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Stefanie Michaels: HOTELS TAKING "GOING GREEN" TO NEW TOPS WITH GREEN ROOFS - 1 views

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  • Green roofs, also called 'vegetative', 'living', or 'eco-roofs', are living plants installed on top of traditional roofs. In addition to providing a haven for birds and other wildlife, the green roof provides many other benefits for the environment-- the reduction of storm water runoff, reduction in the amount of blacktop roofs in the city which reduces the heat island effect and reduction of HVAC cooling loads resulting in the lowering of utility bills. Green roofs also have the additional advantages of lengthening the waterproofing membrane life of the roof and help to improve the air and water quality of the area.
  • Green roofs, also called 'vegetative', 'living', or 'eco-roofs', are living plants installed on top of traditional roofs. In addition to providing a haven for birds and other wildlife, the green roof provides many other benefits for the environment-- the reduction of storm water runoff, reduction in the amount of blacktop roofs in the city which reduces the heat island effect and reduction of HVAC cooling loads resulting in the lowering of utility bills. Green roofs also have the additional advantages of lengthening the waterproofing membrane life of the roof and help to improve the air and water quality of the area.
  • Green roofs, also called 'vegetative', 'living', or 'eco-roofs', are living plants installed on top of traditional roofs. In addition to providing a haven for birds and other wildlife, the green roof provides many other benefits for the environment-- the reduction of storm water runoff, reduction in the amount of blacktop roofs in the city which reduces the heat island effect and reduction of HVAC cooling loads resulting in the lowering of utility bills. Green roofs also have the additional advantages of lengthening the waterproofing membrane life of the roof and help to improve the air and water quality of the area.
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  • Green roofs, also called 'vegetative', 'living', or 'eco-roofs', are living plants installed on top of traditional roofs. In addition to providing a haven for birds and other wildlife, the green roof provides many other benefits for the environment-- the reduction of storm water runoff, reduction in the amount of blacktop roofs in the city which reduces the heat island effect and reduction of HVAC cooling loads resulting in the lowering of utility bills. Green roofs also have the additional advantages of lengthening the waterproofing membrane life of the roof and help to improve the air and water quality of the area.
  • Irine Wallace on 28 Aug 12
     
    Green Initiative by Hilton Hotel Hotels as well as other service industries are looking for new ways to run more efficiently and looking to nature to give them some ideas. The latest in green technology is allowing hotels to push the eco-envelope and create energy efficient roof systems that also help the environment, and provide a visually beautiful space for their guests to enjoy. Hilton Hotel chain recently constructed Hilton Baltimore to break records with their proactive "green" policy, by creating garden to cover the entire roof, which Hilton looks upon as a commitment to the community and environment- a top level priority which stems from the top at the corporate level and is implemented down to the property level. This kind of innovation benefits all the major stakeholders…….it helps the environment by reducing rain water run-off, creates habitants for birds to thrive, helps to keep the hotel cool thereby reducing utility expense, it also provides a conducive atmosphere for the guest to enjoy and above all it generates good will for Hilton Hotels. This is not just happening in the U.S. Hotels around the globe are choosing to guide their business towards efficiency utilizing green roof technology. Besides recycling, and purchasing 'Green Sustainable Energy Credits' for 50% of the energy it utilizes annually, InterContinental Chicago hotel initiated "waste minimization" with a program that donates table scraps and leftover foods to local farms or composting sites. They have also introduced 'Green Weddings' and 'Green Meetings' options for event planners, bicycle rentals, organic wines and foods, and distribute seeds to employees to encourage giving back to the environment.
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Types Of Information Technology Used In Hospitality, Recreation & Tourism - 1 views

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  • Mirta Echazabal on 20 Jan 12
     
    The hospitality industry can be extremely overwhelming if all departments are not in sink because one department depends on the other. In order to increase efficiency and service delivery various hardware and software systems have to be implemented. For example: an application for making hotel reservations which is used to check availability of rates and rooms could be NovaPlus from multi system incorporation. This program provides access for the guest and allows hotel management to modification accessibility to discounts on base rates. Another software needed in the hotel industry is the point of sale which the PlacePoint program can be used from multi system incorporation. In this program employee/guest can place orders in the menu and it is known to be structured as user friendly. One of the most important applications in the industry would be the Property management application which is where all the guest contact information, preferences, revenue management and room sales strategy are located. Overall there are a numerous of software and hardware necessary in order to run a hotel efficiently. From my own experience I have worked with 3 different PMS systems, Brilliant, Epitome and Opera, it just seems that after learning one system I find that it was better then the last one. As technology advances I have found that the more updated PMS systems like Opera , work much better and have facilitated my working environment and user friendly. Whatever the previous systems lacked in efficiency for the employee, the new system definitely gained.
  • Diane Cacho on 20 Jan 12
     
    The hospitality industry consists of a service industry that includes lodging restaurants event planning transportation and so on. It relies heavily on the availability of leisure time and disposable income. It all requires the aid of facility maintenance, direct operations, housekeepers, kitchen workers, etc in which they all serve the industry in different ways. So this program helps runs a hotel business for example a lot smoother for the guests and hotel management. These PMS programs although not always reliable if there were a power outage, are all well structured and efficient. Epitome for example is backed by highly effective training, may offer considerable value for money and is continued by ongoing support and assistance.
  • Jordan Failing on 13 Feb 12
     
    This article discusses the types of information Technology that is used in the Hospitality industry. These systems are needed, to make sure the business runs seamlessly without problem. Most of the systems rely on each other to run properly, and different departments need these systems in order to make the whole business work together efficiently. The essential Technology needed is Computer Software and hardware. Reservation Technology for booking guests. Property management application, POS Systems, and applications for Food and beverage and conference management.
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Wireless service: Waiters toting tablets, wine lists via Wi-F - 0 views

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  • wait staff with iPods and iPads to take food orders.
  • he iPod's point-of-sale system application wirelessly sends the customer' order to the kitchen - free of illegible handwriting.
  • the retail price for his two iPads and 10 iPod Touches, plus $2,000 for the software license. He expects to recover the cost through reduced expenses on pens and paper.
  • Emily Bova on 26 Jan 12
     
