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Syyaha
06-05-2025
- Business
- Syyaha
Rotana Books Oracle Cloud to Boost its Hotel Operations
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – May 6, 2025 – Rotana, the largest hospitality operator based out of the UAE with a global footprint, is standardizing on the Oracle OPERA Cloud hospitality platform to help improve the efficiency of its 79 hotels worldwide and support future growth. With a scalable, secure, and adaptable property management solution, Rotana can streamline operations and data across all its properties while delivering more modern, connected experiences to its staff and guests. Thirty properties are already benefiting from OPERA Cloud, with the remaining locations expected to go live by the end of 2026. 'At Rotana, we are committed to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences and we know that can only be achieved when we put the right tools into the hands of our management and associates,' said Dominic Carr, CIO, Rotana. 'We knew that at the core to achieving our goals is having a modern, secure cloud-based platform that can enable us to centralize support and maintain consistency across all our properties, from configuring a new location through to day-to-day management; we found this in OPERA Cloud. Now we can stay ahead of the curve in terms of constant innovation and delivering on guest expectations.' With OPERA Cloud, Rotana now has the agility to adapt to market changes and scale its operations. With a comprehensive view of each guest's preferences, including on-site dining and loyalty program information, staff now have the intelligence needed to offer more personalized service to Rotana's six million annual visitors, regardless of which property they stay. In addition, with the mobile capabilities in OPERA Cloud, it gives staff the flexibility to interact with guests throughout the property, helping streamline various operations, from check-in and housekeeping to maintenance. Rotana plans to utilize the Oracle Hospitality Integration Platform (OHIP), to integrate existing internal applications and third-party solutions from regional providers. With the platform, Rotana can also easily plug new offerings into OPERA Cloud to quickly deliver innovative new functionality to support its business, staff, and guests. 'Rotana realizes that technology plays an integral role in delivering on its promise of giving guests a 'Treasured Time' across its global properties,' said David Meltzer, senior vice president, Oracle Hospitality Global Sales. 'With Oracle's secure modern hospitality platform, Rotana is able to leverage data intelligence for operational excellence, enhancing the experience for both its visitors and the staff that support them.
Trade Arabia
28-04-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Rotana books Oracle Cloud to boost its hotel operations
Rotana, the UAE's largest hospitality operator, is implementing the Oracle OPERA Cloud platform to enhance the efficiency of its 79 global hotels and support future growth. The scalable, secure, and adaptable property management solution streamlines operations and data across all properties, delivering modern, connected experiences to staff and guests. Thirty properties are already using OPERA Cloud, with remaining locations expected to go live by the end of 2026. 'At Rotana, we are committed to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences and we know that can only be achieved when we put the right tools into the hands of our management and associates,' said Dominic Carr, CIO, Rotana. 'We knew that at the core to achieving our goals is having a modern, secure cloud-based platform that can enable us to centralise support and maintain consistency across all our properties, from configuring a new location through to day-to-day management; we found this in OPERA Cloud. Now we can stay ahead of the curve in terms of constant innovation and delivering on guest expectations.' With OPERA Cloud, Rotana now has the agility to adapt to market changes and scale its operations. With a comprehensive view of each guest's preferences, including on-site dining and loyalty program information, staff now have the intelligence needed to offer more personalised service to Rotana's six million annual visitors, regardless of which property they stay. In addition, with the mobile capabilities in OPERA Cloud, it gives staff the flexibility to interact with guests throughout the property, helping streamline various operations, from check-in and housekeeping to maintenance. Rotana plans to utilise the Oracle Hospitality Integration Platform (OHIP), to integrate existing internal applications and third-party solutions from regional providers. With the platform, Rotana can also easily plug new offerings into OPERA Cloud to quickly deliver innovative new functionality to support its business, staff, and guests. 'Rotana realises that technology plays an integral role in delivering on its promise of giving guests a 'Treasured Time' across its global properties,' said David Meltzer, senior vice president, Oracle Hospitality Global Sales. 'With Oracle's secure modern hospitality platform, Rotana is able to leverage data intelligence for operational excellence, enhancing the experience for both its visitors and the staff that support them.
