Expect the hospitality industry to capitalize on these trends in 2017. Get ready to pay for your stay with a mobile app. Also, we will see more and more digital marketing.
Hotels POS systems are at risk for customers. Hackers are using tactics like Phishing and ransomware. Hotels must take action and arm themselves with a "toolbelt" of security options to combat the hackers.
This article highlights the benefits and the potential issues of cloud based accounting information systems. Among the concerns are security and reliability, and can the cloud readiness.
This article talks about the available restaurant systems(POS) for restaurant operations. It highlights the pros and cons so that you are able to decide which will best suit your operations needs. A few that are listed are Ambur, Breadcrumb Pro, and Lavu.
StayNTouch could be the next best thing when it comes to hotel PMS systems. This software combines cloud software with customer service and revenue management mindset.
Hotels are going beyond just encouraging guests to reuse linens and towels. The WTTC and Green Hotel Association are making an effort to implement green initiatives in the industry.
This article talks about how technology has made it easier for consumers to spend their money. Some of the keys to success are by going mobile and personalizing the experience.
A Russian cybercrime group is targeting credit card data in North America and in Europe known as Carbank. Their end goal is steal your money. To combat this Trustwave has launched a cyber an attack against the group.
Carnival has introduced a bluetooth band similar to what Disney offers. Ocean Medallion has the ability to track guest preferences so that Carnival Corp can better serve its guests. It can do everything from ordering your drink to paying your tab. Ocean Medallion will mostly affect guests shopping, gambling, and shore excursion experiences. Its big debut is set for November 12, 2017 in Fort Lauderdale aboard the Princess Cruises.