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Maintenance request routing and tracking

Automatically routes maintenance requests from guests or staff to appropriate technicians and tracks completion status through real-time updates. Reduces response times and ensures proper escalation for urgent issues affecting guest satisfaction.

Workflow Trigger

Guest submits maintenance request through hotel app or staff reports issue via property management system.

Visual Flow

Each node represents an automated step. Connections show how data and decisions move through the workflow.

Step-by-Step Breakdown

Detailed explanation of each automated stage in the workflow.

  1. 1
    Trigger

    Receive maintenance request

    Guest or staff submits maintenance issue through Opera PMS guest services module or mobile app. System captures room number, issue type, and urgency level.

  2. 2
    Decision

    Assess request urgency level

    AI evaluates issue severity based on keywords, room type, and guest status to determine priority. Critical issues like water leaks or AC failures in occupied rooms get highest priority.

  3. 3
    Action

    Create and assign work order

    System generates detailed work order in HotSOS with room details and guest preferences. Automatically assigns to available technician based on skill set and current workload.

  4. 4
    Action

    Send notifications to stakeholders

    Automated alerts sent to assigned technician, housekeeping supervisor, and front desk via Salesforce Service Cloud. Guest receives acknowledgment with estimated completion time.

  5. 5
    Action

    Track progress and updates

    Real-time status updates from technician mobile app sync with HotSOS work order system. Automatic escalation triggered if SLA timeframes are exceeded.

  6. 6
    Action

    Verify completion and quality

    System prompts housekeeping for quality inspection and guest satisfaction confirmation. Updates room status in Opera PMS once work is verified complete.

  7. 7
    Output

    Generate completion report

    Final work order report with completion time, costs, and guest feedback automatically filed. Maintenance history updated for future reference and trend analysis.

Outputs

  • Completed work order with time stamps
  • Guest satisfaction rating
  • Maintenance cost tracking report
  • Updated room status in PMS

Key Metrics

  • Average response time to maintenance requests
  • First-time fix rate percentage
  • Guest satisfaction scores for maintenance issues
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