    Restaurants have been turning more to high tech tools to better their services. A restaurant in Chapel Hill, NC has given its wait staff iPods and iPads to take food orders instead of writing with a pen and paper. Guests can look at photos of the dishes to help them make their decision and when the order is complete, the server can send it wirelessly to the kitchen.  This is a great way to increase customer service and overall satisfaction on both ends. It reduces wrong orders and is a green incentive as it eliminates much of the restaurant's paper use. However, it is a pricey investment to make. The restaurant owner in Chapel Hill said he expects to recover the cost in the long run through reduced expenses on paper and pens.  The wait staff reported they liked this new way of taking orders because they don't have to worry about their writing being illegible or their hand cramping up from writing so fast. It is beneficial for the customers in that it is a more interactive way for them to order and get something they have a better chance of liking since they can see photos. It also eliminates problems seeing a printed menu in dark lighting. Additionally, orders are processed right away so guests don't have to worry about their food taking a long time to come out because the server either forgot to put it in or they were running around doing other things before getting to the POS station. 
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Cloud Computing and the Hospitality Industry | ehotelier.com News Archives - 1 views

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  • Cloud systems decrease the cost of entry to hotels and provide an extended arm of computer power which makes the service unilaterally accessible
  • Reduces costs and resources
  • Faster services
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  • Stronger Security
  • Accessible information
  • Cloud services are faster and more efficient which improves customer service by decreasing waiting times and providing a more personalised service on arrival.
  • Cloud allows hotels the capacity to partner with travel agencies and provide practical applications of data sharing services. Booking appointments can be made swiftly through this process reducing manpower and administration tasks.
  • Jia Kim on 12 Sep 13
     
    Instead of dealing with information through internal servers or recording customer visits through booking and in house systems, hotels adapt cloud systems that decreases costs and resources. Cloud Systems are faster and more efficient to run business better by shortening waiting time to get data and providing a customized service. Cloud Systems enables hotels to associated with travel agencies or other organizations and also provide practical applications for data sharing. Booking appointment process can be made simply through cloud systems that costs less and reduces manpower. From the article, cloud computing is a better way to run business. It really decreased costs related with labor(IT teams or person), products(hard ware, soft ware). It seems that hotels have made most of the advantages of cloud systems than any other businesses.
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Hotel technology trends that are changing how hotels do business - 1 views

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  • Choice created the software in 2003 as an inexpensive solution for franchisees of its economy brands.
  • The PMS had a lot of growing pains at first, but eventually it became more and more cloud enabled and was adopted across the company.
  • “A lot of companies had outsourced their IT and now they’re bringing it back in house because they can do almost everything they need on the cloud or through software as a service.
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  • Switching to the cloud from a client server platform pays off with a big drop in both the initial capital outlay and the ongoing operating costs for the property management and other systems.
  • pects of a franchisee’s business, from guest check-ins and housekeeping services to billing and finances. Over time new features have been rolled into the software platform making it more robust and useful for hotel owners—it’s currently distributed in eight countries and available in four languages. And while plenty of cloud-based PMS packages are now available from third-party vendors like Micros, Maestro, and RoomKey, Choice’s internal solution has garnered its fair share of attention. “We had been getting knocks on the door from IT vendors at other hotel companies and individual Choice franchisees that own other brands, saying they were interested in our product,” says Pacious, “So we set up a new division so we could take a look at other opportunities we could develop.” This led the company to launch SkyTouch last year, a new division that develops and markets cloud-based software solutions to hotels inside and outside the Choice system. Pages: 1 2 3 4 2013-06-18 Sean Downey !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js";fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document,"script","twitter-wjs"); (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src = "//connect.facebook.net/en_US/all.js#xfbml=1"; fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs); }(document, 'script', 'facebook-jssdk')); (function() { var po = document.createElement('script'); po.type = 'text/javascript'; po.async = true; po.src = 'https://apis.google.com/js/plusone.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(po, s); })(); (function() { var li = document.createElement('script'); li.type = 'text/javascript'; li.async = true; li.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https:' : 'http:') + '//platform.stumbleupon.com/1/widgets.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(li, s); })(); inShare0 Related Articles attachment-3
  • his led the company to launch SkyTouch last year, a new division that develops and markets cloud-based software solutions to hotels inside and outside the Choice system. Pages: 1 2 3 4 2013-06-18 Sean Downey !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js";fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document,"script","twitter-wjs"); (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src = "//connect.facebook.net/en_US/all.js#xfbml=1"; fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs); }(document, 'script', 'facebook-jssdk')); (function() { var po = document.createElement('script'); po.type = 'text/javascript'; po.async = true; po.src = 'https://apis.google.com/js/plusone.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(po, s); })(); (function() { var li = document.createElement('script'); li.type = 'text/javascript'; li.async = true; li.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https:' : 'http:') + '//platform.stumbleupon.com/1/widgets.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(li, s); })(); inShare0 Related Articles Hotel Market Insight: Cleveland a
  • This led the company to launch SkyTouch last year, a new division that develops and markets cloud-based software solutions to hotels inside and outside the Choice system.
  • Alyssa Westmeyer on 03 Oct 13
     
    Choice Hotels has been a industry leader in the cloud PMS movement. They identified the opportunity to create their own platform 10 years ago when cloud was barely on the radar and have now successfully distributed it to 5,500 of their properties. Unique functionality built into the system is internet redundancy via cellular data plan, company-wide campaign pop-up messages to staff, interface to Pegasus and revenue management through predictive analytics. The platform has been so successful that, in response to inquiries from other companies who wanted to use Choice's proprietary system themselves, they created an additional revenue stream by establishing a separate company that sells and creates custom cloud PMS systems. One advantage pointed out is that managers no longer need to be on property to access and make changes to their PMS. While this is hugely beneficial to the majority of the industry (who already work long hours and visit the property on their day off), there may be some who take advantage of the situation. If this becomes the case, less oversight at the property means that operations has the potential to slip. It doesn't seem that this is a concern for Choice Hotels but it should be considered.
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Eric Lundgren, 'e-waste' recycling innovator, faces prison for trying to extend life sp... - 0 views

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  • Eric Lundgren is obsessed with recycling electronics.
  • He built an electric car out of recycled parts that far outdistanced a Tesla in a  test. He launched what he thinks is the first “electronic hybrid recycling” facility in the United States, which turns discarded cellphones and other electronics into functional devices, slowing the stream of harmful chemicals and metals into landfills and the environment. His California-based company processes more than 41 million pounds of e-waste each year and counts IBM, Motorola and Sprint among its clients.
  • But an idea Lundgren had to prolong the life of personal computers could land him in prison.
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  • Prosecutors said the 33-year-old ripped off Microsoft by manufacturing 28,000 counterfeit discs with the company’s Windows operating system on them. He was convicted of conspiracy and copyright infringement, which brought a 15-month prison sentence and a $50,000 fine.
  • espence13 on 21 Jan 19
     
