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Web based system to create any type of event and be able to book and organize any amenity needed for the event. Complete customization of event can be done and all legal and binging documents can be added in order to be followed and agreeded on.

IBM, the largest I.T. corporation, are suing the Priceline Group for abusing IBM's patents without authorization and should pay for damages of infringement. Priceline has ignored IBM's previous warning about the same issue back in 2011. The patent being used by Prineline is a system that hundreds of websites are currently using. Is it fair that these system from IBM are patentable? However, if IBM has the rights to these systems, why should the Priceline Group be able to abuse it without any authorizations? Should this be a lesson with other companies practicing the 'wait and see approach'?

In the age of apps and mobile technology, something told me this one was coming. I found an interesting article about 10 travel companies being sued by a mobile app producing company for copyright infringement. Air Transport World is reporting that MarcoSolve Inc., based out of Oklahoma, is suing several airlines and other companies, including Avis Rent A Car, the Hertz Corp., Hipmunk Inc., Hotels.com, Priceline.com and Travelocty.com. The patent that MacroSolve is suing over grants the company the ability to download apps to any mobile device, collect data from those device users and send that data back to a central database. On a travel-based application, this would be conceived as the ability to track user location and automate social networking connectivity. MacroSolve was finally granted the patent in 2010 following several revisions when the company originally filed in 2002. More than 30 other companies other non-travel based companies were also sued by MacroSolve for infringement. However, a patent consultancy is claiming that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office granted the same patent for the invention to different companies. When considering the app world and app technology, the article indicates that there are only very small differences in software that distinguish one patent from another. As app-building technology continues, I believe news reports will begin to reveal more litigation like this. This is the type of technology that tends to overlap in design. For example, the article says the MacroSolve patent on differed in its use of its app terms like "poll", and "survey". Air Transport World reports the recent litigation is forcing some foreign developers away from the U.S. market.

This article expounds how Monscierge, a hospitality technology company, continues to exceed expectations for new mobile-based services in the hospitality industry.The article also highlights the fact that this company has achieved this by specializing in mobile and wearables, computer software and lobby devices throughout the world. Monscierge has received the award of its' second patent for mobile services provided to hospitality customers. This allows hotels to receive a request for additional towels from guests using mobile devices, the request reaches a staff member who would then acknowledge the request, provide an estimated time of delivery and complete this delivery. Whereas in the past such requests via mobile devices were only made for services such as food & beverage, maintenance issues, additional room items, valet return and even customized guest requirements. All in all, this company's ultimate goal is to make technology "easy to use, easy to scale, and affordable for hospitality".

Green initiative has a great value for both economy and environment. Some countries' governments had drafed some regulations supporting this concept of development. Canada is one of the most early contries focusing on thise issues. The Cnadian Intellectual Property Office is mainly responsible for detail jobs related to green technology developing and spreading. They made some standerds toward some primary industries in both demastic and international market. Nowadays, they plan to update their strategies and standards to make these industries more productivity and eco-friendly. All of the agencies or ministries regarding to these issues attmpt to iprove their ability to solve green product problems through a proaction approach. In my opinion, all of these efforts are benefit to sustaianable development of local economy and society.

VingCard Elsafe has received a US patent for VISIONLINE, which is a wireless networking platform that connects electronic locks and other guest room devices. VISIONLINE communicate with the server via radio frequency, so guests no longer have to worry about key cards and hotels no longer have to worry about the battery life of the locks. VISIONLINE uses the only highly secured open platform, making it a safe electronic option. VingCard Elsafe also developed ORION which is used in hotel rooms to maximize sustainability by monitoring guest room conditions.

This article stresses the importance of the communication between a central authentication server and the PMS at a chain hotel. Not only is the connection of the communication important. But also the internet connection that goes thought the hotel.

Apple filed a lawsuit against Samsung last year alleging smartphones and computer tablets made by the world's largest technology company are illegal knockoffs of Apple's popular iPhone and iPad products. Cupertino-based Apple is demanding $2.5 billion in damages, an award that would dwarf the largest patent-related verdict to date.

When you think of where point of sales systems are typically used you think of a restaurant, hotel, stadium, retail store, etc. A medicinal marijuana store is the last place that would come to mind, at least for me personally. I think this article really shows how common and wide spread POS systems have become. MJ Freeway software tracks the sales and inventory of medical cannabis dispensaries. Their tagline is encouraging better business practices because their software is "guaranteed to always be state compliant." I love the literal naming of their software. GrowTracker and GramTracker are the inventory tracking tools that address discrepancies due to issues such as spillage or even evaporation. The incorporation of WeedTracker, WeedMaps, and Quickbooks also makes life a little easier for their clients and patients. Having a product specific point of sales which tracks patients names, status and transactions is very important in the medicinal cannabis industry and MJ Freeway delivers. The one thing I don't quite understand is how the POS allows for flexibility at POS for "buds that weigh heavy." However if that is an issue it is good that this advance system already has a solution. I found it refreshing to read about a POS in a completely different environment then a hotel yet with very similar capabilities.

