YO! Sushi becomes first restaurant chain to join Facebook Deals

31-Jan-2011 - YO! Sushi has been selected as the only restaurant group to participate in the launch of Facebook Deals, a new way for organisations to reward users that “check in” with Facebook Places.

How to manage hotel distribution channels effectively

18-Jan-2011 - In a world of multi-channel marketing and distribution, hotels have multiple new revenue-building opportunities. But you must ensure your own direct channels remain the focus of your distribution strategy in order to succeed, says internet marketing firm Sabre Hospitality Solutions.

Ask the Experts: How can small businesses overcome online marketing barriers?

17-Jan-2011 - Paul West, managing director of marketing experts Ignite Hospitality, answers one readers question on how a small business can develop an online marketing presence.

Personalisation and technology key to future of hotels, finds report

12-Jan-2011 - The hotel environment is likely to change drastically over the next ten years and innovation based around each individual customer needs to be at the top of the agenda, according to a new report.

Mobile Sanyo projectors expand conference capabilities

06-Jan-2011 - Sanyo has launched three new mobile projectors for businesses looking to kit out their conference rooms at low cost.

New handheld EPoS terminal helps improve waiter efficiency

02-Dec-2010 - EPoS specialist Partner Tech has unveiled its latest handheld terminal for the hospitality industry, the OT-200.

Victoria pubs and restaurants launch online crime watch system

10-Nov-2010 - Restaurants, pubs and cafes in London Victoria are trialling a new crime reporting system that aims to create a crime watch network between businesses in order to deter potential thieves

Cash-counter claims to deter staff theft

23-Aug-2010 - Tellermate has launched a new cash-counting machine to the UK hospitality market, claiming the device helps to reduce staff theft

Win an iPad with Restaurant magazine

18-Aug-2010 - Name your favourite suppliers, products and brands, and you could be in with a chance of winning a brand new iPad

TISSL launch bespoke consultancy service

19-Jul-2010 - EPoS provider TISSL has introduced a bespoke consultancy service aimed at improving the efficiency, service and profitability of restaurants, bars and clubs

News in brief

New restaurant voucher app launched

07-Jul-2010 - Moneysupermarket.com is to launch an iPhone app that allows users to hunt for discount vouchers

Hospitality job search iPhone app launched

28-May-2010 - William Reed, publisher of BigHospitality, Restaurant magazine and The Grocer, has launched a job search application specifically for Apple devices, including the iPhone and iPad

Berkeley offers complimentary iPads to hotel guests

30-Apr-2010 - The Berkeley in Knightsbridge has kitted out select bedroom suites with Apple’s iPad ahead of the tablet’s launch in the UK next month

Agilysys launches self-service ordering software

23-Mar-2010 - Hospitality software provider Agilysys has launched a new online ordering system designed to boost sales and encourage repeat business

OpenTable launches iPhone app

17-Mar-2010 - OpenTable has launched an application for the iPhone in a bid to cater for the growing number of smartphone users and help restaurants reach more customers

Hotelympia Innovation Award winners revealed

02-Mar-2010 - A selection of products described as ‘the answers to some of the greatest challenges we face’ have been recognised at the Hotelympia Innovation Awards across four categories, Design, Equipment, Food & Drink, and Technology

The Future of EPoS: Going mobile

26-Feb-2010 - In the final instalment of our week-long feature on Electronic Point of Sale, Andrew Evans, managing director of Keystep, tells us we can expect to be going mobile in the future.

EPoS enhancements: Where you can go for the extras

25-Feb-2010 - Do you want your EPoS to work that little bit harder for you? Check out these products that can integrate with your existing EPoS or with their EPoS to offer you and your customers that little bit more.

Which EPoS system is right for your business?

24-Feb-2010 - With so many EpoS systems claiming to perform amazing tricks to boost your profits and quality of customer service, it can be hard to know which system is the right one for your business

How EPoS is working in restaurants, hotels and pubs

23-Feb-2010 - Ideal matches: Pizza Express, New Forest Hotels and The Glow lounge tell us about their perfect EPoS systems.

What is EPoS?

22-Feb-2010 - Like a lot of gadgets these days, Electronic Point of Sales (EPoS) systems can do some pretty amazing things. In fact, the installation of a decent EPoS system in a restaurant, pub or hotel business will not only help operators manage staffing, stock control and reservations, but ensure guests appreciate the speedy and accurate service that it helps deliver.

Electronic warning sign helps control pub noise levels

21-Dec-2009 - An electronic, noise-activated warning sign has been launched to help pub and restaurant operators keep noise levels within acceptable limits

Technology: Could you improve your bookings system?

03-Jun-2009 - BigHospitality finds some of the electronic systems on the market that will help you manage your reservations better and could also help the rest of your business run more smoothly