Self-Service

IP technology and creative marketing boost the appeal of in-room telephone systems, making it possible for these seemingly obsolete devises to again become a valued part of the in-room package.

Online ordering can allow restaurants to boost sales and streamline operations, but only if the rollout is done with smarts and care. Get the inside scoop on best-practices for your online ordering rollout from these experienced operators.

In conjunction with KIOSK Information Systems and Nanoation and Netkey, Hewlett Packard announced the launch of a new line of business class kiosks with customizable design and function

FireFly's Phoenix Point-Of-Sale system is successfully integrated with TakeOut Technology's Online Ordering System. FireFly management expects this move to enhance the business's ability to complete in a competitive marketplace.

Eaglewood Resort & Spa has guests flying high with real-time flight information displays and boarding pass printing kiosks from Flyte Systems. The system is set apart from other PC-based applications by its ability to post accurate, real-time airline flight arrival and departure information, including delays caused by Air Traffic Control, aircraft maintenance, crew availability and weather.

Displays give guests real-time airline flight information, factor in air traffic control, aircraft maintentance, crew availability and weather delays

Touchscreen phones integrate with Renaissance Montgomery POS, PMS; guests can book reservations, check stocks and weather, view city maps and more

Hilton is using interactive touch-screen televisions to give guests access to information at any time that ordinarily might require interaction with a conference manager or concierge. Hilton indicates that this is both an opportunity to serve its customers as well as a chance to give them a peek at technology of the future - much as hotels did when they first offered air conditioning or remotes in rooms.