It ’ s pretty simple according to Loxone : Building automation creates impressive guest experiences while increasing profitability . That ' s the basis behind its “ all-in-one solution ” that allows control of a hotel ’ s technical systems . “ A primary concern is increasing efficiency and reducing costs ,” said Rüdiger Keinberger , CEO of Loxone . Consider its campus in Austria : It saves 70 % on heating and cooling energy and 80 % on lighting energy compared to the industry average , Keinberger claimed . “ Automated systems create a unique ambience with
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perfectly coordinated lighting moods , soundscapes and a pleasant room climate in both rooms and public areas ,” he |
said , adding that when choosing a system , hoteliers should ask vendors questions , like how it can integrate with existing |
Rüdiger Keinberger , CEO , Loxone
technologies . “ Compatibility , scalability and user-friendliness play a decisive role ,” Keinberger said .
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➍ Telkonet |
In the realm of automation , it comes down to numbers ; specifically , the savings a hotel can achieve through the installation of smart technology . According to Italy-based Telkonet , and data from the 4,500 hotels that use its energy management system , automation increases operational efficiency , grows revenue , reduces costs and increases asset value . “ It streamlines processes ,” said Barbara Alvino , marketing manager for Telkonet , resulting in a 20 % reduction in labor hours and $ 300,000 in annual savings . “ Time saved |
Barbara Alvino , marketing manager , Telkonet
allows operators to focus on guest-centric activities ,” she said , adding that its EMS helps hotels achieve up to 37 % in energy savings alone or
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around $ 171,000 annually for a hotel with more than 1,000 rooms . All along , it adds value to the real estate , reportedly as much as 15 %. “ Automation |
not only improves energy efficiency but also provides a quick and tangible economic return for the property ,” Alvino said . |
70 hotelsmag . com Jan / Feb 2025 |