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Energy Savings Are Real, Achievable and Now Available to All! Jun 2, 2015: Energy reduction technologies and strategies will reduce labor, energy, and utility expenses. The cost reduction in these areas can positively affect P&L statements in 2012 and beyond. A change in the way a hotel utilizes energy is one of many sustainability initiatives that can reduce wasteful spending and increase bottom line revenue.

A Bounty of Bouquets - Insights for Innkeepers Apr 10, 2015: Nothing brings a smile to people’s faces more easily than beautiful, fresh flowers. A fragrant bouquet welcoming guests to your inn is always a fantastic introduction to their planned getaway.

A few tips on successful planned maintenance at your Hotel Nov 7, 2014: A well thought out timeline for projects is critical due to the impact on guests and operations.
It is crucial to incorporate operations tasks within it.
Operations must remove operating elements from rooms before work begins and then re-organize all rooms before they are put back into service.

8 Ways this Housekeeping Supervisor has Created a Loyal and Super Successful Team Jul 25, 2014: Low turnover. High motivation. Superior product. What more can you ask?

WATER CONSERVATION TIPS May 1, 2014: Water conservation is a critical problem in many sections of the nation, even where there is an abundance of water, the waste and cost of water service may impact the “bottom line.” This article offers a number of strategies to help your hospitality business.

Bed Bugs; What’s Really Working ! By Paul J. Bello Jan 30, 2014: Bed bugs have been a featured topic at nearly every major industry meeting and magazine. In this article, over fourteen of the author's professional colleagues tell us what’s working for them.

Common ADA Problems at Newly Constructed Lodging Facilities Jan 25, 2014: Introduction

Hotels, motels, inns, and other places of lodging designed and constructed after January 26, 1993 must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). To comply with the ADA and to make it possible for persons with disabilities to use lodging facilities like everyone else, lodging facilities must meet specific requirements set out in Justice Department regulation

ADA Checklist for New Lodging Facilities Jan 2, 2014: A comprehensive list issued by the US Government on ADA.

Sleep as the Main Driver for More than Just Guest Satisfaction Nov 6, 2013: Following the research from Six Sigma, doctors and hospitals and J.D. Power's market survey, it is clear that it is time for hotels to take sleep to the next level and assist in a person's health by providing one of the solutions that really delivers guest satisfaction; a bed that works. As a guest, you spend most of your time there, so it needs to be comfortable, and exceed your expectation!

The relationship between the guest and the bed is a personal matter and while hotels are looking for the best solutions, here are some facts and thoughts: