Marriott’s Contactless Hotel Kiosks

12-Apr-21 12:45

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Many technological and digital advances were fast-forwarded by COVID-19, with stores going online and new social media pages and websites popping up all over the place. In a hopeful twist for the hospitality industry, Marriott is charging ahead with brand new, shiny, contactless kiosks that eliminate the need for face-to-face check-ins or snack purchases.

Produced by: Christine Wong

Presented by: Christine Wong and Audrey Raj

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Categories: Personal Development, Entrpreneurship, SME

Tags: Contactless, no-touch technology, hotel, hospitality, travel, tourism,

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