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Ruoxi Wang

Unlocking the future: Hotels to see new security technology - Hospitality Portal - Hote... - 1 views

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  • Your mobile can now literally be the key to your future and open many doors, thanks to a new technology that can have your cellphone talking to your locks.
  • Frequent travellers can now skip the check-in and check-out process into hotels, collecting keys at reception counters and spending time in lounges paying bills, thanks to Near Field Communication technology that makes mobiles do your work, says Sanjeev Anand, sales and key accounts manager, India, of VingCard Elsafe, supplier of hospitality security solutions worldwide.
  • His entry is automatically recorded on the front desk.
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  • The technology enables a user with an NFC-enabled mobile and a booking in an NFC-enabled hotel to breeze in and out, sans all hassles. After initial booking on arrival by flight, train or bus, the traveller's mobile is automatically loaded with an electronic wallet and encrypted code and hotel room number.
  • It can also be used to pay bills in his room or at the lobby kiosk without wasting time at the counter or stepping out of a room early to complete all formalities and hurrying to catch a flight or train.
  • Ruoxi Wang on 30 Oct 13
     
    This is an amazing technology. A customer can use his cellphone to do the reservation, check-in, enter the room and pay the bill. If  this technology can be widely used in this industry. It really can bring a lot of convenience to both the hotels and the customers. It is also very safe, because only your cellphone can open your room and the cellphone is also a identification of a customer. But there are two concerns. First is the cost of this technology and the hardware. It can be too much to afford for the hotels. Second, is it really that safety. What if someone lose his mobile?
Yongjoon Ji

Smartphone software updates explained | News | TechRadar - 1 views

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  • There's no doubt about it – we all love to have the latest software on our smartphones. And that means regular updating.
  • When Vodafone has finished testing the update, it's sent back to the manufacturer and to Google for final approval.Because of the trend for larger platform updates, May says it means testing needs to be more comprehensive. "Typically software and firmware now goes through a two stage testing cycle. After conducting a first round of tests we report back to suppliers with our recommendations for any improvements – and then we would expect to see that upgrade again before we could be confident that it meets the highest standards for our customers."
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      Yongjoon Ji on 30 Aug 12
       
      Few years ago, before technology became so complicated, consumers did not need to worry about updating their cellphone software. The reason was because there was no cellphone software updates that existed. Since smartphones recently became very popular, people are more concerned about the software than the hardware before they purchase a new cellphone. This compares to how they care for the preference of either the Windows or iOS on their computer. Software manufacturers constantly try to update their software to fix bugs as well as to satisfy their customers. It is a constant competition between companies to try to develop the best software so they can gain popularity. Because of this, it is a never-ending competition as consumers are introduced into newer and better software as time goes by. This is why they go through so many steps as to make sure the software is developed to meet the consumer's standards and delivered to their customer's hands as soon as possible.
paige rosenberg

The Future of Hotel Security - AOL Travel News - 1 views

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  • Technology is opening new doors to hotel safety
  • Yet more card-free security systems are on the way
  • eventually new security measures will become such a part of our everyday lives that they will become the norm.
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  • Systems that track the other qualities that make each human unique are in development as well.
  • here are some systems being explored that can allegedly sniff someone, and also systems that can recognize the pattern of blood veins on a human being which are apparently unique to the individual,
  • new thing is contact-less Smartcards and RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) cards that need just be waved to allow room access.
  • Kimpton's 190-room Nine Zero Hotel in Boston was the first hotel to install a biometric iris scanner back in 2004
  • we navigate hotels is set to change in the blink of an eye. Or the swipe of a cellphone. Or the print of a finger. With futuristic systems like scent and iris scanners and digital facial-recognition, hotel security is being taken to the next level. #plain_module { width: 590px; height:170px; border: none; float:left; margin:0px; font-size:12px;} #plain_module img {border:none; width: 13px; height:14; border: 0px; margin:0px; } #plain_module .mini_main { margin: 0px; padding:0px; width:585px; height:220px; repeat scroll 0 0} #plain_module .mini_item_header {padding:10px 0px; margin: 0px 0px; font-size:16px; color: #555555; border-bottom:1px dotted #CCCCCC;} #plain_module .mini_item {padding:5px 0px; margin: 0px 0px;} #plain_module a { color: #49A3CA; text-decoration:none; } #plain_module a:hover { color: #F98419; text-decoration:underline;} span.gray {color:#949494;} .mini_main li{list-style-type: none;background-image: url(http://www.aolcdn.com/travel/bullet);background-repeat: no-repeat;background-position: 0 1px;padding-left: 10px;}
  • Those plastic key cards that once seemed so innovative will soon go the way of the actual key
  • "In addition to Radio Frequency Identification, there are also systems that use a smartphone, such as an iPhone,"
  • When a guest checks into a hotel and provides their phone number, they get an encrypted sound code via text message
  • Many industry watchers are keeping an eye on Houston's largest hotel, the vast 1,200-room Hilton Americas–Houston. The hotel has a facial recognition system that can identify and track guests, employees, and even suitcases
  • 1,200 rooms worth of luggage in transit, the system makes it a lot easier to find lost or misdirected bags.
  • Returning guests will be recognized and greeted by nam
  • "Hospitality all over the world has become more aware of past vulnerabilities that they might have had and have closed these holes by more in-depth training and awareness of guests and staff," he says. "In today's society, all travelers are becoming interdependent on each other for safety and security."
  • Fang Shu on 17 Feb 12
     
