Tag Archives: Hotel Technology

The 2013 HotelChatter Hotel WiFi Report

Posted on May 6, 2013 by

Ever since HotelChatter’s first annual Hotel WiFi Report in 2004, we’ve insisted that in-room WiFi was as essential as a working shower or air conditioning and that it needed to be offered free, fast, and reliably. Hotels often gave us … Continue reading →

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Do’s and Don’ts of Hotel Technology

Posted on May 3, 2013 by

On what can be described as the eve of AHTEC@HOFEX 2013, it’s the perfect time to update our ever-popular DO’s and DON’TS of Hotel Technology. Should you have something to add to the list, please send it to us for … Continue reading →

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HTNG Unites Leading Hotel Groups to Reduce Vulnerability of Customer Payment Card Information

Posted on February 27, 2013 by

Hotel Technology Next Generation (HTNG), the membership association that unites the world’s hospitality companies and technology innovators to solve industry challenges, today announced the availability of the HTNG Secure Payments Framework for Hospitality. The Framework is a collaborative effort of … Continue reading →

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Investing in hotel technology – guest needs versus franchise demands

Posted on December 24, 2012 by

It’s a dilemma that’s been simmering under the surface of the industry for years and one that shows no sign of abating… How does a hotel owner follow franchisors brand standards, whilst managing potential conflict with guest needs and ensuring … Continue reading →

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Six Questions Hoteliers Should Ask to Evaluate Sustainable Technologies

Posted on June 11, 2012 by

As a global hospitality consultancy, HVS is oftentimes asked to comment on emerging technologies that are potentially applicable to hotel and resort operations – both from the perspective of hoteliers who want to learn further about opportunities for the modernization … Continue reading →

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Choosing the Right Front Office Management Software for Your Hotel

Posted on May 28, 2012 by

Whether it is a hotel, restaurant, resort or club, the front office is the most important public area of a hotel property. At the front office, the reception desk is located and does all the front of the hotel activities. … Continue reading →

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IDS NEXT Gets a Technology Hotline

Posted on March 6, 2012 by

If customers need to get in touch with your company, they want to do this fast and immediately. If your phone numbers or contact details are not immediately visible, they could well be heading to your competitors. With the economy … Continue reading →

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Discovering the Revenue Opportunity in Hosted Solutions

Posted on February 16, 2012 by

Reduced costs, simplified IT infrastructure and administration, scalability, improved flexibility, consolidated view of  business, and personalized customer experience are  key drivers for the increasing popularity of hosted solutions in the hospitality sector. The emergence of internet-based applications and hosted solutions … Continue reading →

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