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How Mews is helping the unemployed into hospitality | Mews CSR

MEWS

At Mews, we have three CSR (corporate social responsibility) goals. One of them is helping the homeless and displaced , and we’ve already written about tackling climate action. Today, we’re talking about furthering knowledge and education.

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4 Reasons Why Your Hotels Should Use Self-Check-in Kiosk

Soft Inn

The self-check-in kiosk is not a new concept, yet becoming a popular trend before 2021. Now it started to be embraced by hotel industries worldwide after the hit of the Covid-19 pandemic. Besides that, hotel guests are now becoming more aware of contactless service. This is proven based on the research run by students in UTEM, Malaysia, 93.7% of customers preferred a contactless check-in after the Covid-19 pandemic for their safety and convenience.

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Point of sale (POS) for inventory management

MEWS

POS inventory management is the process of using a point of sale system to successfully manage supply. In the case of hotels, you can use the POS to help you keep track of stock levels on cleaning and office supplies, any supplies relating to maintenance, food and beverage, and any other supply-chain-related matter that ensures the proper running of your hotel, along with ancillary services.

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The Power of Pumpkin

Modern Restaurant Management

Fall has just begun, but pumpkin has already been spicing up menus and bringing in customers across the U.S. According to There’s Somethin’ About Pumpkin , from by foot traffic analytics firm Placer.ai, Dunkin’ and Starbucks both experienced boosts when they debuted fall-menu items this year. The report found that in 2019, 2021, and 2022, visits to the chains spiked in correlation with the releases.

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Business Automation in Hospitality: A New World

Dive into the transformative potential of business automation within the hospitality sector. This comprehensive overview showcases how innovative technologies can streamline operations, reduce costs, and elevate guest satisfaction. Discover the advantages of integrating systems like automated check-ins, CRM, and energy management to not only save on expenses but also to provide a seamless and personalized guest experience.

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12 inspirational hospitality quotes to learn from at your hotel

SiteMinder

Trying to perfect the hospitality experience at your hotel can often have you thinking of a million different things and quickly overwhelm you. Sometimes getting it right isn’t all about reading dozens of blogs, books, or other resources, but instead taking note of a poignant quote and simple advice. In this blog we’ve picked some of the best hospitality quotes available on the web that you and your team can take inspiration from at your hotel.

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[Webinar On-Demand] New Horizons: Navigating a changing economy and responding to tech-enabled travellers (Australia)

SiteMinder

In a period of accelerating consumer and economic change, the accommodation industry is being reshaped by a range of powerful external forces that can feel beyond its control. Staff shortages are placing new pressures on business structures, while mass e-commerce adoption and inflation are quickly evolving the plans and perspectives of the guests that fill hotel rooms.

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Meet NHLA member Parclane

NV Hotels

Guest blogger today is Parclane. Learn more about this company. Parclane was created based on the lived experiences of hoteliers. The platform was built as a solution to the struggles that we faced day to day in the industry: RFP volume was flying and going unanswered, lead quality was getting worse by the day, and hours were being wasted on mundane manual processes performed by sellers.

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Teriyaki Madness CEO reveals 4 secrets to fueling franchise growth

Fast Casual

With over 30 years of experience as a franchisee, franchisor, franchise investor and franchise supplier, Michael Haith has a unique perspective on what it takes to achieve success for franchisors.

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Content Marketing Tools for Hoteliers To Try

STAAH

While the hospitality industry is getting more automated, digital content demands time and effort to go around for creative content to attract guests. With online digital marketing tools available it can help you make your content marketing easy and effortless. Creating digital content that’s attractive to the right target audience is a lengthy and time-consuming process, which marketers have discovered to be among their areas of greatest stress.

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Planning Your Restaurant's Path to Profitability

Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.

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Ancillary sales drive pandemic recovery for many airlines

PhocusWire

Ancillary revenue accounted for more than half of 2021 revenue at four airlines: Wizz Air, Frontier, Spirit and Allegiant.

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3 ways to enhance productivity with AI

SAS

Whether working as a business analyst, data scientist or machine learning engineer, one thing remains the same – making an impact with data and AI is what really matters. Pre-processing and exploring data, building and deploying models and turning those scoring values into an actionable insight can be overwhelming. A [.]. 3 ways to enhance productivity with AI was published on SAS Voices by Briana Ullman.

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Travel app bookings up 16% as consumers embrace digital solutions

PhocusWire

According to a PYMNTS study, consumers reported more engagement with travel platforms such as Airbnb and Homestay along with other digital solutions in Q2 2022.

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[Webinar On-Demand] New Horizons: Navigating a changing economy and responding to tech-enabled travellers (Australia)

SiteMinder

In a period of accelerating consumer and economic change, the accommodation industry is being reshaped by a range of powerful external forces that can feel beyond its control. Staff shortages are placing new pressures on business structures, while mass e-commerce adoption and inflation are quickly evolving the plans and perspectives of the guests that fill hotel rooms.

