Automatic - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 200

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HT Talks Tech with Patric Knapp, VP of Operations, Bobby’s Burgers by Bobby Flay

🍔 VP of Operations Patric Knapp discusses Bobby’s Burgers’ Charlotte flagship, part of an 8-store chain with Chicago, Colorado, and Utah franchises opening later in 2023. The Charlotte kitchen's efficiency is boosted by a Garland clamshell grill, reducing burger cooking time from 7-10 minutes to 2.5-3.5 minutes. IoT integration with the Toast POS system enhances performance tracking and service speed for the fast-casual brand, offering made-to-order burgers at two temperatures.

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From Fragmentation to Integration: How Cloud Technology is Redefining Hospitality

💻 Francisco Pérez-Lozao, President of Hospitality at Amadeus, underscores a shift in the hospitality industry as technology partners become collaborative allies with hotels. The goal is to co-create innovative solutions enhancing guest satisfaction. He advocates for cloud-based solutions, emphasizing the need for a consistent data architecture to leverage new technologies and avoid revenue loss. Digital merchandising is highlighted as a means for hoteliers to upsell and differentiate their brands. Pérez-Lozao points to IHG's cloud strategy, with six synchronized inventory instances, as a model for high availability and fast response times, essential for competing with giants like Amazon and Google. Transitioning to a cloud-native design is seen as a 10-year journey that could increase revenue by at least 5%.

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Meet Chick-fil-A’s New President

🏨 Mews and Duetto surpassed 600 joint hotel customers, improving global hoteliers' revenue. Since the 2017 partnership, they operate in 29 countries, varying from 3-room to 800-room properties. Users report a 6% average revenue increase in the first year and a subsequent 10% RevPAR growth. Integration through Mews Marketplace is free, with 25% faster deployment than average PMS setups. Two-way data synchronization between Mews and Duetto enhances real-time pricing decisions and profitability.

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Crave Interactive Announces Strategic Partnership with Book4Time to Boost Spa Bookings

📝 Hospitality industry faces 70-80% annual employee turnover, with low wages, long hours, and limited growth opportunities as key reasons. Hospitality America is combating this with mentorship programs led by Justin Deyo, Corporate Director of Operations, who has 20 years of experience. Mentoring includes imparting guest interaction protocols and operation best practices, aiming to foster a sense of value among employees. Notable statistics: 90% of workers with mentors are happy in their jobs, mentored employees are five times more likely to be promoted, 84% of Fortune 500 companies offer mentorship programs, yet only 37% of workers have a mentor. Since the pandemic, mentoring initiatives increased by 30% in organizations. Hospitality America's program emphasizes a culture of PEACH—Passionate, Excellence, Adaptable, Community, Humble—to guide success.

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Honeywell Launches INNCOM Direct to Help Mid-Market Hotels Reduce their Carbon Footprint

📢 Hospitality America, tackling an estimated 70-80% annual turnover in the hospitality industry, implements a strategic mentorship program led by Corporate Director of Operations, Justin Deyo, who has 20 years of experience. The program aims to improve employee retention and satisfaction by fostering a culture of appreciation, innovation, and growth. Mentors will train staff on guest interaction, operational efficiency, and crisis management. Key statistics: 90% of mentored employees feel happy at work, mentoring makes employees five times more likely to be promoted, and 76% believe mentorship is crucial for professional success.

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Hospitality America Focusing on Mentorship to Attract, Retain Hotel Employees and Cultivate Future Leaders

👨‍🎓 Hospitality America, a hotel management company, faces an industry challenge of high employee turnover, estimated at 70-80% annually. To improve retention, they're emphasizing mentorship to help hotel staff feel valued and supported. Justin Deyo, with 20 years of experience, leads the mentorship program, focusing on guest service and operational excellence. Key facts include that 90% of mentored employees are happy at work; mentoring makes employees five times more likely to be promoted; 84% of Fortune 500 companies have mentoring programs; yet only 37% of workers have a mentor. Post-pandemic, there's been a 30% increase in mentoring programs. Hospitality America's mentors embody the PEACH culture—Passionate, Excellence, Adaptable, Community, Humble—to guide career progression. CEO Ben Campbell highlights mentorship as essential for grooming hospitality leaders.

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Integration of Mews and Duetto Reaches More Than 600 Hotels

💸 Hospitality industry faces a high employee turnover rate, estimated between 70-80%. Hospitality America, led by Corporate Director of Operations Justin Deyo with 20 years of experience, addresses this issue through mentorship, aiming to create a culture of value, support, and empowerment. Mentors will convey guest service protocols and best practices to mentees. Statistics show 90% of mentored workers feel content, mentoring increases promotion chances by five times, and 76% of workers believe mentorship is essential for career success. Since the pandemic, mentoring initiatives have increased by 30%. Hospitality America's mentors embody the company's PEACH culture to foster success. CEO Ben Campbell emphasizes mentorship's role in career progression and leadership development within the hospitality industry.

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Flowing Smarter: How Real-Time Data is Revolutionizing Water Management in Hospitality

💧 Effective water management is crucial for facilities like hotels and fitness centers, utilizing real-time data monitoring to maintain optimal water conditions—pH levels, chlorine concentration, and temperature. VivoAquatics offers a dashboard for tracking water usage, identifying inefficiencies, and supporting proactive maintenance, which can lead to reduced operational costs and environmental impact. Submetering advances precision in management, providing detailed data for specific water system sections, aiding in sustainability and cost savings. Predictive analytics using historical data forecast future usage, optimizing maintenance scheduling and minimizing guest disruption.

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Deconstructing Cyberattacks: Your Guide to Post-Incident Forensic Analysis

💻 Post-incident forensic analysis aids businesses in learning from cyberattacks to bolster future defenses. It involves identification and containment using tools like SIEM, collection of data logs, analysis to determine intruders' methods, and detailed reporting, which can take weeks to months. Best practices include regular SOC audits, penetration testing services, leveraging AI-driven technologies like UBA, and fostering a strong cybersecurity culture. Nazy Fouladirad, President and COO of Tevora, emphasizes its importance for secure business environments.

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Hotel Effectiveness by Actabl Unveils New Labor Trends, Advanced Scheduling Features for 2024

🍞 Porto's Bakery & Café, established in 1976 by Rosa Porto, partners with Tillster to upgrade its digital ordering system. Serving over 2 million guests monthly across six Southern California locations, with a seventh to open in Downtown Disney Anaheim in 2025, Porto's is celebrated for Cuban treats and voted Best Bakery by the Los Angeles Times. Tillster will enhance the online experience for Porto's, which also offers nationwide shipping of its popular pastries and cakes through Porto's Bake at Home.

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