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Kipsu, a leader in frontline customer experience software, is proud to announce the acquisition of Lodgistics, a cutting-edge hotel operations software that revolutionizes the way hoteliers manage day-to-day operations, streamline workflows, and enhance guest services.
The Drake Hotel leveraged Kipsu Exceed FCX to improve team communication and operational efficiency.
See how DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh-Cary moved up in the overall score rankings by implementing Kipsu Exceed FCX!
April 15, 2024
One topic of conversation that reaches across all regions and types of people is the weather. Now that spring has sprung, we wanted to see what people were saying about the weather through Kipsu. These are real conversations but have been anonymized for privacy. Take a look below to read convos about anything from snow to rain to sunshine!
April 10, 2024
Homewood Suites Concord understands the importance of building strong connections with their guests. Being the newest property in the high-demand area just outside of Charlotte, North Carolina, Homewood Suites wants to establish a strong foundation with their service. “Being the only upscale extended stay property [in the area], we just seem to enjoy really high occupancy levels, it seems like all year long,” says Gen Steele, Guest Services Representative at Homewood Suites.
April 8, 2024
This year’s solar eclipse will likely be 2024’s biggest event in the U.S., bringing in over an estimated 1 billion dollars in revenue for the regions where the total eclipse will appear. While these numbers are exciting, it’s important to remember that this increase in incoming tourism will also lead to an increase in demand on the staff at hotels in the area.
March 12, 2024
Guest service is arguably the most important part of the hospitality industry—ensuring guests have what they need and feel comfortable asking for it if they don’t. But now that texting is preferred over calling, hotels have to make sure they’re providing the right channels for open communication.With hospitality texting, guests can easily text in requests or questions, and hotels can even prompt guests to tell staff what they need with the mid-stay message. These status checks are a great tool to improve brand survey scores and boost your guest engagement. Let’s dive into the mid-stay check-in and ways you can implement it at your hotel.
February 26, 2024
What exactly is guest messaging, and why is it such a big deal? Well, think of it as your direct line to hotel guests, right at your fingertips. Instead of picking up the phone and waiting on hold or making a trip to the front desk, guests can simply shoot off a quick message through the hotel's messaging platform. Whether they need extra towels, want to book a dinner reservation, or have a question about local attractions, guest messaging has got you covered.But it's not just about convenience for guests; it's about supercharging hotel efficiency. Let's break it down.
February 12, 2024
At its core, messaging feedback allows guests to communicate their thoughts, concerns, and preferences in real-time, directly through their smartphones or tablets. Gone are the days of forgettable survey forms or waiting in line at the front desk to voice an opinion – with digital messaging, the power to shape a guest’s experience lies right at your fingertips.So, how exactly does messaging feedback work, and why is it so effective in enhancing customer satisfaction at resorts? Let’s take a look from the guest’s point of view.
February 5, 2024
Digital messaging is a crucial tool for ensuring seamless communication before, during, and after the event. Unusually high volumes and influx of guests can really show the cracks in your communication systems, especially if you’re not properly prepared for what’s to come. As you plan for the next major event in your town, here are some valuable tips and messaging features you can use to keep guests informed and engaged from start to finish.
Hotels can make or break a vacation experience, and the quality of service is often the deciding factor. From the moment guests arrive, they expect a high level of attention and care. That's why hotels are turning to guest messaging to provide the personalized and attentive service that modern travelers crave. So how does guest messaging impact key metrics in Guest Love survey scores? Let’s take a closer look.
Text messaging for hospitality isn’t just for the Waldorf Astoria’s of the world! Messaging with guests creates a better experience for both hotel staff and guests, no matter the hotel tier.
October 20, 2022
A rising trend in just about every industry is remote work. As travelers continue to blend business and leisure (there’s even a word for this: “bleisure”), they’re looking for accommodations that can fit all of their needs. Your hotel can adapt to this hospitality trend by providing secure Wi-Fi, common areas for working, and more.
October 17, 2022
Hospitality is a unique industry—from working long hours to meeting people from all over the world, every day is different. That’s why it’s so wonderful to have hotel team experts on the Kipsu team like Keelie Swafford!
October 10, 2022
Travel numbers are still on the rise and getting back to pre-pandemic levels, but hotel staffing isn’t. How is the hospitality industry keeping up with the demand? Tools like hotel text messaging systems have been helping increase efficiency, boost guest satisfaction, and provide contactless communication for cautious guests.
October 6, 2022
Kipsu isn’t just a hotel text messaging service — it’s also a sponsor of Byrd Racing! Starting as a partnership with a hotel management company to Circuit of the Americas in Austin to attend a race, it’s been quite the exciting journey.
September 29, 2022