Do you run a smaller hotel or B&B that uses only manual processes to manage all your reservations, pricing, and inventory allocation? Have you avoided implementing technology to help support your internal operations because you worried that the solutions would cause more problems than they would solve? If so, then this article is for you! This article focuses specifically on
The advancement of AI and automation over the past few years has transformed the hospitality industry. New technology enabled gathering and evaluating vast amounts of data, quickly making informed decisions, and lifting the topline. Especially in the revenue management department, new AI-powered solutions offer the real-time market insights hoteliers need to optimize, adjust and even automate their pricing. One concern
Question for Our Hotel Marketing Expert Panel Does contactless check-in improve the guest experience or not? What are the potential pitfalls? Would you consider it essential for hotels / accommodation providers? Our Marketing Expert Panel Sarah Dandashy - Travel & Hospitality Expert, Ask A Concierge Adele Gutman - Culture and Guest Experience Expert,
Hotel robots represent some of the most effective forms of hospitality technology, and their presence will help ensure superior guest satisfaction. As a growing number of properties are employing these autonomous "smart" services, it only stands to reason that we examine these robots in greater detail. Benefits can your property expect to enjoy? Table of Contents: What are Robots? Why
Resort operators should take a moment to reconsider the potential for significant revenue growth. It is worth noting that leading revenue management system (RMS) providers are now directing their attention toward meeting the unique requirements of resorts. Resorts can unlock various possibilities by embracing automated dynamic pricing, flexible inventory optimization, and other innovative tools. Bye Bye Spreadsheets Gone are the
Question for Our Hotel Marketing Expert Panel How can hotel chatbots best contribute to a contactless / low-touch guest experience? Our Marketing Expert Panel Dr. Betsy Stringam-Bender - Professor of Hotels & Resorts, New Mexico State University Tamie Matthews - Revenue, Sales & Marketing Consultant, RevenYou Andrew Kavanagh - Group Sales and Marketing
Due to Covid-19, social distancing has advanced the prominence of contactless payments and the delivery of digital services. Consumer behavior highlights the growing acceptance and expectation of contactless services, requiring all businesses to adapt to existence. As the hotel industry prepares for the return of travelers, the industry must recognize the new consumer touchpoints to digitalize processes to provide greater
In recent years, mobile check-in apps for hotels gained popularity due to the efficiency of guests and hotels. Since the check-in process is contactless and more hygienic, it has gotten an extra boost since the coronavirus pandemic. Not only do these methods cater to the needs of tech-savvy customers, but they can enhance the brand reputation of the property in
The ever-evolving technology has been changing the working style, guest experiences, and travellers’ expectations in the industry. Therefore it is wise to assess the right technology and partner for your business. But, how can you make this decision process simple and find the right partner? Let’s find out. Why Hotel Technology is Important for Your Property Let’s start with an
The use of mobile apps for everyday activities has become more commonplace, leading to the rise of hotel apps. These hotel apps can then allow users to access a range of services, or to perform a range of different actions. In this article, you will learn more about hotel apps, their benefits of them, and how hotel owners can use
For hotel owners, it is important to keep up with the latest video marketing trends, and the 360 video hotel tour is one of the most significant trends of recent times. In this article, you will learn more about 360 movie technology, how it differs from the VR hotel offerings, and 10 of the best examples of its use within
Voice-controlled smart hubs and speakers, such as Amazon Echo, have become extremely popular as home technology products in recent years. However, their uses do not stop there and are increasingly used to deliver a superior customer experience in various industries. One of the most significant examples of this is within hotels, and the Alexa for Hospitality offering from Amazon will