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Is the RFP Dead? Long Live Next Evolution of Booking

Smart Meetings

Editor’s Note: This article is the second part of Smart Meetings December 2021 issue Dash of Smart column. . Requests for Proposals (RFPs) are just getting longer, more prolific and, too often, ignored. was greater not only than compared to March 2021 (7.2), but more than pre-pandemic (7.6). An Automated Future .

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Hackathon Points to More Biases in Twitter Algorithm

Convene by PCMA

The event, run entirely by volunteers, also offered an online version. He was reviewing another Times story about bias being discovered in other automated systems, including: The algorithm that calculates credit quotas for Apple’s credit card may give higher limits to men than to women. The institute extended the deadline until Sept.

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The 10-Step Guide to Nonprofit Event Planning

Social Tables

From online community awareness campaigns to out-of-the-box nonprofit event planning ideas, thoughtful preparation can help increase the success of fundraising activities. They will connect with the press, generate buzz for the fundraiser, send invitations, create email campaigns, and advertise the event (both online and offline).

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Sustainable Travel: Opportunities Digital Technology Provides for a Greener Business

AltexSoft Travel

A 2021 survey by Virtuoso revealed that 70 percent of respondents believe that traveling sustainably enhances their experience. In 2021, it declared that it aims to return to the position in the next 5 years. To learn more about IoT, automation, and other smart hotel technologies, check our recent post.

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Self-Service Technologies in Travel: End-to-End Solutions for Independent Travelers

AltexSoft Travel

There are capsule hotels in Japan that are almost entirely staff-free and automated passport control has been implemented in selected airports in Europe and Asia. Back then, self-service used to simply mean “without a travel agent”, and in 2020, with up to 80 percent of travelers booking directly online – it’s a norm.

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Travel Fraud Protection: Key Types of Travel Scam, Protective Measures, and Software to Consider

AltexSoft Travel

percent in 2020 due to pandemic restrictions, in 2021, the industry saw a rise up to 6.1 And everyone knows that fraudsters won’t be far behind from where money is, especially when most transactions happen online. On the flip side, the increased flow of money online has provided more opportunities for fraudsters.

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How Hospitality Brands are Using Chatbots

AltexSoft Travel

In April of 2016, social media giant, Facebook launched a chatbot service that acts like a virtual assistant allowing businesses to provide automated customer service, deliver content, and come up with an interactive experience to their customers. In fact, more than half of consumers prefer businesses that use chat apps.