Current and Future Hospitality Technologies

This course aims to bring the hospitality information systems and technology world into the Tisch Center for Hospitality and Tourism and create the next generation of tech-savvy hoteliers needed to meet the challenges of the digital world. The course builds technology skills and practical knowledge that is necessary to operate, succeed and stay competitive in today¿s tech-enabled hospitality industry. The course addresses the Hotel Management Technology, including Property Management Systems (PMS), Point of Sale (POS) Restaurant Systems, Self-Checking Technology, Back Office Automation, Concierge Technology, Guest Services Tech, etc.; Revenue Management Technology, including Revenue Management Systems (RMS), Rate Shopping Technology, Group and Travel Demand Business Intelligence (BI), etc.; Distribution Technology, including Global Distribution Systems (GDS), Central Reservation Systems (CRS), Website Booking Engines (WBE), Channel Management Technology, Hotel Switch and API Technology, Online Travel Agency (OTA) Technology, etc.; Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Technology, including Guest Data Management (DMP) Technology, Guest Communication Technology, Marketing Automation, Loyalty/Guest Recognition Technology, Online Reputation Management Technology, Data Security Technology, etc.; Digital Marketing Technology, including Website Technology, Content Management System (CMS) Technology, Cloud Hosting Technology & Security, Social Media Technology, Web Analytics Technology, SEO Technology, Programmatic Technology, Demand Side Platform (DSP) Technology, Email Marketing (ESP) Technology, etc.; Next Generation Technologies already making their way into hospitality.