Networking

A streamlined connection process makes it easier for Starwood guests to connect to the Internet at high-speeds while also creating a valuable in-room marketing touch point.

Smartcard technology gives IT managers ability to control employee access to facilities, network access, on-site cashless transactions

Webgate version 40 includes controls for more than 100 applications and protocols

The Bluetooth Special Interest Group wants Bluetooth operating over high-bandwidth 802.11 WiFi by 2009. That means fast Internet connections and high powered downloads. Sounds like just the type of cutting-edge tech that you'd be proud to put in the hands of your guests. But as telecom analyst Teresa Cottam discovered during her investigation, the hospitality industry should carefully consider its entry into this market.

Agreement with Wayport will install HSIA at all Wyndham Vacation Resorts and its affiliates

Touchscreen phones integrate with Renaissance Montgomery POS, PMS; guests can book reservations, check stocks and weather, view city maps and more

PCI-compliant broadband service to support Web ordering, POS, credit card processing

System integration is a key pain point for any lodging operation given the vast number of systems that any one property runs and the number of vendors required to install, service and support those systems.