When working with GDS, it’s important to understand the difference between the GDS chain code, the property codes (GDS IDs) assigned by each GDS, and your SiteMinder GDS extranet ID. Each serves a different purpose, and using the incorrect one may lead to delays or errors.
1. Chain Code
The SiteMinder GDS chain code is always GD.
This identifies SiteMinder GDS as the GDS provider.
You’ll use the chain code when completing RFPs (Request for Proposals) or when communicating with travel agents to ensure they can locate your property on each GDS.
2. GDS Property Codes (GDS IDs)
Each individual GDS (Amadeus, Sabre, Galileo/Apollo, Worldspan, DHISCO) assigns its own property code, sometimes referred to as a GDS ID.
These are unique to your property within that specific GDS.
You’ll need these property codes when filling out RFPs or helping travel agents locate your property in a specific GDS.
To find your property’s GDS IDs:
Log in to SiteMinder GDS extranet.
Go to Setup > Data Management > Distribution Systems.
The Mapping Information will then display for each of the GDS/IDS platforms that your property is active on.
The GDS/IDS name (Amadeus, Sabre, etc.) is displayed in the first column.
The Chain Code (always GD) in the second column.
The Property Code (GDS ID) details are in the third column. Note: Travelweb is no longer in use.
3. SiteMinder GDS Extranet ID
Your SiteMinder GDS extranet ID is different from a GDS property ID.
It identifies your property internally on the SiteMinder GDS platform, not on external GDSs.
You’ll need this extranet ID when filling in the GDS negotiated rate loading request form.
It is not used for RFPs or for helping travel agents locate you on a GDS.
You can find your SiteMinder GDS extranet ID in the following places:
SiteMinder GDS extranet: It appears after your property name, in the top left corner of your SiteMinder GDS extranet:
Reservation confirmation numbers: Your property ID appears at the start of SiteMinder GDS reservation confirmation numbers. Reservation confirmation numbers include the property code, then two letters, and then another number at the end. For example, if the reservation confirmation number is 8123SF000001, your property code is 8123.