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In the world of hospitality, guest experience is paramount. From room designs to amenities, everything is fine-tuned to provide the best possible stay for guests. One such amenity that plays a crucial role in guest satisfaction is television entertainment. This is where commercial televisions come in. Not only do they offer a high-quality viewing experience to guests, but they also provide various features that can benefit not only guests but also hoteliers. In this blog post, we will explore the various features and benefits of commercial televisions in hotels, with a focus on the solutions provided by allbridge.com.

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In the age of streaming, it’s not surprising that Americans are increasingly consuming over-the-top (OTT) content. A 2022 study from Parks Associates found that 83 million U.S. households engage in OTT viewing. This number is expected to increase for the foreseeable future.

The majority of seniors are incredibly comfortable using technological devices. To provide a comforting living experience, senior living communities must begin investing in technology that enables their residents to feel right at home. For example, a high-speed network for senior living communities enables properties to deliver data, video, and voice to residents so that they can enjoy their new home.

In the past, your network provider would have to move from room to room to install, update, and troubleshoot hardware and network systems. Thanks to modern technology, however, property managers are increasingly moving to Wi-Fi networks with cloud management functionality that makes network management more efficient. Thanks to remote access and real-time dashboards accessible via the cloud, providers can more easily manage these networks—without having to be on-site at your property.

Voice technology plays a critically important role in shaping the hospitality experience. Your guests expect to feel right at home during their stays, and in the age of mobile devices and lightning-fast networks, properties need to provide modern solutions that mimic each guest’s at-home experience.To this end, we’re excited to announce that Allbridge and Mitel have partnered to transform the guest experience by delivering best-in-class on-premise voice solutions to leading Hospitality properties like yours.

Over the last 14 years, the cloud has grown from an exciting new technology championed by early adapters into a must-have for organizations across all industries. To take advantage of cost savings, scalability, flexibility, and reliability, businesses are increasingly moving their workloads and tools into the cloud. The trend is no different in the Hospitality industry. Today’s leading Hospitality properties are moving to hosted voice solutions, i.e., phone services that are delivered via the cloud, resulting in both lowered costs and happier guests. For example, Marriott is one major brand that has moved its voice services entirely to hosted solutions.

Over the past 10 years, Millennials (individuals born between 1980 and 1995) have been the primary target for hotels and student housing communities alike. Many hotel chains have launched minimalist brands to appeal to this population, and student housing developers have tailored their design concepts to be Millennial-focused with minimalist, modern features, co-working spaces, and open-concept lounges.

Every year brings new, developing trends and challenges to the hotel and hospitality industry. While there are some common challenges, like staffing shortages, changing consumer demands, and creating a great experience, there is one main developing trend that all hoteliers need to be aware of. The rise of technology and connectivity within a hotel is taking center stage, and you need to be aware of how you can incorporate Wifi into your guest experiences. Technology has become an integral part of the hospitality industry, particularly when it comes to guest experience. In order for hoteliers to stay ahead of trends and remain competitive in the industry, they need to prioritize their wifi and connectivity networks. Understanding why this is important as well as what you can do to ensure your network is up to date will help you deliver a great experience for guests.