    You may perceive the name Eric Lundgren. In 2017, he was everywhere throughout the news for making a $13,000 DIY electric vehicle with a 380 or more mile extend, effectively besting a Tesla. His LA-based organization worked in overseeing e-waste from regular electronic gadgets like cell phones and PCs. He's committed a huge number of hours to recuperating batteries, engines, and circuits from disposed of things reuse in wheelchairs, vehicles, or even different PCs. At 19, he began an organization to refurbish and offer PCs given to him by corporate customers like Dell, Asus, and Lenovo. At the point when a PC is sold or scrapped the Windows license accompanying it is legitimately transferrable to the new proprietor, making reestablishing non-working PCs and exchanging them a generally simple process. With a real Windows license, everything necessary is introducing the working framework from a reestablish circle and connecting the license key to demonstrate it's a legitimate install. The license key was frequently shown on a sparkly sticker along the edge or base of a PC. The certificate of realness, and the license key, is all you'd have to authentically introduce a working rendition of Windows on a non-running device. Those that didn't have the sticker, Lundgren told the Los Angeles Times, he rejected, pitching the parts to be utilized in different machines. Yet, it's here that Lundgren kept running into inconvenience. In the wake of aggregating exactly 28,000 restore discs, similar discs that used to come included with a bought PC, in any event before makers began getting rid of optical drives, Lundgren endeavored to dispatch them to his accomplice, for use in reestablishing non-working gadgets. After Microsoft and Dell caught wind of the plan, Lundgren was issued an indictment and fines
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Right Property Management System is Key to Your Hotel's Success. - Saturday, 27th July ... - 1 views

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  • Ask any hotelier and they will all agree that a hotel management system plays a key role in their hotel’s success.
  • At the back-end, hotel software is even more important. The front office module, point of sale, accounts receivable, banquets and conferences, restaurant module, housekeeping, inventory, HR and Payroll, along with a host of other modules and apps in a hotel software must work in an interconnected and smooth manner.
  • you will have to additionally invest in purchasing, licensing and maintaining the back-end modules.
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  • Many times, a software vendor could simply be offering you a Front Office Module.
  • These software products may have integration issues, and can become major hurdles for your staff when they use the modules
  • your hotel runs a mission-critical operation.
  • Numerous integrations also means you could spend long hours networking and interacting with multiple vendors.
  • this could get restrictive and influence your other partnerships.
  • review about your potential software vendor is their experience in the industry
  • investing in the right hotel software is a complex task and most hotels spend months deliberating on their investment.
  • The hotel software market is full of options, and each vendor claims his software is the best. However investing in the right hotel software is a complex task and most hotels spend months deliberating on their investment. Unfortunately, hoteliers excel at their core skill, delivering to guests a world-class hospitality experience, and sometimes get ‘talked’ into making a wrong decision on the software they adopt.
  • Michaela Gave on 17 Sep 13
     
    The right property management system plays a key roles in the success of any hotel. Property management systems store guests' information which helps make for a pleasurable stay at the hotel. On the back end having the proper property management system can be key tool in making a successful stay at the hotel. The front end has software that handles the point of sale, account receivable, banquets, conferences, restaurant, housekeeping, inventory, payroll, among other apps and modules that connect to make the hotel run successful smooth. The information that is stored in these systems generate reports that the hotel can review for decision making. Much like other software, technology can be exhausting at times when it doesn't do what we want it to do. The hotel software market is full of many different option management can choose do off with. A few things a hotel should consider when choosing software should be: How many modules will your new hotel software offer? Does your new property management system have third party products merged into it? Is your hotel software compatible with third party software? Does your property management system help you enhance revenue? Considering all these questions while choosing a new property management system can help management choose the best system that will be most beneficial for the hotel. As someone who has been part of choosing a PMS it is very important to consider everything. Every vendor tells you why theirs is the best. It takes a lot of time to review everything and determine what system will work best for the company. I think where companies go wrong when getting a new system is training. The companies I've worked for often do very little training. I think lack of training for employees contributes to employees not using systems correctly and to full capacity which causes errors in reports. As a sales director, I often read reports and knew the information wasn't correct and it was due to input error. This
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  • Dibakar Desouza on 17 Sep 13
     
    Correct, but as well hoteliers would always go for Opera if the company does not have a signed deal with a PMS company to use their services worldwide. For example, Starwood in America have a signed deal with Galaxy systems, however Starwood in Asia Pacific go with Opera. This is just due to the fact that Galaxy is still facing some issue in terms of getting the system in different languages. But in general, Opera is preferred by any hotel company. Recently the Hilton in Japan, has changed their PMS ONQ to Opera.
  • Brittany K. Ward on 07 Oct 13
     
    Property management systems are important in a hotel. They enable to establishment to store information to personalize a guest experience, but they also assist the back-end with point-of-sale, accounts, payroll, restaurant module, ect. The headache is deciding which system is best for your operations. This article list a few helpful questions in order to sort out what system your establishment needs. The first question the article is, "How many modules will your new hotel software offer?". The reason why the author points this out as being important is because some softwares just come with the Front office module. Meaning you will need to invest in another system to accommodate the back-end of the hotel. Then he goes into ask, "Does your new property management system have third party products merged into it?". Some software vendors require smaller companies to merge products to make up their PMS. This can lead to a hassle for the staff and means you could spend long hours needing to interact with multiple vendors rather than just one. Another question the author posses is, "Is your hotel software compatible with third party software?". This question is to double check that the software you plan to integrate is compatible with third party hardware and software. A couple examples are credit card payment gateway and the door locking system. These are all useful questions that a manager can look to in order to help them pick a system.
  • jazminesnyder on 15 Sep 15
     
    The main point of this article is to point out key features that you need to consider when you are upgrading your PMS in your hotel. It makes the point that choosing a new PMS is not easy, and it can get very complicated since there are so many on the market. One of the main points the author makes is that you should be looking for a system that has multiple modules, not just a Front Office Module for example. Another point the author makes is that some software companies have other parties involved when establishing their software, this is not a good thing since it may lead to you having to interact with a number of vendors which could take a good amount of time away from you, time that you could be using interacting with guests or doing a more qualitative time consuming task. You also want to make sure that your new potential software is compatible with third party software. "Review this list carefully to ensure the software you are buying is compatible with a large number of third party hardware, if not, this could get restrictive and influence your other partnerships". Lastly, the article discusses how you should check with the experience in the industry of software companies you are considering. Since your hotel runs a "mission-critical operation" you want to make sure that your PMS will indeed help stick with the mission of helping to enhance your revenue. I believe that these are great tips to follow by when looking to incorporate a new PMS, I also think the security of your new software should be added to the list as well; how secure is it from hackers?
  • anonymous on 04 Sep 16
     
