Figure 8.4 shows the three-section bed sheet for 11th June. Guests are entered into the appropriate column depending on whether they are arriving, staying or leaving. A guest who was booked for only one night would move straight from the arrival column to the departures. This three-column system enables the receptionist to see quickly the rooms that will be available to let that day, thus is found to be very effective. Rooms can also be allocated before guests have checked out.