Technology Strategies for the Hospitality Industry (2nd Edition) - Softcover

Nyheim, Peter D.; Connolly, Daniel J.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0135038022 ISBN 13: 9780135038024

Publisher: Pearson, 2011

Synopsis

TECHNOLOGY STRATEGIES FOR THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY, 2/e examines technology strategies for the hospitality industry. Exceptionally practical in approach, this edition includes a new chapter on technology in the casino industry and a new chapter on technology for meetings and events. A separate chapter is devoted to planning and investment as students learn what technology exists and how to use it succeed in the hospitality business.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Real-World Application

Through corporate involvement and detailed presentation, Technology Strategies for the Hospitality Industry is a partnership book between industry and academia, which provides the reader with a current and thorough text on the hospitality industry's technical side, in an easy-to-follow format.

Core Concepts and Industry Specifics

This eleven-chapter text is divided into two parts. Part one provides the future manager with a rock-solid foundation of technical themes from hardware and software, to networks and security. Part two details departmental-specific applications such as restaurant management systems and global distribution systems, as well as strategies for business intelligence and system procurement decisions.

About the Author:

Peter D. Nyheim is an instructor of technology in Drexel University's Department of Hospitality Management.

Francis M. McFadden is an associate professor in Drexel University's Department of Hospitality Management.

Daniel J. Connolly is an assistant professor in Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management, and Information Technology and Electronic Commerce at the University of Denver.

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 0135038022
• ISBN 13: 9780135038024
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 288