Dynamic Allocations: Use First and Use Last

Successful and competitive online distribution requires effective methods to control which target groups can book which inventory at which time. Dynamic allocations in Hotel Manager help you master this task.

What are the characteristics of a dynamic allocations? By setting parameters, you decide when the system should automatically activate and release the allocations. The latest Seekda update adds two very useful options to dynamic allocations: Use First and Use Last.

Use First: Do you have a commitment to a channel to keep at least a certain number of rooms available, for example at least 2 rooms for Expedia? Then Use First is right for you. As soon as the minimum number of rooms is sold, the channel is treated equally to all others, i.e. the assignment is only active until the 2 rooms are booked by Expedia.

Use Last: Use this function to reserve the last available rooms (e.g. 3 for direct bookings). The allocation is active only when there are 3 or less rooms left in total.

Use the new Use Last option to increase the appeal of your direct channel and convince travelers to book directly. Bookers will be attracted if they can be sure to find the last available room on your own website. With the Use Last option, you can easily deliver on this promise!

Want to make sure no room is left empty? Use the room release rule (e.g. based on lead time) to automatically release a room allotment to all channels a few days before arrival, in case your direct channel is not able to use the entire allotment.

In the Hotel Manager, under the menu item Help > Documentation, you can learn more about how Use Last and Use First work for dynamic allotments.

Media Share

Discover related posts

Explore more relevant content from our blog archive.

Join our newsletter

Stay in the know with our latest product updates and industry insights.


    Become a Seekda Partner

    As a partner, you’ll have the opportunity to work with one of the leading hotel tech companies and position yourself as an expert in the industry. Join Seekda as a partner and elevate your business with our cutting-edge hotel technology solutions.


      By pressing the submit button I agree that my personal data will be processed in accordance with Seekda's Privacy Policy.*

      Werden Sie Partner

      Als Partner haben Sie die Möglichkeit, mit einem der führenden Hoteltechnologieunternehmen zusammenzuarbeiten und sich als Experte in der Branche zu positionieren. Schließen Sie sich Seekda als Partner an und verbessern Sie Ihr Geschäft mit unseren innovativen Hoteltechnologielösungen.


        By pressing the submit button I agree that my personal data will be processed in accordance with Seekda's Privacy Policy.*

        Book a Demo

        Are you ready to take your hotel to the next level? Book a personalized demo with one of our experts to see how Seekda’s innovative solutions can help you increase bookings, streamline operations, and boost revenue.


          By pressing the submit button I agree that my personal data will be processed in accordance with Seekda's Privacy Policy.*

          seekda platform
          Seekda Inside
          seekda platform
          SEEKDA INSIDE