Revenue Management

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

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News / Startups
Software-driven hotel brand Life House raises $30M, led by Thayer Ventures
By Mitra Sorrells | January 24, 2020
The Series B round will be used to grow Life House's boutique hotels business and management services. Read More
VIDEO: Apaleo - Summit pitch Phocuswright Conference 2019
Interview / Startups
VIDEO: Apaleo - Summit pitch Phocuswright Conference 2019
By PhocusWire | December 13, 2019
Hotel tech built for the future. This PMS takes an API-first approach, connecting all systems seamlessly. Read More
Five ways to ace hospitality marketing in 2020
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Five ways to ace hospitality marketing in 2020
By Apurva Chamaria - RateGain | December 12, 2019
A variety of platforms and digital touchpoints that marketers can use to connect with travelers. Inevitably, social media heads the pack, given its high ROI quality and “always-on” presence. Read More
WEBINAR REPLAY! Rate integrity: Are bedbanks the problem or solution?
News / Distribution
WEBINAR REPLAY! Rate integrity: Are bedbanks the problem or solution?
By PhocusWire | December 3, 2019
Many hoteliers welcomed Amoma’s collapse, but some OTAs are still selling opaque rates intended for other channels such as tour operators. Read More
Getting personal – how airlines evolve pricing strategies to emulate the e‐commerce world
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Getting personal – how airlines evolve pricing strategies to emulate the e‐commerce world
By Harald Eisenaecher - Infare | November 27, 2019
As competitor airfares change often, airlines need to constantly monitor those fluctuations and quickly adjust their own relative price positions accordingly.  Read More
VIDEO: Beachy - Summit pitch winner at Phocuswright Conference 2019
Interview / Startups
VIDEO: Beachy - Summit pitch winner at Phocuswright Conference 2019
By PhocusWire | November 27, 2019
This software solution integrates beach, pool and F&B operations, increasing revenue and delivering an unparalleled guest experience. Read More
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News / Online
Hometime raises again, acquires local property management companies
By Linda Fox | November 21, 2019
Consolidation in the short-term rental management market in Australia sees Hometime buy Host My Home and bnb Pal after raising $6 million. Read More
Hot 25 Startups 2020: Hotelmize
Interview / Startups
Hot 25 Startups 2020: Hotelmize
By PhocusWire | November 18, 2019
Hotelmize’s AI-enabled platform automatically increases profit margins in an increasingly competitive market. Read More
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Opinion / Technology
The three biggest tech-led trends for airlines right now
By Philippe Der Arslanian - Answair | November 12, 2019
Philippe Der Arslanian shares his take from IATA's recent Airline Industry Retailing Symposium in Bangkok. Read More
How can your smart watch and mobile help you boost hotel revenues on the go?
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How can your smart watch and mobile help you boost hotel revenues on the go?
By Apurva Chamaria - RateGain | November 5, 2019
Revenue managers need flexibility and responsiveness that comes from mobile notifications. And so we built it. Read More
Pegasus and Travel Tripper go forward as Pegasus, unveil new platform
News / Distribution
Pegasus and Travel Tripper go forward as Pegasus, unveil new platform
By Linda Fox | October 30, 2019
Pegasus and Travel Tripper merged in February 2019 but have been kept separate so far. Now they move forward as Pegasus, with Tripper's CEO at the helm. Read More
Why activities should focus on providing an omnichannel experience
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Why activities should focus on providing an omnichannel experience
By PhocusWire | October 28, 2019
Data from Checkfront indicates booking activity has been shifting in recent years, highlighting the need for operators to invest in multiple sales channels to maximize their opportunities. Read More
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News / Technology
RateGain names Harmeet Singh as CEO, plots multiple acquisitions in platform ramp-up
By Kevin May | October 21, 2019
The arrival is being heralded as a significant appointment for the travel technology provider as it seeks to grow its presence in the U.S. and continue on its recent acquisition run. Read More
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Opinion / Technology
Travel brands, take note: The Age of Convergence is here
By Klaus Kohlmayr - IDeaS | October 11, 2019
The Age of Convergence isn’t a pie‐in‐the‐sky idea or something that may happen in the future. Convergence is already happening every day, and it’s a part of our daily lives, even if we can’t see it. Read More
Q&A: Western Union on a complex but manageable world of currencies and payments
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Q&A: Western Union on a complex but manageable world of currencies and payments
By PhocusWire | October 7, 2019
PhocusWire spoke to Jonathan Lee, Western Union's director for enterprise payment partnerships, to learn more about its analysis and views on the world of currencies and payments in the travel industry. Read More
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