citizenM Transforms Hotel Linen Operations with Laundris
The digital platform helped citizenM reduce linen inventory from 8-9 PAR to 3-4 PAR, saving $680K-$1M in procurement costs across 17 hotels.
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Hotel 1550: Ditching the flag and turning independence into revenue growth
A San Bruno hotel moved from Days Inn franchise to independent operation, then consolidated multiple tech vendors into Cloudbeds' unified platform.
Safemark Expands Marshall Portable Speaker Lineup for Hotels
Safemark adds three Marshall Bluetooth speakers to its hospitality lineup, offering hotels portable premium audio solutions for pools, spas, and event spaces.
Meyer Jabara Hotels Executive Session Signals Strong Outlook for 2026 with AI Driving Operational Focus
Meyer Jabara's annual meeting with 120+ GMs showed two-thirds are bullish on 2026, with AI streamlining operations and new agentic distribution models enabling direct guest connections.
HITEC 2026 Showcases Unmatched Hospitality Tech Variety as Exhibit Floor Space Sells Out
Over 360 companies will exhibit across 83,000 sq. ft. at the June 2026 San Antonio event, with 5,800+ attendees expected.
Zion White Bison Resort unifies glamping and RV operations with Mews
The Utah resort consolidated two separate systems into Mews' unified platform to manage both luxury glamping units and 150+ RV sites from one dashboard.
Trybe Appoints Erica Martin as Sales Director to Drive North American Growth
Martin brings 15+ years of hospitality technology experience to scale Trybe's spa and wellness platform across North America.
Agentic Hospitality: AI-Driven Discovery + TravelOS + New Tracking Models from Google are Signaling a Shift Beyond Traditional Hotel Metrics
Agentic Hospitality reports AI systems now evaluate hotels continuously beyond traditional search metrics, creating a measurement gap for hoteliers.
Hostelling International USA Selects Cloudbeds to Transform Hostel Operations Nationwide
Cloudbeds will replace legacy systems across HI USA's network of properties that serve 600,000+ annual guests, streamlining workflows and reducing administrative burden.
AI in Action: Lessons from the Female Founders in Hospitality Summit
Key insights from hospitality AI experts emphasize solving business problems first, establishing data governance, and creating experimentation time for teams.
Inn-Flow to Showcase Purpose-Built AI-Powered Back-Office Solutions for Hoteliers at AAHOACON26
The company will demonstrate AI-powered accounting and labor management tools at Booth #2007, targeting AAHOA's hotel owner community.
At AAHOACON26, GCSTIMES Will Present Thoughtfully-Designed Key Card Solutions
GCSTIMES will showcase low-carbon key cards and eco-friendly in-room amenities at AAHOACON26 in Philadelphia, April 9-10.
Transforming Hotel F&B with Mobility-Driven Operations
American Liberty Hospitality reports 10-15% F&B revenue increases and 10-20% faster service after deploying mobile POS across five properties.
By Shiji's Editorial Team, Shiji Group, Shiji
UrVenue to Showcase Unified Booking and Experience Commerce Platform at Indian Gaming Tradeshow and Convention 2026
UrVenue will demo its unified platform for managing resort amenities at the April gaming convention, previewing new features like 3D seat maps and multi-day bookings.
Raise the Bar: UrVenue Helps Hospitality Operators Sell Experiences, Not Just Tables, at Bar & Restaurant Expo 2026
UrVenue will demo its platform at BAR Restaurant Expo 2026, showcasing tools for packaging VIP experiences and automated venue management beyond basic reservations.
Inn-Flow to Share Insights on AI and Hotel Operations at 2026 Hunter Hotel Investment Conference
CEO John Erhart will lead a session on AI's role in reducing manual tasks and improving financial visibility across hotel portfolios.
Otelier Adds Ani Gujrathi as Chief Technology & Product Officer to Drive Next Phase of Innovation
Gujrathi brings 20+ years of B2B SaaS experience and will oversee engineering, product, and data operations as Otelier modernizes its platform.
Agentic Hospitality Launches TravelOS MCP Server Enabling Agentic Hotel Distribution Inside AI Platforms
The TravelOS MCP Server connects hotels' existing CRS and PMS systems directly to AI platforms, allowing real-time inventory and booking without replacing current infrastructure.
roommaster to Exhibit at the 2026 Ocean City Spring Trade Expo
roommaster will showcase its PMS at the Mid Atlantic region's largest hospitality trade show, targeting independent hotel operators preparing for summer season.
Hotels Enter the Ask and Book Era as AI Reshapes Discovery, Distribution, and Operations, According to NYU SPS and BCG
NYU and BCG study reveals 37% of travelers use AI for trip planning while hotels face 65% staffing shortages and 11.2% labor cost increases in North America.