    This article talks about the future trend of the hospitality security, which is technology is opening new doors to hotel safety.  The author introduces some different technologies such as Contact-less Smartcards and RFID that hotels like New York's Plaza Hotel are currently using. Finger print or cellphone wipe technology is also used instead of card, which should be more safe. Some hotels even use video-capture systems to make sure the security is perfect. After introducing these technologies, the author also talks about the privacy issues. Because some customers are not willing to be on cameras. However, though some of them are concerning about this issue, an expert predicts that new security measures will eventually become such a part of everyone's everyday lives that he or she will become the norm. All in all, this article gives us the trend that more and more technologies will be used for hotel security in the future.
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  • Melissa Krajewski on 17 Feb 12
     
    I think PR representatives should address the privacy controversy surrounding radio frequency identification technology with a safety campaign. This may help consumers realize that they are not in the privacy of their own home when they are in the hallways of hotels and cruise ships and the cameras/tracking could help protect them. As long as the data collected is not misused these technologies will continue to be present in these locations.
  • Mary White on 17 Feb 12
     
    It's pretty important for the hospitality industry to present these new technologies as wonderful security measures. People could be put off by knowing they have to swipe their finger to get into a bathroom. The success of these technologies depends on effective marketing and proven security measures that ensure collected information about a traveller will not be used in unethical ways.
  • YONGHE FAN on 18 Feb 12
     
    Interesting article it is. Security is always the big issue for hospitality. I would like to stay in a hotel that is using finger print as the key card of the hotel because i believe that is much safer than cards that anybody can access my room by using the card.
  • Carolina Alfonso on 26 Mar 12
     
    In this article all of the new trends for hotel security are described and examples of where they are being implemented are given. Thanks to technological innovations hotel safety is heading into a whole different level. Now key cards are being change to more sophisticated ones that need just to be waved to open a room door. In the near future it is expected for these cards to be used as a payment method and to check-in and check-out. In the U.S biometrics technology is starting to be used by a small number of properties not only for guests to access their rooms but for employees. Facial recognition systems with the ability of tracking guests and employees are also being implemented. This system helps to improves customer service as it helps to really understand guest's preferences, as enormous amount of information can be extracted as they are constantly being monitored. Other technologies are also being developed. The most amazing ones are the systems that track other unique human characteristics as the way a person walks or it's DNA.
  • Jingjing Zhu on 30 Mar 12
     
    The technology of hotel changes very fast, such as swipe of a cellphone or print of a finger, or the contact cards that need just be waved to allow room access. It is like the cruise world's one card system, these cards may soon make hotel stays easier by allowing guests to pay for services, as well as to check- in and check-out, through a single device. If customers lost their cards on cruise, the radio frequency identification and smartphone will provide customers their code via text message, so they can play back the code to unlock your room door. But more card free security systems are on the way. If you want to get into your room at New York's SoHo Loft , you are going to have to lift a finger. The Nine Zero Hotel in Boston us the technology to make the property safer all round ,that means non-staff members and intruders can not access the property. Systems that track the other qualities that make each human unique in development as well. The Houston's largest hotel has a facial recognition system that can identify and track guests and an annual $16 million payroll ,the system offers benefits such as employee time theft monitoring and prevention for the hotel. But with 1200 rooms worth of luggage in transit the system makes it a lot easier to find lost or misdirected bags The Wolfe feels that in addition to the biometrics and high-tech methods currently being deployed ,one of the greatest security measures of late is actually low tech.
  • Te Gu on 30 Mar 12
     