TECHx
28-04-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Oracle Cloud Powers Rotana's Hotel Operations Worldwide
Home » Emerging technologies » Cloud Computing » Oracle Cloud Powers Rotana's Hotel Operations Worldwide Rotana, a hospitality operator in the UAE, has adopted the Oracle OPERA Cloud hospitality platform to enhance its hotel operations. With 79 hotels across the globe, Rotana is now using a secure and scalable cloud-based solution to streamline processes and improve guest experiences. Currently, 30 properties are running on OPERA Cloud. The remaining hotels will transition by the end of 2026. This move helps Rotana centralize its operations and unify data across all locations. As a result, staff can offer better services and manage guest preferences more efficiently. Dominic Carr, CIO of Rotana, explained, 'We wanted a platform that could support our growth and maintain consistency across all properties. OPERA Cloud provides us with the tools to do this while staying ahead of industry trends.' OPERA Cloud gives Rotana's team real-time access to guest information, including dining preferences and loyalty program details. This helps staff provide more personalized services to the six million guests who visit each year. The platform's mobile features also allow staff to manage operations more flexibly. Tasks like check-ins, housekeeping, and maintenance are now more efficient, leading to better guest satisfaction. Rotana also plans to use the Oracle Hospitality Integration Platform (OHIP) to integrate additional solutions. This will allow the company to quickly roll out new functionalities to further improve operations. David Meltzer, Senior VP at Oracle Hospitality, added, 'With Oracle Cloud, Rotana can harness data to enhance operational excellence and guest experiences.' Rotana's switch to Oracle Cloud is part of its broader digital transformation strategy. The move strengthens its position as a technology-driven leader in the hospitality industry.
Zawya
28-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Rotana books Oracle cloud to boost its hotel operations
Austin, Texas and Dubai, UAE – Rotana, the largest hospitality operator based out of the UAE with a global footprint, is standardizing on the Oracle OPERA Cloud hospitality platform to help improve the efficiency of its 79 hotels worldwide and support future growth. With a scalable, secure, and adaptable property management solution, Rotana can streamline operations and data across all its properties while delivering more modern, connected experiences to its staff and guests. Thirty properties are already benefiting from OPERA Cloud, with the remaining locations expected to go live by the end of 2026. 'At Rotana, we are committed to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences and we know that can only be achieved when we put the right tools into the hands of our management and associates,' said Dominic Carr, CIO, Rotana. 'We knew that at the core to achieving our goals is having a modern, secure cloud-based platform that can enable us to centralize support and maintain consistency across all our properties, from configuring a new location through to day-to-day management; we found this in OPERA Cloud. Now we can stay ahead of the curve in terms of constant innovation and delivering on guest expectations.' With OPERA Cloud, Rotana now has the agility to adapt to market changes and scale its operations. With a comprehensive view of each guest's preferences, including on-site dining and loyalty program information, staff now have the intelligence needed to offer more personalized service to Rotana's six million annual visitors, regardless of which property they stay. In addition, with the mobile capabilities in OPERA Cloud, it gives staff the flexibility to interact with guests throughout the property, helping streamline various operations, from check-in and housekeeping to maintenance. Rotana plans to utilize the Oracle Hospitality Integration Platform (OHIP), to integrate existing internal applications and third-party solutions from regional providers. With the platform, Rotana can also easily plug new offerings into OPERA Cloud to quickly deliver innovative new functionality to support its business, staff, and guests. 'Rotana realizes that technology plays an integral role in delivering on its promise of giving guests a 'Treasured Time' across its global properties,' said David Meltzer, senior vice president, Oracle Hospitality Global Sales. 'With Oracle's secure modern hospitality platform, Rotana is able to leverage data intelligence for operational excellence, enhancing the experience for both its visitors and the staff that support them. About Rotana Rotana currently operates 79 hotels across the Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe, and Türkiye, welcoming more than six million guests annually. The company's robust pipeline includes 7,381 keys spanning six distinctive brands, featuring 32 international properties and three new hotels in the UAE. Oracle Hospitality Oracle Hospitality brings more than 45 years of experience in providing technology solutions to independent hoteliers, global and regional chains, gaming, and cruise lines. Our hardware, software, and services enable customers to act on rich data insights that deliver personalized guest experiences, maximize profitability, and encourage loyalty. Cloud-based, mobile-enabled, with open APIs, Oracle's OPERA Cloud property management and distribution, Simphony point-of-sale, reporting and analytics, and guest engagement and merchandising solutions accelerate innovation, increase revenue, lower IT cost, and maximize operating efficiency. To learn more, please visit About Oracle Oracle offers integrated suites of applications plus secure, autonomous infrastructure in the Oracle Cloud. For more information about Oracle (NYSE: ORCL), please visit us at Trademarks Oracle, Java, MySQL and NetSuite are registered trademarks of Oracle Corporation. NetSuite was the first cloud company--ushering in the new era of cloud computing. Contact Info Gaurav Bhatnagar Oracle Corporate Communications
