Total revenue management in an era of margin compression By Dan Rama The hospitality industry faces a fundamental economic challenge: Labor costs continue rising while room revenue growth struggles to keep pace. For hoteliers navigating this squeeze, the traditional focus on RevPAR alone is no longer sufficient. A growing number of properties are embracing Total Revenue … [Read more...] about The Big Picture
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Hidden Costs
Siloed systems slow hotels down – and alignment matters more than ever By Sulagna Goswami Today, technology sits at the center of hotel operations. Reservations, revenue management, housekeeping, maintenance, accounting, and almost every department depend on digital tools to get the job done. But for many hotels, those tools don’t actually work together. They are … [Read more...] about Hidden Costs
Small Brands, Smart Revenue
Independent revenue strategies in a changing marketplace By Aaryan Patel and Jin Laxmidas Independent hoteliers have always relied on creativity and resilience to compete against national brands. Today, revenue generation requires not only operational efficiency, but also strategic partnerships, direct booking optimization, loyalty innovation, and an understanding of the … [Read more...] about Small Brands, Smart Revenue