    The full name of RFID is radio-frequency identification. RFID is the use of a wireless non-contact system that uses radio-frequency electromagnetic fields to transfer data from a tag attached to an object, for the purposes of automatic identification and tracking. Some tags require no battery and are powered by the electromagnetic fields used to read them. Others use a local power source and emit radio waves (electromagnetic radiation at radio frequencies). The tag contains electronically stored information which can be read from up to several metres (yards) away. Now RFID in hospitality industry as a tool is used for improving service quality, customer satisfaction, market share, and profitability. As the new technology apply into hotel security, the hotels change their ways in the blink of an eye, or the swipe of a cell phone, or the print of a finger. With futuristic systems like scent and iris scanners and digital facial-recognition, hotel security is being taken to the high level and some of the luxury hotels begin to use RFID system. Usually customers will worry about lose the card of hotel. Then they can not open the door and even need to pay extra money to buy a new card. But now security systems in some hotels do away with cards altogether. Because of RFID system, customers can use the iPhone connect with the system. When a guest checks into a hotel and provides their phone number, they get an encrypted sound code via text message. Guests can play back the code to unlock your room door.
  • liang qian on 31 Mar 12
     
    i think there are some factors to consider. Customer Service - Many opportunities for "great" customer service are lost if guest and employee interaction is diminished. In many cases, the front desk staff give the first impression that a guest experiences. This first "experience" can be crucial for referring the guest to other property amenities, i.e. spa, restaurants, lounge, pool, attractions, etc. Often, the front desk staff are acting as the concierge and resolvers of guest issues.
  • katya zelinskaya on 01 Apr 12
     
    this article talks about new technology that is being implemented throughout out US and the world. Old key cards are now going to be replaced with even older standard keys or the radio frequency identification card that can be waived in front of the door to gain access. Also, there is a technology that will sent an encrypted sound text to guest;s cell phone, which when played back will open the door.  It talks about technology that tracks all employees, guests and their luggage.  There are several concerned that travelers have about their privacy, but article stated that it all depends on the type of the traveler.  Also, the face recognition technology used in Houston's largest hotel remembers guests names and when they return, guests are greeted by name.  Article concludes that even with all this technology, the best security is provided through interdependence of travelers and employees.  
  • paige rosenberg on 04 Aug 12
     
    Technology in the hotel travel and tourism industry will be changing drastically in the near future, from the swipe of a cell phone, print of a finger, facial recognition, iris scanners, security is going to be taken to the next level. the plastic key cards will soon no longer exist. Radio frequency I'd cards are the new thing, where guest will use this for preferences for everything, from charging things to your room, preference of floor type to pillow choice, chick in and out etc. systems that track the other qualities of a person instead of using a key or card are in development as well. There are research going on how to open the door and. Lose wi just the persons walk and movements. Some people think these new security technologies are awesome, while some think they are not, people dont want to be watched 24/7while on vacation they just want to enjoy there stay. But in today's society all travelers are becoming interdependent on each other for safety and security.
Christina Eveillard

Facts about Wireless Cell Phone, Electronics Recycling for Charity Benefits - - 1 views

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  • Christina Eveillard on 10 Feb 12
     
    All about  Mobile Wireless Cell Phone Recycling This articles states how  people know everything about using their cell phone, such as taking picture, recording and dialing but when it  comes time to dispose of the cell phone they are clueless of what to do . Knowing how to dispose of one's cellphone is very important  for our health because improper disposal of one's cell phone  can lead to the intoxication of the ecosystems due to all the  toxins that our cell phones contains such as lead, mercury, arsenic, cadmium, beryllium,  antimony and nickel. Taking in consideration that most used cell phones can be refurbished, it is important that we use proper disposal process so the cell phones can  be fixed to be given at a better price in third world countries or even if they cannot be fixed, manufacturers can  use the materials that are still good  to make a new cell phone instead of working with raw material to make new cell phones. If  one doesn't know how to dispose of their cell phones properly  they can always give the  to a " Recycling for charity" because these programs  dispose properly of used cell phone and therefore reduce  the toxicity of our landfill.
  • Wei Ding on 11 Feb 12
     
    It is true that most used cell phone can be refurbished for future use. We should aim to go green and make most cell phones restored to full function faster and economically.
Eissy de la Moneda

Changing technologies in communication: benefits in the tourism industry - San Diego So... - 0 views

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  • Communicating with people now relies heavily on the internet and mobile online devices.
  • The tourism industry is one industry that presents a beneficial opportunity with new technologies being more accessible, available and advanced for communication efforts.
  • increases in content being available and more easily searchable to the public will allow for tourism companies to better visually expose, inform and interact with viewers.
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  • Strategically choosing the best option as to what communication tools to use for each fitting stakeholder preference will help you achieve maximum exposure and reach.
  • Having your company and/or brand evolve with growing technology will allow for the best results and opportunities.
  • Eissy de la Moneda on 30 May 13
     
