Create and assign resources
Create and assign resources
Use this article to create a resource and assign it to your service to manage availability.
Before You Start:
- Resources must be linked to a service before they affect availability.
- You can learn more about resources on - Understanding resources
Step-by-step instructions:
- Go to Settings in the left-hand menu.
- Select Resources.
- Click + Add new.
- Enter the name of the resource, and optionally you can add a description or image.
- If you have more than one location, select the location(s) this resource belongs to.
- If you have more than one of these resource types, update the max capacity to the total number you have available.
- If you don't need to track capacity for this resource, deselect the Manage Capacity checkbox.
- 8. Click continue to set up the hours or availability.
- Determine how availability of the resource:
- Standard Business Hours: It's available in your normal business hours.
- Specific Hours: Set a weekly schedule of specific hours. - You can adjust availability and block-out certain dates, or fine-tune availability from this menu.
- Click finish to save.
To assign the resource:
- Go to Inventory > Services.
- Click the ••• menu next to the service and select Edit.
- Navigate to the Staff & Resources tab.
- Click + Assign Resource and select the resource(s) to link.
📝 Notes:
- If multiple services use the same resource, availability will be based on first-come-first-saved.
- If the service requires both a staff & a resource, both must be available for the booking to proceed.
Troubleshooting & FAQs
When should I use resources?
Use resources when assets are needed to complete a service, such as rooms, vehicles, or rental equipment.
Can I fine-tune resource availability?
Yes, use the Fine-Tune Hours feature in the Hours tab to adjust availability for specific dates.
How does resource capacity work?
Resource capacity determines the maximum number of people or items a resource can accommodate. In private group bookings, only one customer can book the resource, but they can select their group size.
Can I temporarily disable a resource?
Yes, tick "This resource is not active for online bookings" in the resource settings to prevent customers from selecting it.
Need Help?
If you need assistance, contact our support team:
💬 Live Chat: Click the chat icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen
📧 Email: support@nabooki.com
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