I already have a website. Why do I need you?

TRAFFIC AND ENGINEERING: If you are looking to increase your exposure and bookings, we can help. If you want an efficient booking system that presents a favorable impression to potential guests, we can help. And if you want to accomplish all these things in a cost-effective way, we can help. It's about YOU helping your customers and INNsystems helping you.

Where will my property be promoted on the web?

LOTS OF PLACES - MORE EVERY DAY: We are constantly growing our network of affiliated sites, portals and links to improve the visibility of our client lodging properties. At this moment, we are gathering considerable momentum as new tourism, municipal and economic development agencies sign up. And with momentum comes synergy and referrals- and more momentum. As people become accustomed to booking their accommodation on the Internet around their passions (sports, arts, beaches, etc…) we'll be there with you at the moment of opportunity.

Why is encryption so important?

SECURITY: Clearly, the best way to secure a reservation is with a credit card. A secured path- encrypted to Verisign standards prevents problems and offers the client peace of mind in making the reservation- thus encouraging them to complete the transaction.

Why is a reservation form superior to an e-mail note from me?

EFFICIENCY FOR THE PROPERTY AND THE PROSPECT: The prospect-guest-client's sense that they are in fact doing business as opposed to making inquiries, thus encouraging them to take the next logical step in shopping for a hotel room- placing the order before they change their mind or your competitor closes the sale. It closes the sale immediately and gets the business before additional research takes the prospect to another solution. It moves the customer from looking to booking immediately. There is no time gap between inquiring and waiting for confirmation.

How does pricing work with reservations generated through my own web site?

Our normal charge of $5.00 per reserved night is reduced to $2.50 per reserved night on any transaction generated by your site that is processed through the INNsystems Reservation Network.

Why your system?

Aside from the Top 10 Reasons, the best reason we can give you is that our company is a mix of experienced lodging people and tech people. We sat down and said here's the opportunity, here's what a property owner or staff would like and here are the issues involved in turning a browser into a buyer. The tech people told us what was involved in getting it to do what we wanted it to do. Then we all got to work.

I have a portal that might be a logical partner or affiliate. What's in it for me?

One. Significant value added to your site. Two. Cash. We pay an affiliate or referral fee on every transaction generated through your portal or site. Three. Opportunity for linkages and cross selling

Can I get an "exclusive" for my area?

Sorry, but no. We tend to believe that there is something to be said for co-optition (a mix of competition, co-operation and critical mass) in an area. Having a number of properties on-line creates a positive synergy and offers consumers a choice. You can, however, get a strategic advantage by putting some careful thought into your listing, your price points, your service and replying promptly to reservations you receive