HOSHIZAKI AND EASY ICE TEAM ON SUBSCRIPTION SERVICE
Hoshizaki joined Easy Ice to offer an ice machine subscription program available exclusively through Hoshizaki ’ s dealer network .
Ice Makers by the Month features a new Hoshizaki ice maker combined with preventive maintenance , repairs , cleaning and sanitizing for a monthly fee . The subscription , which requires no long-term commitments
Hoshizaki and
Easy Ice partnered on an ice machine subscription program .
or credit checks , is effectively a lifetime guarantee on the equipment performance and even covers the cost of ice supply should the machine break down . More information about the service is at icemakersbythemonth . com .
IN BRIEF
z Alto-Shaam promoted Matthew Pugh to regional sales manager , covering the Mid-South region . z Tim Sullivan is president and chief executive officer of Cendyn . Cendyn also named Brad Noe chief technology officer and Dave Morgan chief financial officer . z Manitowoc introduced the Indigo NXT model IT0300 , designed to deliver simplicity , sanitation , energy efficiency and reliability .
Modio provides a
MODIO ADDRESSES GUESTROOM NOISE soothing background
Within weeks of Lido House , Autograph Collection ’ s sound , opening in Newport Beach , California , the property allowing guests to received noise complaints in 90 % of its guest comments . The property ’ s director of rooms reached control acoustic out to Modio for assistance . Modio quickly reduced ambiance . noise issues at the property , moving noise issues from first to fifth place in Medallia scores .
Modio provides a continuous soothing background sound , allowing guests to control acoustic ambiance as they would temperature and lighting . The sound is similar to soft airflow , designed for comfort and engineered to cover a variety of hotel noises . To find out more about how Modio reduced noise complaints at Lido House , visit modio . audio / site _ files / content / documents / modio _ cs _ marriott _ lido _ house . pdf .
LUMINICE II GUARDS AGAINST VIRUSES IN ICE MACHINES
Manitowoc ’ s LuminIce II is an internal , fully integrated solution that guards ice machines against viruses and bacteria . The product works through a combination of a germicidal grade UVC light and UVV light to emit cold oxygen plasma into the ice maker ’ s food zone , defending against airborne viruses while inhibiting bacteria growth within the machine .
According to Manitowoc , other benefits include savings on cleanings , easier preventive maintenance , reduced descaling and sanitation time , improved machine performance and longevity and better tasting ice . LuminIce II can be ordered pre-installed on 26 of the Indigo NXT models , or added as a plug-and-play aftermarket kit .
REVENUE MATTERS , MPA DIGITAL MERGE
In a drive to maximize revenue for hospitality clients , Revenue Matters merged with MPA Digital , which has more than 30 years of CRM and loyalty marketing experience serving independent properties . The new entity will operate under the Revenue Matters name .
“ For three years , Revenue Matters partnered closely with MPA Digital resulting in significant revenue increases for luxury , independent properties ,” said Trevor Stuart-Hill , president , Revenue Matters . “ We ’ ve proven hotels benefit most when revenue strategy and marketing work in harmony . Now we are fully integrated .”
“ Research shows hotels with the most loyal customers are the most profitable ,” said Madigan Pratt , president , MPA Digital . “ The most effective way to create loyal customers is by applying our disciplined approach to CRM . Clients embracing this approach see dramatic profit increases .”
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