Christine Killion
Working With Automation: Improving ROI by Setting Teams Up for Success
Today’s hotel teams are often stretched thin, juggling multiple responsibilities. Advancements in automation technology present a compelling opportunity to streamline operations and free staff from performing certain time-consuming, rote tasks. It’s a promising solution...
Reducing Energy Consumption: Smarter Solutions for Building Systems
Powering hotels can be expensive. Energy accounts for 6 percent of all operating costs; on average, U.S. hotels spend $2,196 annually per available room on this line item, according to a report from the...
Mainstay Amenity
For many travelers booking hotel stays, complimentary breakfast remains a mainstay offering. But without streamlined operations and strategic procurement practices, this valued amenity can put a drain on hotel profitability. LODGING Back of the...
‘The Starbucks Effect’
The idea of sitting down to a heavy breakfast early in the morning may not appeal to a certain kind of traveler with a fast-paced lifestyle. These guests often want to grab fresh and...
Tracking Snacking: Three Consumer Trends to Help Hoteliers Curate Their F&B Offerings
In recent years, hoteliers have found creative ways to streamline their operations and control costs, particularly in their food and beverage departments. A recent CBRE analysis for LODGING noted that rising wages, heightened supply...