The truth behind artificial intelligence

The truth behind artificial intelligence

With new technology reshaping the workplace and changing the way we do business, two experts discuss the effect artificial intelligence is having on the hospitality industry.

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Handling no-shows at restaurants

Handling no-shows at restaurants

No-shows can have an enormous effect on business, especially those within the F&B sector. Almir Ambeskovic, CEO of TheFork, looks at ways restaurants can minimize the number of clients that simply don’t show up.

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America’s great restaurant rebound

America’s great restaurant rebound

Like elsewhere, the United States’ restaurant sector has had a tough time responding to the seemingly endless challenges posed by Covid-19. However, interesting trends are emerging, as Rod Clough, President of HVS Americas, explains.

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IATA: 2020 was the worst year for the travel industry

IATA: 2020 was the worst year for the travel industry

According to the IATA, the Middle East suffered the largest loss in passenger traffic, with a drop of 71.5 percent in RPKs versus 2019.

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Solution: How to recruit in the digital age in an agile way

Solution: How to recruit in the digital age in an agile way

The recruitment industry has been re-established without any doubt, with AR, VR and a plethora of AI-based technologies being used.

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Could the global economy lose USD 4 trillion?

Could the global economy lose USD 4 trillion?

UNCTAD and UNWTO’s report said that international tourism and its linked sectors have suffered an estimated loss of USD 2.4 trillion in 2020.

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Exclusive report: Magical Morocco

Exclusive report: Magical Morocco

For many travelers, a holiday represents a dreamlike escape. Rishabh Thapar, director of HVS’s Middle East and Africa team, tells us why Morocco is hitting all the high notes with explorers looking for something a little different.

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Hotel franchising in the Middle East

Hotel franchising in the Middle East

Christopher Lund, head of hotels – Colliers MENA, discusses the latest developments and how franchising agreements are changing.

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Global versus regional F&B trends

Global versus regional F&B trends

The Middle East is renowned for its prowess in introducing foreign cuisines locally, but which ones really stand out? Nagi Morkos, founder and managing partner at Hodema consulting services, dishes up the hottest food trends in the region.

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Rethinking your approach to budgeting

Rethinking your approach to budgeting

The Covid-19 pandemic broke out when most hotels had just begun implementing their 2020 budget, and very quickly things spiraled out of control. Consultant Chirine Salha tackles the topic of budgeting in uncertain times and provides tips on financial planning in a crisis.

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