This page highlights the latest news about Property Management Systems in the hotel industry. PMS solutions play a central role in hotel operations, distribution, guest experience, and revenue performance worldwide.
Here you will find curated updates related to leading PMS providers from trusted and reputable sources, including industry publications, official company announcements, and expert analysis. By bringing these perspectives together in one place, the page offers a clear and up to date view of how PMS technology is evolving, from product innovation and integrations to strategic partnerships, regulatory changes, and the broader trends shaping the hospitality ecosystem.
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RobosizeME Raises $2M Seed Round Led by SeedTwo Capital to Bring AI Workflow Automation to the Global Hotel Industry
New Investment Backs Hospitality Tech Startup, Expanding 24/7 Workflow Automation to Improve Efficiency, Accuracy, and Scalability Across Hotel Portfolios. Toronto, Canada and Olomouc, Czechia – February 25, 2026 – SeedTwo
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HOSPITALITY X redefines hotel operations through Shiji full-stack adoption
Four German hotels transitioned from Lindner to HOSPITALITY X management with Shiji’s cloud PMS replacing legacy systems across all properties.
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HOSPITALITY X Goes Live on Shiji Daylight PMS and Infrasys POS Across Four Hotels
Four hotels go live on Shiji’s integrated PMS and POS, strengthening operation agility across the innovative DACH hospitality portfolio. Berlin, Germany, February 25, 2026 – Shiji, the global leader in
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RMS expands RMS Pay further
This article was written by Travolution. Click here to read the original article Australian cloud-native PMS firm, RMS, has launched automated invoicing and Advanced Payment Schedules, extending the capabilities of
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The Operational Tax Hotel Groups Don’t Realize They’re Paying
📊 Hotel groups face an “operational tax” due to repetitive tasks. Tasks like rate code updates and daily reports accumulate, leading to inefficiencies. A large hotel group saved 312 working days annually by automating one workflow. Commercial teams spend 60-70% of their time on manual tasks. While AI adoption appears high, true transformation is lacking. Operational tax persists because it is normalized, fragmented, and readiness varies. Automating repetitive tasks helps redesign expertise application.
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The RM’s Dilemma: Why Your Perfect Spreadsheet Kills Your TRM Strategy
This article was written by Demand Calendar. Click here to read the original article You’re a Revenue Manager, a title that implies vision, foresight, and high-level strategy. But as you
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From Fragmented PMS to Forecast Confidence: A Case Study
This article was written by Revfine. Click here to read the original article Managing revenue across multiple properties is complex. When different PMS systems, inconsistent data, and slow reporting are
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I’ve been playing around with Claude Cowork Anthropic’s AI and OpenClaw (Now part of OpenAI) lately… and honestly, It’s a shift. If you work in hospitality and you’re not experimenting with AI… | Joan Sanz
💻 Claude Cowork by Anthropic and OpenClaw (now part of OpenAI) are revolutionizing hospitality with AI. AI agents can now optimize CRM pipelines, set up hotel PMS in minutes, and manage room types in Channel Managers with full mapping logic, reducing manual errors and inefficiencies. These agents can detect operational anomalies, optimize room assignments, and predict maintenance issues, all through platforms like WhatsApp, Slack, or Telegram, enhancing efficiency and execution in Hoteltech sales.
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Booking Studio by Shiji, a customizable direct booking engine built for hotel websites
📅 Berlin, Germany, February 23, 2026 – Shiji launches Booking Studio, a direct booking engine integrated with Daylight PMS, enhancing hotel control over booking experiences. Key features include real-time availability, centralized control, and flexible booking flows. Booking Studio supports hotels in optimizing their direct booking strategies, reducing third-party reliance. Shiji serves over 91,000 hotels and employs more than 5,000 people worldwide, offering comprehensive technology solutions for the hospitality industry. For details, visit Shiji’s website.
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Leadership in Hotel Technology: Balancing Individuality and Consistency | Clayton Porter posted on the topic | LinkedIn
💻 When operating technology across thousands of hotels globally, each property’s unique story emerges from diverse brands, ownerships, and international markets. Despite varied settings—urban high-rises or destination resorts—the operational demands remain remarkably similar. Successful technology leadership focuses on integration, ensuring systems like PMS and POS work seamlessly to enhance guest experiences. The key challenge lies in integrating these systems, which scales complexity faster than the tools themselves. Organizations excelling in this area design scalable ecosystems that maintain individuality and consistency.
