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Energy Savings Are Real, Achievable and Now Available to All! Jun 2, 2015: Energy reduction technologies and strategies will reduce labor, energy, and utility expenses. The cost reduction in these areas can positively affect P&L statements in 2012 and beyond. A change in the way a hotel utilizes energy is one of many sustainability initiatives that can reduce wasteful spending and increase bottom line revenue.

A few tips on successful planned maintenance at your Hotel Nov 7, 2014: A well thought out timeline for projects is critical due to the impact on guests and operations.
It is crucial to incorporate operations tasks within it.
Operations must remove operating elements from rooms before work begins and then re-organize all rooms before they are put back into service.

8 Ways this Housekeeping Supervisor has Created a Loyal and Super Successful Team Jul 25, 2014: Low turnover. High motivation. Superior product. What more can you ask?

You Can Build An Effective Bed Bug Trap For Under Ten Bucks ! by Paul Bello Jul 16, 2014: Constant challenges related to bed bug work include detection, discovery of hidden bed bugs and verification that an infestation has been successfully eliminated.

ADA REQUIRES REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION, NOT EMPLOYEE’S PREFERRED ACCOMMODATION Jun 25, 2014: With the EEOC presently pushing an enforcement agenda focusing, in part, on claims under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is important to keep in mind an often-underutilized legal principle when facing a failure-to-accommodate claim: the law requires only a reasonable accommodation, which is not necessarily the accommodation requested or preferred by the employee.

WATER CONSERVATION TIPS May 1, 2014: Water conservation is a critical problem in many sections of the nation, even where there is an abundance of water, the waste and cost of water service may impact the “bottom line.” This article offers a number of strategies to help your hospitality business.

Communicating with Guests who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing in Hotels Mar 5, 2014: Americans with Disabilities Act - An ADA Business BRIEF:

People who are deaf or hard of hearing use a variety of ways to communicate. Some rely on sign language interpreters or assistive listening devices; some rely primarily on written messages. Many can speak but are not able to hear words spoken by others. The method of communication and the services or aids hotel staff must provide will vary depending upon the abilities of the guest and on the complexity and nature of the communications that are required.

Bed Bugs; What’s Really Working ! By Paul J. Bello Jan 30, 2014: Bed bugs have been a featured topic at nearly every major industry meeting and magazine. In this article, over fourteen of the author's professional colleagues tell us what’s working for them.

Review Energy Management Strategies to Assist the Bottom Line Jan 27, 2014: The strong support of management is necessary for the energy conservation efforts to succeed. It must be more than “lip service.” The following article includes points that should be understood from the start.

How to take your Golf Course Operations to the Next Level Jan 26, 2014: Golf is an important recreational amenity in the hospitality industry. This checklist offers an overview of critical elements in improving your operations.

Common ADA Problems at Newly Constructed Lodging Facilities Jan 25, 2014: Introduction

Hotels, motels, inns, and other places of lodging designed and constructed after January 26, 1993 must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). To comply with the ADA and to make it possible for persons with disabilities to use lodging facilities like everyone else, lodging facilities must meet specific requirements set out in Justice Department regulation