Glosario Revenue Management

Forecasting

Definición

A forecast is a very valuable tool for revenue managers and hoteliers, as it is used to predict future demand, revenue, occupancy and other key performance metrics, over a set period of time. Forecasts combine historical data, market analysis, booking trends, and advanced analytics to provide accurate and actionable insights which help hoteliers develop more effective revenue management strategies, create more accurate budgets and make data-based decisions about staffing and other operational planning.

Cómo utilizarlo

The key elements of a forecast are:

1 - Occupancy Forecast Predicts the percentage of available rooms that will be occupied over a specific period. This information is useful for future planning on operational issues, including staffing, housekeeping, etc.

2 - Revenue Forecast Estimates future revenue based on expected room sales, average daily rate (ADR) and other non-room revenue streams, including food and beverage, spa services, events, etc. This information is particularly useful in budgeting and developing accurate revenue management strategies.

3 - Demand Forecast Estimates the number of guests and/or room nights expected at the property over a set period of time. This information is useful in establishing more accurate rates, as it acts as a reflection of upcoming market demand.

4 - ADR Forecast Estimates the average rate at which rooms will be sold over a set period of time, which is useful for setting pricing strategies which maximise RevPAR.

5 - RevPAR Forecast Predicts revenue generated per available room, combining occupancy and ADR. This information is a key indicator of the hotel's overall performance and profitability.

Fórmula

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Términos relacionados

ADR, RevPAR, Occupancy, Revenue Management, Revenue Management Strategy, Dynamic Pricing, RMS, Revenue Management System
“There are so many benefits to using forecasting to support your pricing and distribution strategy, including more accurate strategic pricing recommendations, improved operational efficiency, more accurate financial planning, the ability to develop more strategic/targeted marketing campaigns to boost ROI on your marketing spend, and more effective long-term strategic planning. As you can see, there is no downside for your property in implementing an automated pricing solution to create more effective forecasts and improve your property’s overall profitability.”

José Miranda

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