Inventory Management Program – Online account management tools
Preferred Corporate Housing is one of the only temporary housing companies that provides customers with a suite of comprehensive tools to manage their temporary housing needs. Our corporate clients are provided with their own dynamic temporary housing website, which acts as a gateway for initiating, tracking, and managing their company’s utilization of our services.
National Account clients are able to view in real time:
- Submit new housing requests nationwide
- Check the status of any corporate housing request made
- View your company’s current housing inventory, including resident name, unit details, proposed move-out date, and more
- Access customized move-in packets for each account
- View online billing information, including invoices, receipts, and account statements
- Access our maintenance manager to submit and track maintenance or customer service requests
Having control of corporate housing inventory is essential for corporate clients due to several key reasons.
Firstly, control allows corporate clients to tailor their housing solutions to meet specific needs and requirements. Each organization has unique policies, preferences, and budgets when it comes to temporary housing. By managing their inventory, clients can select housing options that align with their criteria, ensuring the accommodations provided to employees or executives meet established standards and reflect corporate culture and values.
Secondly, control offers flexibility and agility in managing employee relocations or temporary assignments. Business needs can change rapidly, requiring adjustments in housing arrangements. With control over inventory, corporate clients can easily extend or shorten stays, accommodate additional team members, or relocate employees to different locations. This flexibility minimizes disruptions and supports productivity.
Additionally, control of corporate housing inventory supports cost-effectiveness and cost control. Clients can negotiate favorable rates and terms directly, implement long-term agreements or bulk bookings, and track housing expenses accurately. This enables better financial planning and reporting while optimizing the overall housing budget.
Furthermore, having control fosters a sense of ownership and accountability. Corporate clients can establish consistent standards and quality expectations for their housing inventory, ensuring employees are provided with comfortable and suitable accommodations. With clear policies and oversight, clients can address concerns promptly, maintain satisfaction, and monitor provider performance against agreed-upon service levels.
In short, having control of corporate housing inventory empowers corporate clients to customize the housing experience, adapt to changing needs, manage costs effectively, and maintain accountability. This control enables organizations to align housing solutions with their requirements, promote flexibility, and support the success of temporary assignments and relocations.
If you would like more information on establishing a National Account or to schedule an Inventory Management demonstration, please email our National Accounts Department or call us at 800-960-0102.
Michelle Velasquez
Director of Business Development
Preferred Corporate Housing
800-960-0102 ext 21