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18/02/2022

'2021 was a year when technology played a central role in the global hotel industry. Simpler and less costly tech solutions provided ways to cope with the pandemic and the staffing shortage... Operators noted a change in attitude amongst hotel owners and brands. Whereas in the past, funding was only available when absolutely necessary, now there was a greater recognition of the long-term benefits of investing in technology.'

It can feel like a big step for a hotel to take with regard to updating and simplifying the technology already in place - or lack thereof!

Where does a business start?

8AV's unified smart technology can address the challenge, bringing together existing systems, tech and processes into one unified platform. Contact us today to learn more.

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Insight Comment 2021 was a year when technology played a central role in the global hotel industry. Simpler and less costly tech solutions provided ways to cope with the pandemic and the staffing shortage. 2021 was the year that we learned to live with the virus. As the global economy cranked back i...

16/02/2022

'The focus on automating hotel operational processes will intensify due to the industry labour crisis. Contactless check-in/check-out and automation of day-to-day room rate setting are just two examples of technology that will be increasingly adopted and refined in response to the lack of staff to complete processes manually.'

It can feel like a big step for a hotel to take with regard to updating and simplifying the technology already in place - or lack thereof!

Where does a business start?

8AV's unified smart technology can address the challenge, bringing together existing systems, tech and processes into one unified platform. Contact us today to learn more.



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Insight Comment Last year technology took an increasingly central role in hotel operations. Now at the we ease ourselves into 2022 we take a closer look at five tech trends that will keep on growing and developing over the next 12 months. Automating workflows The focus on automating hotel operationa...

14/02/2022

'Flexible energy tech in homes could cut UK's peak electricity demand by 10% by 2030'

We're seeing greater adoption of smart energy tech in homes, but this isn't the case for commercial spaces.

Every business in the UK will targeted with achieving net zero by 2050, and how to approach that can feel overwhelming - where does a business start?

There are small steps which can be taken in the short term to help begin that journey. 8AV's unified smart technology can address the challenge. Contact us today to learn more and start your net-zero journey.

The largest study to date into unlocking energy flexibility using technologies in UK homes has concluded, with the findings suggesting that electricity demand could be lowered by up to 10% this decade if such tech was installed at scale.

10/02/2022

'While the setting of net-zero targets is welcome, concerns have been raised across the green economy that businesses aren’t backing these ambitions with credible action plans.'

The issue: all businesses will have to begin setting out action plans, with achievable goals, to transition to net-zero by 2050.

How to do that can feel overwhelming - where does a business start? But there are small steps which can be taken in the short term to help begin that journey.

Businesses cannot optimise energy costs and cut down emissions until they understand how their building(s) consumes energy, and how its occupants use the space.

8AV's unified smart technology can address the challenge. Contact us today to learn more and start your net-zero journey.

A survey of more than 4,500 chief executives has found that only the minority has overseen the creation of a net-zero target for their organisation, while separate research suggests that less than half of the UK's C-suite leaders believe their bos...

08/02/2022

'A survey of hundreds of UK-based SMEs has revealed a drop in the proportion positioning environmental sustainability and a priority issue in the short-term, with Covid-19 and the energy price crisis taking precedence.'

The issue: all businesses will have to begin setting out a plan, with achievable goals, to transition to net-zero by 2050.

How to do that can feel overwhelming, but there are small steps which can be taken now to help start that journey.

Businesses cannot optimise energy costs and cut down emissions until they understand how their building(s) and its occupants use the space and consume energy.

8AV's unified smart technology can address the challenge. Contact us today to learn more and start your net-zero journey.

A survey of hundreds of UK-based SMEs has revealed a drop in the proportion positioning environmental sustainability and a priority issue in the short-term, with Covid-19 and the energy price crisis taking precedence.

27/01/2022

Edie recently launched its new business report on green policy and it maps out the lay of the land for green policy and environmental regulations.

One of the key factors for most businesses will be to understand how their corporate workspace/s consume energy, and that cannot be achieved without first understanding how the workspace is used by its occupants.

