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The hospitality industry is under mounting pressure to modernize to meet guest expectations for seamless, tech-driven experiences and also develop leaders who can drive that transformation. According to Rackspace Technology, only 28% of travel and hospitality companies qualify as “AI leaders”— those aligning strategy, compliance, and training with real-world deployment. Another 28% remain in…
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Heart-First Hospitality Leadership: How Saying ‘Yes’ Transforms Guest Experiences, Boosts Staff Morale, and Drives Business Results
As the hospitality industry emerges from years of pandemic-driven upheaval, hospitality leadership is evolving to meet new challenges. Leaders are looking for new ways to retain staff, elevate guest satisfaction, and drive revenue without burning out their teams. One trend gaining traction is the power of “Yes”: empowering employees to say yes more often,…
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Using Technology to Elevate Hospitality
The hospitality industry is undergoing a rapid transformation, driven by the rising expectation for hyper-effortless, personalized guest experiences. Across industries, research from McKinsey shows that 71 percent of consumers expect companies to deliver personalized interactions—raising the bar for service excellence in every sector, including hospitality. As hotels, casinos, and resorts race to meet evolving demands,…
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Leveraging Cloud Technology to Revolutionize Hotel Operations
In the ever-evolving landscape of hospitality, staying competitive hinges on more than just great service—it requires smart, scalable technology. As guest expectations grow and labor markets tighten, hotels are turning to cloud-based solutions to simplify operations and deliver personalized experiences. The property management system (PMS) is no longer just a backend tool; it’s the nerve…
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Optimizing Hotel Management with Visual Matrix: A Game-Changer Testimonial
In the fast-evolving hospitality industry, seamless technology integration has become more than a luxury—it’s a necessity. Hotel managers face increasing pressure to keep up with new mandates, rising operational costs, and guest expectations that change faster than ever. Smart TVs, mobile check-ins, and streamlined communication platforms aren’t just nice to have; they’re critical touchpoints…
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Boosting Hotel Operations with Visual Matrix
In today’s competitive hospitality landscape, hotels are under pressure to deliver seamless service while optimizing operational efficiency. Property management systems (PMS) like Visual Matrix are transforming how hotels run, offering powerful tools to manage everything from housekeeping to revenue tracking—all in one place. What makes systems like Visual Matrix so impactful is their intuitive design,…
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Visual Matrix Townsquare 2025
In an era where the hospitality industry demands agility, personalization, and deep connectivity, Visual Matrix is staking its claim as more than just a property management system—it’s becoming the digital heartbeat of hotel operations. Townsquare 2025 unveils a vision where hotel teams don’t just manage rooms and reservations, but engage in a centralized hub for…
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Maestro PMS All-In-One Solution Provider Unveils 2025 Tech Roadmap Featuring API Interface Expansion, Embedded Payment Processing Enhancements and More
Industry leading property-management system continues to innovate its solutions by overhauling its user experience, expanding access to embedded payment processing, enhancing its sales and catering module, developing integration to Booking.com and more MARKHAM, ONTARIO, February 11, 2025 — Following a banner year for hotel technology investments, Maestro PMS, the leader in All-In-One cloud hosted, private…
How Independent Hotels are Relying on PMS Technology to Recoup ROI in 2025
Independent hoteliers are turning to all-in-one tools to increase consistency on property, reducing friction and improving ROI through new efficiencies. By Warren Dehan Today’s independent hoteliers often feel trapped between the rising costs of operating their properties and guests’ sky-high expectations for each stay. But with the right tech stack, your hotel could be operating…
Gift Cards and Alternative Payments: Their Place in the Hotel Operations Ecosystem
The most significant barrier preventing hotels from efficiently implementing successful gift card operations is due to restrictions within their technology stack By Warren Dehan What good is a gift card if it’s a chore to purchase or use? Keeping this top of mind should be key to hoteliers when considering program options, and it’s particularly…
Olde Mill Inn Leveraging Maestro All-In-One PMS and LodgIQ AI Integration to Wow Guests, Drive Revenues
The popular central New Jersey wedding and social event destination is making data-driven decisions, maximizing its revenue potential, and connecting with guests in more strategic ways. MARKHAM, Ontario, Nov. 5, 2024 — Maestro, the hotel industry’s leading Web Browser-based cloud and on-premises All-In-One property-management system, teamed with preeminent commercial strategy platform LodgIQ to improve operations,…
