Stage 3: Go-Live

Avoid last‑minute “we can’t go live” moments by completing compliance and payment setup before your big day.What must be complete before go‑live Finish KYB/KYC with accurate UBO and tax details; missing or mismatched UBO information/tax IDs commonly block approval and will delay payments activation. Mews Payments must be enabled before you can order/activate terminals and take card payments in production. Terminals: ordering, pairing, testingOrder terminals after Payments is enabled and allow time for delivery and setup. Pair devices and run a small sale (and a refund/pre‑auth if relevant) on go‑live day to confirm end‑to‑end flow.Payouts: what to expect and where to checkAfter the initial delay, payouts are daily; verify amounts and dates in Finance → Payout report so your finance team knows exactly what to expect.Commo

A calm, confident go‑live is doable with a focused, one‑hour routine and a few high‑value checks. This checklist is for operational leads and the go‑live captain at your property.Before you start: quick readiness signals If your onboarding dashboard/system audit shows you’re ready, and you’ve collected simple evidence (channel manager parity, terminals paired, go‑live captain named), you can proceed without a live call. Capture screenshots/logs as proof in case you need help later. Keep your channel manager integration disabled in Mews until cutover; if your partner requires connecting earlier, re‑check parity right before you switch it on. The 60‑minute go‑live routine Distribution (10 min): On one major OTA, confirm your listing shows the same availability, rates, and restrictions as in Mews and your channel manager. If it doesn’t match, pause activation and fix mapping/pa

Switching your property management system (PMS) can feel daunting, especially when it comes to online travel agencies (OTAs) and channel managers. But with the right steps, you can make the transition smooth and stress-free. Here’s a friendly guide to help you get your mapping, parity, and distribution just right! 🚀Mapping and Parity PrinciplesBefore you go live, it’s crucial to ensure your room types, rates, and add-ons are mapped correctly between Mews, your channel manager, and each OTA. Double-check everything with small push and pull tests to confirm parity—meaning prices, availability, and restrictions match everywhere. Don’t enable the channel manager integration until you’re ready for cutover. If a partner needs to connect earlier, make a note of the time and recheck parity just before going live. This helps avoid any nasty surprises! 🧐For Booking.com, use Pull mapping to get the right codes and confirm age and child settings. Only ena