8AV can make this happen through the use of occupancy sensors and AI-backed technology to assemble and manage the data effectively.

Contact us to learn more and start your journey to net-zero.

edie has today (26 January) launched a new business guide summarising how green policy developments over the last 12 months has reshaped efforts to deliver net-zero emissions.

26/01/2022

What is your business doing to ensure it transitions to net-zero?

Many companies need to significantly optimise their energy costs and cut down emissions, but this cannot be achieved until they understand how their buildings and workspace' consume energy in line with occupants’ behaviour.

8AV has both the experience and technology to address the challenge. Contact us today to learn more and start your net-zero journey.

11/01/2022

Better customer engagement is something the hospitality industry has been working on for a number of years, and Covid has meant many operators have had to rethink they way they interact with their customers.

Technology greatly enhances the way a customer engages with a hotel, and also affords opportunities learn more about the customer, their preferences and their habits. It doesn't have to be, and shouldn't, be a detractor!

At 8AV we have the experience and the technology to significantly improve the customer journey, and help a hotel improve its value proposition.

Contact us to learn more!



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One of the industries hardest hit by COVID-19 has to be the hospitality industry. People postponed vacations, business travel ground to a halt, conferences and conventions went virtual. | The challenge for hotels is to create a great customer experience when there is less direct engagement with gues...

04/01/2022

"Sustainability is now a key requirement for both travellers and investors."

How is your hospitality business going to achieve the ESG and Sustainability goals required in the years ahead?

8AV offers a variety of solutions to enable the move to net-zero, from space planning and air quality monitoring, to digitised hospitality management that enhances the customer experience alongside reductions in the carbon footprint of a business.

Our team is available to help answer the big questions, and create a structured plan to suit the needs of your business.



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Insight Comment It is no longer acceptable for the hospitality industry to simply talk about environmental, social, and governance priorities. Owners, governments, customers, suppliers, consumers want action. Relatively small initiatives will make it easier to show commitment to the new priorities.....

16/12/2021

"For hotel businesses and the investors who own real estate, a portfolio’s value will begin to be influenced by the energy-efficiency and carbon footprint of buildings."

Despite the economic fallout of Covid-19, many firms are willing to prioritise investment in environmental sustainability alongside improvements to the customer journey, to build long-term resilience – what they need is information on how to maximise the benefits of this spending, and help to implement the changes required.

We know that businesses cannot optimise energy costs and reduce emissions until they understand how their building management systems consume energy in line with occupants’ behaviour. Energy savings can also be made by implementing smarter ways of managing the guest rooms, and streamlining the customer journey.

8AV has the experience and the technology to address these challenges. Contact us today to learn more.



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The hospitality industry employs 11 per cent of the working planet, however just one per cent of roles directly linked to sustainability are employed in the sector. Hospitality is also a significant contributor to carbon emissions as, by its nature, the buildings, energy and materials to deliver ...

14/12/2021

HSBC recently launched a £500m green fund for SMEs.

The fund will help small & medium-sized businesses decarbonise and invest in green initiatives.

We know that businesses cannot optimise energy costs and reduce emissions until they understand how their building energy management systems consume energy in line with occupants’ behaviour. 8AV have the technology to address that challenge.

So, if your business needs financial help to begin the net-zero journey, why not have a read of the linked article, and then contact us to learn more about the options we have available.

UK banking giant has launched a new £500m green funding initiative to help small and medium-sized businesses decarbonise and invest in green initiatives.

03/11/2021

"Despite the economic fallout of Covid-19, many firms are willing to prioritise investment in environmental sustainability to build long-term resilience – what they need is information on how to maximise the benefits of this spending."

What is your business doing to ensure the transition to net-zero by 2050?

Businesses cannot optimise energy costs and cut down emissions until they understand how their building energy management systems consume energy in line with occupants’ behaviour.

8AV has both the experience and technology to address the challenge. Contact us today to learn more and start your net-zero journey.

Most UK businesses have "one foot in and one foot out" on sustainability, with more than half (59%) unprepared to meet the Government's legally binding 2050 net-zero target, new research covering almost 2,000 firms has found.