iBahn Launches New Bandwidth Management Solution

iBahn, a global provider of digital entertainment and Internet products and services for hospitality and meeting industries, announced the global launch of its Bandwidth Management solution, offering dynamic and intelligent bandwidth management and the ability for properties to offer tiered Internet service levels to better meet guest demands.

 

Bandwidth demands continue to rise, driven by an increase in online users, their time spent online, and a rapid shift to bandwidth-intensive, multimedia applications. According to Internet consultancy Trendstream, broadband video is the fastest-growing medium in history, with recent comScore data showing that more than 1.5 billion minutes were spent watching live streaming video in July 2010 — a 600 percent year-over-year increase. As for recorded video, YouTube alone served up more than 40 billion minutes worth of video in a single month.

 

iBahn’s bandwidth management solution is easy to implement and generally does not require additional capital expenditures for equipment. Solid results from pilot installations showed that this solution can provide cost savings and other benefits for hotels.

 

iBahn works closely with hotels to determine the bandwidths standards needed; the bandwidth delivery options available and the most appropriate service and pricing tiers for guests based on current usage. This approach helps maximize the broadband investment and creates the opportunity to generate new revenue by offering different service levels. 

 

iBahn Bandwidth Management creates the opportunity for increased satisfaction and loyalty by offering guests a choice with tiered pricing and service. Guests are able to choose the level of service to suit their online needs. Properties can better allocate wired and wireless services, offset costs through new revenue, and gain flexibility to ensure the best fit both for the property and for its guests.