    This article was very interesting and it gives advice to any person thinking about opening a hotel in what software you can use. A hotel software is extremely important because that has all the guest information and store there experience that they had at the hotel. You have to see what software you want to implement when changing the hotel management system or property management system you need to know who is selling it to you and what is included in the software. If you are just getting a new system, you have to make sure that everything you already have is included and more. You also have to make sure that the software you get is compatible with a third party hardware. A hotel software system can make you or break you in a hotel. You really have to know the vendor that is selling you the software and make sure that they have experience with the software. The better the software that you have in the hotel, the smoother the hotel will run.
  • amichellemagluta on 27 Sep 16
     
    The article talks about the importance of using a PMS or Property Management System. The use of a property management system is very important to the success of a property. The article is also able to aid those who looking to implement a property management system by helping them narrow down what they will need. The article poses questions toward the reader to see what they are looking for in a PMS.
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Best POS Systems for Small Businesses 2018 - 0 views

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  • our POS system is the lifeline of your operations. But choosing a POS system can quickly become overwhelming.
  • The best POS system is affordable and easy to use, and should also do more than just accept payments and process sales. It should come with additional time-saving features such as inventory management, staff management, marketing tools, customer data gathering, task automation and other capabilities that make it easier to run and grow your business.
  • The best POS systems for your business. / Credit: POS image via Shutterstock Y
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  • hey include time-saving features that help you analyze your sales data and manage your inventory, staff and customers.
  • integrations for email marketing, loyalty programs, and other capabilities that make it easier to run and grow your business.
  • cloud-based systems
  • e asked small business owners which systems they use and what they like and dislike about them. We also read customer reviews to see what users with firsthand experience think about them.
  • mtorres619 on 26 Feb 17
     
    In the hospitality industry your Point of Sale System is the backbone of your operation, thus finding the best and most efficient POS for your business to succeed is key. The article discusses the best POS systems to fit your business, from traditional standard systems to the new trending Ipad systems. Your POS system should be affordable and efficient. In addition, it should do more than just take payments and process sales. It should come with marketing strategy tools, inventory/staff management, easy to function daily specials menus, and other special functions to help run your business. The vendor should have 24/7 availability to your needs and accommodate all the proper functions to assist the servers and bartenders. Some of the best POS systems are the following: * Vend - Has features that help run your business, boost sales, and save time. * Bindo - Best mobile POS system for Ipads. It is cloud based and offers an intuitive user interface. Easy mobile payments and 24/7 customer support. * Touchbistro - POS system that focuses on a restaurant's specific needs. Works with the Ipad and the Ipad mini, also has 24/7 customer support availability. * Shopkeep - cloud based for the Ipad, with easy to use tools for any retail store. No long term contracts or fees.
  • kimmumford on 05 Feb 18
     
    This article discusses some of the best POS systems for food service. Small business owners were asked for their choices and the pros and cons for the systems they discussed. The Business New Daily created a list of criteria to evaluate the POS systems and then ranked the top ones they chose for 2018. There are links and some costs provided in this article.
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What's the case for solar powered hotels? | Green Hotelier - 0 views

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  • mannypinto on 21 May 18
     
    This article is about how hotels should take advantage of solar energy. Hotels are becoming more green, whether it be by switching to LED lighting, more efficient equipment, key card that deactivate power in the room or movement sensors in corridors, they are doing what they can to be more energy efficient. However they should do more by installing solar panels. Solar panels will save tons of money in the short run and the long run. Government is giving lots of benefits to the companies that are going green. Hotels that switch to solar panels can receive tax credit. There have been hotels that save an average of $7,400-$8,800 per month when they switched to solar panels. I believe it will be very beneficial for many businesses to switch to solar panels.
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The Advantages of E-Business | Chron.com - 0 views

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  • Cost-Effective MarketingWith an e-business, all of your marketing efforts end with one goal—to drive target traffic to your business website.
  • Most of these online marketing efforts are very low cost or free, so an e-business allows for highly cost-effective marketing strategies.
  • Flexible Business HoursE-business breaks down the time barriers that location-based businesses encounter, according to eCommerce Education. Because the Internet is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, your business never closes. An e-business can literally be making money while you are fast asleep.
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  • Eliminates Geographic BoundariesAn e-business also allows you to broaden your reach. An online business can reach customers in the four corners of the Earth. As long as someone has an Internet connection, you may be able to reach and sell your product or service to these visitors to your business website.
  • Reduces Transaction CostRunning an online business reduces the cost per transaction because it takes less manpower to complete an online transaction.
  • Low Overhead CostsRunning an e-business cut back or out most of the costs involved in Running a physical location. E-businesses have less expensive phone, rent and utility bills than businesses with physical locations
  • Some e-businesses do not require any additional space and can be run out of your home, which you are already paying rent for or your mortgage payment.
  • mayr0604 on 09 Sep 15
     
    The article written by Kristine Loretta, details five key benefits of why business owners should launch themselves into the e-business market. 
  • jireh93 on 30 May 18
     
    Due to the growth and advancement of technology, businesses have been able to grow in ways bigger than ever before. As we all know, e-commerce has become more popular today and is taking over many industries now. In this article, it discusses how this trend of e-commerce is extremely innovative and is proven to be a good alternative to the normal ways of business is usually conducted. Just to name a few things, conducting business via the internet saves tons of money. Customers are now able to shop and add items directly into a virtual cart instead of it been a paper trail of the items that are attempted to be purchased. Also, in addition what was mentioned above, e-commerce has opened up new and better channels for communication that can occur faster. Convenience is another key role that e-commerce plays in this. "No longer do people have to wait for stores to open". Patrons can now shop whenever they want to due to online shopping and have the items shipped directly to their home. Which leads me to say that this also is way that reduces cost and save money, especially for small businesses.Last but not least, without a doubt, it is pretty evident that e-commerce create different and many avenues of ways for money to be made. All in all, e-commerce is relevant in today's industry and many other businesses and these are the advantages that allow for it to thrive as it does.
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Facebook and Instagram Going Dark Should Be a Wake Up Call for Entrepreneurs - 1 views

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  • users had issues posting, commenting, and accessing content
  • entrepreneurswho use social media for their business, this should be a blaring wake up call
  • notice entrepreneurs talking about the outage and how they were affected
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  • some entrepreneurs their business is heavily dependent on organically posting on social media.
  • who pay for advertising, their ads weren’t reaching potential customers
  • lost revenue because they couldn’t use the strategy
  • can’t build the foundation of your business on someone else’s platform.
  • marketing plan should not rely too heavily on one main strategy
  • build the foundation of your business on other people’s platforms
  • you are giving up the control of your business.
  • Create a marketing plan that survives outages--or worse.
  • outage happens, your business won’t be affected
  • built your audience in multiple places and ways
  • time to build on a foundation that’s yours and won’t be affected by third parties.
  • snesbeth on 09 Sep 19
     
