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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.
April 4, 2022
To accommodate international guests, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge uses digital messaging via WhatsApp to communicate, coordinate internally, and create an elevated experience for travelers.
March 29, 2022
Located between Fort Worth and Dallas, the Holiday Inn Express and Suites Arlington is always busy. Learn how they’re using guest messaging to increase efficiency and make sure every guest is happy.
March 25, 2022
After implementing digital messaging at his hotel, John Anastasopoulos is leading the Autograph hotel rankings in guest satisfaction. Learn how text messaging for hotels is improving guest experiences and increasing staff efficiency at the Ambassador Hotel Kansas City.
March 16, 2022
Aaron Bayford has been a Kipsu champion at two previous hotels, and now he’s elevating the guest experience at The Curtis Denver. Explore how hotel texting is used to mitigate problems and increase guest satisfaction.
March 7, 2022
Guest messaging in hospitality is on the rise, but there’s a lot to consider on the international scale. From regulatory compliance to 24-hour support, a lot of factors go into providing global messaging in hospitality.
February 22, 2022
To organize the biggest cost driver in the hospitality industry, many hotel teams are turning to guest messaging for more efficient housekeeping processes.
February 16, 2022
Kipsu’s guest messaging platform is bringing a bit of positivity to busy front desks at the four hotels Megan Newman has in her portfolio.
February 9, 2022
Nick Patel of Sunshine Hospitality is using guest messaging to elevate customer experience at his multiple hotels in Wausau, Wisconsin. Explore his journey in the hospitality industry and how he's using guest messaging to create memorable moments with guests.
Using WhatsApp as a hospitality messaging solution is elevating an already luxury experience for guests at the Shangri-La Al Husn and Shangri-La Bar Al Jissah in Oman.
April 25, 2022
With travel numbers nearing pre-pandemic levels and high turnover in the industry, onboarding is as important—and potentially stressful—as ever. Good thing there are ways to outline a process and streamline it with tools like digital messaging platforms!
April 21, 2022
Digital messaging in hospitality can help bridge language gaps, increase efficiency for lean hotel teams, and create a more accessible channel for effective communication. Learn how to use WhatsApp to increase guest satisfaction at hotels worldwide.
April 18, 2022
Kipsu is excited to announce that we have been selected as a Preferred Vendor by IHG Hotels & Resorts for their family of 17 brands. In partnership with IHG, Kipsu is excited to help IHG’s entire portfolio of properties elevate their guest engagement and boost IHG’s guest satisfaction through digital messaging and texting.
April 12, 2022
Texting is a popular messaging channel, but only in the U.S. Learn why hotels should be using other digital messaging channels in hospitality like WhatsApp to reach international guests, help bridge language barriers, and create a memorable experience.
April 11, 2022