The mobile capabilities that became table stakes for hotels during the pandemic – contactless check-in and keys, QR codes, apps – are good, but they don't go far enough. There are still gaps in the mobile guest experience, a lack of cohesion between systems on the back end, and a newfound wealth of data that's underutilized. READ MORE

Resistance is futile. Guests have made it clear and are now expecting a personalized, mobile-first experience. It's no longer an option, but a requirement. If there was any silver linings from the pandemic, it was the shift in perception and speed of adoption of mobile technology. With current staff shortages and uncertainly with future protocols, now is the time to embrace mobile technology to help mitigate these uncontrollable circumstances while increasing revenue. READ MORE

This article answers a vital question for hoteliers on whether investing in Mobile Payment technology is worth it. There is a discussion about the type of mobile payment solutions available to hoteliers to incorporate into your properties, and then there are some pros and cons of adopting the technology in your property. Ultimately the article encourages the adoption of Mobile Technology and provides justification for this stance. READ MORE

Voice quality and other issues have been an increasingly prevalent issue with more contact center agents working remotely during the pandemic. The accelerated shift to at-home agents during COVID-19 ripped a hole in contact centers' ability to manage technical issues as well as offer consistency across network environments, including those that negatively impact customer experience during interactions with callers. READ MORE

A mobile app has become an essential technology at every phase of the guest experience - and now, it's becoming vital to the workforce as well. Used to facilitate communication, improve and streamline workforce scheduling, implement safety regulations, and even promote financial wellness, mobile apps now form a crucial component in a hotel's ability to gain a reputation as the employer of choice. READ MORE