    This article is about how a lot of business are relying on the online platform to keep their businesses running. This article touches base when Instagram and Facebook both experienced an outage and prevented businesses from using their resources to reach consumers at a large scale. Which is why having different resources and not trusting one party to hold all your information is important when running a business especially if it is primarily online. Therefore, the article was just bringing the overall situation to light and heeding companies to explore different options as a whole so that if an outage ever occurs again, then they are prepared and their business will not suffer completely.
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Information Technology Impact on the Healthcare Industry - 0 views

www.strategyand.pwc.com/...42008005 Information technology healthcare health impact industry
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  • As Information Technology increasingly penetrates the healthcare industry, physicians and patients are experiencing the benefits of on-demand access to medical information where, when and how it is needed.”,
  • “As expectations for improved healthcare continue to evolve, older IT systems will increasingly struggle to deliver a truly integrated flow of information having been designed traditionally around provider needs, rather than around a patient’s needs
  • Together with a growing recognition of the importance of IT, the drive towards patient-centric services is a central theme in healthcare organizations across the region
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  • Using software that provides simple access to information at the point of care, and hardware that enables communication of data across facilities and mobilizes the access points, facilitates provision of improved patient care by healthcare providers.
  • rderonville on 21 May 17
     
    Information Technology is not only revamping the hospitality industry, it is also making its mark in the healthcare industry. According to the article, Information technology is increasingly penetrating the healthcare industry resulting in better service and on-demand access to patient information. In my opinion, it has always seemed as if healthcare offices had outdated technology, however, these past few years I have seen a boost in their systems' quality and services. Nevertheless, I believe they can do more. In the article, modern technology is allowing the ease of accessing information at the point of care and key features that enables the office and business system to run more efficiently. Their drive is fueling their desire to run on better systems. They see the benefits of EMR (Electronic Medical Record) and use this to distribute information at the point of care. It will no longer be a waiting game for the patient or the medical staff member. It begins to set the standards of how healthcare and provision should be done in regards to efficient technology.
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Cisco Revenue Forecast Disappoints, Hurt by Networking Shift - Bloomberg - 0 views

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  • Chief Executive Officer Chuck Robbins is trying to recast Cisco as a provider of networking services, seeking to reduce its dependence on hardware by offering more software and cloud-based products that provide predictable revenue.
  • Companies are ordering less equipment for installation on their own premises, according to Raymond James & Associates analyst Simo
  • Robbins is working to restore the kind of growth that made Cisco one of the world’s largest companies
  • rderonville on 21 May 17
     
    "Cisco Systems Inc., is the biggest maker of equipment that runs the internet". This article highlights the disappointing revenue that Cisco Systems is facing currently. However, the CEO is pushing to have Cisco's networking services to be more cloud based than hardware based. Because their company is known for its hardware, they are taking a hit revenue wise in their transition to a cloud based system. Companies are buying less hardware and are relying on other alternatives to keep their business running efficiently. I believe that Cisco is identifying with the current trends that are apparent in the IT world. As stated in our discussions, a cloud-based software eliminates the use of bulky hardware, eliminates costs, and allows companies to scale up or down depending on their size. So Cisco can use this information to help develop their cloud system. The businesses see value in switching systems and Cisco is in the business of providing them with what they need. Cisco is being recasted as a networking system so it is taking time for companies to switch their view on Cisco. I believe that Cisco should not deter from this transition and be able to reinvent themselves as a cloud based network. Though their revenue is taking a hit, they should continue for now until they are able to establish themselves.
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How the cloud is disrupting the hospitality industry | Lightspeed HQ - 2 views

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  • back in the 40
  • first hotel management system Hoteltype
  • n the 90s
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  • first database management systems
  • The hospitality industry is at “a tipping point in terms of cloud adoption”, with hoteliers expected to invest 7 – 8% more in cloud technology over the next 2 to 3 years.
  • Cloud-based hotel management systems
  • hosted by the vendor’s server rather than the hotel’s
  • On-site hotel management software, managed by the hotel’s IT team, comes with considerable upfront, maintenance and running costs.
  • business can save 50% with cloud computing solutions
  • limitless flexibility to work with the vendors of their choice
  • cost of general operational and maintenance fees,
  • are part of the package and covered by the vendor
  • personalized experiences with the help of captured customer information
    • npate083
      npate083 on 08 Sep 19
       
      Cloud based services will also allow the hotel to enhance the guest experience. The customer information can be captured and be shared through multiple outlets in a building to ensure the guest is receiving the best service possible.
  • With traditional software, hoteliers are limited to standalone software packages
  • Cloud-based applications are offered as software as a service (SaaS)
    • npate083
      npate083 on 08 Sep 19
       
      Using cloud services will allow businesses to save on hardware installation cost as well as maintenance and running costs. According to this article, businesses can save 50% of their IT costs by switching to cloud services.
  • cloud-based hotel management systems are entirely scalable – they have an unlimited capacity to expand
  • One of the biggest strengths of a cloud-based hotel management system is that it can be easily connected to other software applications, even if these applications don’t share the same provider.
    • npate083
      npate083 on 08 Sep 19
       
      Cloud services allows the flexibility of using multiple vendors of your choice, as opposed to traditional software that did not offer that type of flexibility.
  • The reality is that with traditional hotel management software, adding and removing resources is difficult and hoteliers are essentially stuck with one system until the license expiry date
  • The hospitality industry is at “a tipping point in terms of cloud adoption”, with hoteliers expected to invest 7 – 8% more in cloud technology over the next 2 to 3 years.
  • Cloud-based hotel management systems – or, simply put, systems hosted by the vendor’s server rather than the hotel’s – give hoteliers a single, scalable system from which to manage every aspect of their hotel business.
  • A Frost & Sullivan study showed that business can save 50% with cloud computing solutions. The apparition of the cloud and its flexible pricing has slashed businesses’ hardware costs, making it possible for even hotels with small budgets to run an advanced management system.
  • SaaS hotel management systems are pay-as-you-go. Therefore, rather than having to pay a large sum for a long-term commitment, hoteliers can pay smaller amounts on a regular basis.
  • The cloud lets hoteliers record this data – their preferences, transactions and behavior – every time the customer interacts in some way with their hotel, such as ordering room service, eating in the hotel restaurant or even booking a day trip or spa session.They can then use this data to make suggestions based on the customer’s preferences and behavior.
  • Secondly, they enable you to provide guests with the convenience and seamless experience they expect, even before they step into the hotel reception. Armed with a cloud-based system, you can give your guests the convenience they now expect from a hotel stay, such as booking rooms on their mobile phones or accessing their room from an app, to name a few examples.
  • with traditional hotel management software, adding and removing resources is difficult and hoteliers are essentially stuck with one system until the license expiry date. You’re in a contract, with very little wiggle room.
  • Cloud-based software gives hoteliers a hotel management system that facilitates rather than restricts business operations. Unlike their on-site predecessors, cloud-based hotel management systems are entirely scalable – they have an unlimited capacity to expand. They give hoteliers the agility and freedom to add or remove resources in line with their growth and scale their hotel management systems to the services they offer.
  • One of the biggest strengths of a cloud-based hotel management system is that it can be easily connected to other software applications, even if these applications don’t share the same provider.For hoteliers, this capacity and the possibilities that it brings are revolutionary. They now have limitless flexibility to work with the vendors of their choice and can bundle applications together thereby creating a truly customized management suite that meets their needs.
  • Cloud-based technology gives hoteliers the key to run smart businesses that are in tune with modern-day travelers, and more profitable.
  • klint005 on 30 Aug 18
     
