HITEC 2026 Highlights: Hotels Absorb Wage Pressure with 2.3% Efficiency Gains Without Increased Headcount in Q1.
📊 HITEC 2026 Day Three in San Antonio saw eight startups pitch innovations, and a closed-door round table with hotel CIOs highlighted disagreements on AI readiness. Q1 2026 labor data from Actabl found cost per occupied room rose 1.8%, while hours per room dropped 2.3%, showcasing efficiency gains. Design Hotels added 16 Palisociety properties across nine U.S. cities, expanding its North American presence by over 1,000 keys. The hospitality industry's focus on human connection is reflected in evolving legal frameworks.
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