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There are several front desk software options on the market today, but not all of them are created equally. Since this is such a critical backbone to the day-to-day business operation and plays such a big role in the guest experience, it is important that you consider these 4 must-have features when selecting your hotel front desk software.
The ultimate goal of your maintenance operations is to make sure guests aren’t aware of it. If you have a strong maintenance schedule with effective communication, your guests will have a smooth, seamless stay without any interruptions. Walkie talkies and post-it notes are outdated and keep your team bogged down with a heavier workload. But why should you spend money on the software if you have a system in place? Here are just a few of the benefits hoteliers will reap from implementing technology into their maintenance practices.
Implementing new technology can be a tough decision for hoteliers. Will it provide a better experience or will it add more chaos? Guest messaging is becoming increasingly popular at hotels, and there are several reasons why. Not only does hotel texting benefit your team, it elevates your guest experience. There are several reasons why guest messaging is on the rise, so let’s look at these six benefits of guest messaging.
January 27, 2025
If Marriott hotels want to stay competitive, they will need to look at what tech resources they can leverage. But can you implement more technology without eliminating the necessary human touch from staff that make Marriotts stand out? Many of the most successful technologies in the service and hospitality space today not only allow agents to remain in their roles, but actually enhance and extend the service they provide.
January 16, 2025
With different staff speaking different languages, communication can be tough, even within your team. But it doesn’t have to be difficult if you implement the right tools for your staff. So, what are these challenges, and how do we overcome them?
January 9, 2025
Welcome to 2025! Every new year brings with it new trends, topics, and new buzz-worthy talk tracks, and it’s no different for hospitality. Hotels need to keep up with the times to keep guests enjoying their stay and recommending the hotel to others. So what are some trends we expect to really take off in 2025? We’re placing our bets on these 5 hospitality trends in the new year!
January 7, 2025
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.
December 23, 2024
From highlighting the Christmas festivities around, to delivering presents for the kids, these eleven conversations show how IHG brings the holiday spirit to their hotels.
December 16, 2024
Today’s hospitality industry has expanded far beyond regional and national borders - from global hotel brands, to increased international travel and more. At Kipsu, we recognize the importance of providing the highest level of service to guests, while also enabling your staff to communicate as efficiently and effectively as possible. That’s why we’ve heavily invested in creating multiple UI languages for our platform, and offer myriad translation options for guest messaging.
December 12, 2024
A guest experience can truly be determined by your BOH team communication. If communication falls apart, the guests will feel it. Keep your guest satisfaction high with these team communication tips!
December 4, 2024
Preventative maintenance is one of those things that, while important, often gets ignored or de-prioritized for other stuff - until it’s too late. Now that the hospitality industry has bounced back, brands are requiring more properties to stay current with their preventative maintenance, getting properties back up to where they should be. So how can properties maintain brand standards while also mitigating large expenses and repairs?
Hospitality guest messaging helps create countless memorable moments—at the Shangri La Al Husn and Barr Al Jissah, it’s a mix of natural wonder.
June 14, 2022
As hotels steer more and more towards technology for increased efficiency and elevated guest experience, it’s important to remember what makes the industry: (human) hospitality.
June 10, 2022
Whether it’s a truck driver stopping halfway on their route, or a family visiting for a sports tournament, the Holiday Inn Effingham is providing a great stay with committed staff and hospitality guest messaging.
June 6, 2022
To put the front desk at ease and increase guest satisfaction, top hotel tech solutions such as hotel texting services plug into the existing tech stack of hotels.
June 3, 2022
Hotel tech is becoming an integral part of the industry—from guest messaging to efficient integrations with PMS, learn about the industry’s must-have for IHG Hotels and Resorts worldwide.
June 1, 2022