    This article speaks on how cloud systems are changing the hospitality system in a BIG way. Listed below, are how it is doing so successfully: Due to Cloud-based applications being offered by a vendor, there is no expensive hardware to install which makes it a reoccurring system for smaller hotels to be able to use such an advanced system. They allow guests to maneuver through their stay stress-free and giving them the convenience of not having to go down to the front desk to ask questions or make any food orders and these cloud systems record their behavior which allows the hotels to give them suggestions on where to go, what spa treatments to get and of course, what food to order. It also allows hotels to integrate software with various vendors unlike the traditional ones being used. With this, hoteliers can now have a customized management suite to meet all of their needs.
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  • Olivier on 27 Aug 19
     
    Cloud computing software basically allows hotels to build their own IT infrastructure. Cloud computing is expanding in the trends of hospitality software allowing hotelier to operate their hotel management system with just a computer and a web browser wherever they are on real time. In addition one of the main advantage is the ability to integrate other vendor's software into their own opening a seeming less opportunity to work with whoever they desire. Cloud computing allows a cost reduction on the IT department as well as a better connectivity with guest demands and expectations.
  • npate083 on 08 Sep 19
     
    This article summarizes the benefits of switching from a traditional software system to a cloud based system. Some of the benefits the article mentions are low costs, better guest experience, and more flexibility. The article highly suggests that in the next few years most hoteliers will be switching to a cloud based software system.
  • teresaricks on 25 Jan 21
     
    This article gives an in depth look at how cloud computing is enhancing the hospitality industry. It gives a variety of pros to cloud computing and compares cloud computing to traditional or older ways of using servers.
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What is event management software and do you really need it? - Lead Forensics - 2 views

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  • The benefits of using event management software It can make your life easier The main benefit of using such solutions is that they can help you maximize registrations, while minimizing the resources that may otherwise have been needed. Once you’ve set up an event on your chosen software, then you should just be able to press go and let it get on with things – leaving you to concentrate on promoting the event. If you’re running multiple events, or a regularly occurring event, then this can be particularly useful. Saves time needed for manual processing Good solutions will help you automate most processes. They will offer features like registration tracking, payment processing and also tools that can aid audience engagement. You’ll be able to grab a quick snapshot of what’s happening, who’s registered, who’s paid, who went on to attend and more. Plus, you’ll have an easy way to track how much money an event is bringing into the business. It will save time for your communication sequences too. With just a few clicks you should be able to send out tailored emails, including “thank you for attending” messages to those that made it and “sorry we missed you” to those who didn’t. Aids professionalism and the overall experience A further benefit is that it can make the management of the process feel that much more professional. The whole experience should run more smoothly. Nothing should be missed, which you can easily risk with a manual system. The payment of any monies can also be managed more easily and you’ll have the ability to manage multiple events easily. Can help increase engagement Engagement is at the heart of all marketing. It needs to start long before an event takes place and be supported and encouraged during and after. Good event management software will provide tools to aid participant communication at all stages. It will also give you the ability to see and analyze the global picture of your overall engagement levels. Supports targeted activity Marketing is at its strongest and most effective when it is highly targeted and tailored to an individual. (The key principal of account based marketing). You can use specialist solutions to tailor your event and all associated marketing activity. For example, by creating unique guest lists and email lists, and sending out targeted emails to those different attendees using certain parameters. A holistic approach Overall, event management software can act as a hub, holding together all elements of the event’s process. It can help keep everything connected, from the agenda, to speakers, any sponsors and the attendees.
    • zeyupu
      zeyupu on 25 Mar 20
       
      Benefits of event registration system.
  • Hosting an event can be an effective marketing tactic for any business. They take considerable time and effort to carry out, but get it right and you could soon see a strong return on your investment. The power of an event – especially a highly tailored in-person one – lies in the opportunity it provides to get face-to-face with a target audience.
  • For businesses across all industries and sectors, they offer a way to showcase your knowledge, position yourself as an expert and generate a source of positive content. Importantly, they can help you move leads along the sales path and closer to making a purchase.
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  • The overall aim of any B2B marketing event must always be to give a good impression of the business and what it may be like to work with you.
  • It can make your life easier
  • Saves time needed for manual processing
  • Aids professionalism and the overall experience
  • Can help increase engagement
  • Supports targeted activity
  • You can use specialist solutions to tailor your event and all associated marketing activity.
  • A holistic approach
  • Lack of design options
  • he easiest way to check this out is to see if you can have a free trial or comprehensive demo.
  • Price
  • Support channels
  • Using new software will often mean a steep learning curve, so see what is offered to help you through that process and beyond.
  • yuqiongliang on 27 Mar 20
     
    Hosting an event can be an effective marketing tactic for any business. They take considerable time and effort to carry out, but get it right and you could soon see a strong return on your investment. The power of an event - especially a highly tailored in-person one - lies in the opportunity it provides to get face-to-face with a target audience.
  • kmert005 on 29 Mar 20
     
    This article goes over the benefits of using event management, which includes making your life easier, saves the time needed for manual processing, aids professionalism and the overall experience, and can help increase engagement. Furthermore, it also supports targeted activity and a holistic approach. Some cons would be a lack of design options, the price, and support channels. The top solutions would be implementing Splash, Eventbrite, Bizzabo, EventPro, Cvent, Etouches, and XING Events
  • zihanwang on 30 Jul 20
     