    Communication technology is constantly evolving around us in everything we use. Nowadays, we no longer communicate face to face. Instead, we use our cellphones, tablets, computers, etc., to communicate with one another. This in turn affects the tourism industry immensely by providing them with a range of possibilities to successfully and effectively communicate with customers. Due to the increase in new technologies, customers now have easy access to tourism companies and what they have to offer. This benefits the industry by providing exposure and easy access to the things they offer. All in all, it's important that the industry evolve hand in hand with technology in order for the industry to embrace all the opportunities that technology has to offer. 
anonymous

Exporting Electronic Waste - NYTimes.com - 0 views

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  • “Where Do Old Cellphones Go to Die?,
  • n addition, it’s important to understand that as the United States exports its e-waste, we are also exporting tens of thousands of jobs.
  • That’s why the Responsible Electronics Recycling Act,
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  • It’s about promoting investment in our domestic industry so we can manage the e-waste we generate within our own borders — and create jobs for Americans.
  • anonymous on 13 Jun 13
     
    this article is about how the Electronics recycling Act, not only helps the environment recycling the e-waste, it also generate employs, this industry is growing faster making that americans can have another opportunity of jobs. 
angelamenoher

Mobile Commerce and Payments: Not Quite Ready For Prime Time? - 0 views

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  • angelamenoher on 10 Mar 12
     
    Despite the fact 50 % of guests use their smart phones to book hotels, recent research reveals they are not ready to pay for their rooms after they stay with the same phones. Near Field Communication (NFC) would allow guests to simply wave their phones at a kiosk to check out instantly paying and updating the hotels accounts. Fear of cellphones being stolen are the general apprehensions of this new technology that would eliminate carrying a credit card. After the smart phone market matures hotels airlines and restaurants will be able to take advantage of the swift mobile payment technology.
Cecilia Lucas

Stop, look and listen before investing in hotel tech - 1 views

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  • the hotel industry has been hooked on placing more and more technology into guestrooms believing the guest wants it, needs it. It’s become a way to stay competitive.
  • Hotel owners started to question the cost and ROI. As operators, you became increasingly concerned over recurring support expenses
  • Oh, and one must not lose sight of the fact that there is the obsolescence factor with many of the items being superseded by new models at an ever-quickening pace
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  • Super-fast, reliable and suitably priced Internet access
  • Why are you adding connectivity panels so the guest can tether their device to the TV, when most are very comfortable at either holding it in their hand (like a book) or prefer to connect it wirelessly?
  • To understand what the guest really wants and needs: STOP, LOOK and LISTEN!
  • What travellers want in hotel technology
  • Less is more
  • A well-lit room with simple controls
  • They just need the tech to work
  • Temperatures that can be easily controlled
  • A place to work
  • And as for the TV, include 24-hour news channels, sports channels and some entertaining TV channels.
  • Actually, you can summarize what guests want from a hotel room with three Cs: 1. Clean2. Comfortable 3. Connected
  • Power sockets
  • What does this mean to YOU, the hotelier?In my opinion, going forward, guests will start to question why they should pay for this tech when they don’t need it, don’t want it and, most importantly, don’t use it.
  • A trendy piece of tech is no longer an enticement to make a guest change allegiance from one hotel to another. A B&O stereo or an iPod dock is not a deal breaker, but free Wi-Fi and a free mini-bar can be.
  • And besides, the lifespan of these toys is very short—12 to 18 months tops—before they become relegated to the old-version league. Can you really afford to swap out gizmos that fast?
  • Fei Qi on 23 Mar 12
     
    "Stop, look and listen before investing in hotel tech"
  • Fei Qi on 23 Mar 12
     
    This article first reviewed the technology revolution in hotels. From the telephone, TVs, to today's mini bars and electronic door locks. Why hotels install more and more technology into guestrooms? Because the hotels believe the guest wants it, needs it, and it's become a way to stay competitive. However, the high technology gives brings them competitive advantages and also provides convenience for the guests, at the same time, it also carries a high cost with it. How to select the best technology and how to make best use of the technology? The author suggested the hotels should Stop, Look and Listen before investing in hotel technology. First, the hotels should justify the reasons to set the expensive devices. How to make sure the devices is useful and worth that much money? The hoteliers need to see whether the guests really want and need the technology. Consider very carefully the kind of tech you are deploying. Is it because you feel threatened by what your competitors are doing? Remember they may be on the wrong track. It is important for hotels to understand what the guests really want and need and before investing the new technology, the hotels need to stop, look and listen.
  • Cecilia Lucas on 23 Mar 12
     
