Revenue Management

Discover the latest trends and technologies in travel revenue management, including pricing strategies, demand forecasting, and optimization tools.

How hotels can work alongside Google in the post-pandemic era, part two
Opinion / Distribution
How hotels can work alongside Google in the post-pandemic era, part two
By Max Starkov | September 10, 2020
In the second part of this analysis, we look at how hotels can implement a post-crisis Google strategy. Read More
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Opinion / Distribution
Change fees are gone, now can we fix the rest of what’s wrong with airline pricing?
By Jeff Klee - AmTrav | September 9, 2020
Delta, United and American airlines have announced they are eliminating change fees, but AmTrav CEO Jeff Klee says there is still much work to be done to fix airline pricing. Read More
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Opinion / Distribution
How hotels can work alongside Google in the post-pandemic era, part one
By Max Starkov | September 7, 2020
Despite the COVID-led crisis in the industry, hotel marketers cannot ignore Google in the same manner as they could not have done so over any of the previous 20 years.  Read More
VIDEO: Hotelmize - Summit pitch winner at Phocuswright Europe 2020
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VIDEO: Hotelmize - Summit pitch winner at Phocuswright Europe 2020
By PhocusWire | September 4, 2020
Fully automated algorithms use big data and machine learning techniques to efficiently and effectively price-predict and analyze bookings to achieve the lowest costs and highest profits. Read More
HotelRunner buys hotel analytics platform RateFor
News / Distribution
HotelRunner buys hotel analytics platform RateFor
By Kevin May | September 3, 2020
HotelRunner says the acquisition of the Turkey-based startup is part of a strategy to provide a "complete tech stack" for hotels. Read More
Pricing principles to help hotels maximize revenue during COVID-19
Opinion / Distribution
Pricing principles to help hotels maximize revenue during COVID-19
By Vikram Singh | August 31, 2020
Hotels need a "back-to-basics" approach to pricing management, with a focus on facts not feelings. Read More
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News / Technology
AxisRooms, Hotelogix and RepUp star in hotel technology merger
By Linda Fox | August 27, 2020
AxisRooms, Hotelogix and RepUp are looking to provide a full technology service to hotels, from booking to post check-out, following a three-way merger. Read More
Why 1989 holds the key to hospitality's recovery
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Why 1989 holds the key to hospitality's recovery
By Chinmai Sharma - RateGain | August 23, 2020
This was the year when the hospitality industry went through a "democratization" as hotel chains joined forces to create the first electronic distribution company, THISCO, changing the industry forever. Read More
Does your hotel need a commercial strategist?
Opinion / Online
Does your hotel need a commercial strategist?
By Sharad Kapur | August 20, 2020
Here's why hotels should consider a "commercial strategist" role as the lead-in position for all commercial operations. Read More
REPORT: COVID-19 Hotel Forecast - Phuket
News / Distribution
REPORT: COVID-19 Hotel Forecast - Phuket
By PhocusWire | August 18, 2020
Despite Thailand and Phuket having every economic incentive to restart tourism as quickly as possible, the government has set public health as the top priority and has acted prudently regarding... Read More
How being smart and nimble will help hoteliers survive years of flux
Opinion / Distribution
How being smart and nimble will help hoteliers survive years of flux
By Klaus Kohlmayr - IDeaS | August 3, 2020
Up-to-date data, rapid forecasting and automated pricing are critical for hoteliers trying to maximize revenue during the COVID-19 crisis.   Read More
Amadeus reports a loss of €89M, kicks off additional €250M cost-reduction plan
News / Distribution
Amadeus reports a loss of €89M, kicks off additional €250M cost-reduction plan
By Linda Fox | July 31, 2020
Announcing half-year and second-quarter 2020 results, the company says the plan is designed to “strengthen its capabilities” going forward. Read More
Short-term rentals and misalignment of the marketplace
Opinion / Distribution
Short-term rentals and misalignment of the marketplace
By Jared Alster - Dune7 | July 29, 2020
The distribution landscape for short-term vacation rentals is dominated by marketplaces. However, the pandemic has revealed some weak points and misalignment of incentives within the traditional... Read More
COVID-19 summer booking trends for hoteliers
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COVID-19 summer booking trends for hoteliers
By Alison Guillot - Amadeus | July 29, 2020
Discover the latest travel and hotel booking trends during the coronavirus pandemic and how to navigate them with confidence. Read More
Two unexpected hotel trends to watch during COVID-19 recovery
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Two unexpected hotel trends to watch during COVID-19 recovery
By Onyx | July 27, 2020
We’ve broken down two key global and U.S. trends that are shaping our outlook for hotel and travel agency recovery in the aftermath of COVID-19. Read More