    This article introduce several pros and cons of event management software. On the one hands, the event management can make the process easier for business and consumers and it can help increase engagement. But, on the other hands, The price can also vary greatly, with the most sophisticated and popular systems generally coming at the highest cost and some vendors offer a free version of their software with limited features. To recoup costs, these vendors may run advertisements on event sign-up pages or charge registrants a booking fee. That may influence users experience.
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protel to launch world's first PMS for the iPad - 4 views

www.hotelmarketing.com/..._worlds_first_pms_for_the_ipad hotel software PMS
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  • Hotels can use iPads as "floating front desks", offering guests mobile services like check-in or check-out. iPads could even be employed as support work stations to reduce demand peaks.
  • Hotels can use iPads as "floating front desks", offering guests mobile services like check-in or check-out. iPads could even be employed as support work stations to reduce demand peaks.
  • Benefits for the user: Additional hardware and installations in the hotel are unnecessary as the sole requirement is an Internet browser.
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  • Data security is also taken care of by protel. With its extended range of functionalities and based on the latest technology, this easily scalable cloud application is the perfect solution for all hotels who value flexibility, reliability and security.
  • With protel Voyager protel presented a mobile app for hotel guests.
  • Gaby Belardo on 28 Sep 12
     
    The article reveals how tablet devices offer many advantages to hotels, because many business processes become more and more independent of location. Allowing your employees to work more effective is the main objective for the hospitality and tourism business. A few examples: Hotels can use iPads as "floating front desks", offering guests mobile services like check-in or check-out. iPads could even be employed as support work stations to reduce demand peaks. The ability to having a floating front desk and being able to accomodate guest is beneficial." The app offers access to guest relevant functions of the property management system like booking services. It also offers access to location based services, advertising local events and facilities, and to the hotel's social networking sites" Having the application to allow guest to have 24 hour service is a convenience comparable to none.
  • sining on 17 Jan 13
     
             This article introduce us a new hotel software technology, the iPad property management system. Nowadays the table devices offer many advantages to hotel. Ipad is a good example for the table device use in hospitality industry. A German company design a PMS on iPad for hotel, its name is protel Air. Use this device, hotel can provide the mobile service like check-in and check-out to support the employee's job. Protel Air is a full-service solution and a true "Software-as-a-Service" application, that is hosted in a secure data centre environment. The only requirement of this device is the Internet; it can update and maintain the date through Internet. It also protects the data by its security system. They also design an application called protel Voyager for guests. It offers access to location based services, advertising local events and facilities, and to the hotel's social networking sites. The protel Voyager will encourage guests to report positive feedback.          I think to use new technology to help the operation of hotel is a good idea. Even it will cost some money to purchase the equipment and training the employee. It will save time for the employee especially in the peak season. My only concern is the app for guests. Guests may not use to this kind of new technology. They prefer the human service more. But it is worth to try.  
  • Xueling Wang on 14 Feb 13
     
    German protel hotelsoftware presented the world's first property management system for the iPad. The tablet devices give hotel a lot of benefits.  It helps the hotel reduce demand peaks, and offer guests more convenience. Protel doesn't need the support of additional hardware and installation. it can run in the internet browser. One of Protel's product is Protel Voyager, which is designed as a web app, the customers do not need to install this app, because it can runs in the mobile browser. It offers access to guest relevant unctions of the property management system like booking services. It also offers access to location based services, advertising local events and facilities, and to the hotel's social networking sites such as Twitter, Facebook or You Tube.  
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Hotel Event Planner Roles & Responsibilities | Social Tables - 0 views

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  • From the cleaning staff to the catering crew, you’re in charge of all the team members who make the event run smoothly.
  • So you’re going to need some great communication and people skills to shepherd such a large team, especially in the hustle-bustle of high-stakes situations.
  • No events, no job! That’s why planners in this role are also usually in charge of sales and marketing for the property’s event space.
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  • Hotel event planners work with their clients to dream up and execute outstanding events that stay in budget and meet expectations.
  • That means you need detailed planning skills, a knack for delegating well, and above all, the ability to multi-task.
  • ou’re going to run plenty of other events that are at night or on weekends. Not to mention no one’s going to be covering for you.
  • From speakers that arrive late, to unexpected food allergies, or guests that didn’t RSVP – there’s always a little something to keep event managers on their toes
  • An event manager is responsible for all of the hotel’s events spaces including dining rooms, conference rooms, large ballrooms, and sometimes even concert venues.
    • Angelica Saez
      Angelica Saez on 21 Jul 20
       
      Being an event planner at a hotel you are responsible for all the hotel events and the event spaces in the hotel. It is important as an event manager to understand all your responsibilities.
  • After all the intensive and detailed planning is done, it’s game time. Event execution is about planning for every situation and implementing the in-the-moment fixes that keep your shindig running full-steam ahead. We’re not going to lie to you: Flawless events are time-consuming and can be high-stress.
  • That means you need to understand the particular features and possibilities that are unique each room. You’ll also have to lay things out and keep them running smoothly.
  • From answering incoming inquiries to networking at local professional events, pros at this position use their marketing and sales savvy to get their venue booked. But be prepared: Hotel’s don’t always have a large budget for print or online advertising. You have to be ready to go out there and shake some hands.
  • Event pros will tell you that the most trying part of the job is managing the unexpected issues that inevitably arise during events.
  • Working as a hotel event planner will introduce you to a wide array of events that’ll stimulate your creativity and test your skills. If that piques your interest, then it might just be the gig for you.
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What Is Hospitality? (+Best Software to Run Your Hotel) - 0 views

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  • businesses rely on a positive customer experience to remain operational
  • customer reviews are crucial in the hospitality industry because it is one of the main ways people find your business.
  • Digital transformation has revolutionized the hospitality industry, allowing everyday customers to book their own hotel rooms, make their own restaurant reservations, and order food using a laptop from the comfort of their couch.
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  • Well-implemented technology makes operations easier for both the customer and the business, but poorly-implemented tech will only create more problems.
  • Hospitality tech is essentially any tech that helps someone in the hospitality industry run their business.
  • hotel software ensures guests have the most enjoyable stay possible and that the staff can efficiently meet all the guests’ needs.
  • Hotel management software helps hoteliers coordinate all aspects of their business. From guest check-in to accounting, hotel management software is intended to cover both guest-facing and back-office tasks
  • Opera is one of the more detail-intensive property management systems. While this can make a steep learning curve, the amount of functionality and making sense of the data is one of the best.
  • The hospitality industry is growing, and the technological applications are only becoming more advanced. One of our major 2019 hospitality trends is personalization fueled by AI and data, which help make guests feel truly welcomed and cared for. With guests more and more attached to their phones and the ubiquity of the internet in general, providing means to easily communicate with guests via those methods has become a vital aspect of any hospitality business.
  • One must remember that millennials are generally prioritizing experiences over things; the hospitality industry has the opportunity to make huge gains as millennials become the driving purchasing demographic. So the hospitality industry is becoming an even more important part of the economy than ever.
  • alexaperez14 on 27 Aug 19
     