    When it comes to investing in technology in hotels, a better approach might be to simplify. In a day and age when most people carry around all their technology needs in their pockets (Cellphones, Tablets, Laptops, etc.) There may not be a need to invest so heavily in gizmos to attract customers and keep them happy. We may want to consider that all the guest wants is to be connected, so offering a super fast, reliable and suitably priced internet access is all the technology they really need. Investing in every new technology, with short lifespans, can end up making a real dent in your ROI.
angelamenoher

Point of Sale Technology: New Developments - 0 views

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  • angelamenoher on 16 Jan 12
     
    This article provides a brief overview of the emerging trends for hotel management information systems. The trends focus on easy mobile access, unattended point of sale, radio frequency identification and near field communications. An increasing number of hotel are using the the cloud for on the go mobile connectivity to their POS systems and revenue management software SaaS. You can manage your hotel from anywhere and be up to date instantly. This trend and the next eliminates the need for desk or office time. Lilipad has created an I-product that allows guests to perform their own transactions at I-Pad kiosk which eliminates time at the front desk. The other large emerging trend is tracking devices that can be implanted in phones or even loyalty cards that link to bank and credit card accounts replacing the traditional wallet. While other articles say there is no rush to cellphones replacing wallets just yet, hotels like Aloft are using RFID's in there loyalty cards eliminating the issue of room keys. Notice in all these trends that the face to face contact with guests that we hospitality students enjoy and train for is decreasing with every new technology.
hchiebooth

7 Event Technology Trends to Explore in 2019 - Eventbrite US Blog - 1 views

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      mrueda on 03 Oct 18
       
      The article discusses seven event technology trends that are trending in 2018. Event planners are on the hunt to discover the next new products or services that will help them stand out in a coward full of competitors. One trend, that I find so interesting is facial recognition technology. Event planners are using algorithms to reach out to new audiences via social media, improve check-in and security! Another trend, that caught my eye was artificial intelligence for events. Technology such as "chatbots." Chatbot is an automated customer service that helps both guests and event organizers. It will alleviate some of the duties of the staff to be more efficient and address guest issues faster. There are also the right APPs that are being created for events for guest to search, book, post and review events in one place. Also for event organizers to price, communicate and organize all in one place.
  • Reach new audiences
  • Improve check-in, feedback, and security
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  • Artificial intelligence for events
  • The right event apps
  • clatt001 on 21 Feb 18
     
    So, being an event professional in the hospitality industry this article intrigued me. Some of the trends listed are trends that my clients and I have already been using for a few years now like livestreaming events, I had a wedding in Jamaica in 2015 in which my clients live-streamed their nuptials for those daily and friends who could not make the trip. What I did find intriguing was the Facial Recognition aspect of Event Technology. That is unbelievable to me. I know we now have iPhoneXs and SnapChat that already do this so I guess its just a matter of having the right type of phone and app that is compatible with this feature.
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  • mkim001 on 18 Jun 18
     
    This article for event planning and technology shared the current trends of event technology for this year. Facial recognition is becoming popular and is encouraged to use to target an expansive audience. Some events encourage audiences to take advantage of technology by using Facebook to tag photos of the event attendees to to a personalized album. The article also predicts that the future holds facial recognition for attendees checking in for a further improved event. RFID is being widely used by experienced event coordinators in place of event tickets and to reduce payments made physically. With the usage of RFID, it enhances the productivity for the attendees, as well as, make special features, such as raffles, much easier and fun to conduct. Automated customer service features are also rising as it enables guests to conveniently have their questions answered without having to wait to get a response. For example, according to the article, Sound on Sound Fest is a festival for music lovers that created a customer service feature via Facebook Messenger to answer any questions from the potential and prospective attendees. It was said to have instant gratification and success in the ease of asking and answering questions. Apps are also taking a part in events. Apps, such as, Pathable (connect with attendees throughout entire event), Presdo (takes into consideration behavior of attendees), and attendify (share photos, messages, and comments with attendees) are example of applications that events benefit from in this growing trend of event technology. Broadcasting events also assist in gaining popularity for an event and social media walls encourage attendees to post photos of the event with hashtags. Technology is growing and gaining popularity in events. Due to the fact that people are almost never without their cellphones, nevertheless, on their cellphones, the discussed features are popular amongst event attendees and aids in bubbling the posit
  • mrueda on 03 Oct 18
     
