At Chekin we are passionate about technology, that is why we always bring you the latest developments in the sector every day, and that will undoubtedly make your vacation accommodation one of the best, most up-to-date and interesting to discover. We always say that in the future technology will transform everything, from the simplest to the most complex processes, but the truth is that, the future is today, more and more we see the implementation of tools that we previously considered could only appear in programs such as futurama or fictional movies. A few years ago, to think that a guest could enter a home just by taking a photo, and that with this the income systems would be activated, that all their data could be obtained and, furthermore, it would not require the presence of a host, it was considered crazy, but today biometrics and remote access are becoming increasingly popular, to the point that in a few months it could be one of the necessary elements for all vacation rentals.
That is why today we want to share with you the 4 technological trends that every hotelier or host of a vacation home should know about:
1. Cloud growth
The services and features of this platform increase income generation. They also offer the opportunity to expand customer knowledge and empower digital transformation. Through cloud computing, it will be possible to reduce the execution times and cost of company processes, which will thus be more agile and efficient.
This is why they are so interested in hotels. In turn, according to a 2021 Eurostat Report, 22% of Spanish companies with more than 10 employees already use cloud services to carry out their activity. It is estimated that the percentage of Cloud Services penetration will exceed 80% in the year 2035, so it is important not to lose sight of it.
2. Digital ID
The increase in cyberattacks has made the system of identifying and protecting the user through passwords an outdated and vulnerable formula. Faced with this situation, biometrics is becoming the best solution. So much so, that global spending on the identity verification market will grow exponentially to more than $18 billion by 2027, according to Statista. Among the various alternatives we find voice biometrics as an identification tool for employees, especially those who are teleworking and do not come to the office in person. In the case of facial biometrics, hotels will surely implement it more and more to access their services or facilities.
3. More blockchain
In recent times we have seen how the blockchain has been installed in large companies. We cannot lose sight of the fact that it requires an investment of time, resources and effort, but neither do we know that its long-term advantages could represent a true revolution in numerous procedures and processes.
For the next decade, it is expected to continue developing towards different sectors, among which tourism will surely play a key role. For example, in its relationship with banking, which is one of the essential focuses of this technology. In this way, the management of bureaucratic processes could be improved and the level of privacy in these entities could be improved, so that transactions with clients are secure.
4. Cybersecurity as a maximum
Finally, and very much in line with what we have just seen, it is necessary to face the increase in attacks on supply chains, the clear trend of increasing ransomware against companies worldwide and the new work format hybrid.
Among the technological trends of digitization for the coming years are the Zero Trust strategies. Thanks to this technique, visibility and total control of all layers of a company are guaranteed, including those in the tourism sector, where it is necessary to be aware of what is happening with staff and guests.
Do not wait any longer and join the technological era, become an accommodation of the future.
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