Insights & Strategies for Independent Hoteliers.
Today’s Revenue Management Thought - ran for 4 years
Now I publish Monday Revenue Rethink each Monday
5 Revenue Management Mistakes
Costing You Money
Dynamic Pricing Myths
Holding Your Hotel Back
How to Compete with OTAs
Without Losing Margin
The Power of a
Balanced Channel Mix
Today's Revenue Management thought:-
The most valuable thing you can make is a mistake – you can’t learn anything from being perfect
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Today's Revenue Management thought:-
Up or down….. how’s your day going!
Experiencing a change in service providers can be a daunting task.
Today, I found myself feeling helpless after changing my mobile and WiFi providers, leaving me with no connection to the world.
It reminded me of the importance of uptime as a vital performance metric for any service provider.
We rely heavily on these systems to keep our day going, which is why having a plan of action for when things go wrong is crucial.
Whether it's for half an hour or half a day, being prepared can make all the difference.
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Today's Revenue Management thought:-
That’s it…… September is gone & we welcome October !
As we enter October, many destinations face a challenging month with shorter days and school breaks.
City properties are particularly affected, but don't let this get you down!
Take a deep dive into your numbers, analyse your competitors, and talk to your corporate clients.
Remember, lowering prices isn't always the answer.
With savvy strategies, these challenges can be overcome.
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Today's Revenue Management thought:-
“Always ask those thought awakening questions ”………
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Today's Revenue Management thought:-
Provoking “thoughts !! (part 4)
Certainly, revenue management is a complex and dynamic field that involves optimizing pricing and inventory to maximize revenue. Here are some thought-provoking ideas and considerations related to revenue management:
Sustainability and Revenue: Consider the role of revenue management in sustainable business practices. Can optimizing pricing and inventory also contribute to reducing waste and environmental impact?
COVID-19 and Revenue Management: The global pandemic disrupted traditional revenue management practices. Reflect on how businesses adapted and what long-lasting changes may result from this experience.
AI and Automation: As artificial intelligence and automation technologies advance, how might they reshape revenue management strategies and the roles of revenue managers?
These thought-provoking ideas should stimulate discussions and encourage hotels to think critically about their revenue management strategies in an ever-evolving business landscape.
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Today's Revenue Management thought:-
Provoking “thoughts !! (part 3)
Certainly, revenue management is a complex and dynamic field that involves optimizing pricing and inventory to maximize revenue. Here are some thought-provoking ideas and considerations related to revenue management:
Competitive Pricing Strategies: Analyze how businesses can use revenue management to gain a competitive edge. Are there innovative pricing strategies that can disrupt traditional industries and create new market leaders?
Regulatory and Legal Considerations: Explore the regulatory challenges that revenue management can face, particularly in industries like healthcare, where pricing can have significant social and ethical implications.
Data Privacy and Security: With the collection of vast amounts of customer data for revenue management purposes, there are significant concerns about data privacy and security. How can businesses responsibly manage and protect customer data while optimizing revenue?
These thought-provoking ideas should stimulate discussions and encourage hotels to think critically about their revenue management strategies in an ever-evolving business landscape.
Have a profitable week !
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Today's Revenue Management thought:-
Provoking “thoughts !! (part 2)
Certainly, revenue management is a complex and dynamic field that involves optimizing pricing and inventory to maximize revenue. Here are some thought-provoking ideas and considerations related to revenue management:
Customer Loyalty and Price Sensitivity: How does revenue management impact customer loyalty? Explore whether frequent price changes and discounts can lead to customer mistrust or, conversely, whether loyalty programs can mitigate the effects of price fluctuations.
Balancing Occupancy and Revenue: In industries like hospitality, airlines, and car rentals, there's a constant struggle to balance maximizing occupancy with optimizing revenue. Reflect on the trade-offs and strategies involved in this balancing act.
Long-Term vs. Short-Term Revenue: Revenue management often focuses on short-term gains, but what about the long-term impact on brand reputation and customer relationships? How can businesses strike a balance between immediate revenue and long-term sustainability?
These thought-provoking ideas should stimulate discussions and encourage hotels to think critically about their revenue management strategies in an ever-evolving business landscape.
Have a profitable week !
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Today's Revenue Management thought:-
Provoking “thoughts !! (part 1)
Certainly, revenue management is a complex and dynamic field that involves optimizing pricing and inventory to maximize revenue. Here are some thought-provoking ideas and considerations related to revenue management:
Price Discrimination and Fairness: Revenue management often involves price discrimination, where different customers pay different prices for the same product or service. Think about the ethical implications of this practice and whether it's fair to charge different prices to different customers based on factors like demand or timing.
Dynamic Pricing in Real Time: With the advent of big data and advanced algorithms, companies can adjust prices in real time based on various factors such as demand, competitor pricing, and even individual customer behavior. Contemplate the implications of such dynamic pricing on consumers and businesses.
Predictive Analytics: Revenue management heavily relies on predictive analytics to forecast demand and optimize pricing. Consider the challenges and benefits of using data-driven predictions to make pricing decisions, and how accurate these predictions really are.
These thought-provoking ideas should stimulate discussions and encourage hotels to think critically about their revenue management strategies in an ever-evolving business landscape.
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Today's Revenue Management thought:-
Creating “value” !!
Value-based pricing is a strategy that can be implemented in three steps to help hotels set prices that align with customer preferences and competitive forces.
The first step, customer driven value analysis, analyzes what customers want and establishes values for their wants.
The second step, competitive value analysis, compares how well different hotels satisfy guest requirements.
The final step, competitive value pricing, allows for the planning of pricing methods that take into account both competitive forces and how well customers value the guest stay experience.
Decisions about pricing depend upon a number of considerations, such as how aggressive your hotel wants to be in gaining market share or maximising profit.
By following these steps, hotels can set prices that are in line with customer preferences and competitive forces, ultimately leading to a more successful business.
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