Planning for Tomorrow: Four All-In-One PMS Technologies Driving Hotelier Success in 2025
Hoteliers are adding an All-In-One property-management system to their 2025 budgets to better serve guests, create a consistent service journey, and adapt to technology’s evolving presence in hospitality By Warren Dehan Hotel budget season is upon us, and the hotel industry remains fixated on the usual concerns and challenges that are repeated throughout the year,…
Maestro All-In-One PMS and Data Plus Collaborate to Provide Seamless End-To-End Integrations for the Famed Francisco Grande Hotel & Golf Resort
The historic sports training destinations is now benefitting from improved access to financial management technology and enhanced integrations across all operations departments MARKHAM, Ontario, Sept. 10, 2024 — Maestro PMS, the hotel industry’s leading Web Browser-based cloud and on-premises all-in-one property-management system, has teamed with industry-leading financial management platform Data Plus to elevate the technology offerings…
Why Travelers Prefer Single Guest Itineraries
The modern hotel PMS is helping guests stay organized and hotels remain profitable By Warren Dehan Technology was supposed to make everything so easy. Instead, travelers are more overwhelmed than ever by their devices, each vying for attention every second of every day. Not only are travelers focused on getting from point A to point…
Customer Reviews Shape Hospitality Brand Success. How Do You Turn Reviews Into Revenue?
Due to digital footprints becoming as significant as physical presence, nowadays customer reviews have become a cornerstone in the hospitality industry’s strategy to attract and retain guests. A recent ACOR study highlighted this trend, revealing that 97 percent of hotel guests consider other customer reviews before booking, making it nearly as crucial as the…
Robots? In My Hotel? Three Ways AI is Stepping Up as Hospitality’s Next Great PMS Support Tool
Artificial intelligence is uniting departments and supporting hospitality from behind the scenes By Warren Dehan Where did all of these robots come from? While hospitality may seem like the last place you might expect to find Artificial Intelligence, this technology has significantly impacted how hoteliers do business. While most generative AI today reacts to text…
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Heart-First Hospitality Leadership: How Saying ‘Yes’ Transforms Guest Experiences, Boosts Staff Morale, and Drives Business Results
As the hospitality industry emerges from years of pandemic-driven upheaval, hospitality leadership is evolving to meet new challenges. Leaders are looking for new ways to retain staff, elevate guest satisfaction, and drive revenue without burning out their teams. One trend gaining traction is the power of “Yes”: empowering employees to say yes more often,…
Unlocking Hotel Success: Exploring the Success of Maestro PMS and PurpleCloud Integration
Can the secret to unlocking hotel success lie in the technological advancements available to the hospitality industry? As hotels increasingly seek technological solutions to enhance operational efficiency and guest satisfaction, the integration of Maestro PMS and Purplecloud Technologies stands out. This collaboration is pivotal when the hospitality industry is navigating post-pandemic recovery, with a…
Bringing Tech In: How Coffee Businesses Can Maintain Brand Identity While Enhancing Their Reach
In today’s rapidly evolving market, the tension between maintaining brand identity and embracing innovation poses significant challenges, especially in industries rooted in tradition and community, such as craft coffee. This delicate balance is crucial as businesses navigate labor challenges, supply chain issues, and the relentless pressure of rent and operational costs. The stakes are…
Cutting Through the Digital Clutter: Fooji’s Magic with Brent Carney
In a world where digital noise is louder than ever, AJ Krow of “Krow Knows” sits down with Brent Carney, client partner at Fooji, to explore the evolving landscape of customer engagement. In this enlightening episode, they delve into the shifting paradigms of brand interaction, moving beyond the bombardment of social media ads to the…
The Culinary Compass: How Gastronomy Is Redefining Travel with Wayne Conte
In recent years, the global pandemic reshaped our relationship with travel and dining, propelling a surge in culinary tourism. As restrictions lifted, eager travelers began prioritizing unique dining experiences, often planning their journeys around coveted restaurant reservations. This shift reflects a broader trend where gastronomy is no longer a mere aspect of travel but…
Dive into the Future of Sports and Hospitality: AJ Krow Unleashes a Game-Changing Podcast Experience with Krow Knows
Get ready for a groundbreaking journey into the heart of industry insights with Krow Knows, a brand-new podcast series that’s set to redefine the landscape of digital storytelling! In its sensational debut, OPW Commercial Services LLC CEO AJ Krow, an innovator and visionary in the realms of hospitality and media, teams up with Daniel…
