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The RFP Process for Hotel PMS
📋 An RFP (Request for Proposal) is a vital document and process for hotels to acquire services like Property Management Systems (PMS). It outlines the hotel's needs and facilitates comparison of vendors' products, services, and prices. The RFP process includes drafting, reviewing, and distributing the document to pre-qualified vendors who then detail their offerings for evaluation. Various RFP formats exist, with the text-style format recommended for comprehensive analysis. Standard RFP structure and supporting templates are available for download, aiding in the selection and…
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SOCIETIES Magazine’s 6th Edition
The May–August 2026 issue examines how intention, atmosphere, AI, design and cultural relevance are reshaping premium guest experiences PARIS, France, June 15, 2026 – Influence Society, a leading digital marketing agency serving high-end hospitality brands, today announced the release of SOCIETIES Magazine for May-August 2026. The new issue explores what the magazine defines as “The New Language of Luxury”, a shift away from excess and toward intention, emotional depth, craftsmanship, atmosphere and experiences that remain with guests long after they leave. The sixth edition of…
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The visibility game just got serious for hoteliers
For years, hotel marketers knew the rules. Invest in SEO. Optimize your website. Climb the rankings. Win the click. But the game has changed. Here’s why the integration of Wayfinder into Cendyn CMS is the literal game-changer for hotels’ Find, Book, and Grow strategies. Guests are no longer starting every journey on search engines. They’re asking ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, and Perplexity where to stay, what hotels to consider, and which properties best match their needs. But there’s a problem with this. Most hotels have no idea what AI is saying about them. Imagine stepping onto the…
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