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The Travel Rate Debate: Selecting Dynamic vs. Fixed Hotel Pricing

Revenue Hub

NB: This is an article from CWT Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date With the hotel sourcing season well underway, many corporate travel and procurement teams are likely trying to figure out which hotel pricing model makes the most sense for their programs.

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HB Exclusive: Reeco raises $15M for procure-to-pay platform

Hotel Business

An AI-powered procure-to-pay platform designed for the hospitality industrydesigned with help from a former hotelierhas just received funding that it says will help it continue to make the process easier for hoteliers. These businesses rely on our platform to streamline their procure-to-pay process flow.

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An Inside Look at Mattresses: Delving Into the Technology Prior to Procurement

Lodging Magazine

But even top-tier mattresses eventually need replacing, and at that point procurement will need to investigate the products in the ever-evolving bedding market. A high-quality mattress promotes the restful sleep that is one of the fundamental offerings of the hotel industry.

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Could Surge Pricing Actually Make Fast Food Better?

EATER

Getty Images Probably not, but Wendy’s thinks so Have you ever been eating a cheeseburger and fries, procured from a drive-thru, and wondered “Wow, I wish I could pay even more for this incredibly mediocre lunch?” Fast food chain Wendy’s has announced plans to test “dynamic pricing” at its locations across the country, beginning in 2025.

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On-the-Go and In-the-Know: Why Mobile Procure-to-Pay is the Key to Gaining a Competitive Advantage in Hospitality

Hospitality Net

Effective procurement departments have a significant positive impact on hotel performance. To endure persistent industry challenges—such as price volatility, tight profit margins, evolving guest preferences, and labour shortages—hoteliers must fine-tune their procurement operations to ensure greater efficiency, agility, and cost savings.

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5 Hospitality Procurement Trends to Watch in 2024 and Beyond

Hospitality Net

Volatile prices, extended lead teams for goods and services, and keeping up with guest preferences are just a few challenges that continue to impact hotel supply chains years into pandemic recovery.

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How Predictive Analytics Can Help Suppliers Overcome Fluctuations in Demand

Modern Restaurant Management

Traditional forecasting and procurement strategies are no longer enough to keep pace with today’s unpredictable supply chain. Predictive analytics enables you to match internal data, like sales history, with external data such as natural disasters, weather patterns, and even gas prices. Problem: Restaurant Closures.