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This article addresses the French reparability index which is a relatively new implementation that started in January of 2021, It requires that reparability scores are posted on some major tech products in France in hopes of slowing down planned obsolescence and eliminating tech waste. France is the first country to implement such as mandate and it bringing to light the notion of planned obsolescence to the general public. This article shares some of the major tech brands scores and how they are fairing against their competition.

Network redundancy is the process of adding network devices and other instances of communication lines to help ensure network availability and reduce the risk of failures on critical data paths. One of the first steps in the network redundancy plan is to create a network strategy that reviews the existing infrastructure. A high-quality hosted data center should have an extensive backup system to ensure that it is always available. All valuable data should be backed up regularly, preferably in another location. By using multiple data centers, companies can ensure that even if certain disasters occur, they will be able to proceed with minimal losses. In addition, a well-maintained UPS system ensures that the server can be switched from power to backup generator power without losing any data or applications.

A network outage whether it is due to a cyber attack or simple human error can be devastating to a company. It makes them look very bad, damaging their reputation, and can cost the business millions of dollars. Network Redundancy can help ensure network availability and decrease the risk of failure. There are 2 forms of redundancy. Fault Tolerance where there is a mirrored backup system that takes over with no loss of service, and High Availability where the backup servers take over and restart applications that were running on the failed server.

With technology advancing, hotels are putting their best effort to keep up with new ways of telecommunication. As mentioned in the article, the fax machine used to be the most popular way of telecommunication back in the day. Now hotels have been trying to figure out the best ways to gain guest to use their telecom infrastructure since the fax machine has become outdated. The problem is guest don't want spend a lot of money making a phone call so the hotels have had to create packages for guests to use the phone. They would include unlimited calls and high-speed internet for a certain amount a day which could attract some guest but not all. Guest don't find the need to use their phones because mostly everyone has a phone, tablet, or pocket computer. Hotels can catch the guest attention by the internet because none of these devices are no good without internet connection. Making packages with unlimited calls and high speed internet is a start to reeling in guest. It all comes down to what can the hotel offer in means of telecommunication that a guest's device cant. One concept they have is the land-line has much better connection and speed. Having that speed and connection is very important to a guest. It is going to take time and trial and error but there are always alternate ways to reel guest in to use their ways of telecommunication.

This article discusses technology and how it can be upgraded for guest use. It also mentions how to appeal to guest because they may come with their own devices. It gives suggestions on service packages and bundles that can be given to aid their telecommunication.

"How is the Hotel Industry using AI to provide an awesome User Experience?"

The hospitality industry by the year 2025 is going to be a major player that could help AR reach its goal as a $198 billion sector. With this AR technology guest would have access to a virtual layout of the property they are booking and even the room they are staying in. With the aid of wearable technology like google glasses guest recognition could give staff important information about a guest checking in like if they are new or loyal customer and the preferences they may or may not have. AR could also be used by the guest on site to get directions within the hotel.

The article discusses the necessity of implementing sustainable and green smart technology in the hospitality industry. It is a trend that will be of utmost important to the millennials traveler where they expect hotels especially to have in place the eco-friendly practices and processes. The article shows how through, green building designs, water conservation, waste management, etc. hotels are making these green changes.

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The airline industry has implemented beacon technology for a more personalized and easy travel experience. The article discusses how Beacons are collecting real time information and creating a single touch point experience to get information regarding airports or flights. It goes into detail about the ability of communication with travelers while they are traveling.

In this article, TOPHOTELNEWS highlights three ways technology is reducing incidences of theft, assault, and data breaches in the hotel industry. Mobile keys allow guests and hotel staff to monitor who enters a room and when, limiting the chances of theft. Security cameras now offer low-light vision and facial recognition, and their decrease in size allows for discrete placement. Cybercrime initiatives are also working harder than ever to secure delicate information by developing advanced firewalls. Each of these advancements allows travelers to feel more secure in their "home away from home."

This article discusses three ways that hotel security is being enhanced by technology. One way is by mobile keys. Customers no longer have to use physical keys. They can simply use their mobile phone to open room doors. They don't have to worry about their keys going into the wrong hands. The second way is cameras. Modern cameras are smaller and are more easily hidden and can more accurately take pictures of the faces of persons who enter and exit hotels. The third way is to enhance the cybersecurity of the hotels' computer systems.

This article discusses the ways a hotel can implement security measures to keep guest information and company's data safe.

This article covers the how AI has played a big role in helping the food industry especially with food waste. This is through inventory control systems, monitoring and providing analysis on how the food gets to farms, predictive metrics, personal health data, and developments in machine learning.

This article captures the current and future issues we are having concerning farming, agriculture, supply and demand and so forth. AI can become a valuable asset in helping professionals in these fields work in a more efficient manner regarding to producing more from less. For instance, a drone can be a useful tool in helping farmers understand their crop's condition by taking preventive measures. Furthermore, AI can help forecast the weather and help understand environment related patterns such as floods and atmospheric conditions.

In envisioning hotels in the 2030s, technology plays a transformative role for Accor's C-Suite. Executives emphasize "augmented hospitality," which entails highly personalized guest experiences driven by advanced technology. They anticipate a future where AI and generative AI enable micro personalization throughout the guest journey. From recognizing guests' preferences to offering tailor-made room settings, technology ensures a unique and seamless experience. Furthermore, technology is poised to revolutionize booking processes. Accor is exploring AI-driven marketplace platforms where customers interact directly with hotels. This shift eliminates intermediaries, offering real-time, personalized offers. Additionally, the potential use of NFTs for unique experiences and virtual exploration aligns with Accor's tech-forward vision. In essence, technology will be the linchpin in crafting memorable and individualized hotel experiences in the 2030s.

The article discusses what a bed and breakfast system is and how it is beneficial for the bed and breakfast to have a PMS system. If the owner would like to live their life and not be behind the desk they need the bed and breakfast system. The owner is able to have all the functions of their bed and breakfast at their finger tips and make any changed from their phone or tablet.

Hotel property management systems or PMS manage all aspects of hotel business operations, including the delivery of superior guest experiences. PMS started in hotels to replace the paperwork aspect with is time consuming. Since PMS has evolved beyond that. You can now use it to check in and check out, request housekeeping services, storing guest data, a more effective hotel distribution method, etc.

Thank you very much for sharing this insightful article on Hotel Property Management Systems (PMS's). It is indeed a very good thing that today's hotel PMS technology has evolved well beyond the front desk as the hotel's PMS is a critical business operations system that is needed to enable hoteliers to deliver amazing guest experiences. The advantage/feature that stood out to me the most about the modernized PMS's is its effective hotel distribution since these systems increase room occupancy and ADR through real-time rate and availability management across distribution channels, thus boosting sales through direct booking channels on brand website.

This article breaks down several methods of location-based marketing and the ways they can be applied. They provide recommendations on how hospitality businesses can implement this technology to their advantage.