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How technology is changing the way we plan and experience events - 4 views

mashable.com/...event-planning-technology

shared by mjbengo04 on 27 Feb 15 - No Cached
  • "With this kind of technology, attendees can now ask unlimited questions, and moderators can quickly filter out ones that don't make sense or that disrupt the flow. Furthermore, because speakers can clearly see the questions being asked, they do not get lost among the noise of status updates."
  • Old models are falling away and technology is giving both planners and event participants an opportunity to grow and revisit the underlying ideas about how event spaces work.
  • "When anyone who has a Bluetooth-enabled device walks past the hotspot, it automatically triggers some sort of video, push notification or message. It's particularly great for welcome tables, so you can send a welcome message, or if you want to announce a retail opportunity, like a special product on sale, somewhere at your event."
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  • "Instead of playing on a [map layout], you can walk around in the real world as you look at your screen. And you can do more than simply collect items: You can take over territory, collect virtual items and use them to become more influential."
  • Wearable tech
  • mjbengo04 on 07 Oct 16
     
    As the world has moved forward with technology, so to has the world of events and event planning. Planners are able to connect with the guests on a whole different level and events have the technology to be able to keep the attendees engaged and interacted. From flying drones to social media, technology has helped selling events a much easier process.
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How HRIS Can Help with Payroll Compliance Management - 0 views

www.hrpayrollsystems.net/-payroll-compliance-management

shared by mjbengo04 on 28 Sep 16 - No Cached
  • Payroll is one of the most important aspects of human resources management. If payroll is managed efficiently and properly, employees will be paid on time and the correct deductions will be made and sent to the appropriate places.
  • Having an HRIS handle these functions can help to reduce the likelihood of tax audits, can improve the odds of passing an audit, and can minimize the chances that you will be penalized for non-compliance issues.
  • An HRIS can be set up to send alerts when compliance needs change and can provide in-depth information about how to comply with new requirements.
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  • Certain types of information that is pertinent to compliance needs must stored for a set amount of time, such as four years for all FICA information and FUTA information.
  • An HRIS can be set up with rules, so that it isn’t possible to schedule minors more than a certain number of hours and alerts are sent out when employees reach a certain number of hours in a day or week and need a break or are coming close to overtime.
  • Certain reports must be filed with certain government agencies at different times of year to prove compliance. An HRIS can be set up to alert managers when these reports are due so that they can be sent out on time with all of the required information.
  • mjbengo04 on 28 Sep 16
     
    This article talks about the many functions an HRIS has and how a business can benefit from having one. From managing payroll efficiently and properly to alerting you of any updates to the FLSA. Having such a system in place can help the HR department comply with the regulations of payroll needs and government audits.
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Beacons lighting the way for airport investment - 0 views

www.tnooz.com/...-airport-it-investment-beacons

shared by mjbengo04 on 21 Sep 16 - No Cached
  • Not only are airports looking to deploy the technology to ease congestion for passengers within the airport  but they are also seeking to use them for ‘on the day of travel’ services by combining it with mobile applications.
  • According to the latest Airport IT Trends report from SITA, 30% are planning major investment in sensor technology to help ease bottlenecks while 51% are evaluating the technology.
  • When it comes to ‘on the day of travel’ services, areas such as wayfinding and flight status notifications are on the cards for 61% of airports while notifications such as parking availability and queuing times are planned by 58% of airlines.
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  • Business intelligence to improve passenger flow as well as help manage disruption is also highlighted as area for investment in the study with more than 60% of airports saying they plan to equip staff with mobile apps to help handle disruption by the end of 2018.
  • Overall, 55% say they are planning business intelligence initiatives to manage passenger flow in the next three years.
  • mjbengo04 on 21 Sep 16
     
    This article speaks about beacon technology in airports. Beacons use Bluetooth technology to prompt the display of information, such as luggage location, directly to the users phone or tablet. This investment is hoping to show less congestion for passengers in the airports. She talks about how beacons are being deployed at security and check-in areas of an airport. In conclusion, airports are willing to invest this money in order to not only satisfy their guests, but also increase revenue by attracting new and old passengers.
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Oracle puts Micros Opera hotel services in the cloud - Tnooz - 0 views

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shared by mjbengo04 on 12 Sep 16 - No Cached
  • It was June 2014 when Oracle, the IT giant, bought Micros Systems, one of the biggest providers of software and hardware to hospitality businesses.
  • Today, Oracle rolled out cloud-based versions of those Micros solutions under the name Oracle Hospitality cloud services.
  • They aim to enable hotel staff to provide guests with services via smartphones and other mobile devices, while using mobile devices (such as Oracle Micros tablets and other major brand tablets and smartphones) on their own for running property management services.
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  • The tools are supposed to make it easier to collect details on guest preferences to build customer profiles and provide better service.
  • Oracle is offering an additional set of tools for managing rates and allocation of room inventory to various distribution channels via its new Distribution Cloud.
  • mjbengo04 on 12 Sep 16
     
    This article speaks about the powerhouse called Oracle Micros, which was created in 2014 when Oracle bought Micros Systems. As we have talked recently about cloud computing, Oracle has now began to use the cloud in its Micros systems. This is in order to be able to provide an even better service to all guests, while making it easier on the management to collect information on guests. It also talks about how by using these cloud-based versions of Micros that staff will be able to provide service to guests through means of mobile devices.
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Future of Global Distribution for Airline Travel - 1 views

