The Waiting List Command
First, there is a color for the "Waiting List" designated in the File Maintenance Screen, and you can change it to any color you like by clicking on its button
In the main Reservation Screen's "Waiting list" button would turn this color if there was a person who, for example, wanted a one night stay on a two night minimum weekend. To add someone to the waiting list, click on the "Waiting List" button and add the dates they wanted to stay, and other contact information you have.
For example, if the following person was added:
The main Reservation Screen would then appear like this:
This is especially useful in two situations: 1) If you had a last minute cancellation, you could call to see if that person still wanted a room; 2) If the current date is near that weekend and you decided to release the room for a one night stay.