Benefits of Technology-driven Hospitality
- Customized service using data analytics
- Smartphone and tablet integration
- Eco-friendly automation and adaptation
- Robotic assistance
- Social media marketing and feedback
We have come to expect more from the hospitality industry as technology merges with one of the most customer-friendly industries. Booking a hotel means more than finding a place to sleep. It has become an experience. As technology advances, people want a balance of the same personalized service with the added convenience of gadgets and automation.
1. Customized Service Using Data Analytics
Management software is now able to note personal preferences that are directly linked to customer accounts. This information can be acquired from repeat visitors. It also can be collected online by data scientists, either by customer input or tracking online activity. Hotels can use this data to make accommodations like:
- room temperature settings
- location preferences
- hotel activity discounts
- food options
This technology also reduces the number of complaints and requests. This frees up time so the staff can be a step ahead of the guest’s desires.
2. Smart Phone and Tablet Integration
Smartphones already hold your key to:
- booking
- transportation
- restaurants
- attractions
Why not turn your phone into your hotel key and your personal concierge as well? Hotels like the Hilton have already implemented keyless entry into your room. Apps can also be used to:
- choose your room
- make service requests
- check in and out
This makes the entire experience of a hotel stay fast and easy while ensuring your stay is pleasant from the start to finish.
3. Eco-friendly Automation and Adaptation
The hospitality industry aims to save energy without disrupting the customer experience. IT does this by using technology like:
- motion sensors
- natural light detection
- environmentally friendly practices
Lights and air conditioners can be turned off automatically when rooms are unoccupied or if natural light is detected from the windows. It practices Waste reduction like using:
- compostable dish ware
- reusable napkins
- eco-friendly laundry procedures.
These can all help reduce energy consumption. Even switching to tablet consoles at the front desk can save loads of power over desktop computers.
4. Robotic Assistance
Robotic maids might be the next generation of the hotel industry. It ensures one of the most sought-after qualities of any hotel room: cleanliness. This trend emerges as technology costs become cheaper and more mainstream. Your room could be cleaned by a machine to an accuracy not capable of humans. This would include inventory monitoring to make sure no toiletry is missing or low in stock to maintenance checks of:
- lighting
- water pressure
- electronics
Robots could also be notified and summoned 24/7 to accommodate guests at any hour without the wait.
5. Social Media Marketing and Feedback
Hotel guests can use social media to view:
- hotel accommodations
- photos
- updates
It can also be used to get feedback from recent customers. This outlet has changed the way hotels function as a customer-service industry. How? Their flaws and features are all open to the public. If a hotel has horrible reviews, then they will not survive. Management also gains more opportunities to remedy bad experiences by interacting with disgruntled guests after they leave the property. The intersection of technology and hotel management creates high expectations for guests while making it easier for staff to provide excellent customer service. The hospitality industry has always been competitive. Possessing the latest tech trends will keep hotels even busier to keep customers returning.
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