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FLYR Hospitality Now Available on Shiji Daylight PMS
Shiji, the global leader in hospitality technology, announced that FLYR Hospitality now connects directly with Shiji’s Daylight PMS, enabling hotel groups to deploy FLYR Hospitality’s AI-first commercial optimization platform across their portfolios. The integration gives hospitality operators seamless access to automated pricing, real-time forecasting, and unified performance analytics through their existing property management system.
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Are hotels becoming software companies? Mews and Bob W. hotels seem to believe so according to a new article on Hospitality Net. They see the shift. They’re underestimating where it leads. The… | Pedro Colaco | 16 comments
💻 Hotels in 2026? Mews and Bob W. hotels notice a shift towards tech, but 20+ systems like TV, Wifi, PMS, and more, don’t integrate guest experience. A 10% ADR premium can vanish, losing €650,000+ annually for 100 rooms. Systems cost per room monthly, take a cut of upsells, and create data silos. Future hotels need fewer tech layers and clear decision-making ownership. Every new system means revenue for vendors, but less human connection for guests.
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AI Agents for Hotels Are Shaping the Next Generation of Hospitality
🤖 In the hotel industry, AI agents are transforming operations. 65% of hotels face staffing shortages, with 71% having unfilled positions. AI agents improve areas like revenue, guest communication, and energy management, working 24/7. Oracle reveals 73% of guests want less staff contact, and 74% desire AI-driven personalized services. A mid-sized hotel saw a 10% revenue increase using AI for pricing. Hilton’s AI reduced energy costs by over $1 billion. 78% of hotel chains use AI, with 89% planning more…
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AI Agents for Hotels Are Shaping the Next Generation of Hospitality
💻 AI agents for hotels boost operations by autonomously managing tasks like revenue management, housekeeping, and guest communication. They help address staffing shortages with API-enabled systems, operate 24/7, and meet growing guest expectations for low-contact services. Oracle research shows 73% of travelers want tech to minimize staff interaction. AHLA notes 65% of hotels face staffing shortages. With AI, a hotel saw a 10% RevPAR increase. Hilton’s AI saved over $1 billion in energy costs.
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FLYR Hospitality now connects directly with Shiji’s Daylight PMS
🏨 Shiji, on February 20, 2026, announced the integration of FLYR Hospitality’s AI-driven platform with Daylight PMS in Atlanta, Georgia. This collaboration allows hotel groups to automate pricing and forecasting, moving away from manual systems. Daylight’s architecture facilitates faster deployments across portfolios. FLYR is gaining traction, partnering with brands like Amadeus and Time Hotels. Shiji serves over 91,000 hotels globally, providing innovative tech solutions. FLYR caters to hotels across Europe, North America, and the Middle East.
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Marriott ramps up AI investment to modernize hotel technology
💻 Feb 20, 2026, Marriott International plans significant investment in AI and hotel technology as part of a multiyear modernization program. In 2026, major spending aims to upgrade reservation, property management, and loyalty systems, while exploring AI for enhancing guest experiences and operational efficiency. Despite evolving technology, AI is viewed as a strategic opportunity to improve pricing, marketing, and guest communication, with expected operational efficiency gains. AI adoption remains in early stages, allowing hotels to experiment with strategies.
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Maraleina Sports Resort Koh Samui elevates performance-led hospitality with Shiji’s integrated technology ecosystem
Shiji, the global leader in hospitality technology, announced today that Maraleina Sports Resorts Koh Samui, one of Asia’s leading sports-performance destinations, has successfully live with Shiji’s Daylight PMS, alongside a full rollout of Shiji’s integrated hospitality technology ecosystem. The implementation includes Infrasys POS, Shiji Horizon Distribution, IBE, and advanced payment tokenization, creating a seamless, future-ready digital foundation that enhances both operational performance and the guest journey.
