Integrating your Global Distribution System (GDS) with Tres streamlines the transfer of invoice and ticketing data from Passenger Name Records (PNRs) directly into Tres, enhancing efficiency in accounting, client management, supplier coordination, and reporting.
Interface Overview
Once GDS integration is activated, each issuance of a ticket or invoice generates an interface record. This record, containing pertinent accounting and reservation details from the PNR, is stored in the GDS database and subsequently transmitted to Tres. The data captured is directly related to how it is entered in the PNR.
Uploading and Processing Data
The integration process involves two key steps:
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Uploading: Tres retrieves interface records from a designated directory, reformats them, and displays them in the Trip Import screen for processing. It's crucial to ensure that the client workstation has full file permissions, especially when accessing files over a network.
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Processing: This step merges the interface records into the Tres database, associating each invoice with the appropriate client, supplier, and advisor. The system generates error messages for any discrepancies, allowing users to address undefined profiles. Profiles can be created post-interface as needed.
Capturing Interface Records
Each GDS utilizes specific print managers to generate interface text files:
- Amadeus: Stand Alone Print Emulator (SAPE)
- Sabre: Sabre Java Print Manager (SJPM)
- Travelport+ (Galileo): Galileo Print Manager (GPM)
For optimal performance, it's recommended to run the Tres GDS Upload Utility on the same machine as the GDS print manager. If this isn't feasible, ensure that network access and file sharing are properly configured, without password restrictions, to facilitate seamless file transfers.
For detailed instructions on installing the GDS Uploader, refer to the Install and Configure the Tres GDS Upload Utility guide.
By adhering to these guidelines, your agency can effectively integrate GDS data into Tres, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and data accuracy.