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Shift4 and SkyTouch Technology Bring Joint EMV Solution to the Hotel Industry

EMV Solution Is Available Today With Eight Processors in the U.S. and Canada LAS VEGAS and PHOENIX, Ariz. — Feb. 8, 2017— Payment services and gateway provider Shift4 Corporation and cloud-based hotel PMS provider SkyTouch Technology today announced the general availability of their joint EMV-certified solution for hoteliers. This announcement comes after a year… Continue Reading Shift4 and SkyTouch Technology Bring Joint EMV Solution to the Hotel Industry

By |2024-09-09T08:53:28-07:00February 8th, 2017|SkyTouch Technology Press Releases|

ALIS Reveals State of the Hotel Business

Last week, the hospitality industry came together for the the largest hotel related financial conference in the United States. This year, an astounding 3,000 people attended the Americas Lodging Investment Summit, commonly known as ALIS. It was a record-breaking event, beating the previous record, which was ominously set as the Great Recession descended upon America. The annual event is… Continue Reading ALIS Reveals State of the Hotel Business

By |2022-12-27T20:14:21-07:00February 1st, 2017|Hospitality Conferences|

Harnessing The New Hotel PMS Effect – The Power Of The Cloud To Bolster Operations & Profits

Savvy hoteliers want more from their PMS, and today’s cloud-based solutions answer the demand. The PMS has been ushered into modern times with superior cloud-based technology – a Proven Modern Solution that is effective, reliable, easy to navigate, and truly enhances hotel operations. A Proven Modern Solution that is ideally suited for independent hotels, small… Continue Reading Harnessing The New Hotel PMS Effect – The Power Of The Cloud To Bolster Operations & Profits

By |2019-02-13T15:38:47-07:00January 27th, 2017|SkyTouch Technology In The News|

How Mobile Technology Can Help Reduce Housekeeping Costs

By far, labor is the largest expense for a hotel operator. In fact, according to CBRE Hotels Americas, total labor costs and related expenses totals on average 42.8 percent of all hotel related expenses. So, it’s no surprise smart hoteliers are always looking for ways to cut costs. But for many, cutting back on guest… Continue Reading How Mobile Technology Can Help Reduce Housekeeping Costs

By |2019-02-11T19:31:29-07:00January 23rd, 2017|Housekeeping|

Top 3 ways to optimize your hotel operations costs

The hotel industry may be in great financial shape, but that doesn’t mean hoteliers have the luxury of overspending at the property level. Eliminating wasteful costs is always important, and one way smart managers can potentially reduce operational expenses is by utilizing an updated, cost-efficient PMS. It’s especially important in a world of fast rising… Continue Reading Top 3 ways to optimize your hotel operations costs

By |2019-02-11T19:31:54-07:00January 17th, 2017|Employee Training / Turnover|

Running a Hotel Remotely With a Cloud-Based PMS

It used to be that a General Manager was tied to the front desk in order to solve issues or keep track or manage a hotel. With a cloud-based PMS, a GM can technically run the hotel from anywhere on a phone or tablet. A 100% we-based system allows two way communication at the hotel,… Continue Reading Running a Hotel Remotely With a Cloud-Based PMS

By |2019-02-13T15:38:40-07:00January 9th, 2017|SkyTouch Technology In The News|

3 Proven Steps to Increase Your Hotel’s Revenue

When the numbers are added up, it looks like the entire hotel industry had an amazing 2016. But that’s a global total, not necessarily your hotel's reality. In fact, global profits and a local hotel’s situation can be light years apart, leaving certain hoteliers feeling they’re not making enough money managing their hotel. That’s because… Continue Reading 3 Proven Steps to Increase Your Hotel’s Revenue

By |2019-05-23T17:54:38-07:00January 9th, 2017|Rate Management|

The Top 4 Reasons Your Bed and Breakfast Needs Reservation Software

If you own a bed and breakfast, chances are that you love making a personal connection with those who stay in your establishment. Bed and Breakfast-style inns can offer what many big hotel chains can't: a sense of history and nostalgia with a special touch. But while many who choose to stay at B and… Continue Reading The Top 4 Reasons Your Bed and Breakfast Needs Reservation Software

By |2019-02-11T19:20:01-07:00January 4th, 2017|Hospitality Industry Trends|

Top 2017 Lodging Industry Tech Trends

Technology has become infused in the daily life of most Americans, and it’s forever altering how consumers interact with brands, especially travel related ones. Call it customer 2.0; a world where hoteliers must learn to make meaningful connections in ways never previously explored. At SkyTouch Technology, we’re trend experts, and we’ve put together a list… Continue Reading Top 2017 Lodging Industry Tech Trends

By |2019-02-11T19:24:54-07:00December 22nd, 2016|Hospitality Industry Trends|

Next-gen property-management systems depend on integration

Millennials are the focused-on travel generation, and the hospitality industry is adapting to this social and mobile group with next-gen systems. Next-gen property-management systems are centered on the guest and the guest experience, allowing for hoteliers to easily increase their online guest engagement. Read full article here.

By |2019-02-13T15:38:33-07:00December 20th, 2016|SkyTouch Technology In The News|
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