Catégorie : Strategy
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FHS Saudi Arabia: a wealth of investment opportunities today to be part of the KSA of tomorrow
With just under a month to go before the Future Hospitality Summit Saudi Arabia gets under way, investors, developers, government decision makers and regional hospitality leaders are gearing up for three days of networking, learning, debate and deal making in Riyadh. Nearly 300 investors – almost one in four of all delegates – attended last…
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AI Has Risen And it’s not coming for your job. It’s coming for your… | R.J. Abbott | 115 comments
AI Has Risen And it’s not coming for your job. It’s coming for your mediocrity. It doesn’t need a desk. It doesn’t get tired. It doesn’t care about your portfolio, your degree, or your “process.” It just shows up. Faster. Cheaper. Relentlessly average, and on demand. If your edge was effort… If your value was…
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How to optimize your hotel’s Google Knowledge Panel
A practical guide to enhance visibility, build trust, and convert search Traffic into bookings using Google’s most visible real estate Apr 21, 2025 Hotels should leverage Google’s Knowledge Panel as a powerful digital storefront. Appearing prominently on the right side of Google search results, the panel provides essential information about the hotel – such as…
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How to prepare your company for cascading risks
Prepare for second-order effects Share this email Brought to you by Alex Panas, global leader of industries, & Axel Karlsson, global leader of functional practices and growth platforms —Alex and Axel April 2025 In honor of the 60th birthday of McKinsey Quarterly, the McKinsey Classics newsletter is…
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The Future of Luxury is Intentional, Beautifully Human and Digital
What does luxury mean when the world feels less predictable than ever?It’s a question more and more boutique hoteliers are quietly asking. Not out of fear but out of curiosity. Because if you’ve built a hotel not just as a place to sleep, but as a story to live inside, then you already know the…
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Which Travel Affiliate Program is Right for You? Stay22 vs TravelPayouts Differences Explained
Choosing the right affiliate partner can mean the difference between average earnings and serious money in your pocket.
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AI in Hospitality: How Smart Tech is Changing Guest Experience
Today, AI dominates many conversations across different industries, and AI in hospitality is no exception. It is redefining the notion of a ‘norm’ and what guests expect. The volume of AI-related news continues to grow exponentially, making it difficult to filter through the noise and understand its impact. However, being informed is critical for business…
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Exclusion as Brand Strategy
Why exclusivity, not inclusivity, is the secret to brand devotionI often observe my clients—whether they’re legacy brands or venture-backed startups—reach the same fork in the road. The conversation usually goes something like this: »We’re doing well with our current audience, but what if we expanded to capture these people too? » »Our competitors are offering X. Should we…
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Lyft gets a toehold in Europe with FreeNow acquisition
FreeNow, which aggregates taxis and private car services, is being bought by Lyft for about $198 million. FreeNow, which aggregates taxis and private car services, is being bought by Lyft for about $198 million. Andrew J. Hawkins is transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has…
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Stay22: The Bridge Between Content and Commerce
Welcome to the 4th sponsored deep dive on Travel Tech Essentialist. I publish six of these per year, each one zooming in on a standout company that’s shaping the future of travel. They’re free for all subscribers and meant to go deeper than the usual headlines, with practical insight into strategy, execution, and what’s actually…