The Converged Blog

The modern traveler always expects to stay connected during their trips, and this is especially true when it comes to hotel and resort properties. For hoteliers, this means that having reliable and efficient connectivity solutions is imperative for success. From high-speed internet access to in-room entertainment, the quality of a hotel's connectivity can make or break the guest experience. This is where companies like Allbridge come in, providing innovative solutions that enhance the guest experience and improve hotel operations.

VIEW THE FULL RELEASE HERE. Raleigh, N.C., June 6, 2023 - Allbridge, a trailblazer in property technology solutions, has recently announced a strategic partnership with DSI, a leading sales enablement company specializing in consumer and commercial opportunities within the indirect dealer space. This remarkable partnership opens up new horizons for Allbridge as it expands its DIRECTV installations footprint, on the lodging and institutions market. 

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.

Most anyone could look at student housing, which is being occupied now by digital natives in Gen Z, and state that obviously technology is going to continue to grow and impact this market. But technology just for the sake of technology isn’t advantageous to student housing operators, nor is it particularly attractive to today’s student residents. After all, if it was, you’d be seeing each lease come with an Internet connected crockpot or toaster. It’s the technology products that truly impact “the way we interact with our world” that will have the largest effect on student housing. 

If you've ever searched for a managed Wi-Fi, video, or voice provider for a senior living community, you're probably aware that there are many options available to provide these services to residents and staff. Considering that these systems are a significant investment for your property, it's in your best interest to do your due diligence and research the available solutions, as well as find a provider that can customize and support a solution to meet the unique needs of your community and residents, now and in the future.

Senior living communities have changed significantly over the last several years. Not only are seniors living longer—the current life expectancy in the US is 79 years old—but today’s seniors are also much more technologically proficient than their counterparts were a decade ago. More seniors are moving into communities with smartphones, tablets, laptops, and other wireless gadgets, and the number of devices will only increase as time goes on.

Technology has disrupted many industries over the last decade. Amazon, eBay, and many other online retailers have experienced tremendous growth in the use of e-commerce, leading to the reduction of traditional brick-and-mortar stores. Uber and Lyft have dominated market share over the traditional taxi cab industry. Airbnb and VRBO are changing how vacations and reservations are booked, and streaming services like Netflix and Hulu have uprooted the video rental industry.

The addition of Wi-Fi services to senior living properties is now a standard amenity and less of a diamond-in-the-rough offering. Many Healthcare properties offer Wi-Fi to their residents, either to drive competitive advantage or as an opportunity to upsell them on additional services.

Prolific internet has changed the way we consume content. DVRs and VCRs are relics of the past. Thanks to the emergence of over-the-top (OTT) content and on demand streaming, people can watch shows and movies at their own convenience.