    The article discusses seven event technology trends that are trending in 2018. Event planners are on the hunt to discover the next new products or services that will help them stand out in a coward full of competitors. One trend, that I find so interesting is facial recognition technology. Event planners are using algorithms to reach out to new audiences via social media, improve check-in and security! Another trend, that caught my eye was artificial intelligence for events. Technology such as "chatbots." Chatbot is an automated customer service that helps both guests and event organizers. It will alleviate some of the duties of the staff to be more efficient and address guest issues faster. There are also the right APPs that are being created for events for guest to search, book, post and review events in one place. Also for event organizers to price, communicate and organize all in one place.
  • hchiebooth on 22 Jun 19
     
    This article reveals the 7 latest trends in technology. The most impressive trend is the use of Facial Recognition for registration purposes. It also features new and upcoming AI technology such as Chatbots, "Crowd" Streaming and the use of "Social Media walls" to generate for free event promotion.
sosor012

The Pernicious Side of Electronics: The Growing Problem of E-waste - One Green Planet - 0 views

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  • E-waste produces tonnes of toxic waste each year
  • In 2022, it was predicted that as many as 2.13 billion PCs, tablets, and mobile phones were shipped worldwide
  • requires a concerted effort from tech giants, consumers, and governmental bodies worldwide.
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  • The first step towards reducing e-waste is increasing consumer education
  • Another crucial step is improving the design of electronic devices to be more sustainable.
  • more aesthetically pleasing than before. Often, these shortcuts make devices harder to recycle at the end of their lives.
  • Local infrastructure needs to be improved to help consumers easily recycle electronic goods instead of hoarding or unsafely discarding them
  • . Designers must figure out how to create products that are both beautiful and can endure far longer
  • E-waste is a growing problem that requires immediate attention from stakeholders worldwide.
  • sosor012 on 01 Mar 23
     
    The article "the pernicious side of electronics: the growing problem of e-waste," discusses e-waste and what we can do as a community to eliminate the issue. E-waste produces tonnes of toxic waste each year and it was predicted that within the last year around 2.13 billion PCS, tables, and cellphones were shipped worldwide. To eliminate this issue moving forward we must increase education on the harmful impacts of e-waste, improve designs for more sustainable electronic devices, and upgrade infrastructure where the consumer is able to recycle electronic goods safely.
elena zhebrun

No pictures of food in NYC restaurants due to online food-porn??? Is it possible? - 0 views

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  • elena zhebrun on 30 Jan 13
     
    This growing trend is commonly known as foodstagram, a photo taken on a cellphone and quickly posted online. So far, the informal ban has not made its way to the New York State Restaurant Association, which includes 5,000 restaurants in the New York metro area. Andrew Moesel, spokesman for the NYSRA, says the issue is not something that's on the organization's radar. In an email to ABCNews.com, Jacki Spillane of SoHo House said, "SoHo House New York does have a no photography policy within the Club. SoHo House is a private members club, we have this policy to respect and maintain our members' privacy."
Ashley Heath

Going Green: A December 2012 Wrap-Up on Eco-Friendly Tech - 0 views

This article discusses new eco friendly technological advances made in 2012. Here are a few examples: Scientists at USC have developed an air pollution reader called CitiSense. This portable devi...

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kgill017

India to Hand Out Free SIM Cards With Tourist Visas - 0 views

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  • kgill017 on 10 Sep 16
     
    This article is informing tourists that starting September that anyone coming in with an e tourist visa will have access to SIM cards to use in your cellphone during their stay in India. This will be in efforts to increase tourism in the country.
mikepsantos

VingCard Allure - ASSA ABLOY Hospitality (VingCard Elsafe) - Electronic hotel locks - 0 views

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  • Based on VingCard’s RFID locking platform, Allure consists of a variety of wall panels, giving designers freedom of choice with a state of the art design-centric hardware and software solution. Allure integrates VingCard’s most advanced contactless locking solutions into its interior electronics, including Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) compatible locking technology, as well as full compatibility with the Visionline online solution. With ASSA ABLOY Hospitality Mobile Access you can also open your hotel room using your cellphone as a key. Read more about Mobile Access here.
  • mikepsantos on 16 Jan 17
     
    The RFID lock hardware are not in all hotels and resorts due to the high expense, but as the technology becomes widespread which will drive cost down it will become the standard.
  • mikepsantos on 16 Jan 17
     
    This will be the industry standard in the next decade! Those who do not upgrade will lose market share.
Mengchao Li

