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How decision intelligence unlocks hotel data for better insights

Cloudbeds

Operations Scheduling housekeeping and tracking inventory are daily operations that, though repetitive and time-consuming, require a level of analysis that makes them difficult to automate with traditional rule-based systems. Decision intelligence adds the extra capability necessary to fully automate these processes.

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What is a bed bank? List of bed bank examples for hotels

SiteMinder

These rooms are then resold to various travel distributors, such as OTAs, tour operators, and travel agents, who then offer them to end consumers. Expand your hotels visibility and reach niche markets Partnering with a global bed bank opens doors to untapped international markets and niche audiences.

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EBITDAR explained: Driving financial health for hotels

Cloudbeds

Real-time data collection and calculation The data consolidation part becomes more efficient if the PMS is part of a suite of applications that automatically collect and send EBITDAR data, eliminating time-consuming manual reconciliations. Improve marketing and distribution Optimize distribution channels to reduce sales commissions.

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Hotel Business Plan

Xotels

It can also help you to keep up to date with the latest hotel marketing trends to understand which are the types of guests who will be staying at your hotel. Basically, how will consumers answer this question ‘Why my hotel?’ Strategic Plan This exists of 3 parts: Marketing : How exactly will you attract customers/guests?

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13 ways to attract more direct bookings for your hotel

Cloudbeds

Hotels can bid on metasearch advertising placements and pay when consumers click on the ad. Metasearch differs from OTAs in that you can direct travelers back to your website to drive direct bookings, and it works on a non-commission model; instead, you pay a cost per click (CPC).

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Luxury Hotel Marketing – Top 10 Proven Strategies for Success

MediaBoom

Luxury hotel marketing is a specific type of marketing that is developed to attract a distinct group of consumers. These consumers are seeking exceptional and unique experiences, spacious and well-appointed accommodations, outstanding customer service and the highest quality of everything from food to furnishings.

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15 Essentials Digital Marketing Services for Hotels

MediaBoom

A staggering 75% of consumers admit to judging a business’s credibility based on its website design. Video Marketing Video marketing stands out as a highly effective strategy for hotels, offering a vivid and immersive way to showcase their facilities, services, and the unique experiences they provide.