Hotel Industry Trends - Technology

An independent survey released today shows that despite perception of email and social media taking over everyday lives, the majority of vacationing Americans are actually unplugging from email and social media to spend quality time with friends and family. - More

You have a solid list of email contacts that you’ve built up over years, but do you have any other information about the recipients besides their email address? - More

Video Interview with Trust International’s Managing Director, Richard Wiegmann, on How to Attract and Win Customers in the Hypercompetitive Shopping Environment. - More

PwC's '10Minutes on the Cloud' advises organizations looking for new options for innovation to consider cloud computing; those with a cloud strategy integrated with strategic business imperatives will benefit the most - More

Imagine a highway billboard that automatically changes its message depending on the interests of each driver passing by. - More

Guest experience, globalization, brand value and speed to market are the four key drivers transforming the future of hotels according to a report commissioned by Amadeus - More

The emergence of cloud computing and reliable networks has led to an opportunity to dramatically alter the cost/performance landscape for the hospitality industry through the sharing of many technology services across multiple hotel companies. But many questions exist about the model. Are hoteliers willing to give up enough control to make the... - More

Online social networks have continued to grow impressively in terms of membership. Interactive networks have given people more control over their media experience. This creates both new opportunities and challenges in marketing. This report will help CPG players understand when and how to utilize social media as part of a successful marketing st... - More

The Cornell Center for Hospitality Research (CHR) today announced the availability of a new report entitled, 'Hospitality Business Models Confront the Future of Meetings,' written by Cisco’s Internet Business Solutions Group (IBSG), the company’s global consultancy. - More

Julie Keyser-Squires Reports from TRAVDEX 2010 - More