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One of the many drawbacks to introducing new technology to your property is the additional work it may put on your hotel staff. That’s where a connector comes into play. A connector is a one-way integration, passing guest data from your PMS to guest messaging software. Kipsu uses connectors to seamlessly integrate with IHG PMS software like HotelKey, Opera Cloud, and Hapi. There are several reasons why it’s helpful to have a connector integrate between the two systems, so let's take a look at some of the key benefits.
Oftentimes, the hustle and bustle of a hotel means that maintenance staff is constantly on the go - scrambling to make repairs and fulfill maintenance requests. Sometimes, they’re receiving their requests on post-it notes, or walking the hotel with walkie-talkies - and there’s no way to truly keep track of everything on their plate. Maintenance and ticketing systems offer properties and owners a more trackable, visible process, with three large benefits.
It’s that time of year where everyone is looking at budgets for the next year and deciding what is worth keeping, leaving, or adding to the budget. As hotels and management companies continue to find ways to increase efficiency and reduce fines and comped rooms, many are evaluating their tech stack. As IHG’s only preferred partner for guest messaging, Kipsu is the tech tool your hotel needs to boost One Rewards Loyalty recognition, loyalty signups, and GuestLove scores. Here are just a few ways Kipsu can help your hotel realize ROI across the property.
November 10, 2022
After studying abroad in high school, Sierra Thomsen realized her passion was meeting new people. Finding that the best way to do that was through the hospitality industry, she gained formative experience in hotels before becoming a customer partnership representative at Kipsu.
November 8, 2022
Chances are, a large portion of your guests are Marriott Bonvoy members. This loyalty program isn’t just a perk for guests, who get rewarded for each stay, but also a bonus for individual hotels who gain more direct bookings and loyal customers. Treat loyalty members with an added flair with this personalized language.
November 3, 2022
Tharaldson Hospitality Management is aiming for a goal to be the best in hospitality across their 82 hotels by using technologies like hotel guest messaging. A great example of this is the Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix/Tempe ASU Area, that used hotel texting to become the number one property out of 58 in Tempe, Arizona.
October 31, 2022
The sky's the limit for guest service at the DoubleTree by Hilton Putrajaya Lakeside. Using hotel text messaging, staff is able to make sure guests have everything they need at this lakeside property.
October 28, 2022
As the world opens back up, some travelers still want (or need) to keep to themselves. Learn how to accommodate for the contactless traveler with hotel texting, customized housekeeping practices, and mobile key.
October 26, 2022
Hospitality loyalty programs are a win-win—guests get rewarded for each hotel stay, and hotel brands get more direct bookings and loyal customers. To ensure all Wyndham Rewards members feel special, use customized messaging for each loyalty tier!
October 24, 2022
From the Bellagio Las Vegas to hospitality texting in Minneapolis, Tony Trousdale has done it all in hospitality. His customer-first approach helped him thrive in arguably the most exciting endeavors in the hospitality industry and we’re so lucky he brought those guest-focused skills to Kipsu!
October 20, 2022
Text messaging for hospitality isn’t just for the Waldorf Astoria’s of the world! Messaging with guests creates a better experience for both hotel staff and guests, no matter the hotel tier.
Make guests feel special at every tier of the IHG One Rewards Program with curated language and more insights into each guest demographic.
July 5, 2022
Using tools like guest messaging for hospitality can help boost team members’ confidence with tools like quick replies, archives of past conversations, and features that hand off guest conversations to other team members.
June 29, 2022
One of the most important factors of travel for both investors and consumers is the environment. Learn how the industry is becoming more sustainability-focused and how hotels can follow suit.
June 27, 2022
There are lots of ways to make a hotel stay memorable—from simply smiling to going above and beyond, here are 10 ways to increase guest satisfaction scores and make sure they’re going to remember their stay.
June 23, 2022
Tracking key metrics is important in any industry to measure success in terms of revenue, guest satisfaction, and profitability. Adding tools like hotel texting services that integrate with other technologies such as PMS systems can help increase direct booking, guest satisfaction, and in turn, overall revenue.
June 21, 2022
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