Associated Press
21-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
VERB's ‘Go Fund Yourself' TV Show to Air First-Ever Marathon on Cheddar TV
LAS VEGAS and LOS ALAMITOS, Calif., March 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verb Technology Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: VERB) ('VERB' or the 'Company'), the Company behind the livestream social shopping platform, telehealth platforms and and GO FUND the TV show disrupting crowdfunding, today announced that Cheddar TV will air the first-ever marathon of VERB's exciting new show, Go Fund Yourself, on Sunday, March 23, from 1 - 4 PM EST. This exclusive event will feature all previously aired episodes of Go Fund Yourself from the first half of Season 1, giving fans and new audiences alike the opportunity to experience the excitement of the Show in a back-to-back, binge-watch marathon format. Go Fund Yourself Show brings an innovative approach to crowdfunding by combining inspiring presentations by entrepreneurs challenged by the Show's panel of 'Titans,' with cutting-edge technology that allows viewers to click, tap, or scan onscreen icons to invest in these promising new companies and/or purchase their products in near real-time while watching the Show. Cheddar, a leading news and entertainment network catering to millennial audiences is available in more than 40 million homes across cable, satellite, and OTT platforms. Watched live by more than 3 million monthly viewers, Cheddar also garners hundreds of millions of organic video views each month across social media channels. Additionally, Cheddar broadcasts live from the trading floor of the New York Stock Exchange every weekday morning. The 16-episode Show debuted on January 30, 2025, and airs in a coveted weekly prime-time slot Thursdays at 7 PM ET, with each episode airing two additional times per week. As Go Fund Yourself continues to build momentum, participating businesses, creators, and viewers are encouraged to join the conversation and spread the word that there is this new, democratized approach to accessing capital and investing in pre-IPO companies. Those companies and entrepreneurs seeking broad exposure for their company's brand, their products, or their crowd-funding round, can apply here. A broadcast-quality professional marketing video and other promotional and marketing assets are provided to those selected to be featured on the Show. 'The response to Go Fund Yourself has been extraordinary, and we're thrilled to bring this first-ever marathon to Cheddar TV,' said Rory J. Cutaia, the Show's creator and CEO at VERB. 'This event is a testament to the show's growing impact, and we look forward to introducing it to an even wider audience while celebrating the inspiring entrepreneurs it features.' In addition to Rory J. Cutaia, the Show's Titans include David Meltzer, Chairman of the Napoleon Hill Institute and former CEO of the renowned Leigh Steinberg Sports & Entertainment agency, Jayson Waller, successful serial entrepreneur, founder & CEO of multiple successful businesses, including a billion dollar revenue business, and host of the popular Jayson Waller Unleashed Podcast, and celebrity guest Titans. The Go Fund Yourself Marathon will air exclusively on Cheddar TV on Sunday, March 23, from 1-4 PM EST. Viewers are invited to tune in, support innovative entrepreneurs, and experience the excitement of real-time interactive TV programming. ABOUT VERB Verb Technology Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: VERB), is the innovative force behind interactive video-based social commerce. The Company operates three business units, each of which leverages its social commerce technology and video marketing expertise. The Company's platform is a multi-vendor, livestream social shopping destination at the forefront of the convergence of e-commerce and entertainment, where brands, retailers, creators, and influencers engage their customers, clients, fans, and followers across multiple social media channels simultaneously. GO FUND YOURSELF!, is a revolutionary interactive social crowd funding platform for public and private companies seeking broad-based exposure across social media channels for their crowd-funded Regulation CF and Regulation A offerings. The platform combines a ground-breaking interactive TV show with back-end capabilities allowing viewers to tap, scan or click on their screen to facilitate an investment, in real time, as they watch companies presenting before the show's panel of 'Titans'. Presenting companies that sell consumer products are able to offer their products directly to viewers during the show in real time through shoppable onscreen icons. and are telehealth portals, intended to redefine telehealth by offering a seamless, digital-first experience that empowers individuals to take control of their healthcare needs. They were designed and developed to disrupt the traditional healthcare model by providing tailored healthcare solutions at affordable, fixed prices — without hidden fees, membership costs, or inflated pharmaceutical markups. a partnership with Savannah Chrisley, a well-known lifestyle personality and advocate for health and wellness, offers customers access to convenient, no-hassle telehealth services and pharmaceuticals, including the new weight-loss drugs, with fixed pricing regardless of dosage, breaking away from the industry's traditional model of excessive pricing and pharmaceutical gatekeeping. 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