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IDeaS, a SAS company and provider of hospitality revenue management software, announced the launch of its cutting-edge API data integration developer portal. This innovative platform is set to transform the hospitality technology landscape by enabling faster, more efficient data integrations and fostering unparalleled collaboration among technology providers across the ecosystem.

With the introduction of this state-of-the-art developer portal, IDeaS has redefined the process of connecting external technology providers to its industry-leading revenue management system (RMS). The portal offers seamless access to essential resources, including comprehensive technical documentation, and empowers technology partners to test connectivity, data exchange, and ensure scalability. This fosters a dynamic and collaborative environment for delivering and adopting groundbreaking capabilities – enabled through connectivity between IDeaS and our partners’ solutions.

Additional key benefits of IDeaS’ revolutionary new API developer portal include:

• Streamlined Integration: Developers can now access a flexible, modern JSON RESTful API toolkit, along with detailed documentation and resources, ensuring seamless integration and significantly reducing time spent on planning, development, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Flexible Self-Service Tools: Partners have 24/7 access to all necessary resources, such as API keys, documentation, testing workflows, and support, enabling them to work independently without relying solely on IDeaS’ integration specialists.
• Centralized Communication: All updates, new features, and maintenance notifications are consolidated in one location, ensuring partners are immediately informed without needing direct outreach.
• Enhanced Security: Partners maintain control over secret key management, including provisioning, ensuring their sensitive data is protected and access to IDeaS resources remains secure.
• Performance Monitoring: Partners receive comprehensive analytics and usage metrics to monitor integration performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize applications.
• Efficiency and Scalability: The portal provides robust, self-service resources, including detailed documentation and automated testing. This allows partners to scale their integrations independently and minimize reliance on internal resources and operational overhead.
• Boosted Partner Innovation: The portal's active APIs, streamlined connections, and optimized interface performance empower partners to innovate more effectively, increasing API engagement, partner satisfaction, retention, and mutual success.

Bijal Shah, Vice President of Product Development for IDeaS, emphasized the transformative impact of the new portal: “This API developer portal isn't just about adding features; it's about fundamentally transforming how hospitality technology providers connect— bringing a platform to accelerate the delivery of innovative capabilities at scale for mutual hospitality and travel clients. We're breaking down the barriers restricting real-time collaboration, eliminating the 'integration maze,' and empowering partners to deliver modern, scalable connectivity quickly and efficiently. This portal is a leap forward, enabling seamless integrations that drive tangible business results.”

Designed with the needs of hotel technology partners in mind, IDeaS’ new API developer portal aims to reduce time to market and accelerate the hospitality partnership lifecycle by enhancing agility and decision-making across the entire tech stack.

To access the portal and learn more, visit https://ideas.com/about/partners/api.

Shift4 has acquired a majority stake in Vectron Systems AG, a European suppliers of point-of-sale (POS) systems to the restaurant and hospitality verticals. 

Based in Germany, Vectron has 65,000 POS locations across Europe, representing. Shift4 is expected to acquire additional ownership of Vectron through a public tender offer that is expected to conclude within the next month, with a de-listing and formal integration process to occur shortly thereafter.

The acquisition is expected to provide Shift4 with an expansive customer footprint across Europe as well as a distribution network of ~300 POS resellers. As a result of the acquisition, Shift4 believes it will be able to add its integrated payment services to current Vectron customers and products, while also empowering the sales force with a compelling all-in-one POS and payments solution unrivaled in Europe.

“Shift4 was at the forefront of the convergence between software and payments in the restaurant and hospitality verticals in the US. We see an incredible amount of demand for a similar all-in-one solution across Europe,” states Shift4 CEO Jared Isaacman. “With our integrated payments and SkyTab offering, we believe we have the best solution at the right price point. Vectron will provide valuable local expertise, infrastructure, and the distribution necessary to meet the demand. This acquisition is right out of the Shift4 playbook – enabling us to unlock synergies, expand our distribution, and monetize payments for a large existing install base.”

Completes Revel Systems Acquistion

In addition to the acquisition of Vectron, Shift4 has also completed its previously announced acquisition of Revel Systems. Revel has over 18,000 merchant locations across the United States and internationally which Shift4 estimates represents a $17B+ payment opportunity. Revel also has a direct sales and dealer distribution network which Shift4 believes can be leveraged to accelerate SkyTab distribution both domestically and abroad. 

Shift4 has signed a definitive arrangement agreement to acquire Givex Corp., a global provider of gift cards, loyalty programs and point-of-sale solutions. 

The Arrangement Agreement is subject to customary closing conditions and the transaction is expected to be completed in the fourth quarter of this year. 

With across more than 100 countries, Givex serves a wide range of businesses in various industries, including 7-Eleven, Wendy’s, Best Western, Texas Roadhouse. 

The company offers robust gift card and e-gift solutions as well as customizable loyalty programs, and a point-of-sale (POS) system for various business types, among other value-added services.

 “Givex has a considerable footprint around the world which will dramatically increase Shift4’s overall customer base,” states Shift4 President Taylor Lauber. “At the same time, their gift card and loyalty solutions are second to none and will add significant value for our current customers, creating stickier relationships andh 130,000+ active locations enhancing our overall value proposition. Similar to other deals we have recently completed, this acquisition aligns perfectly with how we like to deploy capital – adding blue-chip merchants at a low customer acquisition cost while delivering additional benefits to our customer base.” 

“The Givex team looks forward to joining the Shift4 family and bring our enterprise gift card capabilities and loyalty programs to hundreds of thousands of new customers,” says Don Gray, CEO of Givex. “By combining Shift4’s end-to-end payment solution with our value-added engagement services, we can deliver an unparalleled package to both of our customer bases.”  

HotelPORT, (www.hotelport.co) a provider of hospitality technology solutions, is excited to announce its partnership with Daitrix to launch ReputationAI, a groundbreaking platform designed to transform how hotels, restaurants, and spas manage their online reputation. This innovative solution leverages cutting-edge artificial intelligence to provide businesses with actionable insights and tools to enhance guest satisfaction and operational excellence.

ReputationAI is poised to disrupt the hospitality industry by offering a comprehensive suite of features that monitor and analyze customer feedback in real-time. This allows businesses to respond swiftly and effectively, ensuring that guest experiences are consistently elevated. By integrating advanced technology with a user-friendly interface, ReputationAI empowers businesses to maintain integrity and excellence in their operations.

"At HotelPORT, we are committed to delivering solutions that benefit our partners by enhancing their service capabilities and driving growth," said Fred Bean, Founder & CEO of HotelPORT. "Our collaboration with Daitrix reflects our dedication to innovation and excellence, ensuring that our clients can meet the evolving needs of their guests with confidence and integrity."