Four Things to Keep in Mind When Renovating a Hotel

The process and steps involved in any type of renovation project can be overwhelming to even the most experienced project manager.  However, no matter how inundating the renovation experience is, a good project manager knows how to stay on task.  Below are a few things to keep in mind when undergoing a renovation project, no matter how big or small.

Number 1: Planning is key – It is important to make sure that every task involved with the project is outlined fully.  That means coming up with “what if” scenarios, as well as ensuring all materials related to each task are properly stated.

Number 2: Fixtures are Important – Do not skimp on the fixtures.  While high-end, quality fixtures can seem quite expensive, not investing in this important feature can cost the hotel in the future in terms of lower guest visits and room bookings.

Number 3: Budgeting is necessary – Having a clear budget is the difference between the renovation being a success or a costly failure.  It is critical that the project managers, contractors, and owners are on the same page in regards to how much the project should cost.  Many wonderful project management software programs are available with helpful budgeting templates.

Number 4: The little details matter – Guests notice everything, and when undergoing a renovation project, so should the project managers and owners.  When a hotel is updated, guests expect a “Wow” factor, and it is the responsibility of everyone involved in the project to ensure that happens.

Jaguar Hospitality, a leader in hospitality renovations, brought this update to you.  To learn more about their luxury hospitality renovations and project management services, contact them at (214) 295-3570.

Our Innovative Procurement Process Saves You Time, Money, and Peace of Mind

Recognized as one of the nation’s Top Purchasing Firms three years in a row, Jaguar Hospitality is at the cutting edge of Hospitality Renovations. Not only do we offer innovative and state-of-the-art solutions to enhancing your hospitality business, but we utilize specially designed tools to help make the process as timely, cost-effective, and streamlined as possible.

As a full-service project management and purchasing company, our Hospitality Renovation Services cover every aspect of a given project, including capital budgeting, procurement analysis, specification review, bidding, purchasing, management, and more. Thus, we’re your convenient one-top shop for all hospitality needs, saving you the trouble of dealing with expensive and complex networks of contractors.

In order to maximize your capital investments and save you money, we coordinate the procurement, delivery, and installation of everything your project will need, from furniture to fixtures. By working with only the most reliable and affordable partners, and applying the latest technology and management techniques, we guarantee a great process.

Jaguar Hospitality is also very careful about who we work with. We partner with only the best designers, contractors, and suppliers on the market, acting on your behalf to complete your project within our agreed-upon budget. In fact, from the moment we open your first order, we maintain an item listing for future reorders and prepare an itemized OS&E budget – in other words, no surprise cost overruns.

Furthermore, we recognize the importance of transparency, and thus empower you to take matters into your own hand. Our clients enjoy access to accurate and timely reporting through our innovative 24/7 reporting line, which is based on our own propriety web-based management system. Because it operates on a cloud server, it can be accessed on any device that has web access, allowing you to check up on your project whenever you want.

These services are available for viewing on our website, but if you’d like to learn more, don’t hesitate to call us at (214) 295-3574.

Spruce Up Your Hospitality Space for the Holidays

As the guests start to spill in for the Holidays, and as the impact of technology is increasingly making its mark in the industry, hotel owners in the United States are increasing their spending on improvements to their properties this year, upgrading guest rooms, restaurants, technology and other amenities. TripAdvisor has recently revealed that, according to a poll, 85% of travelers take their smart phones with them on vacation. The article states that the “TripBarometer survey polled travelers from 22 different countries around the world¹ on mobile and social trends. The survey found that nearly two-thirds of U.S. travelers (61%) report using social media while on vacation. Forty-six percent (46%) of that group—nearly half of the travelers who use social media—cited a fear of missing out on news from their friends and families as a reason for staying connected.”

Also, travelers now expect to find hotel rooms equipped with the same amenities that they have at home, whether it is a flat-screen television, Wi-Fi or broadband Internet access, said Steven Kent, lodging analyst at Goldman Sachs. What does this mean for your hotel? Well, the same article also indicated that “more travel industry professionals will leverage technology to engage consumers in 2014, as 53 percent (53%) of global hoteliers and 46 percent (46%) of U.S. hoteliers plan to expand their mobile offerings. That's up from 36 percent (36%) of worldwide hoteliers and 37 percent (37%) of American hoteliers who say they prioritized mobile marketing this year.”

There is no doubt that marketing your hotel is important, and to make your brand standout, you need to make your hotel stand out. Keeping your hotel pristine, upgraded, and looking new and luxurious is pivotal. For your next Hotel Renovations project, trust the whole process to Jaguar Hospitality. We are a project management and purchasing company dedicated to maximizing our clients’ return on their capital investments by providing solutions for new builds or small to major refurbishment projects.

For more information on Jaguar Hospitality Services, call us today at (214) 295-3574.