The Need for Process Innovation in Hospitality
At a time when customer preferences are constantly shifting, process innovation in hospitality must streamline operations and create bespoke guest experiences. From the ease of mobile check-ins to the emergence of virtual concierges, hotels are embracing a tech-forward approach. Amidst this wave of change, there’s a buzz of conversations around ethical AI applications, exploring…
Presco Protects: Empowering Communities in the Battle Against COVID-19
Presco stands firm in its commitment to safety, prioritizing the well-being of their community, employees, and partners during the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic. Discover how Presco Products goes above and beyond by providing up-to-date information from credible resources and exploring innovative solutions like their safeguard drapery to support frontline heroes. For more details on their efforts,…
The Most Important Challenges Faced by the Hotel Industry
One of the most affected industries drastically changed by the COVID-19 pandemic is the hospitality industry. While the lifting of restrictions has helped the industry bounce back in some ways, there are still some issues to overcome. But technology just might be the answer to ensuring a quicker solution. In the first episode of Be…
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Optimizing Hotel Management with Visual Matrix: A Game-Changer Testimonial
In the fast-evolving hospitality industry, seamless technology integration has become more than a luxury—it’s a necessity. Hotel managers face increasing pressure to keep up with new mandates, rising operational costs, and guest expectations that change faster than ever. Smart TVs, mobile check-ins, and streamlined communication platforms aren’t just nice to have; they’re critical touchpoints…
Boosting Hotel Operations with Visual Matrix
In today’s competitive hospitality landscape, hotels are under pressure to deliver seamless service while optimizing operational efficiency. Property management systems (PMS) like Visual Matrix are transforming how hotels run, offering powerful tools to manage everything from housekeeping to revenue tracking—all in one place. What makes systems like Visual Matrix so impactful is their intuitive design,…
Visual Matrix Townsquare 2025
In an era where the hospitality industry demands agility, personalization, and deep connectivity, Visual Matrix is staking its claim as more than just a property management system—it’s becoming the digital heartbeat of hotel operations. Townsquare 2025 unveils a vision where hotel teams don’t just manage rooms and reservations, but engage in a centralized hub for…
MOP Lost & Found
In the hustle of hotel operations, few tasks are as deceptively complex as managing lost and found items. What seems like a small logistical footnote can quickly spiral into miscommunications, misplaced belongings, and ultimately, frustrated guests. Traditionally, hotel staff have relied on handwritten logs, ad hoc storage solutions, and memory—systems that leave ample room for…
The Impact of Collaboration with Visual Matrix
In today’s competitive hospitality landscape, technology isn’t just a back-end tool—it’s a vital partner in creating memorable guest experiences and efficient operations. For independent hotel owners, the relationship with their property management software can make or break the guest journey. That’s why platforms that prioritize collaboration and open dialogue are transforming the way hotels do…
Embracing Innovation A Hotel’s Journey to Visual Matrix Cloud
In an industry where efficiency and guest experience are everything, hospitality leaders are increasingly turning to technology to future-proof their operations. The shift from server-based systems to cloud-based property management platforms marks a major leap forward—not just for convenience, but for business resilience. Traditional server systems tie staff to the front desk, but cloud…
Happy Holidays
As the hospitality industry braces for the seasonal surge, operational clarity becomes the unsung hero of a smooth guest experience. Visual Matrix isn’t just simplifying workflows—it’s amplifying the warmth that defines holiday travel, turning check-ins into cheerful hellos and processes into peace of mind. In a season defined by connection, their commitment ensures the journey…
Improvements Made in 2024 with Suchi Reddy, CIO
In today’s fast-evolving tech landscape, operational excellence is no longer just a buzzword—it’s a necessity. For hospitality tech providers, meeting the demands of efficiency, responsiveness, and scalability requires more than just keeping up; it demands forward-thinking innovation. The move from on-premises systems to cloud-based platforms has become a transformative force, reshaping how businesses serve both…
Suchi Reddy Thoughts On AI and Automation
As the hospitality industry evolves, the pressure to balance personalized service with operational efficiency continues to mount. The rise of AI and automation offers a transformative answer—streamlining backend processes while enhancing the guest experience in real-time. From predictive analytics to intuitive chatbots, smart technologies are helping hospitality teams anticipate needs before they arise, offering a…