--- title: Softinn Blog | Farisya (5) description: Softinn writes about the latest hotel technologies and practices. (5) image: https://page.mysoftinn.com/hubfs/softinn-metronic-theme/softinn-website-header.png --- [![Softinn](https://page.mysoftinn.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/softinn-metronic-theme/images/logo/softinn-logo/softinn-logo-main-with-mascot.svg)](https://www.mysoftinn.com) - Products - [Property Management System](https://www.mysoftinn.com/hotel-pms-front-desk-system) - [Booking Engine](https://www.mysoftinn.com/hotel-booking-engine) - [Hotel Website CMS](https://www.mysoftinn.com/hotel-website-cms) - [Hotel Channel Manager](https://www.mysoftinn.com/hotel-channel-manager) - [Hotel Kiosk](https://www.mysoftinn.com/hotel-kiosk) - [AI New](https://www.mysoftinn.com/ai) - Segments - [Independent Boutique Hotel](https://www.mysoftinn.com/boutique-hotel-management-system) - [Hotel Chains](https://www.mysoftinn.com/hotel-chain-management-system) - [Resort & Villa](https://www.mysoftinn.com/resort-management-system) - [Short-Term Vacation Rental](https://www.mysoftinn.com/airbnb-short-term-rental-property-management-software) - [Campsite](https://www.mysoftinn.com/campsite-management-system) - [Airport Hotel](https://www.mysoftinn.com/airport-hotel-management-system) - Roles - [Admin & Owner](https://www.mysoftinn.com/hotel-owner) - [Manager](https://www.mysoftinn.com/hotel-manager) - [Front Desk](https://www.mysoftinn.com/hotel-front-desk-receptionist) - [Housekeeping](https://www.mysoftinn.com/hotel-housekeeper) - [Maintenance](https://www.mysoftinn.com/hotel-maintenance-technician) - [Finance](https://www.mysoftinn.com/hotel-finance-accountant) - [Marketing and Sales](https://www.mysoftinn.com/hotel-marketing-sales) - Resources - [Knowledge Base](https://blog.mysoftinn.com) - [E-books](https://page.mysoftinn.com/guide-and-resources?hsLang=en-my) - [Product Training](https://page.mysoftinn.com/softinn-product-training-session?hsLang=en-my) - [Blog & Articles](https://page.mysoftinn.com/en) - [Product Updates](https://blog.mysoftinn.com/category/product-updates/) - [Partner & Integration](https://www.mysoftinn.com/integrations) - Company - [About Softinn](https://www.mysoftinn.com/about-us) - [Contact Us](https://www.mysoftinn.com/contact-us) - [Careers](https://page.mysoftinn.com/careers?hsLang=en-my) - [Pricing](https://www.mysoftinn.com/pricing) [Free Trial](https://page.mysoftinn.com/softinn-signup-form?hsLang=en-my) [Login](https://www.mysoftinn.com/login) # Blog Home - [Home](https://www.mysoftinn.com/) - [Blog](https://page.mysoftinn.com/en/all) ### Latest Articles, News & Updates Search ![Hotel Booking Engine: Understanding the Fundamentals](https://page.mysoftinn.com/hubfs/83.png) ## [Hotel Booking Engine: Understanding the Fundamentals](https://page.mysoftinn.com/en/hotel-booking-engine-understanding-the-fundamentals) In this evolving era where technology is designed to help and simplify day-to-day life, the hotel industry has also undergone a lot of transformation. With the rise of Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) an... ![Farisya](https://page.mysoftinn.com/hubfs/download.png) Farisya on 04 Mar 2024 DIRECT BOOKING #### [Hotel Booking Engine & Channel Manager: How does it works?](https://page.mysoftinn.com/en/hotel-booking-engine-channel-manager-how-does-it-works) Ever wondered how hotels effortlessly manage bookings and keep everything in sync? The secret lies in two powerful tools – hotel booking engines and c... ![Farisya](https://page.mysoftinn.com/hubfs/download.png) Farisya on 15 Jan 2024 HOTEL CHANNEL MANAGER #### [Malaysia E-Invoicing: What Hoteliers Need to Know](https://page.mysoftinn.com/en/malaysia-e-invoicing-what-hoteliers-need-to-know) In May 2023, the Malaysian Inland Revenue Board (IRB) officially declared its intention to implement the new electronic invoicing (e-invoice) system, ... ![Farisya](https://page.mysoftinn.com/hubfs/download.png) Farisya on 05 Jan 2024 HOTEL CHANNEL MANAGER #### [Malaysia's 8% SST in 2024 – Insights for Hoteliers](https://page.mysoftinn.com/en/malaysia-sst-increase-in-2024) ~Updated on 19th February 2024~ In response to the recent announcement in Malaysia's Budget 2024 presented in Parliament, a significant development is... ![Farisya](https://page.mysoftinn.com/hubfs/download.png) Farisya on 28 Dec 2023 HOTEL CHANNEL MANAGER ### Blog Posts [View All Posts](https://page.mysoftinn.com/en/author/farisya/page/2) [![Value Added Tax (VAT) for hotels in the Philippines: FAQs included](https://page.mysoftinn.com/hubfs/6-Aug-30-2023-03-00-04-3582-AM.png)](https://page.mysoftinn.com/en/philippines-hotel-tax-value-added-tax-vat) #### [Value Added Tax (VAT) for hotels in the Philippines: FAQs included](https://page.mysoftinn.com/en/philippines-hotel-tax-value-added-tax-vat) In many countries, including the Philippines, hotels often collect various taxes and fees from their guests. These taxes are typically imposed by the government and are meant to generate revenue for l... ![Farisya](https://page.mysoftinn.com/hubfs/download.png) Farisya on 30 Aug 2023 [Read More](https://page.mysoftinn.com/en/philippines-hotel-tax-value-added-tax-vat) [![How to Filter and Label Hotel Bookings Email on Gmail](https://page.mysoftinn.com/hubfs/3-Aug-04-2023-03-42-23-7236-AM.png)](https://page.mysoftinn.com/en/how-to-filter-and-label-hotel-bookings-email-on-gmail) #### [How to Filter and Label Hotel Bookings Email on Gmail](https://page.mysoftinn.com/en/how-to-filter-and-label-hotel-bookings-email-on-gmail) If you are tired of sifting through a mountain of emails every morning, this simple technique will help you stay organized and ensure that important messages don't go unnoticed. ![Farisya](https://page.mysoftinn.com/hubfs/download.png) Farisya on 04 Aug 2023 [Read More](https://page.mysoftinn.com/en/how-to-filter-and-label-hotel-bookings-email-on-gmail) [![airbnb booking system](https://page.mysoftinn.com/hubfs/Blog/Header%20Airbnb%20booking%20system.png)](https://page.mysoftinn.com/en/airbnb-booking-system) #### [Airbnb Booking System](https://page.mysoftinn.com/en/airbnb-booking-system) Many guests, especially the regulars, call the host to make a booking. This is good for the business. However, the host will end up answering tons of phone inquiries regardless of the time. 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