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Product Update·3 min read·February 29, 2024

New FLYR Hospitality Product Feature – Inventory Optimization

Nicole Adair

Nicole Adair

Director of Product

We are excited to unveil a transformative leap in revenue management: FLYR Hospitality’s Inventory Optimization. This innovation is not merely an addition to our suite; it’s a paradigm shift in optimizing revenue strategies, especially in the nuanced area of inventory restrictions.

Unveiling the Core Challenge: Beyond Automation Limitations

The challenge in revenue management extends beyond the narrow confines of automation options. It encompasses a broader issue that automation seeks to address: the intricate balance between maximizing revenue and minimizing manual effort. Traditional approaches left Revenue Managers with two suboptimal choices:

  1. Setting up rigid business rules for auto-applying restrictions, which lack flexibility and responsiveness to market dynamics.
  2. Depending on outdated algorithms that don’t account for the unique and evolving demands of the hospitality industry.

This dilemma highlighted a critical gap—a need for a solution that not only automates the process but does so with an intelligent understanding of market behavior, demand forecasting, and price sensitivity utilising modern technologies.

Our Vision: Seamless Integration of Precision and Automation

Our goal was to transcend traditional algorithmic limitations by crafting a solution that brings together the best of both worlds: the efficiency of automation and the precision of smart decision-making. By automating inventory management with an unparalleled level of accuracy and ease, we aim to empower properties to fully capitalize on their revenue potential, making every decision an opportunity for increased profit.

Redefining Inventory Optimization

Our solution moves beyond traditional methods, introducing a new concept that builds upon our successes with our dynamic pricing product to reach optimal business mix: micro-targeted continuous inventory optimization

This innovative approach not only addresses the limitations of traditional automation but also solves the broader challenge of managing revenue with precision and minimal manual intervention.

Inventory Optimization
Inventory optimization is only possible with full models of the demand as a function of LoS and lead days for all rate plans (three representative rate plans shown). FLYR has been a pioneer in using complex demand modelling for dynamic pricing and is applying these now to dynamically restrict rate plans to maximise revenue.

Innovative Foundations:
Our solution rests on four pillars, each designed to tackle the inherent complexities of revenue management:

  1. Advanced Forecasting: Employing granular forecasting techniques for more accurate and actionable insights.
  2. Dynamic Price Elasticity: Adapting strategies to varying demand and capacity, maximizing revenue opportunities.
  3. Comprehensive Risk Analysis: Leveraging a deep understanding forecast uncertainties, enabling informed decision-making.
  4. Extensive Scenario Evaluation: Harnessing computational power to explore thousands of strategies, identifying the most profitable outcomes.

Maximizing Revenue with Minimal Effort

FLYR’s Inventory Optimization enables properties to manage their inventory not just more strategically, but also more effortlessly. This solution automates the complex decision-making process, from adjusting for high-demand periods to ensuring rate plan parity, all while significantly reducing the need for manual oversight.

Your Invitation to Transform Revenue Management

FLYR’s Inventory Optimization is now accessible to all our partners in hospitality. Getting started is straightforward:

  • Book a Demo: Experience firsthand how our optimization engine can transform your revenue management strategies.
  • Explore Support Resources: Benefit from our comprehensive suite of support materials, designed to enhance your experience with our product.

Take the first step towards redefining your approach to revenue management with FLYR Hospitality’s Inventory Optimization. Contact us for a demo and discover the power of intelligent automation in unlocking your property’s revenue potential.

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