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No-Code Technology: The Key to Unlock the Future of Your Business

Global economies are reeling from recent upheavals—pandemic aftershocks, geopolitical conflicts, and a tech sector crunch. Mark Zuckerberg's 2023 "Year of Efficiency" ethos extends into 2024, with leaders seeking cost reductions without stunting growth. No-code technology emerges as a beacon of hope, fostering resilience and adaptability. Platforms like Make.com and Zapier empower even non-technical staff to automate and innovate, freeing IT for strategic tasks.

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Fortis and Visual Matrix Partner for Integrated Payment Experiences

Technology: Lodging Magazine

NOVI, Michigan—Fortis announced a partnership with Visual Matrix; both partners have lodging vertical expertise and will work toward improving the guest and hotel operator experience by integrating Fortis’ commerce platform with Visual Matrix’s hotel operating system. “Our partnership with Fortis gives Visual Matrix users an opportunity to provide guests with more payment choices,” said Georgine Muntz, CEO at Visual Matrix.

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Ormer Mayfair By Sofian awarded 4 AA Rosettes in 2023 AA Restaurant Guide

Luxury Hospitality Magazine

Ormer Mayfair by Sofian, the fine dining restaurant located within luxury hotel Flemings Mayfair, has beenawarded four Rosettes for the first time at the annual AA Hospitality Awards 2022, held yesterday evening (26th September) to recognise those restaurants achieving the highest standards of culinary excellence. Led by 30-year-old chef Sofian Msetfi, Ormer Mayfair by Sofian was just one of three London restaurants to be awarded four new AA Rosettes and one of only nine new four rosettes nation

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Virdee Check-in Solutions Implement CLEAR Identity Platform

Technology: Lodging Magazine

NEW YORK and AUSTIN, Texas—Virdee has announced it will implement CLEAR’s identity platform to power its digital, self-service check-in solutions. The partnership marks the first integration within the hotel space for CLEAR and its members. CLEAR is integrated into Virdee’s solutions as its method for identity verification, strengthening the reach of Virdee’s platform.

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Now Open: Rika Moon, fine-dining Japanese fusion restaurant in the heart of Notting Hill

Luxury Hospitality Magazine

Now open in the heart of Notting Hill, located on the corner of vibrant Westbourne Grove, Rika Moon is a new family-run Japanese fusion restaurant founded by dynamic business woman Mahsa Salehnazhad and her husband, with Executive Chef Paul Greening (previously of Novikov and Aqua Kyoto) at the helm. The menu couples sophisticated Japanese cuisine with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and creative cocktails set against the backdrop of chic design and decadent interiors.

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Top 5 Ways to Optimize Your Loyalty Strategy

Speaker: Lauren Barash, Vice President, Brand Marketing

In an ever-evolving industry, building and retaining loyal customers is critical to the success of any restaurant business. Join Lauren Barash, VP of Brand Marketing at Full Course, as she delves into the world of restaurant loyalty programs, and reveals the top five essential strategies to optimize your approach! This webinar will explore: Loyalty trends and what you should be focusing on 📊 Actionable insights and ideas to help you develop the most powerful and effective loyalty program

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Revenue Rockstar: Lourdes Ancona Valdez

Duetto Cloud

Lourdes Ancona Valdez is Corporate Director of Revenue Management for RCD Hotels, based in Mexico. A hotel industry veteran, she has been working at RCD for 24 years, and currently oversees revenue operations for five Hard Rock hotels, three Nobu Hotels, one UNICO 20?87? (which is the RCD Hotels' own brand), and three Residence Inns.

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Travel Jobs: The Best Travel Industry Job Boards for Your Career

Revfine

For anyone interested in finding the best travel jobs, industry job boards are often some of the best places to look. These platforms are used by various employers across the different travel sectors and allow you to identify ideal roles and apply for them online. In this article, you will find a list of some. The post Travel Jobs: The Best Travel Industry Job Boards for Your Career appeared first on Revfine.com.

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K2 adds Holiday Inn Express & Suites to portfolio in Niagara

Hotel Management Network

Canadian privately held investment firm K2 Group has expanded its hospitality portfolio in Niagara region with the acquisition of Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel. Located at 10111 Niagara Falls Boulevard, New York, the four-story property features onsite business centre, heated indoor pool, fitness centre, laundry facilities, 500ft 2 of meeting space, and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi.

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Microsoft on the trends and tech shaping travel

PhocusWire

A Microsoft executive outlines the rapidly changing travel landscape and technologies to look out for.

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Win More in 2024: Your Guide to Restaurant Marketing Success

Your Guide to Restaurant Marketing Success Start maximizing ROI and doing more with less with Olo’s ultimate guide to restaurant marketing. In this guide: Strategies to level up in 4 key areas: data, audiences, content distribution, and loyalty Interactive checklists to help you track your progress throughout the year Tips for leveraging guest data across your entire business What you’ll learn: Level 1 | Beginner: Learn how to collect guest data, build a healthy subscriber list, launch personali

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Twenty Four Seven Hotels boosts management footprint in California

Hotel Management Network

Twenty Four Seven Hotels has expanded its portfolio in the West Coast region with four new property additions in California, US. The new hotels include Hampton Inn & Suites Marina, Holiday Inn Express Chino Hills, Hyatt Place Newark/Silicon Valley and Hyatt House Sacramento/Midtown. All the properties are expected to start operating from December this year.