Does the Cloud Make VoIP More Hospitable? - Unified Communications Strategies - 1 views

www.ucstrategies.com/...make-voip-more-hospitable.aspx

telecom

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  • The current technology is creating opportunities for hospitality providers that specialize in hotel technical infrastructure: a hosted provider of not only voice, but PMS, Internet access, premises infrastructure. Several hybrid IP systems now support a gateway mode – where the on-premises solution is effectively a gateway controlling all the analog rooms. Centrally managed and controlled – integrated into a multi-tenant web based PMS – backed by a 24-hour help desk and NOC, could be the ticket to get hospitality VoIP.
  • Two issues are keeping IP out of the rooms: complexity and cost. The local staff just don’t have the time or skills to deal with complex phone systems. Even selling local ads isn’t worth the cost or effort of replacing the system, though these benefits could be more attractive regionally, or even nationally. IP systems make a lot of sense for the business phones, but room phones are likely to remain analog for now due to the cost disparity of the endpoints. IP phones continue to get cheaper, and maintenance of copper lines continues to rise. Eventually, the phones will become IP.
  • The rooms mostly remain analog, but IP phones offer benefits at higher-end properties. IP phones offer the elimination of separate cabling. Hotels could potentially sell ads on the phone that range from color picture ads to speed-dial settings like “Pizza Delivery.” Some vendors are creating optimized phone-top IP applications for hospitality that make it easier to request a car from valet parking, book a tee time, or check out. IP phones could also be designed to be a mini access point to support the increasing number of tablets.
  • Mengchao Li on 24 May 12
     
    This article talks about 3 stages for the telecommunication development in hotel. Hotel could absolutely use the phone 2 decades ago which is much more convenient to keep in touch with each others because of the lack of the mobile phones. But after the cellphone came out, hotel couldn't make more benefit from the phone calls which were just used for internal communications, morning calls, housekeeping and so on. After 2000, another technology was created which is call VolP( voice over the internet or IP phone) which could do more than a phone, such as Ads on the IP PHone. but it could not be widely used because of the complexity and cost. There is a new technology coming out called cloud which combines all the stuffs-- Telephones, PMS, Internet, and cable plant together and make employees or customers easier to learn. For example,a hosted provider of not only voice, but PMS, Internet access, premises infrastructure. Several hybrid IP systems now support a gateway mode - where the on-premises solution is effectively a gateway controlling all the analog rooms. Centrally managed and controlled - integrated into a multi-tenant web based PMS - backed by a 24-hour help desk and NOC, could be the ticket to get hospitality VoIP.
cbespinel

Microsoft and Harrah's unveil high-tech interactive bar table - USATODAY.com - 1 views

www.usatoday.com/...oft-harrahs-casino-table_N.htm

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  • A program called Mixologists lets patrons play bartender by creating and ordering concoctions of whatever cocktails and mixers they click on. The system is able to remember users' drink orders and, one day, may be able to offer customers the same drink at other Harrah's locations, such as when they play a slot machine. Another program lets users watch YouTube videos, either by searching or choosing from a list of popular videos. Harrah's officials said they reached a licensing deal with YouTube on Wednesday. The table also includes a program called Flirt, which lets customers sitting at any such table in the lounge see and chat with each other, take and e-mail pictures and even trade cellphone numbers. "In a different point in my life, I might use Flirt a lot," Stanley said. Other programs let users play video games or get information about restaurants, shows, nightclubs and other Harrah's attractions. Pete Thompson, Microsoft's general manager of surface computing, said the table's computer was designed so businesses can customize it to meet their needs. "This is very open. There's no scripting," Thompson said. "People feel a sense of freedom." Thompson said the computer uses a camera behind the screen to detect hand movements, which become visible to the camera like silhouettes once users press their fingers on the table. That lets the table display high resolution images but still function as a table, he said. Unlike a typical computer monitor, you can still set drinks on it.
  • cbespinel on 12 Sep 12
     
    This is a great way to collect the preferences of your customers, it definitely gives them new options that were not available before, the hospitality industry is constantly changing, technology becomes more important every day. This technology can also be a tool for management to keep track of sales and minimize theft.
Yi Sun

ILCO Electronic Hotel Locks - ATLAS - 0 views

www.kaba-ilco.com/...atlas_learn_more.aspx

hotel locks atlas tech

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  • Encoders can be connected at any workstation, whether at the front desk, the concierge desk or VIP check-in station. The system is OS-independent for the ultimate in compatibility, and it can be integrated with most point-of-sale (POS) and property management system workstations.
  • ATLAS targets small boutique style hotels to large-scale, full service resorts, including spa, ski and golf resorts, all inclusive, as well as gaming and casino hotels. Military market is another segment that would greatly benefit from the ATLAS system.
  • With its intuitive Web-based interface, ATLAS is also simple to learn and use. The menu-driven software provides on-screen help so that operators can resolve issues quickly and easily. Plus ATLAS will support a variety of languages, allowing operators to work in the language of their choice.
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  • ATLAS is a web based system that can be installed on existing IT infrastructure. It easily interfaces with other systems, uses standard encoding and device support.
  • Yi Sun on 20 Jan 12
     
