Women in Hospitality – Visual Matrix
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…
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Trends in Hospitality Technology
Discover how Visual Matrix is revolutionizing the hotel industry with its state-of-the-art PMS software. Watch as we unveil our strategic move towards cloud-based solutions and labor optimization. Experience the impact as we divulge our upcoming attribute-based selling features. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay a step ahead in the industry with Visual…
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40 Years in Hospitality: Navigating Challenges and Celebrating People
In a world where the hospitality industry is increasingly shaped by technology, analytics, and rapid change, one truth remains timeless: great service and genuine human connection are at the core of a memorable hotel stay. While tech tools have revolutionized everything from bookings to back-end accounting, they can never replace the warmth of a friendly…
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From Adversity to Inspiration: Nayana Nancy Patel’s Journey in Transforming Hospitality Through Technology and Compassion
The hospitality industry, long defined by warmth and service, is entering a new era—one driven not only by technological advancement but by a deeper human narrative. As hotels embrace AI-powered automation, smart rooms, and predictive maintenance, the real transformation lies in how these innovations amplify empathy, not replace it. Post-pandemic challenges like labor shortages and…
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Transforming Hospitality through Collaboration and Inclusive Leadership
The hospitality industry is undergoing a transformation that reaches far beyond technology upgrades or operational efficiency. It’s a movement rooted in human connection, empathy, and inclusivity—qualities that are too often undervalued in business but are proving to be game-changers. As the sector grapples with persistent labor shortages and the pressures of modernization, forward-thinking leaders are…
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An Interview with Sarah Dandashy
In an age where travel has become both more accessible and more personal, the hospitality industry finds itself at a pivotal crossroads—balancing high-tech convenience with heartfelt connection. The rise of digital booking platforms, AI-enhanced guest experiences, and social media-influenced decisions has reshaped how travelers explore the world. Yet, despite these technological advances, the essence of…
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Empowering Through Knowledge and Authenticity: Legacy of Leadership in Hospitality
Legacy reflects on Mayuri Patel’s journey from growing up in a pioneering hospitality family to becoming an ambassador for AHOA New Jersey. Emphasizing the importance of being well-versed in all aspects of the industry, she advocates for overcoming gender biases and encourages women to assert their value, negotiate confidently, and stay true to themselves. Her…
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Small Margins, Big Risks: How Fraud Hurts Texas Energy Retailers
Fraud has quietly become one of the most existential threats in Texas’s deregulated retail electricity market—because the business runs on razor-thin margins and delayed payment. Under the non-POR system overseen by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), retail energy providers assume the full risk of nonpayment. With profit margins often measured in just a…
From 30 to 1,500 Students: Scaling Mass Experiential Learning with How to Change the World
Higher education is at a crossroads. Institutions are being asked to do more with less—serve more students, prepare them for a rapidly changing, AI-shaped workforce, and prove the real-world value of a degree—all at the same time. Employers consistently note that while graduates are technically capable, many struggle to apply what they’ve learned to…
What the Future Looks Like if We Get It Right
As the Patient Monitoring series concludes, the conversation shifts from today’s challenges to tomorrow’s possibilities. This final episode of the five-part Health and Life Sciences at the Edge series looks ahead to what healthcare could become if patient monitoring gets it right. Intel’s Kaeli Tully is joined by Sudha Yellapantula, Senior Researcher at Medical…
AI Is Forcing a Rethink of Data Center Infrastructure at Every Level
The data center industry is being redefined by AI’s demand for faster, denser, and more scalable infrastructure. According to McKinsey, average rack power densities have more than doubled in just two years. It went from approximately 8 kW to 17 kW, and is expected to hit 30 kW by 2027. Global data center power demand is projected…
