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This article talks about the Emirate of Dubai and how its Department of Tourism is making great strides toward expanding standards that support the idea of green tourism and environmental responsibility. Dubai is sponsoring a program called "Together for a Green Environment" to help educate hospitality industry professionals about the importance of sustainable tourism. Through a series of workshops and seminars people were able to better understand the challenges facing them and come up with solutions to address these problems. A large concern was simply a lack of awareness and knowledge regarding sustainable and green efforts, an issue which is being addressed through the program. The initiatives have proven successful and CO2 emission has decreases by almost 20%. The article proves how areas around the world like Dubai are increasingly consciences of the importance of "going green."

Now this is a sight to see! Dubai is recognized as one of the fastest growing cities in the world. This rapid urbanization has led to many environmental issues because of the critical environment, lack of resources such as building materials, and the surprising expansion. Due to it's expansion, their is a high demand for electricity. While being a city with a high consumption of electricity, Dubai has taken steps to introduce solar power on a large scale with now its first ever hotel. Dubai seems to be ahead of the curve, let's just hope it doesn't fail them long-term.

This article defines the importance of accounting in the hospitality industry. The industry is growing at a rapid rate and is becoming the largest service provider in the world. A business's operation is important in this industry, which is all done through the accuracy of perfect accounting.

This article basically talked about why accounting is important to the hospitality and tourism industry. As we all know, the industry is on a rise and constantly growing. With that being said, it is important that companies have an accounting system in place. This can help with making predictions that can in turn benefit the company on decision making and implementing new ideas and strategies for the success of the business.

The article suggest that accounting is essential for the success of the operations of the hospitality industry. The accounting outlines the budget for what services to be rendered and how many guest are needed to increase revenue. The article highlights the advancement and efficiency or the accounting system used in Dubai. Dubai has become a popular destination for travelers.

This article brings to light the fact that hotels in Dubai are struggling to find the right staff to work for their hotels. As the industry grows, including rooms, airport arrivals, occupancy, revenue, etc., hotels are having a difficult time finding employees to meet the demand of the increasing hotel industry in Dubai, especially since the industry is known for low pay and long hours. Experts are now advising that more programs be made available for students in the hospitality industry in order to attract the right employees who are willing to work the long hours for low pay and still want to do the job because they love the field work. This rings true with any career because it's important to have employees who are dedicated and love what they do because they're attitude towards the industry and that particular job will ultimately reflect on their work and on the company's image.

Emarketing is important to the hotel and travel industry because most transactions and booking are done online. The article gave reasons why emarketing is so important, because it is cost effective. Emarketing is considered the lowest booking channel for hotels. The article talked about the Middle East, especially Dubai that has the highest internet booking sale. Emarketing is they way to go, it is quick, convenient and can be done from anywhere with an internet connection.

HRIS is the latest technology in HR. This software in my opinion is not one of the most needed in any company. When talking about organization, time, tracking large number of workers, etc. HRIS could be the perfect solution. Every HRIS system has different capabilities, depends on what the company really is looking for. The best HRIS system will be the one that fits your company needs. An HRIS includes benefits administration, employee data, and time saving for HR.

This article discusses some of the latest technology in Human Resource Information Systems technologies. I completely agree with your statement that this system is one of the most needed in any company. I do not see how a company could run with ease without it. The article states, "hSenid Biz as a leader in the HRIS domain showcased the HRM Enterprise XV which is the latest hSenid HRIS solution which offers strategic, administrative and strategic MIS HR modules which can help an organization address their increasing HR requirements and achieve better business results. In addition the hSenid's cloud solution PeoplesHR showcased the benefits of Cloud HR and the practical applications. hSenid also offers Human Resource Outsourcing capabilities to organization which makes hSenid a true and complete HR solutions provider." HRIS systems really have the ability to coordinate communication among different departments.

A Swedish hotel intelligence organization has chosen Dubai as the location to use a new software product called Hoteligence. This software is about offering guests specific content and services at the specific time. It is a cloud-based software platform that can be operated through TV, iphone, ipad, Android, etc. It offers room entertainment: customers can play Angry Birds, listen to music and connect to social media platforms such as facebook and twitter. This software is also a useful marketing tool which can track and analyze guests' buying behavior. The feedback until now is very good, so I think it is possible to implement Hoteligence to a bigger market and more levels of hotels as this software not only increases the added benefits for guests, but also gives hoteliers a good marketing tool.

