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💸 Digital tipping in hotels, encouraged via QR codes, aligns with guests' preferences for digital payments, which account for one-third of on-premises transactions according to McKinsey data. Hotel managers report that digital tipping boosts employee morale, sparks competition, improves service quality, and may increase cash tips. It also aids in reducing turnover costs by fostering employee engagement with the hotel's mission. Russ Lemmer, founder of Grazzy in 2021, aims to enhance service workers' earnings in various industries, including hotels, by promoting digital tipping, which can add several dollars per hour to employees' wages. Lemmer's background includes co-founding Silvercar, Inc., acquired by Audi in 2017, and creating Dealerware, a fleet management platform.

🏥 The WHO declared the Covid crisis over in May 2023. A May 2024 AHLA survey showed 76% of hotels face staff shortages. In 2024, international travel nearly reached pre-pandemic levels at 99%. More than half of Americans plan to travel more in 2025. Hospitality IT teams are now using advanced tools for demand prediction. Hurricane Ian's impact led to a major hospitality client outsourcing 1,472 service hours within 48 hours. The gig customer service model is being adopted, and Arise Platform helps hospitality brands with flexible staffing. In 2022, training initiatives for a cruise client increased revenue per booking by almost 12%.

📊 PPDS announces its 50" Philips Signage 3650 EcoDesign as the first digital signage display to receive the EPEAT Climate+ Gold designation for sustainability in electronics. The Philips Signage 3000 Series EcoDesign uses eco-friendly manufacturing, materials, packaging, and software, boasting 4K performance with 50% less energy consumption compared to similar models. The series has energy label ratings of E, D, and C for its 50", 55", and 65" models, respectively. The product is designed for easy recycling, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and the elimination of toxic chemicals. Packaging is 90% recycled and 100% recyclable, with the removal of plastic bags and polystyrene, replaced by 100% recycled carton cushioning. PPDS emphasizes continuous enhancement of product sustainability and energy efficiency.

📈 PPDS' 50" Philips Signage 3000 EcoDesign is the first digital signage display to earn the EPEAT Climate+ Gold designation for sustainability. This series, ideal for hospitality venues, uses EcoDesign methodology to cut energy consumption by 50% compared to similar models. It's part of a lineup including 55" and 65" models, aiming for energy efficiency with E, D, and C energy label ratings respectively. The series is managed remotely via software like Philips Wave and features recycled packaging materials, with plans to enhance existing models for further sustainability.

📈 PPDS' Philips Signage 3650 EcoDesign, a 50” ultra low power digital signage display, has earned the first EPEAT Climate+ Gold designation. The display is part of the Philips Signage 3000 Series, which consumes 50% less energy than comparable models. The series received energy label ratings of E, D, and C for the 50", 55", and 65" models respectively. Key sustainability criteria met by the product include reduced greenhouse gas emissions, enhanced circularity, elimination of toxic chemicals, and responsible supply chains. The Philips 3000 Series EcoDesign also features packaging made from 90% recycled and 100% recyclable materials, with the elimination of plastic bags and polystyrene. PPDS continues to innovate with remote device management options like Philips Wave.

🌏 Philips Signage 3650 EcoDesign by PPDS is the first digital signage display awarded EPEAT Climate+ Gold. Consumes 50% less energy than comparable models, rated E on the 50" model, D on 55" and C on 65". Features include reduced greenhouse gas emissions, circularity in design, elimination of toxic chemicals, and responsible supply chains. Packaging uses 90% recycled and 100% recyclable materials, with no plastic bags or polystyrene. Can be managed remotely with Philips Wave or third-party software.

📈 PPDS' 50” Philips Signage 3650 EcoDesign achieved EPEAT Climate+ Gold, the first digital signage to do so. It uses an EcoDesign methodology, reducing energy consumption by 50% compared to similar models, and has already received low energy label ratings (E, D, and C). EPEAT certifies electronics based on climate, circularity, chemicals of concern, and responsible supply chains. PPDS is committed to sustainability, using 90% recycled and 100% recyclable packaging, and removing plastic bags and polystyrene. The Philips 3000 Series EcoDesign is part of PPDS' Android SoC family and can be remotely managed.

📈 PPDS announced its 50” Philips Signage 3000 EcoDesign as the first digital signage display awarded EPEAT Climate+ Gold designation. The model consumes 50% less energy than comparable models, achieving an 'E' energy label. EPEAT rates products' environmental impact, with this display meeting 100% of Climate Criteria and 50% of optional criteria. It features 4K performance, recycled packaging, and can be managed remotely. PPDS aims to certify the 55” and 65” models similarly.