    ATLAS sands for Advanced Technology Lodging Access System is designed for hotels that need to have a better control over their back office operations and that can rely on a system to provide secure access to their premises and accurate.
  • Yi Sun on 20 Jan 12
     
    I used to use this systme to make key cards for the customers in the hotel. It's really easy to make a key card and safe for both of the customers and hotels. For example, if a customer lost his/her key card, we can remake a new one that the old one is not able to open the door in case of a theive pick up the room card to access to the guest's room. I think in the future the access system will be more advanced like you can use a cellphone to access to your room or you just use your finger print or pupil to access your room. It also works for the access for the employees. Employees may access to the working area by using their figer print or pupil to in case of some of the stranger to access to the working area. This locking system may be still have a large space to develop. This will make the hotel more fashionable and more intersting for the customers. We used to have the oringinal keys but now most of the hotels use key cards. Today also some of the hotel use mobile phones to access to the room, here still some security issues to be pay attetion like if someone lost their mobile phones. So from my opinion the future room key fotr the hotels will be better to use the unique identity of the human to access to the room.
Yanqiu Li

Unlocking the future: Hotels to see new security technology - Sci/Tech - DNA - 0 views

www.dnaindia.com/...to-see-new-security-technology

unlocking future hotels security technology

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  • Your mobile can now literally be the key to your future and open many doors, thanks to a new technology that can have your cellphone talking to your locks.
  • Near Field Communication technology that makes mobiles do your work
  • s automatically loaded with an electronic wallet and encrypted code and hotel room number.
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  • The technology enables a user with an NFC-enabled mobile and a booking in an NFC-enabled hotel to breeze in and out, sans all hassles.
  • GPS coordinator
  • pay bills i
  • Yanqiu Li on 10 Jul 13
     
    The article give tourists amazing stuffs while they are travel around world. Instead of keeping a key to guest room, a mobile with new technology app enalbles them to enter their rooms without any key or card and so forth. What's more through this technology, guests can get access to places of interests, shoppiing area to get directions, transportation, drink and food, anything that they need during they are out of hotels. It allows guests to use it as a electronic purse to easily consume anywhere at anytime. Now there are some hotels in USA, are now install this new technology, which indicates a new way for guests to enter the properties. And it will be more sate to carry a necessarymobile with guests rather than a little key or card, which are much easier to lose or be stolen, I believe, the new technology both benefits guests and hotels.
Donald Wojciechowski

Employee-Tracking Data Making Case for Working Face to Face - 0 views

www.shrm.org/...racking-Employees-At-Work.aspx

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  • In 2008, Bank of America became one of the first organizations to test electronic badges that tracked and analyzed employee behavior. The experiment, in which call-center workers agreed to be followed electronically for a month, found that groups of employees who spent time together were more productive.
  • The tracking-badge technology used in the Bank of America tests, developed at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Media Lab
  • “Human social interaction is rapidly becoming more measurable at a large scale, thanks to always-on sensors like cellphones. The next challenge is to use what we learn from this behavioral data to influence or enhance how people work with each other,”
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  • Based on Sociometric Solutions’ finding that people who ate in larger lunch groups were more productive,
  • Human resources consultant and writer Susan Heathfield of Williamston, Mich., agreed that creativity and productivity are better when employees work together on site.
  • “We have found that when we put together teams of seven to 12 people and give them an assignment,” they do phenomenally and socialize more than people sitting in cubicles,
  • Michael Arena, a former Bank of America executive, believes that more companies will adopt sensor technology to assess and improve performance.
  • Donald Wojciechowski on 24 Jul 13
     
    This article discusses the use of electronic badges to analyze employee behavior. Over all it found that employees that spent time together were more productive. Other options to track and analyze employee behavior are with cell phones. The use of technology in badges to track and analyze employees was developed by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Media Lab. The article discusses the next challenge is to learn from the data collected and then influence how people work together. The badges do not collect actual voice discussions of the employee. The data collected is limited to employee movement, the tone of their voice and with whom they are talking. Office design is one area that the data is being used. For example, a water cooler may be placed is a specific location to make sure certain employees come in contact with each other. Other studies have shown that employees, such as programmers, who work in groups, are 8% more efficient when collaboration on a project is needed then working remotely. Overall the general consensus of the article is that creativity and productivity are better when people work together on site.
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