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Why RM Fails Without Sales and Marketing Collaboration

Revenue management shouldn’t just hand down pricing strategies from on high. Instead, involve sales and marketing from the get-go

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Experience vs. Data: A Tale of Two Commercial Managers

This article tells the stories of two commercial managers – one who still trusts his instincts and another who has fully embraced data

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Understanding and Implementing Hotel Commercial Strategy

From pricing and marketing to distribution and revenue management, every aspect of a hotel’s commercial strategy plays a crucial role in maximizing revenue

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The Evolution of Unified Commercial Strategy in Hotels

Many of the old silos still exist, and the dream of a fully integrated unified commercial strategy remains just that – a dream. But the journey is not over

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Why a Hotel Commercial Strategy is Now Non-Negotiable

A commercial strategy is critical for maximizing a hotel’s profitability and strengthening its direct relationships with guests

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The Hidden Cost of Outdated Sales Methods in Hotel Group Sales

In the fast-paced world of hotel group sales, speed is crucial. However, the current outdated methods are slow and cumbersome

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Avoid Sales CRM Overwhelm and Focus On Three Important Things

So many hotels underutilize their sales CRM. Developers of these systems have made them so complex that the basic, most important functions are buried

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Rethink Your Hotel RFP Process to Win More Bids

If your sales team responds to every RFP without prioritizing high-value leads, you could waste time and lose inbound business

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Breaking Down Silos: The Evolution of Hotel Sales Departments

The future of hotel sales lies in breaking down silos and fostering a collaborative, commercial mindset. Those who change will not only survive but thrive

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Decision Intelligence: Rocco Forte Hotels & HotelIQ Case Study

Hi, welcome to another case study discussion. Today we focus on the challenges and rewards of a decision intelligence tool and it’svalue to a hotel commercial operation. To bring their […]

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