Exact Online is one of the larger players in the field of accounting in the Netherlands. The link between i-Reserve and Exact Online focuses on financial data such as invoices and debtors. Here we discuss the benefits of linking Exact Online to our online reservation system. We will also explain how the process works and what you can expect from this type of integration.

What is Exact online?

Exact Online is a cloud-based accounting package offered by the Dutch software company Exact. It offers a range of features including billing, contact management, financial reporting and analysis, and project management. One of the main advantages of using Exact Online is that it can be linked to other business applications, such as the i-Reserve online reservation systems . This form of integration can automate many tasks and save companies time and money.

How does the connection between i-Reserve and Exact Online work?

The link between i-Reserve and Exact Online is a one-way link, via the API of Exact Online. This means that the data from the i-Reserve reservation system is sent to Exact Online. In most cases, invoices will be used to transfer financial data from the reservation. In some cases, use can also be made of the data from reservations. This means that you do not have to enter any billing data manually in your accounting package.
The most commonly used design for the link between the i-Reserve reservation system and Exact Online is that the debtor - plus financial data - are periodically transferred i-Reserve The link uses the XML format to transfer the data, as Exact Online has specified.

What is linked?

To ensure that both systems work well together, they exchange data. You can see which data is sent in the table below.

i-Reserve Direction Exactly
Customer Account
cust_id code
Customer Contact
Customer Address
Invoice Invoice
Invoice line InvoiceLine

What are the advantages of linking Exact Online to an online reservation system?

There are many advantages to linking Exact Online to an online reservation system. The most obvious advantage is that it saves you a lot of time. You no longer have to manually enter data in both systems. The link also ensures that your data is always accurate and up-to-date. This can save you a lot of time and effort in the long run. Furthermore, the integration can help you avoid mistakes and improve overall efficiency.

Additional modules

for the connection between Exact Online and the i-reserve reservation system. With these modules you can export data to your financial administration. The balances are updated immediately. The 'Export' module has the following features:

  • The ability to export data from the i-reserve reservation system to Exact Online in the XML format desired by Exact Online.
  • A range of settings that allow you to tailor the export to your specific wishes. For example, you can choose which data is exported and how often the export takes place.
  • The ability to schedule exports so that they occur automatically at a time that suits you.
  • The ability to view a log of all exports performed.

You also need the 'Invoice' module. With this module you can prepare invoices based on reservations. You can also use additional functionalities such as partial invoices, merging draft invoices or creating direct debits.

Want to know more about this connection?

If you are looking for a way to save time and automate your reservations and accounting, then the link between Exact online and our reservation system is the ideal solution. This powerful integration can take care of all data entry for you, so your accounting is always accurate and up-to-date. Knowing more? Contact today to find out more about how we can help you get the most out of this great feature.

Are there additional options?

Purchase number (PO number)

Widely used in the business market: including a PO number on an invoice.
In Exact Online this field is called "YourRef". This field can be filled from a field of your choice via the settings of this link in i-Reserve For example, a custom field.

More information?

Manual i-Reserve - Exact Online interface

The 'Export' module is required for this connection.

The 'Invoice' module is required for this link.