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The 3 levels of pricing architecture: where is your profitability decided? (Part 2)
📈 Hotels are shifting pricing strategies across three levels of pricing architecture. At Level 1, hotels use static pricing, risking lost ADR in high demand and slow conversions in low demand. Level 2 offers dynamic pricing, adjusting supplements based on demand and enhancing conversion. Level 3 uses Revenue Management Systems for predictive pricing, requiring extensive data mapping. Level 2 often offers the best profitability, utilizing strategic disparities against OTAs and margin arbitrage to increase direct bookings and revenue.
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Maraleina Sports Resorts Koh Samui, has successfully live with Shiji’s Daylight PMS, alongside a full rollout of Shiji’s integrated hospitality technology ecosystem.
🏀 February 19, 2026, Bangkok, Thailand: Maraleina Sports Resort Koh Samui launches Shiji’s Daylight PMS and integrated tech ecosystem, enhancing operations and guest experience. Located on Bang Kao Beach, the resort offers FIFA-standard pitches, world-class squash courts, and an 800 sqm fitness center. Shiji solutions streamline operations and secure payments, supporting Maraleina’s commitment to innovation and guest-first design. Shiji serves over 91,000 hotels globally, employing more than 5,000 people.
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RevPAR vs. NetRevPAR: Why Your Most Popular Metric is Misleading
💸 In the hotel industry, RevPAR has long been the key performance metric, but it overlooks the cost of acquiring guests. Case in point: A $200 Booking.com reservation nets $160 after commissions, while a $180 direct booking nets $176, being 10% more profitable. NetRevPAR, which factors in Customer Acquisition Costs, offers a clearer profitability perspective. Automated tools like Demand Calendar streamline this analysis, helping hotels shift from volume-focused to profit-driven strategies.
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BookingsCloud launches Opportunity Score to show short-term rental operators exactly where booking demand is being missed
📊 New York, NY, 18 February 2026 – BookingsCloud launched the “Opportunity Score,” a predictive metric assessing rental listings with scores from 0 to 100 to optimize marketing efforts. It targets high-potential properties in real-time, using performance data and reducing reliance on OTAs. Ads are managed and adjusted automatically, enhancing direct bookings. Early results show an increase in direct bookings year-over-year while OTA bookings declined. Amber Knight notes the system eliminates manual decisions, aligning marketing with live opportunities.
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Digital-First Dining at Hotel Nikko Style Niseko Hanazono | F&B Case Study
📅 At Nikko Style Niseko Hanazono, Shiji’s systems improved efficiency by automating order handling and integrating with PMS for real-time updates. Results include a 10–15% reduction in table turnaround and a 15–20% decrease in order-to-service times. Infrasys POS and Stellaris Digital Dine achieved 98%+ accuracy in billing. Guest feedback led to UX refinements, enhancing the intuitive ordering experience. Future plans involve expanding QR-based and mobile ordering, and integrating analytics for profitability tracking.
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7 Proven Strategies to Boost Direct Bookings and Outpace OTAs in 2026
📅 In 2026, over two-thirds of travelers still use OTAs like Booking.com, but there’s a shift as one-third are open to AI travel assistants for bookings. Hotels need to leverage strategies to win direct bookings, focusing on personal connections and perks. Tactics include collecting data from OTA guests, engaging pre-check-in, using AI for visibility, offering unique perks, integrating AI agents for bookings, and leveraging guest reviews. Direct strategies must prioritize relationships, personalization, and value.
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Middle East Hotels Lead in Luxury & Midscale Performance 2026 | Shiji
📈 Dubai, UAE, February 17, 2026 – Shiji reports Middle East hotels show operational excellence with a 91.1% guest review index for five-star hotels vs. 83.1% for four-star. Three- and four-star hotels expand twice as fast as luxury ones, driven by a 3% rise in tourist arrivals, totaling 100 million visitors. Google holds 48% of the review market. Both three- and five-star hotels respond to feedback in under three days, boosting guest satisfaction.
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Hotel BI vs. Excel: The Hidden Costs
📈 In 2026, hotels face significant hidden costs from manual Excel use. Teams spend up to 125 hours monthly on data prep, risking staff burnout. Manual work increases human error risks, with potential $10,000 pricing mistakes. Revenue leakage is 1-2%, costing a $5 million hotel $50,000-$100,000 annually. Excel also poses security risks, lacking modern BI tools’ encryption. Transitioning to hotel-specific BI saves time, reduces revenue loss, and enhances data security, shifting focus from data management to growth.
