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Introducing the GIBS Resource Manager Module for Oqtane
Transform how you manage bookable resources with our comprehensive reservation system. Perfect for meeting rooms, equipment, facilities, and more.
Why Resource Manager?
Managing shared resources shouldn't be complicated. Whether you're coordinating conference rooms, tracking equipment loans, or scheduling facility access, you need a system that's both powerful and easy to use. That's where Resource Manager comes in.
Built natively for Oqtane Framework, this module seamlessly integrates with your existing site and provides everything you need to eliminate booking conflicts, streamline approvals, and keep everyone informed.
Powerful Features, Simple Interface
Everything you need to manage resources efficiently
Smart Booking Calendar
Interactive calendar shows available time slots at a glance. Buffer times prevent back-to-back bookings, and conflict detection ensures no double-bookings ever happen.
Automatic Notifications
Keep users informed with beautifully formatted email notifications. Optional SMS alerts via Twilio integration ensure administrators never miss new bookings.
Flexible Configuration
Set weekly availability schedules, configure buffer times, choose between auto-approval or manual confirmation, and customize everything to match your workflow.
Professional Reporting
Generate daily or weekly schedules for any resource. Print-friendly layouts include all booking details, user names, and notes for easy facility management.
Perfect For...
Corporate Offices
Conference rooms, hot desks, parking spaces, and equipment
Educational Institutions
Classrooms, labs, AV equipment, sports facilities
Healthcare
Medical equipment, consultation rooms, imaging facilities
Government & Public
Meeting rooms, public facilities, community centers
Fleet Management
Company vehicles, delivery trucks, rental equipment
Fitness & Recreation
Courts, studios, personal training slots, equipment
Everything You Need
User Portal
Empower Your Users
- Browse resources by type and category
- View detailed availability schedules
- Book time slots with one click
- Manage personal bookings from "My Bookings" dashboard
- Receive instant email confirmations
Admin Control
Complete Administrative Control
- Create and manage unlimited resources
- Configure detailed availability schedules
- Approve or decline pending reservations
- View comprehensive reservation dashboards
- Generate printable schedules and reports
Built for Modern Web
Technology Stack
- .NET 10 Latest framework for optimal performance
- Blazor WebAssembly Rich, interactive client-side UI
- Entity Framework Core Robust data management
- Oqtane 10.2.1+ Seamless native integration
- Twilio SDK Optional SMS notifications
Database Support
Works with all Oqtane-supported databases:
Security & Permissions
Leverages Oqtane's built-in role-based access control with granular view and edit permissions.
"Finally, a resource booking system that doesn't require a PhD to set up. Installation took minutes, and our team was making reservations within the hour."
Get Started in Minutes
Installation is simple and straightforward
Download
Get the latest .nupkg package from the release page
Install
Upload through Oqtane module management
Configure
Add resources and start accepting bookings
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Streamline Your Resource Management?
Join organizations already using Resource Manager to eliminate booking conflicts and improve resource utilization.
Open Source • MIT Licensed • Free Forever