It seems they are really customizing the guest experience by offering guests the opportunity to take advantage of their relationship with Live Nation. I like how they get the guests involved in promotions by offering them a cash code, a benefit of being an SPG member.

This article talk about the PMS system in Middle east recent years. It is an important time of year for the hospitality industry in the Middle East. The region's industry has witnessed a strong recovery of 78.6% occupancy rates over last year and the holiday season continues to hold tremendous promise of high tourist traffic and increased occupancy. With the highlight of the year- Dubai Shopping Festival 2012 fast approaching, hoteliers need to brace themselves for round-the-clock services as they run at nearly 100% occupancy. Here will be integral for them to relook at existing business procedures to ensure efficient use of resources and enhanced guest experience. Technology is a key driver of business growth for the hospitality sector across segments. While hotels leverage technology, hoteliers need to remember that mere adoption of innovation does not suffice. Effective implementation of required hardware and software proves beneficial only if the hotel ERP is adequately aligned with the hotel's business needs. In 2010, tourist arrivals to theMiddle East increased by 14%, registering a total of 56.6 million tourists. The positive outlook of the year ahead will place an impetus on the adoption and implementation of CRM tools as well. Luxury hotel chains in theMiddle Eastalready offer rewards and loyalty programs for customers, however, with the advent of social media, CRM tools have been revised to track discussions and reviews on hotel properties. One of the key challenges for large hotel chains is to stay connected with their managers on-the-go. Hand held devices like PDAs enable hoteliers to stay connected with ongoing activities at their property and an integrated PMS system sends out automated updates to improve communications.

The company Cyber Gear has launched a new website that contains a wide variety of hotel for visitors of Dubai. Cyber Gear also provides many services, specializing in eMarketing amongst other services such as eCommerce, eCRM, Social Media and much more.

Consumers are significantly more eco-concious in their daily lives which translates significantly to their hotel experience. They want to ensure that they and the hotels they stay at are doing their best efforts to be green. Hotels that create green initiatives see more return from those guests. Cloud computing is also one of those initiatives.

19% of travelers said they would pay more to vacation with a green resort. Sustainable hotels are shaving 8% off expenses in their first year. Biomimicry is the future of because they will not only be energy efficient but coexist peacefully with the natural habitat.

Hotel Indigo in Dubai runs entirely on solar power. With a digital building management system, the hotel can monitor, control and track energy use to become more efficient. Biophilic Design Biophilic design in hotels can achieve a sense of serenity, mixing natural with artificial. Plus, guests will stick around longer, with a 36% higher dwell rate compared to hotel lobbies without biophilic features. Repurposed Materials At RIMBA Jimbaran Hotel in Bali, Indonesia, the lobby is built from driftwood and the remnants of old fishing boats. Sustainable Architecture The wave coursing, while not eco-friendly, accurately matches the original 1920s architecture. Biomimicry Solutions Biomimicry in hotel design can enhance the guest experience for the modern, eco-conscious traveler. A hotel could generate power using wind, absorb sunlight and collect and recycle rainwater. Cloud Computing Combined with automation, which won't bog down internal operations, a hotel can monitor performance, manage energy use, detect felt and diagnostics and much more.

The international regulation for Internet can change whole industry even whole world. Due to the prevalence of internet, the regulation of telecommunication can play an important role for the field.  However, like normal privacy, internet privacy can be treated as the same way. Nowadays, only after getting a warrant from a judge can a police coerce internet service providers (ISPs) to hand over a person's email. 

Jumeirah Beach Hotel received a second win for the Green Globe Certification. This was achieved by implementing energy saving techniques through the use of grey water from the Dubai Municipality used primarily for irrigation purposes. Additionally, a room management system was installed for 126 renovated rooms to monitor, manage and control the energy consumed within the rooms.

From this article, I can get some information that the new technology bring convenience both hotel and customers. The customers just press the simple button to control everyting in the hotel room that is a good experience difference from home. And the hotel can utilize the high technology to satisfied the customers and thus improving the competitiveness in the industry. However, high technology means high cost. The hotel that adopt the high technoloty should has the ability to maintain and update which will become a huge cost. So keeping up with the development of technology is the biggest difficulty problem in the hotel industry.

