4 Ways Facial Recognition Can Be Used in the Travel Industry
Until recently, facial recognition technology was a concept most commonly associated with science fiction. However, the technology has now advanced to the point where it is mainstream, compatible with smartphones, and used by social media sites. The travel industry is another area where facial recognition is being introduced more frequently. In this article, you will find out how it is fundamentally helping to transform tourism. Table of Contents: What Is Facial Recognition? Facial Recognition Within
How Can Voice Control Benefit the Travel Industry?
Voice control is one of the most exciting technology trends that has emerged in recent years. Thanks to home hubs and smartphones, it has become a part of many consumers' everyday lives. For tourism companies, it is important to respond to this, embrace new approaches, and capitalize on the technology's potential. Here, you will learn more about voice control and how it can help the travel industry. Table of Contents: What is Voice Control? How
How Blockchain Technology is Transforming the Travel Industry
Over recent years, blockchain technology has generated significant excitement within many industries and fields. This is largely because it has the potential to dramatically change how information or data is stored and used, enhancing transparency and security while also improving transactions. Here, we take a more detailed look at the various ways blockchain is used, or is likely to be used, within the travel industry. Table of Contents: Understanding Blockchain Technology: What Is It? How
5 Ways Big Data Can Benefit the Travel Industry
Within the travel industry, big data is one of the most important concepts to get to grips with, because most other businesses are already utilizing it and reaping the rewards. These rewards include the ability to make more informed decisions, learn about customers and competitors, improve the customer experience, and increase revenue. In this article, you will learn more about big data, and how it can benefit companies in the tourism industry. Table of Contents:
Hotel Robots: An Overview of Different Robots Used in Hotels
Hotel robots represent some of the most effective forms of hospitality technology, and their presence will help ensure superior guest satisfaction. As a growing number of properties are employing these autonomous "smart" services, it only stands to reason that we examine these robots in greater detail. What benefits can your property expect to enjoy? Table of Contents: What are Robots? Why are Hotel Robots Becoming More Popular? Examples of Robots Being Used in Hotels Examples of Robots Intended to Greet Guests Examples of Robots Dealing with Housekeeping Examples of Hotel Robot That Delivers RoomService Examples of Luggage Handling & Storage
10 Best Hotel Loyalty Programs to Turn Visitors into Loyal Guests
Hotel loyalty programs provide guests with not just benefits and rewards but a tailored experience that fits like a glove. Properties leverage these programs to build up both brand and loyalty among guests to ensure return visits. The fact that both parties benefit makes loyalty programs one of the best tools a property has to compete within an often turbulent market. In this article, you'll discover not only the fundamental elements of the programs but
Should Hotels Apply Strict or Flexible Cancellation Policies?
Question for Our Revenue Management Expert Panel: What are the benefits and risks of applying strict cancellation policies versus flexible? How does the competition influence a hotel's cancellation policy? (Question proposed by Niko Krauseneck)Â Our Revenue Management Expert Panel Niko Krauseneck - Founder, RevenueRebel Massimiliano Terzulli - Revenue Management Consultant, Franco Grasso Revenue Team Pallavi Gaonkar - Director of Revenue, Ayada Maldives Kathryn Baker - COO, TCRM (Total
Late Check-Out Hotel Strategies: A Comprehensive Guide for Hoteliers
Late check-out hotel strategies are based on allowing guests to extend their stay beyond the standard check-out time. Hotels will often charge guests extra for the option of checking out late. These strategies are important for the guest experience because they add an extra level of convenience. In addition, late
Interview with Founder and CEO Vassilis Syropoulos of Juyo Analytics
In this article, we're interviewing Vassilis Syropoulos. Vassilis is the founder and CEO of Juyo Analytics. He founded the company to provide a consolidated analytics solution for the hospitality industry. One which makes it easy to work with complex data using an easy-to-understand interface.
How to Craft Your Hotel Website’s Navigation into a Digital Lobby
It should come as no surprise that your hotel's website, in fact, serves as a virtual lobby for your business. The question is—are you treating it as such? The Importance of Your Digital Lobby In a similar way to how your property’s lobby sets the tone for a new guest’s