This article is based on information for M2M Communication which stands for machine to machine communications. This is the action of computing and non-computing devices communicating to enhance a guest experience. Not only can this be a better experience for the guest but also more cost effective for the business. Temper control can set the air to a comfortable temperature once a guest has arrived in the room. When the guest is not in the room the cooling unit can return to an energy saving mode.
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