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Member Content DO's and DON'Ts of Hotel Technology v3.0
Jul 3, 2012

International Hotelier Terence Ronson shares his ideas on advances in technolgy that affect almost every department in a hotel in his "Pertlink BLOG"
Public Content What Hotels Should Know About Repair & Maintenance Studies
Jul 1, 2012

Recent tax courts cases have paved the way for R&M studies,which are generating
significant tax benefits for many business owner
Public Content A Common Sense Review Process for Capital Investments
Jun 27, 2012
In this time of global uncertainty, there is a hesitancy to spend capital dollars without having a clear sense of the timing of the ROI (return on investment). That concern is reasonable, but it may also cause some hoteliers to delay needed updates or improvements at a time when lower occupancy allows for both availability of space and potentially lower costs from those providing the products or physical improvements. This delay could also allow new competitors to more quickly enter markets when the cycle does improve if existing hotels are not competitive or not meeting the current needs of evolving clientele.
Public Content Seven key trends to shape future success
Jun 22, 2012
A look ahead to major trends that will affect hospitality globally.
Public Content Can you pass this ADA Quiz?
Jun 20, 2012

Can you pass this 3-question ADA pop quiz?

  By Jim Butler and the Global Hospitality Group®             
Hotel Lawyers | Authors of www.HotelLawBlog.com
 
Public Content Hospitality Tip of the Week™: Practical ideas on improving hotel profitability
Jun 19, 2012
   Energy is a cost that you can influence. 
Install timers on housekeeping closet lights that may be accidentally left on. 
 Look at other areas that may not be used daily. Update quarterly and note the savings.
Public Content Hotel pet peeves from host of 'Hotel Impossible'
Jun 18, 2012
This undated image from the Travel Channel shows Anthony Melchiorri, host of a new show called “Hotel Impossible.” On the show, Melchiorri, who has been in the hospitality business for 20 years, advises hotels on improving facilities, service and decor. He describes himself as a "germaphobe" when it comes to hotel rooms, and his pet peeves as a guest include dirty grout and Internet fees. Photo: Travel Channel / AP
This undated image from the Travel Channel shows Anthony Melchiorri, host of a new show called “Hotel Impossible.” On the show, Melchiorri, who has been in the hospitality business for 20 years, advises hotels on improving facilities, service and decor. He describes himself as a "germaphobe" when it comes to hotel rooms, and his pet peeves as a guest include dirty grout and Internet fees. Photo: Travel Channel / AP
Public Content Energy Efficiency Opportunities: The Lodging Industry
Jun 14, 2012
Most of us don’t associate the lodging industry with high energy usage. But when you consider the “24/7” nature of hotels, the variety of services they provide, and the transient and often wasteful energy-use habits of guests, energy efficiency opportunities abound. Any savings derived from a hotel property’s energy budget can be reinvested elsewhere.

In 2000, the Alliance to Save Energy reported that the lodging industry was the fourth most intensive user of energy in the U.S. commercial sector. In the United States and Mexico, energy costs in the lodging industry average nearly $2 per square foot. The hotel industry spends about $500 per room per year for fuel and electricity.

 In this report, we’ll show you how to plan and implement energy efficiency improvements, and provide examples of hotel operators who have successfully executed similar programs. If you would like help pursuing such improvements, please email one of the authors.
Public Content Undercover Boss - CEO of Best Western UK, David Clarke
Jun 1, 2012
   This series of Undercover Boss features CEO David Clarke changing sheets, chopping veg and washing dishes in Best Western UK groups’ hotels.
Public Content Loss Prevention & Risk Management Newsletter
May 31, 2012

HospitalityLawyer.com - worldwide provider of legal, safety, and security solutionsLoss Prevention & Risk Management Newsletter

April 2012 . Volume V, Issue 2

In this edition:
Public Content 5 Ways to Save Money and Improve your Customers Washroom Experience.
May 27, 2012
 
        A washroom that you can share with confidence is good for your business. Your customers feel appreciated and keep coming back. Your employees and guests stay well and refreshed. Friendly washroom solutions are all about sensibility. And sensibility is about the details: details, which are important for everyone from washroom guests and cleaning staff to washroom designers and builders. With so many products on the market knowing which products and systems can help you achieve this is not easy.
Public Content What do hoteliers think of this list? Top 10 Do's to Make Your Stay Memorable
May 26, 2012
Top 10 Do's to Make Your Stay Memorable
 Top 10 Do's
 Anthony Melchiorri, host of Hotel Impossible gives his list of the top 10 things to do when checking in to a hotel.
What do hoteliers think of this list?
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