If you want to confirm whether all hotels have submitted their forecasts for the next three months, the steps depend on your access level. If you have access to the Planning module: Open the Live Forecast module Use the Submit Several or Approve Several options under...
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How to confirm that forecast targets are correctly applied
To ensure forecast targets are properly set and reflected in PMI — whether for a coaching session, planning review, or operational check — follow these quick steps: Check the Budget & Forecast Module Go to Budget & Forecast Select the relevant month Confirm...
Live forecast shows zero despite formula setup
Issue: Some accounts in the Live Forecast column show 0 even though formulas exist. This is sometimes seen when: The formula appears present but doesn’t calculate Other months (e.g., June) work correctly while the current month (e.g., May) doesn’t Possible Causes:...
Understanding zero OTB in Flash report
In PMI, the Flash Report provides a daily overview of revenue figures, both actual and forecasted, across all departments. Users may encounter situations where the Flash Report displays zero On the Books (OTB) data for specific dates leading to concerns about data...
Can you activate a Live forecast accuracy report in Power BI?
The PMI system integrates Live forecast accuracy into its PMI Index calculations. Although Live forecast accuracy contributes to the PMI Index, it is not explicitly shown as a separate report in PowerBI.
Why is the hours total different in the table and the graph?
The difference in hours comes down to the type of forecast being displayed: Management Forecast (Table): This is the forecast set manually by management, based on their expectations and strategic goals. It reflects planned hours to meet operational needs. SMART...
Manual changes overwritten at Live forecast import
Legacy PMI System Issue: Pickup column doesn’t “gray out” when importing Live forecasts. Cause: This is the design of the legacy PMI system. Effect: Manual changes in the pickup column will be overwritten with each import. New PMI System Preserving Manual Changes:...
Different hours for similar revenue on different dates can vary!
Recommended hours for similar revenue on different dates can vary due to a combination of factors including the monthly productivity forecast, historical staffing patterns, and other factors recognized by the machine learning capabilities of the SMART forecast.
Enhancing forecast accuracy: Leveraging PMI’s auto forecasts
Discrepancies in the imported Room Night live forecast can impact the generation of live forecasts for arrivals, departures, and stayovers. To address this, it's recommended to utilize PMI's auto forecasts. These forecasts are typically more accurate as they rely on...
Ensuring Up-to-Date Data in PMI Predictions
Understanding when and how PMI prediction data refreshes is key to maintaining accuracy and trust in the system. Here's a brief guide: Data Refresh Cycle: PMI predictions are typically updated automatically at regular intervals. Daily refreshes handle short-term...