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Aiden Darling Harbour Opens Its Doors With ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions to Ensure Heightened Hotel Security and Guest Experiences
ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions | July 12, 2022
Property blends VingCard Essence locks with VingCard Allure LED panels enabled with Mobile Access, alongside integrations with Telknonet’s energy management system and Liverton’s check-in kiosks/mobile app to provide enhanced security, guest convenience and hotel sustainability. Stockholm –July 12, 2022 – ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions, a leading provider of advanced security technology for the hospitality industry, has announced the adoption of its Mobile Access-enabled VingCard Essence door locks combined with sleek and fully customizable VingCard Allure LED panels at the recently opened Aiden Darling Harbour by Best Western. Lever...
Groups360 Achieves SOC 2 Type 2 Compliance as Part of Continued Commitment to Customer Confidentiality and Data Protection Worldwide
Groups360 | September 23, 2021
Nashville, TN – September 23, 2021 – Groups360, the leading online marketplace for meetings and events, today announced that GroupSync™, the company’s cloud-based solution for meeting planners and suppliers has achieved SOC 2 compliance. This recognition represents the highest level of security and trust for service organizations and is especially critical in the meetings and events industry due to the vast amounts of data processed for group travel. Groups360’s customer base continues to expand at a rapid rate with large and complex organizations like Accor, Hilton, IHG, Omni, Premier Inn and other hotel properties and brands al...
The Westin Fort Lauderdale Selects ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions to Implement Advanced Staff Safety and Hotel Asset Management Features
ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions | September 7, 2021
Florida oceanfront property leverages industry-leading technology to develop enhanced security responses for at-risk employees while gaining the ability to identify the real-time location of assets. Stockholm – September 7, 2021 – ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions, a leading provider of advanced security technology for the hospitality industry, has announced the successful adoptions of Staff Safety and Hotel Asset Management with the implementation of Vostio Location Solutions at The Westin Fort Lauderdale, a property managed by TPG Hotels and Resorts. Leveraging ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions’ industry-leading technology, The Westi...
10 Reasons Why Panic Buttons Are a Must-Have Hotel Technology for 2021 and Beyond
Robb Monkman | October 13, 2020
As hoteliers complete their budgets for the new year, it’s critical that they add industry safety standard technology to their priority list By Robb Monkman With the sweeping implementation of new safety standards and legislations, hoteliers are quickly shifting focus towards employee protection. Recent world events have led to a notable development of a new employee safety culture in hotels and protecting those working alone in guestrooms or other remote areas who frequently find themselves in vulnerable, risk-oriented situations needs to take precedence. Hospitality is an industry focused on the guest experience, but more attent...
How Technology Can Save Hotel Staff Time & Prioritize Guest Safety
Amy Jeffs | September 17, 2020
By Amy Jeffs The pandemic has put the hotel industry in a tough position. 70% of hotel employees have been furloughed or laid off. Even though occupancy is down, staff have been struggling to balance their workload, because navigating new safety and sanitation guidelines while still providing guests with a great experience is not an easy task. However, hoteliers that are open and willing to adapt to changing times and invest in the right technology can continue to provide the top-notch services and experiences for their guests. By investing in technology such as environmental monitoring and communication systems, hotels can improve their o...
Tourism Tidbits: The Rebirth of Tourism Security Conferences
Dr. Peter E. Tarlow | February 3, 2020
By Dr. Peter Tarlow This article is an update of one published in honor of the Twenty-fifth anniversary of the Las Vegas International Tourism Security and Safety Conference. The 27th conference will be “reborn” on April 26-30, 2020 and it is hoped that the “mother conference” will spawn new interest in the importance of tourism security and safety around the world. If your community is interested in hosting a tourism safety and security conference, please contact Dr. Peter Tarlow or Jordan Clark. The Conference will take place against a background of both political and health crises that could impact the world’s entire touris...
Safety and Security Tips for Hotel Management
Kacey Bradley | November 18, 2019
By Kacey Bradley Safety and Security Tips for Hotel Management For some travelers, a hotel's a place to rest their head after a day of exploring. For others, it's where they decompress after a long day of meetings. However a guest might see their accommodations, a hotel serves as a home away from home — and it should feel like that in more ways than one. Namely, guests look for comfort — especially from the cozy rooms and extra amenities you provide. They also want to feel just as secure with you as they do in their own homes. Indeed, that's why safety is one of the fundamental basics that every hotel should provide. It's up t...
Hotel Industry Marks Significant Progress Toward 2020 Nationwide Implementation of Safety Devices
AHLA | October 8, 2019
One Year After Announcing 5-Star Promise, 230% Increase in Participating Hotel Companies WASHINGTON (October 8, 2019) – One year after a historic announcement pledging to increase safety and security at America’s hotels, the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today announced a 230 percent increase in members participating in the 5-Star Promise, growing the commitment to 56 hotel companies. Participating hotels have made significant progress over the past year in deploying employee safety devices (ESDs), with devices already provided in several markets, including New York, Washington, Chicago, Seattle and Miami Beach, an...
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