    This article focuses specifically on how technology has transformed the hospitality industry and how softwares have been implemented to make operations at a hotel run smoothly, both for the customer and the employees. Hotel management softwares and reservation softwares like "OPERA, Hotello, and Hotelogix" have created user-friendly management systems in order to help customers book reservations and ensure that hotel staff can meet all guests' needs efficiently. With the ever-changing hospitality industry, technology continues to grow being shaped by millennials as they get more and more attached to their phones. With specialized softwares, this makes a more personable experience, customer loyalty, quality customer service and adaptability.
  • laurenperdomo on 20 May 20
     
    Hospitality means something different to everyone but one thing in common is that this business relies on a positive customer experience to remain operational. A bad review may point toward a larger issue within the organization, namely, either a lack of tech or poorly implemented tech. Well-implemented technology makes operations easier for both the customer and the business, but poorly-implemented tech will only create more problems. This article discusses softwares in different areas of a hotel and what users like. It is important to choose that right software to run your hotel especially since millennials are prioritizing experiences over things.
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What is SaaS (Software as a Service)? Everything You Need to Know - 0 views

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  • Software as a service (SaaS) is a software distribution model in which a cloud provider hosts applications and makes them available to end users over the internet. In this model, an independent software vendor (ISV) may contract a third-party cloud provider to host the application.
  • Products range from personal entertainment, such as Netflix, to advanced IT tools.
    • kmill139
      kmill139 on 04 Sep 21
       
      Applications such as Netflix, Spotify, or Apple Music are all examples of cloud computing methods that we have available to us in the 21st century. Many of us use these applications or services without knowing how they truly work.
  • The application will be accessible to any device with a network connection. SaaS applications are typically accessed via web browsers.
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  • A software provider will either host the application and related data using its own servers, databases, networking and computing resources, or it may be an ISV that contracts a cloud provider to host the application in the provider's data center.
  • As a result, companies using SaaS applications are not tasked with the setup and maintenance of the software. Users simply pay a subscription fee to gain access to the software, which is a ready-made solution.
    • kmill139
      kmill139 on 04 Sep 21
       
      Many companies will benefit from this as they do not have to worry about the hardware necessary to run the servers and applications.
  • SaaS removes the need for organizations to install and run applications on their own computers or in their own data centers. This eliminates the expense of hardware acquisition, provisioning and maintenance, as well as software licensing, installation and support. Other benefits of the SaaS model include:
    • kmill139
      kmill139 on 04 Sep 21
       
      All the examples down below make the SAAS system desirable for a company.
  • Depending on the service-level agreement (SLA), the customer's data for each model may be stored locally, in the cloud or both locally and in the cloud.
  • SaaS applications and services typically use a multi-tenant approach, which means a single instance of the SaaS application will be running on the host servers, and that single instance will serve each subscribing customer or cloud tenant.
  • The typical multi-tenant architecture of SaaS applications means the cloud service provider can manage maintenance, updates and bug fixes faster, easier and more efficiently. Rather than having to implement changes in multiple instances, engineers can make necessary changes for all customers by maintaining the one, shared instance.
    • kmill139
      kmill139 on 04 Sep 21
       
      This is great to prevent any inconveniences to the customer.
  • According to a recent McKinsey & Company report, technology industry analysts predict further growth in the software as a service market, and expect to see the market for SaaS products near $200 billion by 2024. 
    • kmill139
      kmill139 on 04 Sep 21
       
      I see this happening most definitely when looking at the way we are moving forward as a population. We use technology on a day-to-day basis. Just look at your personal life and see how often you use and are around technology.
  • SaaS also poses some potential risks and challenges, as businesses must rely on outside vendors to provide the software, keep that software up and running, track and report accurate billing and facilitate a secure environment for the business's data.
    • kmill139
      kmill139 on 04 Sep 21
       
      The disadvantages down below might lead a company to stay with traditional hardware methods.
  • As a result, security is more the responsibility of the independent software vendor and third-party cloud provider.
  • SaaS is one of the three major cloud service models, along with IaaS and PaaS. All three models involve cloud providers that deliver their own hosted data center resources to customers over the internet.
    • kmill139
      kmill139 on 04 Sep 21
       
      We're focusing on SAAS but it's good to know the difference between the three.
  • Salesforce Google Workspace apps Microsoft 36
    • kmill139
      kmill139 on 04 Sep 21
       
      All of these are very common in today's world and I see many on this list that I use in my personal life.
  • HubSpot Trello Netflix Zoom Zendesk DocuSign Slack Adobe Creative Cloud Shopify Mailchimp
  • kmill139 on 04 Sep 21
     
    A great in-depth article about the service SAAS. This article talks about how it works, and how the host provide their services to their clients. In the article it also talks about the three types of cloud based services.
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Why Your Business Should Have a Redundant Internet Supply | Upward Broadband - 3 views

www.upwardbroadband.com/ve-a-redundant-internet-supply technology hospitality tech software business
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  • Each hour without an internet connection, a small or medium-sized business could lose between $8,580 to $74,000.
  • For most businesses, losing internet connection is like losing electricity
  • Businesses get internet redundancy by installing a secondary connection that runs on a different backbone than their primary connection
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  • If there’s an internet outage on the primary connection, the secondary one will kick in to keep your business humming along. 
  • This can happen automatically with a process known as auto-failover – the automatic transfer of the network so no work is lost and no disruptions are made to your business. It can also happen manually with just the switching of a cable
  • One option for redundant networks is fixed wireless internet providers
  • However, the more dependent on the internet your employees are, the more you’ll lose
  • If your employees depend on the internet to get work done, a redundant internet connection could very easily pay for itself after a lengthy outage.
  • Introducing diversity in internet providers is like insuring your company’s online productivity. Internet redundancy and failover can save your business from lost work and the lost revenue that comes with that. 
  • emilywest5 on 22 Jan 23
     
    This article discusses why we should have a backup internet supply. As it mentions, companies lose lots of money when this happens and if you don't have some sort of backup to get you up and running then it won't be good for you business and you may also lose lots of information that you may have not saved. This really applies to those companies that rely on the internet to do their jobs, which nowadays is most.
  • shineal on 23 Jan 23
     
    Hello Emily. This is a very informative article on Internet Redundancy. One of the articles I read this week had similar details. However, this one provided more information about possible alternative sources of the internet. It focused on the fixed wireless internet, a broadband internet connection from a point of presence via radio waves. This makes a lot of sense since it does not run on the same wires as cable internet; and as such, it is unlikely that outages on the primary internet service would impact a fixed wireless connection. This is actually a great secondary option that businesses should seriously start looking into.
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