4 Steps for Improving Meetings & Events Revenue Performance
Revenue leaders across the globe devote a considerable amount of their efforts to driving room revenue performance. It’s an understandable decision, given that rooms are the obvious staple of any hotel operation and there are only so many hours in a day. 4 Steps for Improving Meetings & Events Revenue Performance With meetings and events (M&E) being responsible for nearly 20 to 30 percent of revenue for the average hospitality organization, those who neglect to
How to Measure The Profitability of Your Hotel Business
Profitability is a business's ability to generate earnings from its operations over a given period. Various methods, known as profitability ratios, gauge a business's overall profitability. This article explains the different profitability ratios and explains how revenue management can positively impact profitability. Insight in Profitability Ratios Profitability ratios provide insight into how a business is performing and are key tools for accurately analyzing financial statements. Every business owner should know what these parameters represent and
Maximizing Revenue for Extended Stay Accommodations: Challenges and Opportunities
Extended stay accommodations and serviced apartments represent a small but fast-growing portion of the European hospitality sector, with the market projected to grow (1) at CAGR of 12.3% from 2024 to 2030. The segment’s relatively rapid growth should come as no surprise as more travelers are booking trips that blend both work and play, major hotspots crack down on short-term rentals like AirBnb, and their relatively lean operating models fuel an influx of investment and
How to Maximize Hotel Revenue by Applying Open Pricing to Upselling
You probably already know that adjusting your room rates based on demand fluctuations can boost your revenue. But have you ever thought of applying this approach to upselling? And what about taking things yet another step further and using the principles of open pricing on upselling as well? Keep reading to discover how these techniques can take your revenue strategy and top line to the next level. The Role of Upselling in Revenue Management Upselling
What skills should hotels look for when recruiting Revenue Managers?
Question for Our Revenue Management Expert Panel: What top skills and characteristics should hotels look for when recruiting in Revenue Management leadership? Our Revenue Management Expert Panel Paulo Aragao - Revenue Management Professional Chaya Kowal - Director of Revenue Management, Potato Head Family Patrick Wimble - Managing Director, Lightbulb Consulting Theresa Prins - Founder, Revenue Resolutions Heiko Rieder - Vice President Revenue Management and Reservations, Penta Hotels Pablo
5 Reasons Why Implementing RMS in High Season Makes Absolute Sense
Check-in lines, a full luggage store, and you running around, juggling hotel admin work, staff, customer service, marketing, and prices. Welcome to the high season. Amidst this chaos, implementing a new technology solution like a Revenue Management System (RMS) might be the last thing on your to-do list. However, here are five reasons why doing so during this time could be your best strategic move. 5 Reasons for RMS Implementation in High Season Below, you'll
Why is Rate Parity Vital for Hotels? & Tips to Win the Parity Game
Hotels want the best price for their room. Therefore, the same price is set throughout all digital distribution channels. But what if a distribution channel uses lower prices? In this article, you can learn about rate parity and how hotels can prevent distribution channels from undercutting the direct price. What is Rate Parity? In simple words, rate parity is a sales strategy that allows hotels to set an equal price throughout all digital distribution channels.
Harnessing Hotel Business Intelligence: 5 Key Questions Your Data Should Answer
Embracing data-driven decision-making is vital for hotels looking to thrive in today's competitive environment. From identifying top revenue-generating channels to tracking total revenue per available room (TrevPAR) and managing costs, having access to interconnected data allows hoteliers to make quick, informed decisions that can boost operational efficiency, elevate the guest
Hotel Budget: Effective Budgeting Tips for Hoteliers
Establishing a hotel budget involves estimating revenue and expenditure over a defined period and establishing rules about how much money is available based on various factors, including changes in customer demand. In this article, you can access some effective budgeting tips for your hotel. Table of Contents: What Is the
5 Steps to Master The Basics of Hotel Benchmarking
Whether your hotel brand contains five-star luxury hotels or serviced apartments, having precise data and knowing how to leverage it, is critical to building a successful hotel revenue plan. When it comes to implementing a hotel benchmarking strategy, there are multiple questions to consider. How do I define my compsets?
5 Reasons to Choose a Hospitality-Focused BI Solution for Your Hotel
As a hotelier, making sense of your data is not a simple task. It often involves consolidating information across multiple systems to understand guest preferences, improve the financial health of your business, and proactively plan for the future. Hospitality-Focused BI Tools vs. Generic Options Business intelligence (BI) software has become
Guest Expectations in 2024: 8 Trends You Should Be Aware of
As time passes and technology keeps evolving, we enter into a new era of guest expectations. It's no longer enough to simply meet their needs, and the challenge now lies in exceeding them. In this dynamic landscape, where every guest is an insightful traveler armed with high expectations, how can
Top 3 Goals for Independent Properties and Strategies for Success
They say after the storm comes a calm. However, the storm has yet to pass in the hospitality industry. While seeing the light again is possible, the industry still navigates in turbulent waters. Why? With a fierce competition of over 17.5 million guestrooms in 187,000 hotels (1) worldwide, independent hotels