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Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity: Join GlobalData's Webinar on Tackling Challenges

During this webinar, our panel of experts: David Bicknell, Principal Thematic Intelligence Analyst; Amy Larsen DeCarlo, Principal Security and Data Center Services Analyst at GlobalData; and Bjørn Rasmussen, Chief Technology Officer of Orange Cyberdefense Norway, will discuss the state of cybersecurity in challenging times.


P2P Solutions

The Future of Hotel Procurement is in the Cloud - Here is Why - By Johannes Vocke, CFO, FutureLog

Many leading hoteliers are levelling up their procurement departments with cloud-based infrastructure - investments that are now key to streamlining procurement operations, navigating an uncertain market, and satisfying new guest expectations. Even more than AI, the Internet of Things (IoT), blockchain, or robotics, hoteliers believe that cloud computing has the greatest potential to leverage its performance in the coming years.


Hotel Opening U.K.

120 Room Premier Inn Torquay Harbour Hotel Opens

Built on part of an underused car park, the new hotel complements existing hotel accommodation in Torquay and is set to bring long term benefits to the town centre, businesses, and the community.



Market Report U.K.

5 Things to Know About the U.K. Travel Market in 2024 and Beyond

In 2023, the travel market in the United Kingdom experienced significant growth, with gross bookings increasing 19%, driven by robust expansion in online bookings, mobile transactions and key sectors like airlines and car rentals.







P2P Solutions

5 Hospitality Procurement Trends to Watch in 2024 and Beyond

The new economic reality is informing how hoteliers plan and execute purchasing in 2024 - but what do investments in digital procurement innovation look like in this 'new normal'? Discover the top 5 procurement megatrends shaping hospitality industry strategy.





Meeting Trends

European 2024 Meetings & Events Trends

Slightly more conservative across the board, yet positive in outlook, European meeting professionals expect a moderate increase in activity level compared to North and Latin American regions. However, high levels of optimism regarding the overall health of the industry are firmly in place. 79% said they would rank their confidence level as 8 or higher on a scale of 1 to 10.





Artificial Intelligence

Navigating Challenges of AI and Maximizing Value in the Service Sector - By Nicole Rosenkranz

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing not only traditional sectors but also reshaping the very essence of hospitality and service industries. The potential for transformation is vast, yet it's imperative to advance cautiously, striking a delicate balance between technological advancement and preserving the human touch, which remains the cornerstone of the service sector.



Garner Hotels Development Update

IHG Hotels & Resorts' Midscale Conversion Brand Garner Continues Global Expansion

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) continues the growth of its newest midscale conversion brand Garner hotels, which is now available across IHG's Europe, Middle East, Asia & Africa (EMEAA) region. This marks another milestone towards Garner reaching its goal of more than 500 hotels in the next 10 years, and 1,000 hotels over the next 20 years.



State Of Independent Lodging Report

Cloudbeds Observes Shift Towards Longer Stays

Hospitality management platform Cloudbeds has observed a moderate (1%) uptick in medium-term stays globally in 2023, accompanied by a slight decline of 2% in short stays.


Travel Market Life Podcast

Podcast - April Hospitality Review: Challenges in Service & Delivery, IHTF 2024 and Booking.com's Cancelled Sustainability Programme

In our April 2024 edition, we had the pleasure of hosting a panel of experts who shared their invaluable insights on the pressing issues facing our industry today. From sustainability to marketing strategies and the digital transformation of hotels, we covered it all. Let's dive into the key takeaways from this enlightening discussion.


P2P Solutions

On-the-Go and In-the-Know: Why Mobile Procure-to-Pay is the Key to Gaining a Competitive Advantage in Hospitality - By Johannes Vocke, CFO, FutureLog

For many hotels, procurement advancements are being made possible through the use of e-procurement: Web-based solutions that facilitate end-to-end purchasing activities. Now that over half of workers globally use smartphones for business-related tasks, P2P software (also known as e-procurement) with mobile support offers even greater flexibility for hotels aiming to transform their processes digitally.