Now more than ever, introduction of products that help preserve the health of staff and guests are an imperative for hotels and resorts. This article introduces this patented antimicrobial hotel key card technology to the hospitality industry.

Revel Systems is an iPad point of sale company that is backed by $3.7 million in funding. The Revel Router is an Apple certified made for iPad technology that allows shops to run their POS through an Apple iPad. The company is selling the device as a package deal which includes an iPad, the routerm peripherals and the POS software. Currently there are 300 locations installed. Revel CEO Lisa Falzone says that a restaurant owner or retail owner doesnt even know when the internet goes out and with the iPad being on either 3G or 4G connectivity this problem will not exist. Also the need for intenret is eliminated due to the iPad. The system isnt really designed for mobility but rather it aims to replace the existing, stationary setups at the point of sale. The starting package is $3,330 and includes an iPad, cash box, printer, credit card swiper, the router, and the software license. The company offers two support pacakges and meail and online ticketing support for $100/month or per terminal fee thats available 24/7. The use of the iPad will make it easier for an establishment that is just starting out. Rather than running wires and installing internet, the use of the iPad will give the same functionality that a regualr touchscreen POS can bring. The amount of downtime due to internet failure is virtually non existent and the cost is at a very affordable price for any restaurant..

Hotel Communication Network HCN is a corporation that serves hoteliers who have embraced in-room technology as a costeffective and guest-friendly way to automate and enhace guest services while reinforcing the hotel's brand message. In recent 2 years, HCN has secessfully practiced in hospitality industry wide, to hotel opertators and convention maangers. It is a breakthrough for the hoteliers because it makes the GM directly reach every guest in every room with instant personal communication and with the ability to customize hotel service offerting. From the customer pespect, this technology is accepted and loved by majority of the guests.

This article shows a new way to make green hospitality. Compare the tradition way, the new technology will save the energy cost and provide the comfortable environment at the same time.

More businesses moving to solar energy and this is just one of the opportunities to make hotels and other accommodation type operations more environmentally friendly. Technologies best use is when a totally new development is engineered for the lowest environment impact but excellent results are achieved by refurbishing existing hotels. As consumers demand more eco-friendly vacation choices, the tourism industry is responding with energy-efficient and carbon friendly resorts and hotels. The hotel says the output from the system will help reduce New Jersey's CO2 emissions by 10,000 tons over the next 30 years, and will help lessen oil dependence by at least 749 barrels annually.

Pineapple Hospitality has chosen Zmail from the company ZDirect, as the platform they will use for their email marketing campaign. Because Pineapple Management is a growing company, the want to improve the way they communicate with their customers. Siting that it is important to have a platform that works both ways. Allowing the hotel to contact the customers and allowing the customers to contact the hotel. Zmail operates by using their content engine to capture guest behavior, purchase history and preferences. It then send individual transaction emails, emails that cater to the customer individually as opposed to mass emails to all customer. ZDirect offers this service with Zmail that is directly focused on communicating with the "right customers", those who are most likely to be loyal customers to the hotel and spend more money with the hotel. Because Pineapple Hospitality wishes to expand beyond their current market, Zmail is an ideal tool to use to identify potential customers. Since the company has been using Zmail, they have seen a ten percent increase in click-through rates.

Generally, digital bill folder provides solution to two kinds of problem : simplifying the checking procedure and reducing skimming.

This article indicated the new technology and innovation of PMS which called intellectual property management system (IPMS). IPM helps organizations evaluated their patent portfolios. And organization have developed IPMS to cater these needs, and ensure availability of information and database for strategic decision-making. IPMS has five key area of responsibility are generation of IP, IP portfolio management, IP evaluation, competitive assessment and strategic decision-making. It also help asset management to analyse the data, maintain the inventory. This article also introduced the development of IPMS at IIT Bombay, and the whole process of this system and its development in India.

The new relationship between hotel marketing automation provider ZDirect and global travel technology company Sabre Hospitality solutions has proven to be a very successful new way for connect a company with its customers. Customers can make reservation easier and faster way through this new technology. This technology also increases brand-recognition for customers and two way communications between customers and retailer. It also help a company from building up its brand to make sure the brand will operate smoothly to make this combination a very powerful technology for hospitality industry. One of its very successful technique is that it will create a unique personalized profile for each customer based on his or her behaviors.

Vantage Hospitality Group utilizes ZDirect's Zmail to market to guests behaviors and preferences. The company has teamed up with Sabre Hospitality Solutions to simplify reservations. ZDirects data collection has created a personalized communication that seems less automated, while Sabre Hospitality Solutions has expanded their audience. They work together to achieve "maximum profit from unsold perishable room inventory."

This article is about the success eMarketing of ZDirect and Sabre Hospitality Solutions. The emarketing provides the hotels online and mobile communication tools which is a good improving of two-way communications. It is an efficient and dependable process that help guests to receive email confirmation immediately. 

POS System has provided convenience for many company and stores, but at the same time, Internet security issues cannot be ignored.