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How is technology improving security in the hotel industry?
Technologies that are improving hotel security Technology helps hotels to improve security in many ways. To learn more, check out the biggest technology trends in the hospitality...
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Lessons from gaming: what can hospitality learn from video games?
The power of customization In the early 80s, games began to incorporate a radical new feature: customization. At first it was very simple: players...
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Keyless entry systems for hotels in 2024
The benefits of keyless entry for hotels Keyless entry systems for hotels bring countless opportunities that every hotel can benefit from. These...
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Data and revenue insights from Unfold 2024
Current trends in the hospitality revenue space Without further ado, here are some of our favorite revenue insights from Lighthouse, iDeas, Atomize,...
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Operational insights from Unfold 2024
Stay innovative Innovation in hospitality is about pushing boundaries to deliver a superior guest experience. Mick Vazquez, Senior Application...
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Hospitality industry insights from Unfold 2024
What does transformational hospitality look like? By focusing on the following areas, the hospitality industry can enhance guest experiences, build...
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How to extinguish hospitality burnout
Shared responsibility Before I get into some of the specifics, I think it’s worth highlighting that managing burnout is a shared responsibility. As...
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What you need to know about mobile check-in for hotels
What is mobile check-in for hotels? Mobile check-in for hotels is technology that allows hotels to send guests a link via an app or email to check in...
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25 most important hotel technology trends in 2024
What is hotel technology? Hotel technology covers the many tools and systems designed to help hotels operate smoothly and meet their goals. These...
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The friction fiction
Bad friction In simple terms, friction is when two opposing forces encounter each other. But, of course, the world isn’t simple – especially the...
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8 functions of a good property management system
8 functions to look for in a property management system If you're unsure what a PMS is and what it does, you may not understand why you need one or...
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How AI is already shaping hospitality
7 ways AI is shaping hospitality Guests are using AI today Open AI launched ChatGPT in November 2022. In March of the following year, Expedia and...
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Mews Coffee Corner: a fun space for hospitality insights
Brewing ideas and insights This isn't just another webinar or podcast series. Mews Coffee Corner is a space where ideas percolate, opinions are...
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What technology is used in smart hotels?
What are smart hotels? The term "smart" is now used in many industries to describe technology that acts smartly, like humans. In a smart hotel,...
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How are hotel robots transforming hospitality?
What are hotel robots? A hotel robot is a device that can carry out tasks to ease the workload and improve hotel operations. It empowers your hotel...
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How is artificial intelligence revolutionizing the hotel industry?
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How does a hotel key card work, and which one is the best for you?
What is a hotel key card? A hotel key card has a magnetic stripe, works with Near-Field Communication (NFC) technology, or is embedded with an RFID...
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The modern hospitality landscape: understanding the hotel tech stack
Essential components of a hotel tech stack So, you may be wondering: what are the essential components of a hotel tech stack? They should...
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Essential hotel metrics for General Managers
The must-track areas for hotel metrics There’s a tendency to obsess over a few traditional hospitality metrics. We don’t want to name names, but...
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Hospitality Insights: 2023 recap and 2024 predictions, part two
Welcome to part two of Mews Hospitality Insights.We hope you enjoyed part one, wherethe star-studdedcast from Microsoft, Lamington Group, Generator /...
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Hospitality Insights: 2023 recap and 2024 predictions, part one
Matt Welle, CEO, Mews What are Matt’s learnings from 2023?
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Immersive technology in hotels: revolutionizing guest experiences
Understanding the impact of immersive tech on hospitality Differentiation lies at the heart of a hotel's success. Immersive tech can redefine how...
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How to excel in the evolving world of serviced apartments
It’s a very interesting time to run a serviced apartment or aparthotel brand. This type of blended accommodation sits right in the sweet spot of the...
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Mind the Product London 2023: insights and lessons learned
The Mind the Product community will always hold a special place in my Product Manager (PM) career. As a PM in Croatia working for a Croatian company...
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Hotel chatbot: top benefits for hoteliers
What is a hotel chatbot? A hotel chatbot is a technology that assists guests and customers in the hospitality industry. It can respond to questions,...
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Richard Valtr, Mews and hospitality tech: Hospitable podcast highlights
Ever listened to the Hospitable podcast by Omniboost? Consider this our official recommendation. And if you’re looking for a place to start, there’s...
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How to use a hotel CRM and what are its 6 key benefits?
What is a hotel CRM? A Customer Relationship Management system (CRM) is a software designed to help companies, in this case hotels, to manage and...
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Why Mews acquired Nomi and how it’s great news for guests
What is Nomi? Based in Nashville and founded in 2021, the Nomi team created technology that truly enhances a guest’s experience when they travel....
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For big revenue gains, install EV charging stations in your hotel
What is an EV charging station? EV charging stations are where an electric vehicle gets plugged in to charge the battery. They can be public,...
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The eight best ways to diversify revenue in hotels
How hotels can diversify their revenue Diversifying your revenue is essentially a means of maximizing your property’s full potential. And it doesn’t...
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