As hotels enter 2026, short-term hiring tactics are no longer enough. Labor shortages have become structural, demanding long-term workforce strategies. From investing in retention and lawful immigration to leveraging HR analytics and technology, hotel leaders must treat workforce stability as a strategic priority. The winners won't be those hiring fastest - but those planning smartest. READ MORE
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Modernizing procurement payments is becoming essential for hotels seeking stronger security, enhanced sustainability, and improved supplier trust. Outdated, paper-based methods slow operations, increase fraud risk, and strain vendor relationships. By shifting to automated digital payments, virtual cards, embedded workflows and by leveraging real-time data, hotels can reduce costs, improve cash flow visibility, and enhance ESG performance, creating a more resilient and future-ready financial ecosystem that is optimized towards sustainable growth.
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Hotels are rapidly adopting AI, IoT, and smart technologies to enhance guest experiences, but cybersecurity maturity isn't always keeping pace. In 2026, top threats include AI-driven phishing and deepfakes, IoT device exploits, and vendor-related breaches. To stay secure, hotels can embrace zero-trust principles, strengthen vendor oversight, automate threat detection, and prioritize ongoing staff cyber awareness and collaboration. READ MORE
When Harry Gordon Selfridge opened his revolutionary department store in London in 1909, he didn't just bring American-style retail to the heart of Britain, he introduced a philosophy that would shape the customer experience for more than a century. His now-famous mantra, "The customer is always right," was meant to empower consumers and build trust. And for a while, it worked. READ MORE
Construction is a key factor in the past, present and future of the hospitality industry. Construction can create a develop a collaborative effort that encompasses, supply chain considerations, operational efficiencies, interior design, sustainability and more. This article will review construction and development trends that keep hospitality products current and discuss what managers and decision makers need to know about construction. READ MORE
This data-driven article identifies a correlation between declining in international arrivals and a cascading domino effect in the lodging industry, which has resulted in a paradigm shift. Rising operation costs, tightened lending, strained franchisor-franchisee relationships, OTAs, and inflation are just some of the problematic cascading effects. Opportunities remain though! Creative and flexible lodging professionals can identify opportunities to build sustainable competitive advantages through emergent trends. READ MORE
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Hotel food and beverage (F&B), like all of lodging, adjusted to the changes in operations over the last several years. Hotel F&B outlets have closed, or modified their menus and operating hours, adjusted their staffing and or dealt with labor shortages and increasing prices for F&B supplies. F&B outlets have adopted take out and sometimes participated in delivery options. The emphasis across the board also appears to be focused on casual settings and much fewer fine dining options. This article will discuss adaptations and changes in hotel food and beverage and new options and innovations in food service. READ MORE
A research team developed a 21-item Career Mobility Checklist for the lodging industry in order to address workforce retention concerns. The study identifies a significant gap between what employees value, such as job security and salary, and the industry's actual performance. Using this tool to monitor and improve these factors can boost employee loyalty, reduce turnover, and attract a more committed workforce. READ MORE
With today's fully integrated technology ecosystems, hotel operators can do a lot more with fewer staff. Simultaneously, they can provide guests a next-generation hospitality and payment experience that delivers the security, simplicity, and data-driven personalization they expect. Hotels must catch up to the guest experience of the future. Modern, cloud-based technology platforms can make it happen. READ MORE
Hotel mobile technology use has increased in lodging operations for some time. Hotel operators need to integrate mobile technology to enhance the value of their products and therefore enhance guest experiences. Selecting the optimal channels for mobile technology will enhance guest experiences and the value and reputation of the hotel. This article will highlight various mobile technology options and their IVEES attributes. READ MORE
