15 ways an EAM/CMMS can increase energy savings

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Whether you own or lease a building, you typically need lighting, heating, air conditioning, power for equipment and assets, and other services to keep your business afloat and operational. Energy can vary in cost when it comes to the type of infrastructure you have and how you operate on the day to day. Let‚Äôs take…

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Should you buy a biometric time clock for your hotel?

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As technology continues to push forward, you (along with many other hoteliers) may find yourself wondering if you should upgrade your timekeeping devices to biometric time clocks.  But is this the right investment for your particular hotel? What is a biometric time clock? First of all, a biometric time clock is a timekeeping device that controls…

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What is ROA?

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There are several definitions, explanations, and reasons that¬†ROA¬†is important, but do you know your¬†ROA¬†in your business? Let‚Äôs start off with what ROA means and then go into why this is important to know for your business and more importantly how to track it effectively. ROA, Return on Assets is a¬†financial ratio that shows the percentage…

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Could text messaging give your hotel an edge?

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Messaging isn’t just for Millennials. Pew Research shows SMS-messaging is a favored means of communication for travelers of all ages. Text messaging is an essential expression of today’s instant gratification economy and is fast becoming a necessary component of customer service.

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12 Seasonal Maintenance Inspections for Hotels

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Fall is here, but is your resort ready for the winter crowd? The success of any hotel or resort is based on the level of service provided to its guests. Storing all of your buildings, floors, rooms, and equipment in an asset management solution allows you to track the maintenance on every asset. Preventive maintenance…

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