Infrasys POS recognized by Software Advice for Best Customer Support in 2026 as 24/7 Hospitality operations raise the bar

Shiji today announced that Infrasys POS, its enterprise point-of-sale solution, has been awarded the 2026 “Best Customer Support” badge by Software Advice. The recognition is based entirely on verified customer reviews from hospitality professionals and reflects Shiji’s focus on delivering dependable, responsive support for technology that underpins 24/7 hotel and restaurant operations.

Influence Society Partners with Familiar to Offer AI-Powered Guest CRM to Boutique and Lifestyle Hotels

PARIS, France. Influence Society, a leading digital marketing agency serving high-end hospitality brands, has announced a new strategic partnership with Familiar, an AI-first hotel CRM, bringing advanced guest relationship management to its portfolio of boutique and independent hotel clients. Familiar’s AI-native CRM platform will now be integrated as a core component of Influence Society’s marketing stack, empowering hotels to activate their guest data through automated personalization and performance-led campaigns.

Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, and the Essential Need for More Human Intelligence in Talent Acquisition Strategies

Algorithm-based applicant tracking systems (ATS) have been in place for over 20 years. Recruiters have generally come to rely on the algorithms to find the most qualified talent for the specific roles that are being filled. AI is exposing the weaknesses in ATS applicant ranking and selection. The odds are that top candidates are being ignored because of this strategy and sent to the “Thank you for applying” waste field of untapped talent buried in the applicant database. Talent acquisition strategies and tactics need to have a human intervention that mines the forgotten treasure of talent that is sitting in ATS platform databases.

The Difference Between a Proactive and Reactive Customer Service and CX Strategy

The definition of a proactive customer experience is simple. The company reaches out to the customer before they call about a problem. Sometimes the customer doesn’t even know there is a problem. For example, an Internet provider may experience an outage and send text messages to its customers with ongoing updates. That shows the company is watching out for the customer, and while customers may not love that there is a problem, they love the information and have confidence that the company is doing something about it.

Redefining Iconic: Introducing Iconic Hotels & Resorts

L+R, the global real estate and hospitality investment group, announces the debut of Iconic Hotels & Resorts, marking the evolution of the legacy brand and platform Iconic Luxury Hotels. Built from the combined heritage of Iconic Luxury Hotels and L+R Hotels, Iconic Hotels & Resorts is designed to elevate each property’s distinct character while delivering exceptional service, memorable guest experiences, and owner-aligned performance. Backed by L+R’s discretionary capital, Iconic Hotels & Resorts’ initial portfolio spans 5 countries, creating a market-leading platform that can support a robust pipeline and future growth initiatives by partnering with other third-party owners and capital partners.