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shared by mjbengo04 on 09 Feb 12 - No Cached
  • Then travel companies would be charged to have the Direct Connect system in the long run, thus paying for the opportunity to sell American flights.
  • American suggests that distribution companies begin using Direct Connect, powered by Farelogix. Travel professionals view this alternative concept as having to use a separate system for American Airlines reservations, possibly complimentary on a trial basis to the travel management company.
  • This may be the biggest travel industry news in the United States and beyond, since the deletion of travel agency commissions. There is also the possibility that more consumers will begin relying on travel agents to locate the best airfares.
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  • They suggest it will make ancillary fees, such as priority seat and meal fees easier to track for business travel.
  • Imagine if every airline used a separate reservation system to distribute flight information, instead of the familiar global distribution systems (GDS) in place now. Individuals and travel professionals would have to compare flight costs on every reservation website or call each airline separately.
  • If every airline decides to utilize a different system and charge for their product to be sold, then travel companies may have to forward their costs to travelers, hence driving up the price of airfares.
  • mjbengo04 on 06 Sep 16
     
    This article explains the distribution route American Airlines is taking to sell their flights. Due to not seeing eye to eye with the two most probably used websites for travel, Expedia and Orbitz, American has now taken their products away from both airline distribution sites. American suggest that all travel agencies and distribution companies begin using Direct Connect, which is a system for only American Airlines flights. If this would happen, travel agencies and companies will then begin having to pay for the system in order to sell Americans flights. At the moment you can still book flights through other distribution sites, but until when will that be? They already stopped Orbitz and Expedia, what's not to stop the others. The future of global distribution systems will be up in the air if all airlines choose to sell their own systems to be able to sell reservations. The only positive that was pointed out in this article was that if this system takes over, then more consumers will have to go back to using travel agents to secure the best reservations for flights and such.
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10 "Green" Hotel Initiatives Every Event Planner Should Know About - 0 views

www.thebalance.com/negotiate-with-a-hotel-1223819

shared by mjbengo04 on 30 Aug 16 - No Cached
  • As environmental concerns and the popularity of eco-friendly practices like green meetings continue to increase, it’s important for meeting and event planners to continually expand their own knowledge of sustainability, particularly as it relates to the venues, vendors, and the work of other event services professionals.
  • Understanding these green hotel initiatives can offer event planners more to consider when selecting hotels for their client's programs whether as a venue for the event itself or as the choice for overnight accommodations for out-of-town guests.
  • Just a few years ago, RockResorts, along with its director of environmental affairs decided upon ten initiatives to adopt within Vail Resorts’ hotels and properties as their sustainable practices starting point. These ten initiatives have since become the norm for hotels looking to offer more sustainable services.
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  • From central operations such as boilers to lighting systems, kitchen equipment, and automated energy management systems, hotels globally are working to reduce energy use while sustaining
  • Efforts include the linen and towel reuse programs that are now an industry standard to installation of low-flow faucets, showerheads, and other fixtures.
  • Hotels and resorts are integrating more and more selections in menus of all types that integrate organic produce, hormone free meats and dairy, and other natural products that offer guests healthier food selections.
  • Many hotel companies are shifting to card options made from paper, wood, and bioplastic that are better for the environment but equally as durable.
  • Recognizing the importance of safer products for guests and employees as well as the natural environment, many hotels have shifted to cleaning products that are made with bio-based oils and other natural cleaners.
  • A shift to more sustainable and healthier cuisine offers travelers unique opportunities to experience a greater connection to the locations they are visiting in a more sustainable way
  • Many hotels are making a statement by offering guests custom formulated amenities.
  • A growing trend with all types of spas is the integration of treatments that feature local and indigenous ingredients as well as natural and organic products.
  • mjbengo04 on 30 Aug 16
     
    According to Rob Hard, sustainability awareness has grown quite substantially. Now it is a must for for all employees in the industry, not only leaders, to extend their knowledge in sustainability practices. This article focuses on event planners and how understanding a hotel green initiatives can help make their selection of a hotel to be in the clients interest. Nowadays, hotels are slowly transitioning into becoming a green hotel for this reason. Some few initiatives that were talked about were the following: energy conservation, water conservation, bottled water alternatives, and recycling and waste reduction.
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How to Choose the Best Property Management System - 0 views

www.business-software.com/...est-property-management-system

shared by mjbengo04 on 25 Aug 16 - No Cached
  • The top hotel management software also regulates front- and back-end operations, accounts, restaurant operations and housekeeping staff, working in an interconnected and smooth manner.
  • What modules and features are included in your property management system?
  • How will my hotel revenues increase from using your PMS?
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  • To ensure that your property management system will benefit company revenue, choose a vendor (and product) that is experienced, has a strong presence in the market, demonstrates domain expertise and offers high-quality post-sales system support.
  • Is this PMS system affordable for my property type?
  • You may also find it beneficial to ask vendors about their clients’ average return on investment (ROI) to get a better understanding of the cost benefits your company will receive after implementing the solution.
  • Note: Many basic features of a PMS don’t connect with OTAs, leaving the hotelier to manually manage room inventory and rates, which can be tedious and costly.
  • Is the property management system delivered on-premise or as a SaaS solution?
  • Hoteliers often have a good sense of what they need in a PMS, so think carefully before investing and don’t feel rushed to pick a solution. Furthermore, don’t let the cost factor be a constraint (within reason), as cheaper software may cost you in the long run.
  • mjbengo04 on 25 Aug 16
     
    This article shares both the difficulties and advantages of obtaining a property management system for a hotel. You want to look for a PMS that can not only check a guest in but also function for all departments of the hotel and with other software that is used in the hotel. There are many details one needs to look at before buying a PMS for the hotel, for example what is the return on investment or will this system bring more revenue to the hotel. I believe that the right PMS for a hotel works many wonders both in revenue and being able to satisfy the guest.
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