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ICR

IDeaS

Provides yield management solutions to help hotels and resorts worldwide receive measurable, consistent, and repeatable value.

IIDS

Information Management Systems (IMS)

A computer-based application that increases efficiency and optimizes planning, controlling and reporting processes. It offers a huge time-saving potential and enables users to focus their attention on other important tasks, which cannot be standardized.

Interface

Internet Booking Engine (IBE)

An application which helps the travel and tourism industry support reservation through the Internet. It helps consumers to book flights, hotels, holiday packages, insurance and other services online.

Internet Distribution System (IDS)

A software application used as a collection of online reservation systems and/or travel portals, specialized in Internet-related services such as online travel marketing.

Inventory

Lists hotel rooms and their current status (released, sold, open, closed)

Inventory Management

IT Audit

The process of collecting and evaluating evidence of an organization's information systems, practices, and operations.