Automatic - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 134

Lodging Interactive Launches GuestCONNECT

📃 Duetto, a leader in hospitality revenue management software, released its 2025 trends report, identifying rising costs, AI, personalization, evolving revenue metrics, and data integration as key challenges for hoteliers. Increased costs, particularly labor, are the top concern. With 54.5% of respondents planning to invest in a revenue management system in 2025, and 61.1% looking to increase their technology budgets, the industry prioritizes tech advancements. AI is recognized for its predictive forecasting and dynamic pricing benefits, yet skepticism about replacing human judgment persists. Personalization is emphasized for enhancing guest experiences and loyalty. Revenue metrics are shifting towards total revenue per occupied room (TRevPOR) and gross operating profit (GOP) for better profitability assessment. Data's role in revenue strategies is expanding from collection to actionable integration. The report includes insights from Hotel Tech Report, Sandos Hotels & Resorts, CP Hospitality, Noble House Hotels & Resorts, Sandman Hotel Group, and Grand Metropolitan Hotels.

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Duetto’s 2025 Hospitality Trends Report Reveals Hoteliers’ Biggest Challenges

💸 Duetto, a leading hospitality industry revenue management software provider, released its 2025 hospitality trends report. The report, sourced from a global survey of hoteliers, indicates that increased costs, AI, personalization, evolving revenue metrics, and data are the primary challenges for this year. 54.5% of respondents plan to purchase a revenue management system in 2025; 61.1% will increase their technology budgets. Hoteliers are shifting focus from RevPAR to TRevPOR and GOP for better profitability insights. AI is seen as crucial for predictive forecasting and dynamic pricing, while personalization is expected to enhance guest satisfaction. Data integration into revenue strategies is vital, and the report includes insights from sectors like meetings, events, and casinos for a comprehensive industry outlook.

New Study Finds 73% of Hoteliers Believe AI Will Transform Hospitality

📰 Duetto, a leading revenue management software provider for hospitality, released its 2025 report identifying increased costs, AI, personalization, evolving revenue metrics, and data as key challenges. The report is based on a global survey of hoteliers and includes input from industry executives. Key facts include 54.5% planning to buy a revenue management system in 2025, and 61.1% increasing their technology budgets. AI's role in revenue management is emphasized, alongside the rising importance of TRevPOR and GOP over RevPAR for profitability insights.

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A Comprehensive Overview of Attribute-Based Selling in the Hotel Industry

📌 Attribute-Based Selling (ABS) in the hotel industry allows customization of stays by selecting room features individually, gaining traction especially among larger hotel chains and boutique hotels. ABS implementation requires Cloud-based PMS like Hotelogix and Stayntouch, enhancing guest booking transparency and satisfaction. Benefits for hotels include increased revenue, conversion rates, and operational flexibility, with improvements in ADR and RevPAR. Guests enjoy personalized experiences and potential cost savings. However, challenges involve complex technology integration, inventory management, and staff training. Overselling attributes poses risks of consumer disappointment, reputation damage, and legal concerns. Ethical marketing practices are essential for balancing ABS benefits, and future trends indicate increased ABS adoption with support from AI and machine learning.

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From Overwhelmed to Organized: Tech Solutions for Hotel Sustainability Goals

🏛 Over 200 sustainability certifications are available globally for hospitality and tourism brands, emphasizing the importance of strategic selection for hoteliers. Leveraging technology simplifies data management for certifications, which are essential for compliance with regulations like the EU's Green Claims Directive and Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive. Certifications such as LEED and BREEAM focus on environmental building performance, while others like Green Globe target specific operational practices. Strategic choices between standardization and local specificity are key, with digital tools like BeCause's AI platform aiding in compliance and benchmarking.

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G6 Hospitality Partners with HotelKey to Enhance Technology Infrastructure for Motel 6 and Studio 6 Brands

🏨 G6 Hospitality, part of OYO's portfolio, announced a partnership with HotelKey to maintain its Property Management System across Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands in the US and Canada. The event in Nagpur, Maharashtra, India, included dignitaries like Shri Nitin Gadkari and Ritesh Agarwal. G6 plans to expand by over 150 hotels in 2025, growing its North American network of over 1,500 properties. HotelKey, noted for its high adoption rates, will facilitate operational optimization and guest experience enhancement across G6 properties.

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Club Quarters Rolls Out Digital Wallet Compatible Room Keys Across All Hotels with Mobile Access from Vingcard

📱 G6 Hospitality, part of OYO's portfolio, partners with HotelKey to upgrade technology at its 1,500+ Motel 6 and Studio 6 properties in the US and Canada. The announcement was made in Nagpur, India, on January 11, 2025. G6 aims to open over 150 hotels in 2025. The partnership promises to optimize operations and enhance guest experiences. HotelKey maintains its role as the core Property Management System for G6, noted for its high adoption rates and positive franchisee feedback.

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How Will Hospitality Tackle Its 2025 Staffing Crisis?

🏩 Hospitality industry faced an all-time high exit rate last year with over 3 million people quitting. Millennials and Gen Z, being the world's largest demographic entering the workplace, are redefining hiring with their digital savvy and value-driven job expectations. Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and AI are utilized to optimize recruitment, reduce response times, and automate workflows. 43% of hotels report housekeeping as an ongoing staffing challenge. The article emphasizes the importance of company culture and personalized recruitment strategies to attract and retain top talent.

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GoNexus Group and STAY Announce Global Strategic Alliance

📱 G6 Hospitality, owner of Motel 6 and Studio 6, partners with HotelKey for property management across its 1,500+ North American properties. The partnership, announced in Nagpur, India, with key figures like Shri Nitin Gadkari and Ritesh Agarwal in attendance, aims to optimize hotel operations and enhance guest experiences. G6 plans to add over 150 hotels by 2025. HotelKey is celebrated for its user-friendly technology, contributing to G6's operational continuity and expansion strategy.

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SHR Finds Hotels Undercut by OTAs Pay 50% More for PPC Leads

📰 G6 Hospitality partners with technology provider HotelKey to upgrade tech capabilities in over 1,500 North American properties under Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands. The collaboration, strengthening operational continuity for franchisees, was announced in Nagpur, India, with plans to add 150+ hotels in 2025. The event had Indian dignitaries like Shri Nitin Gadkari and industry leaders including OYO's Ritesh Agarwal. HotelKey's PMS to remain the core system across G6's network, aiming to optimize hotel operations and guest experiences.

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