2024.03 Release Notes

Projects System Updates

Who it affects:

• Customers who are actively using the Projects system in Softrip NEXT

Why we care:

• The projects system is a feature that is available to any customer to purchase. This platform provides users to track contract correspondences with their suppliers and automatically create the supplier details in the Product Screen in Softrip.

• These changes allow users to use the projects feature for both groups and set departures.

Summary

Softrip has implemented several enhancements to the Projects system to streamline the process of handling amendments, including date changes, inventory adjustments, and rate modifications. These updates aim to improve efficiency and ease of use for users managing group bookings.

Key Changes:

1. Project System Updates for Date Changes:

   • When modifying the departure date on a group header, Softrip will now automatically update related project data if a project exists.

   • Changes include updating product details, supplier services, rates, and inventory based on the new departure date.

   • Original departure date information is stored in additional data for reference in amendment letters.

2. Supplier Inventory Request Improvements:

   • Softrip has enhanced the Supplier Summary screen to allow requesting different room counts from multiple suppliers on the same day.

   • Users can now request inventory and rates at the supplier level, providing more flexibility for large group bookings.

   • Requested inventory and rates are saved directly to project inventory and rates tables, ensuring accurate tracking.

3. Amendment Email Functionality:

   • A new email option, "Amendment," has been added to the Supplier Requests screen within the Projects system.

   • This option allows users to send amendment letters to suppliers, facilitating communication for changes in dates, inventory, or rates.

   • The email subject and body are generated automatically, providing details of the original request and the proposed changes.

Additional Details:

• These enhancements are designed to simplify the process of managing amendments during the contracting phase, ensuring seamless communication and updates with suppliers.

• Users can now efficiently handle date changes, inventory requests, and rate adjustments within the Softrip Projects feature, enhancing overall workflow efficiency.

Brand ID in Product

Who it affects:

• Anyone using Product NEXT and anyone who has multiple brands.

Why we care:

• Clearer information and quicker identification for our users.

Summary

Softrip has enhanced the Products grid within the Back Office application to address a gap identified by users. This update introduces the addition of the Brand ID column, providing users with valuable brand information directly within the Products screen.

Key Changes:

1. Brand ID Column Addition:

   • Softrip has added the Brand ID column to the Products grid in the Back Office application.

   • The column is displayed after the description column by default.

   • For custom products (ProductType = C), the Brand ID value is sourced from ResGeneral.BrandID.

   • The column remains empty for all other product types.

   • Users can enable or disable the Brand ID column via the screen’s Grid Settings.

   • The column is not editable and does not support mass changes.

Additional Details:

• This enhancement aims to improve usability and visibility within the Back Office application, providing users with essential brand details directly on the Products screen.

• Users can easily enable or disable the Brand ID column based on their preferences, ensuring a customized viewing experience.

Acceptance Criteria:

• The Brand ID column will be displayed in the Products grid by default if not customized in the Grid Settings.

• Users can choose to display or hide the Brand ID column via the Products Grid Setting.

• For custom products, the Brand ID column will display the corresponding brand ID from ResGeneral.BrandID.

• Non-custom products will show a blank value in the Brand ID column.

Note: This enhancement applies to all users of the Softrip Back Office application, providing improved accessibility to essential product information.

Reservation NEXT removing passengers

Who it affects:

• Reservations NEXT platform

Why we care:

• Provides users with the ability to make quick changes and updates in reservations.

Summary

To streamline operations within the SoftripNext back-office, users can now easily add and remove passengers directly from the Reservations Passengers screen. This update addresses a necessary functionality gap, providing users with essential tools for daily operations.

Key Changes:

1. Add and Remove Passenger Support:

   • SoftripNext back-office now supports adding and removing passengers directly from the Reservations Passengers screen.

   • Users can seamlessly perform these operations, enhancing efficiency and usability within the platform.

Use/Test Cases:

• Log in to reservations and open a reservation.

• Navigate to the Passengers Page.

• Utilize the "Add Passenger" button and verify if the passenger is added as an empty passenger.

• Use the "Delete Passenger" button and ensure the selected passenger is successfully removed.

Softrip Implementation:

• The "Add/Remove Passengers" action menu item has been removed.

• Two new buttons have been added to the passenger page:

  • "Delete Passenger": Located next to each Passenger’s header.

  • "Add Passenger": Positioned at the bottom of the page next to the “Save” button.

Additional Details:

• This enhancement simplifies passenger management tasks within the SoftripNext back-office, providing users with intuitive tools for adding and removing passengers from reservations.

• Users can now efficiently perform daily operations, contributing to a smoother workflow and improved user experience.

Note: These enhancements are available to all users of the SoftripNext back-office.