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Automation is the Ally of Hotel Staff, and Not Their Replacement
By Stephen Burke, Founder & CEO, RobosizeME Hotels across regions are under pressure to operate efficiently despite persistent labor shortages, cost inflation, and global instability. In the US, political tensions, evolving immigration policies, and a slowdown in international tourism have added pressure to the labor market. These challenges have been compounded by the recent government shutdown, which has led the FAA to reduce flight capacity at several major airports, creating further uncertainty for travel and hospitality operations. In this volatile environment, automation can…
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From Revenue Manager to Commercial Strategist
📈 76% of revenue managers' week is spent on internal tasks. Nearly 40% of RMS recommendations are overridden manually. Less than 50% of their time goes to direct revenue-generating work. LodgIQ urges a shift to commercial strategists who optimize hotel performance. Their guide, “From Revenue Manager to Commercial Strategist,” focuses on AI, automation, and business intelligence for strategic impact.
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Luxury Hotels Shift to Mobile Technology, Eliminating Fixed Workstations for Seamless Guest Services and Staff Flexibility
📱 In luxury hotels, fixed workstations create service inefficiencies. Guests face delays at front desks, restaurants, and spas due to static systems. A shift to mobile, guest-centered service is underway. One luxury group managed over 200 transactions in hours using mobile devices. Modern mobile hardware like Apple’s devices surpasses proprietary systems. This approach enables hardware flexibility, staff empowerment, and guest-focused service, eliminating physical bottlenecks. Hotels are transitioning to mobile to enhance guest experience and operational fluidity.
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