ARC-IAR
ARC web weekly agency reporting.
Definition
IAR features: Sales validation, Memo Manager (ADM/ACM tracking), Adjustments, Refund Notice processing, Sales Reports download, Settlement Reconciliation reports, Document Tracking. Integration: auto-feed from Sabre / Amadeus / Travelport GDS and certain OBTs (Online Booking Tools). Successor / complement: ARC Direct Connect for NDC. Weekly cycle with Wednesday cut-off and Monday settlement.
Origin
IAR launched by ARC 1995 ; multiple UI/UX revisions ; NDC Direct Connect integration 2018.
Example in context
A US Expedia agency declares 5000 tickets weekly via ARC IAR ; auto reconciliation with sales from Sabre GDS ; net settlement next Monday.
Related terms
- ARC — parent organisation.