The latest technology gives hotels an opportunity to provide new products and services to guests but also the challenges . The biggest difficulty is the speed at which technology is evolving which makes it impossible for hotels to keep up with the latest developments. On the other hand there are many hotels are embracing the new technologies. Such as guest's smartphone, which will allow for interactive channel guides to appear on the handheld and can store guest preferences that travelers can take from one hotel to another. And the Plaza provide iPads in every guest room. which provide an easy way for customers to make reservation checking airline schedules and printing boarding passes.

The Hotel Show has put it focus into green initiatives and businesses that present the products to help businesses in the hospitality sector to "go green." The show brings in businesses and hosts seminars that help hospitality-based businesses make their "green" contribution by buying products and conducting practices that yield results like reducing energy output.

Fairmont Hotels has reduced their CO2 output significantly "Over the last few years, Fairmont has identified and implemented a number of key initiatives to help reduce its carbon footprint.  These have included the creation of an internal framework to track, monitor and report on key energy and carbon data, appointing regional champions to oversee audit and data controls, and the introduction of a new Engineer of the Year award to recognize and reward outstanding environmental performance. "  This is very exciting to read that a hotel is physically attempted to make a positive change in order to better the environment. Fairmont is advancing by promising to reduce carbon and add efficient boilers, and a waste management system that will convert waste into energy! 

IT investment are pushed forward now and days more so for guest satisfaction. A recent Motorola Solutions Inc has uncovered a study that fifty six percent of hospitality organization plan to increase their mobile investment and wireless technology with greater data volumes and high speed access. This will increase drastically competitive advantage for the business and customer experience. Some find it a challenge in convincing upper management to approve investing in to the latest technology. As well as demonstrating that a proposed technology investment will be beneficial for their business and will assist in continuous up to date trends and market competition. I highly agree that technology is a must in this industry, especially how fast it is changing. In order to stay within the competitive advantage and provide convenience for our guest it is necessary to invest and update into the latest technology. The initial investment might be extreme especially if you have been out of date from any recent technology however, with time the results will be returned with satisfied guest and fast paced PMS systems.

Information Technology is indispensable in the hospitality industry for several reasons. This article discusses how many hotels are increasing their investment in I.T because of its abundant advantages, especially guest satisfaction. It particularly states how mobile and wireless technology will aid in guests pleasure but ensure competitive advantage as well. They looked at a study of Motorola Solutions Market Barometer of 2011 where they fundamentally determine the emerging trends in the industry and opportunities. They then came to understand that businesses are investing more on hospitality information technology to not only assist in customer retention but to have an overall high-quality system that can manage their daily duties such as inventory, budget, and status of room reservations.

This article talks about how hotel companies are starting to invest more in information technology to provide a more enhanced guest experience. A survey done by Motorola Solutions found that 56% of hospitality companies are looking to invest in more mobile technology. While companies are looking to invest more in technology, it has been challenging to convince higher management levels to make the investment. Radi Karnib with Rotana Hotel Management said that it's important to demonstrate the benefits of the investment. Daniel Haijar with Layia Hospitality agrees and goes on to say that it's important to differentiate between what's an investment and what's an expense.

The article by Shiji Group (2020) focuses on how companies can utilize technology in responding to post-crisis operations, increasing their competitiveness in their respective industries. In itself, the Shiji group is a software solutions company that provides its services in the Food, hospitality, entertainment, and retail industry. The company was founded in 1998 and currently employs approximately 5,000 individuals in its over 80 subsidiaries. As of 2020, Shiji Group serves approximately 200,000 restaurants, 74,000 hotels, and 600,00 retail businesses (Shiji Group, 2020. To this effect, the Shiji Group (2020) provides that the utilization of point-of-sale software and technologies is the best suit technological alternative for foods and beverages companies in the post-crisis period. In this line, the article indicates that the best alternative in implementing such technology is ensuring that the company's systems can communicate effectively. In this line, Shiji Group (2020) notes that approximately 65% of all purchasing decisions are affected by the availability of point-of-sale features, modules, and functionalities. Shiji Group (2020) further provides one of the transitioning alternatives: the utilization of cloud-based technologies that provide secure, convenient, flexible, and open application programming interfaces (APIs). Some of the accrued benefits include better customer experiences due to software ease of use, multi-function applications and reports building, and capacity to alter the software and hardware accessibility. Having noted these advantages, Shiji Group (2020) provides an example of its software business partnership with Barstock Exchange. They focused on helping Food and beverage businesses extend their capacity through the upgrading of its technological base. This was achieved through the upgrading and integration of the point-of-sale software and their cloud-based software functionality, hence increasing their operational capacity and effi