Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP) are developing a global hospitality accounting system users guide. This a unique resource in that they plan to document how the industry is actually performing the process, as opposed to mandating a process. Students in Switzerland collect the data, it is then distributed to regional teams of industry professionals that are chaired by industry consultants. These teams will develop sample charts of accounts and common allocations for their specific areas, and lastly the team chairs will finalize the project by authoring a discussion on similarities or differences of allocations. The initial guide will be published in English, with plans to distribute globally in multiple languages.

"IQware is the technology destination of choice for vacation rental properties looking to bolster their business, efficiency and bottom-line results". IQware offers vacation rental businesses to keep up with new technology and as a result provide an optimized experience for guests. IQware's developmental team works with vacation rental managers to provide unmatched functionality. One of the advantages of IQware is that it is "infinitely customizable". IQ ware also has IQ aps (Asset Protection Software) that allows property owners to audit the quality of their accommodations. IQaps can also be used to schedule, manage, and analyze on aspects of maintenance. This software has "online booking solutions" that promote properties and allow guests and travel agents to interactively book. This system is run on a safe and secure network and provides 24/7 support to users. This systems also offers many ROI generating tools.

There are concerns about how Room Key will gain a stable consumer base ".. the average consumer-how do they even learn about Room Key?" However it is clear that Room Key will be more accurate and reliable when consumers search through rates for participating hotels. Room Key has been created to offer "one last shot to convince the consumer." However, there are some hotel franchiser's that will not continue backing this project.

This article emphasizes the shift in marketing from a "one-way marketing model" to a "two-way dialogue." This shift to digital marketing is also effective in providing marketers with much insight about their target markets that was not as readily available in the past. This article also discusses the importance of return on investment (ROI) when selecting an advertising campaign.

Fujitsu has released a 2-inch mobile receipt printer that is compatible with apple iOS, blackberry, and android systems. It also has bluetooth and USB interfaces to support connectivity with various mobile computing devices.