Smartphones and smart devices have undoubtedly revolutionized virtually every aspect of how people interact with the world around them today. Travel and hospitality are certainly no exceptions. As Tim Shea of ASSA ABLOY Hospitality writes, mobile access technology has almost instantly become a game changer in how guests connect with hotel services to tailor an experience that best suits their needs.

Springer-Miller Systems, the leading provider of guest-centric hospitality management systems is proud to announce that Cabot Links has chosen the SMS|Host Hospitality Management System for their resort in the town of Inverness, Nova Scotia, Canada. Nestled along the breathtaking shoreline of Cape Breton, on the North West Coast of Nova Scotia, Cabot Links consists today of a 48-room luxury resort. The Cabot Links golf course was designed by Rod Whitman, and the Cabot Cliffs golf course designed by Bill Coore & Ben Crenshaw represents Canada's only true links golf destination and was recently named the Best New Course in North America by Golf Digest. The SMS|Host Hospitality Management System enables Cabot Links to fully integrate their resort operations. In addition to the property management system, the SMS|Golf Tee Time Scheduling and SMS|Owner Fulfillment modules provide the functionally to allow important guest information to flow freely throughout the property allowing Cabot Links' staff to devote their energy to each guest for a seamless and personalized experience. "In moving forward with SMS|Host, we found a PMS system that has continued to improve and provide the very best in Guest Centric functionality for over 30 years." commented Andrew Alkenbrack, General Manager of Cabot Links. Springer-Miller's Secure Payments Solution utilizes P2PE (Point to Point Encryption) technology to ensure the highest level of credit card security for guests at Cabot Links. In addition, Cabot Links will take advantage of Springer-Miller's 24/7 global support system with operations centers in Las Vegas, London, Toronto, and Kuala Lumpur to ensure a worry free technology experience. To stay a step ahead and save time in training of employees, Cabot Links will utilize Springer-Miller's eLearning system, SMS|Springboard. "In Springer-Miller we have a partner for our future technology direction. Springer-Miller is a company that not only listens to our needs, but also provides the people that can make it happen," commented Alkenbrack. "We're thrilled to welcome Cabot Links to the SMS|Host family of world class resorts," commented Victor Vesnaver, Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing for Springer-Miller Systems. "Cabot Links is a breathtaking venue and offers a spectacular resort experience, and SMS|Host represents the ideal solution for their operation given the breadth and sophistication of the property. We look forward to doing our part to help Cabot Links achieve the operational efficiencies they seek and the extraordinary guest services for which they have become known." About Cabot LinksLocated in the town of Inverness on the northwest coast of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Cabot Links is Canada's first and only true links golf course. Recently awarded the Number 1 spot on Canadian Golf Magazine's "Top 100 Courses in Canada". Also awarded a spot on both the Golf Digest's "World 100 Greatest Golf Courses" (No.42) and Golf Magazine's "Top 100 Golf Courses in the World" (No.82), the Rod Whitman design incorporates the rugged Nova Scotian landscape, dramatic seaside, undulating terrain and sandy soil. Opened on June 29, 2012, Cabot Links features 18 holes of challenging links golf, 48 rooms at the Cabot Links Lodge, exquisite dining at Panorama Restaurant and Cabot Bar in the Clubhouse and the Cabot Public House. Visit https://www.cabotlinks.com/ for more information. About Springer-Miller SystemsSince it was founded in 1984 in Stowe, Vermont, Springer-Miller Systems has been an innovator for the finest hotels, resorts and spas worldwide. Springer-Miller offers the SMS|Host Hospitality Management System the first guest-centric property management system, and SpaSoft®, a fully integrated, dynamic activities management/scheduling software solution. Springer-Miller has led the move to cloud technology with the ATRIO® PMS, next-generation property management technology that is revolutionizing the industry by moving hospitality to the cloud, creating a new user experience and a new way of doing business. Visit www.springermiller.com for more information. ###

Hotel Technology Next Generation (HTNG) announces the successful collaboration of hospitality and vendor members utilizing HTNG standards to encrypt and securely transmit guests' personal financial data. This collaboration to address guest security is an example of the HTNG Success Story; an opportunity for HTNG vendor members to share successful hotel installations, noting how HTNG standards were utilized to improve various aspects of a hotel environment.

Every time the world is going to change, managers call for statutory regulations to secure their own status. For quite some time, lobbyists have been trying to torpedo the Sharing Economy, a phenomenon reflecting our changing society. Taxi companies and the hospitality should no be affected by Uber, Airbnb & Co. But is this the right approach? Is it smart to ignore the changes and call for regulations? Wouldn't it be better to face the situation, despite the challenges some will not be able to cope with?

IDeaS Revenue Solutions, the leading provider of revenue management software solutions and advisory services, has demonstrated the exceptional return on investment for a leading UK hotel group, Macdonald Hotels & Resorts, after the successful implementation of IDeaS Revenue Management System (RMS).

CHICAGO – Hotel Technology Next Generation (HTNG), the membership association that unites the world's hospitality companies and technology innovators to solve industry challenges, announces the keynote speakers for the 2016 North American Conference.

prizeotel, a German hotel collection that provides guests with a modernistic approach to design, has selected ASSA ABLOY Hospitality to enhance security and convenience by implementing Mobile Access at its three locations in Bremen, Hamburg and Hannover. ASSA ABLOY Hospitality Mobile Access is a cutting-edge innovation that allows guests to use their own smart devices as digital room keys. At prizeotel, Mobile Access works in conjunction with VingCard Signature RFID door locks that have also been installed.

FASTBOOKING announced today that it has entered a multi-year partnership with SANTIKA INDONESIA Hotels & Resorts. FASTBOOKING is a leader in the e-commerce and digital marketing solutions for the hospitality industry. SANTIKA INDONESIA Hotels & Resorts, established in 1981 and managed by PT Grahawita Santika, owns and operates hotels across Indonesia and Singapore including the Santika, Santika Premiere, Amaris and The Royal Collection.

Guestline have launched a new integration to the Keez app to enable guests to check-in to their pre-assigned room and open their door from their smart phone. The app, which is integrated with Guestline's Rezlynx property management system, will improve check-in and out processes, saving guests time and effort and enhancing the overall guest experience. Meanwhile, the hotel will be able to reduce costs, drive repeat bookings and improve customer service.

Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR) today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Trust Group of Companies, a central reservations, revenue management and hotel marketing provider with a significant presence in EMEA and Asia Pacific. The acquisition will include Trust International, InnLink and Nexus.