Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Why would a hotel want this?
  2. What benefit is there selling this to a casino?
  3. If there is no casino attached what other options should I promote to my prospect?
  4. My prospect has HP printers now. Will they work?
  5. What other options or benefits can I add to the key card?
  6. My prospect has pre-registered guests and walk in traffic. Will this system still work?
  7. Are other integrated products available?
  8. Are there other opportunities in the hotel market?
  9. What about the folder sealer equipment? I don’t know anything about that?
  10. What are the biggest advantages I should mention to my client regarding this concept?
  11. Does Ward/Kraft make other hotel check-in folios?

Why would a hotel want this?

Most hotels reservations are in advance of the stay so the registration folio can be printed, folded and sealed in advance reducing the time it takes for check in.


What benefit is there selling this to a casino?

Casino’s have very intelligent databases so the personalized message can reference previous stays or welcome back messages. Also, the pull tab portion can carry a personalized amount based on the frequency of the guest.


If there is no casino attached what other options should I promote to my prospect?

The integrated portion could be used as an ID card to charge drinks and meals on the property. It can also be used to drive business to the hotel restaurant or bar by offering discounts or free beverages.


My prospect has HP printers now. Will they work?

If the client has HP 4050 or 4100 models they can add the Print to Mail™ unit for around $1500.00. If they have another model then you can direct them to a Formax 1500 folder/sealer, which will complete sealing function.


What other options or benefits can I add to the key card?

The key card can be printed to match the face of the registration folio for high impact to the guest. You can also use the face of the card for advertising the hotel casino, restaurants, bars, pool or other property assets. If the hotel is small and does not have these options you can actually use the card to gain new business by offering the face as advertising space to a near by restaurant. The restaurant will literally pay for the card in return for the ad space. (Note: Consider “renting” this space rather than selling it so you can change restaurants and create a demand therefore higher sales/profit.)


My prospect has pre-registered guests and walk in traffic. Will this system still work?

Absolutely! Particularly with the Print to Mail™ unit as it can literally print/fold/seal on demand.


Are other integrated products available?

Yes! For instance, one section could be an ID card for charging meals on the property. The other section could be an integrated label to serve as a windshield ID in the parking lot.


Are there other opportunities in the hotel market?

Certainly! The first of course would by the matching hotel key card you can sell. That opens the door for other items such as payroll checks, check out statements, room confirmation mailing (pressure seal is an ideal solution for this as will), in room collaterals such as note pads, tent cards and surveys.


What about the folder sealer equipment? I don’t know anything about that?

If the hotel has an HP 4050 or 4100, it’s easy. This product was design to be sealed on the Print to Mail unit that’s simply attaches to either of these printers. Now the hotel simply prints, folds and seals in one step. Ward/Kraft can direct you to the correct company for this equipment. If the client has other printers we can direct you to stand alone folder/sealer. By the way, you make $$$ on the equipment as well.


What are the biggest advantages I should mention to my client regarding this concept?

Personalized welcome messages for a start! This makes the guest feel truly unique. Second, immediate guest participation! If this is a casino the guest can start “gambling” at the check-in desk.

The forms are available in up to six-color printing so the hotel can maintain a high image. The matching Key Card adds to the image. (Be sure to ask us how to use the key card to get a new customer outside of the hotel!)


Does Ward/Kraft make other hotel check-in folios?

Indeed we do! On the market, there is a variety of folios you can construct. For example, multi-part, pocket and laser hotel check-in folios are all available. All of our technical customer service representatives will be glad to send out samples and guide you to determine the best folio for your clients' needs.


 

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