Recent Articles in Hotel Housekeeping

SAMPLE Guest Room Amenities and Standards Checklist
May 9, 2012

A SAMPLE checklist for Guest Room Amenities and Standards.  Each hotel should personalize its own specific property and/or brand standards accordingly

L-E-A-R-N, T-R-U-S-T, M-E-N-T-O-R , E-M-P-O-W-E-R = S-U-C-C-E-S-S
May 3, 2012

As we rebuild our focus into an anticipated recovery over the next 6-24 months (depending on the particular forecast for specific markets), those practical industry leaders will recognize that NOW is the time to pay attention to those professionals in our organizations that are the key components of why guests will stay with our businesses. 

 There are many issues facing the diverse world of hospitality and today’s managers need to be aware of that diversity, regardless of their own special focus As an individual who has been involved with well thought-out learning as both an academic and a corporate educator, I have come to recognize that delivering a balance of real-world business skills and comprehension with structured learning is essential to long-term success.

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Serious (and amusing) Customer Irritations about Hotel Guestrooms!
May 2, 2012

Since starting this series it seems that everyone hates everything about hotel bedrooms. In our final article on this topic, here is a list of miscellaneous comments that we have received.  

Green Suites’ Top Ten Ways for Hotels to Celebrate Earth Day Everyday
Apr 20, 2012

Hoteliers across the globe are in a unique position to positively impact the environment, their bottom lines, experiences, outlooks and loyalty of their guests. Here’s a “Honey do” short list of environmental initiatives that cost little in the way of time and monies, yet have immediate significant positive impact for participating properties and our precious planet.  

The Future of Hotels is Green REMEMBER EARTH DAY APRIL 22
Apr 19, 2012

The average hotel stay can be a huge drain on the environment; from wasteful long showers and blasting air conditioning to the unnecessary luxury of a daily linen service.   Through a few simple steps, hotels and  guests can greatly minimize the environmental burden of an overnight stay.

102 Hospitality (Hotel) Safety Resources
Apr 19, 2012

Below are links to 102 free hospitality safety and health resources.  These  hotel best safety practices include: tool box talks, bulletins, fact sheets, webinars, posters, and guidelines.

Hotel Amenities - to Dispense…or Not to Dispense?
Mar 29, 2012

Proponents and skeptics abound on each side of the divide, as with many other alternatives to the tried and true business methodologies.  Regardless of which side you (or your brand) find yourself, one thing above all is a clear indicator of the potential for this sustainable alternative: Cost savings.

Why Your CFO Cares About Automated Laundry Operations
Mar 26, 2012

Viewpoint – Why Your CFO Cares About Automated Laundry Operations | By Harvey Welles

Running the Numbers Shows Bottom Line Impact of Manual Laundry Inaccuracies

Why are CFOs in the hospitality and gaming industries giving a single thought to the laundry business? Because the cost of keeping linens clean significantly affects a property’s profitability. And, high-tech UHF-RFID laundry automation can give a healthy boost to the bottom line. Running the numbers in the following example offers a dollars-and-cents explanation.

Readers' Top 10 Hotel Likes, Pet Peeves - USATODAY
Mar 25, 2012

 USA TODAY's Hotel Check-In compiles its most interesting reader polls to reveal readers' travel habits,obsessions and pet peeves
Barbara De Lollis  USA TODAY's Hotel Check-In   

ADA Compliance: How to avoid the wrong products
Mar 8, 2012

ADA Compliance: How to avoid the wrong products      

Paying Attention to Details Can Really Pay Off!
Mar 7, 2012

Life can be full of (pleasant) surprises | By Terence Ronson

The Hotel business never ceases to amaze me - especially when a property sets their mind and hearts into doing it right - instilling a great service culture into the operation. And no more obvious and pleasing is this, than when you encounter staff delivering service beyond ones normal expectations.

Should You Outsource Hotel Housekeeping Services?
Mar 2, 2012

Hotel Housekeep ing: Should You Outsource Hotel Housekeeping Services?