailed Steps:
- Add New Configuration:
- Navigate to Master Setup > Room Configurator.
- Click Add (+).
- Fill in fields:
- Configuration Name: Specify the type (e.g., “Smoking”).
- Save the configuration.
- Edit Configuration:
- Select the configuration from the list.
- Update fields like the configuration name.
- Save changes.
9. Master Area #
Purpose: To manage and configure major areas of the hotel, such as restaurants, bars, and spas.
Detailed Steps:
- Add New Area:
- Navigate to Master Setup > Master Area.
- Click Add (+) to open the form.
- Fill in the required fields:
- Area Name: Enter the name of the area (e.g., “Spa”).
- Building: Select the building where the area is located.
- Floor: Choose the floor of the building for the area.
- Description: Optional details about the area (e.g., “Exclusive spa with sauna facilities”).
- Click Save to add the new area.
- View Existing Areas:
- Review the list of areas along with their assigned buildings and floors.
- Use the search bar to quickly locate a specific area.
- Edit Area Details:
- Select an area from the list and click Edit (pencil icon).
- Modify fields such as the area name, building, floor, or description.
- Click Save to apply the changes.
- Deactivate Area:
- Use the Status toggle to deactivate the area, making it unavailable for operations.
10. Building #
Purpose: To organize and maintain data about the hotel’s buildings or blocks.
Detailed Steps:
- Add New Building:
- Navigate to Master Setup > Building.
- Click Add (+) to open the building form.
- Fill in the fields:
- Building Name: Enter the name (e.g., “Main Tower”).
- Description: Include optional details (e.g., “12-floor central building with conference halls”).
- Click Save to add the building.
- View Building Details:
- Browse the list of buildings with their names and descriptions.
- Use the search bar for quick filtering.
- Edit Building:
- Select a building from the list and click Edit (pencil icon).
- Update fields such as the building name or description.
- Save the changes.
- Deactivate Building:
- Use the Status toggle to mark the building as inactive.
11. Floor #
Purpose: To manage information about floors within a hotel building.
Detailed Steps:
- Add New Floor:
- Navigate to Master Setup > Floor.
- Click Add (+) to open the form.
- Enter:
- Floor Number: Specify the floor (e.g., “2” for the second floor).
- Description: Optional field for additional details (e.g., “Executive suites floor”).
- Click Save to add the floor.
- View Floors:
- The list displays floor numbers and associated descriptions.
- Search functionality is available for filtering.
- Edit Floor:
- Select a floor from the list and click Edit (pencil icon).
- Update fields as needed.
- Save changes.
- Deactivate Floor:
- Use the Status toggle to deactivate a floor if it’s unavailable.