Imagine the day when you can check-in and choose your hotel room using your mobile phone. You may soon be able to do that at Hilton hotels, as the chain says it will offer digital check-in and room selection at 11 of its brands, across more than 4,000 properties. The service will be available to Hilton HHonors members in more than 80 countries, the company said. “We analyzed data and feedback from more than 40 million HHonors members, as well as guest surveys, social media posts, and review sites, and it’s clear that guests want greater choice and control,” said Geraldine Calpin, SVP and global head of digital at Hilton Worldwide, in a statement.
Smartphone apps are the most recent wave of technology to hit the electronic access control arena. And while smartphone technology is just gaining popularity, all electronic access control systems have a number of advantages, which is why many businesses are making the switch from mechanical keys. These systems allow tracking, increased security, compliance with industry and/or insurance standards and restriction of unauthorized access. They are convenient and, in the long run, cost efficient.