Today, many hotels are in the midst of migrating from legacy PMS technology to next-generation, cloud-native solutions. At HIA, as we work with hoteliers to map their new PMS systems to our financial management software, we see that many of the new capabilities that these systems offer are the same great features leading the way...
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That short window between year-end close and the January 31 deadline can feel like a sprint for hotel finance teams rushing to get 1099s out the door. From chasing down missing W-9s and balancing year-end reports to last-minute runs to Staples and stuffing envelopes in triplicate, the cycle can feel like a mix of pressure,...
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Hospitality may start at the front desk, but profitability starts in the back office. While your guests may get new flashy keyless entry and streamlined services, your finance teams often still deal with spreadsheets, dozens of different logins, and time-consuming workarounds. The result? A fine-tuned guest experience, but the teams responsible for forecasting, budgeting, and...
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HIA announced today the promotion of Chris Hall to Chief Revenue Officer. This promotion recognizes the significant role that Hall has played in the growth of the company.
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2026 could be a turn around year for the US Lodging Industry, a welcome relief to the slow growth and high uncertainty of 2025. In this article, renowned industry expert R. Mark Woodworth shares his perspective on the current economic indicators shaping his outlook for the U.S. Lodging Industry in 2026 and beyond. R. Mark...
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Charting a Winning Path Through Uncertainty HIA's leadership team, including CEO Charlie Fritsch, COO Chip Fritsch, and CRO Chris Hall, were on-site at The Lodging Conference 2025 recently to meet colleagues and share insights. The record breaking attendance (3,000+ attendees) was a clear indication of the industry’s optimism–despite remaining economic headwinds. Here is a summary...
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The 4th quarter of the year has begun and we get to reflect on all the new software enhancements built by our HIA development team in the last quarter. The team has rolled out multiple new capabilities for the platform as well as enhanced existing integrations. Newly built features include streamlined manual imports for BankConnect...
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Industry leaders like Midas Hospitality, Azul Hospitality Group, and Grand Pacific Resorts are upgrading to deliver next-level results, signaling a definitive industry move to unified data. Glenwood, MD - October 1, 2025 - HIA, the only Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platform purpose-built for hospitality, today announced a period of accelerated growth, having added over...
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In "How Management Companies Are Winning With Consolidated Data," Charles “Chip” Fritsch, COO and Co-Founder of Hotel Investor Apps, shares how top management companies are using technology to differentiate themselves. Fritsch notes how the most innovative management companies he sees are laying a strategic foundation for growth. This includes adopting cloud-native, integration-friendly technology as the...
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If your visibility into cash balances is even a day old, you’re already flying blind. Seasonal swings, high fixed costs, and last-minute changes in occupancy mean money moves faster (and riskier) than in almost any other industry. While profitability is crucial for long-term success, it’s liquidity that keeps the lights on and operations running smoothly...
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Glenwood, Maryland - September 4th, 2025 - HIA, the hospitality industry’s only purpose-built Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and accounting platform, announced today the promotion of Kimberly Vassell-Jacob to Vice President of Operations. This promotion reflects Vassell-Jacob’s significant contributions to the company’s software product development and services, as well as her organizational leadership. In her previous...
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The heated debates over next year’s numbers are around the corner, and no amount of crisp fall air can take the edge off. You know the drill: the spreadsheets, the endless back-and-forth, the painstaking process of pulling data. It's a familiar battle that feels like an uphill climb every single year. But what if it...
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We all know that hotel budgets provide a valuable reference point for informed and effective financial management. However, creating those budgets can be an intricate and time-consuming task.
Between inflation, tight job markets, and the competitive hotel management environment, the pressure to set and meet ambitious financial goals can be substantial. As can be the pressure to produce an accurate and reliable budget, taking all the what-if scenarios into account.
As we are in the midst of hotel budgeting season, here are some pro tips and food for thought to make sure your budgeting is covering all the bases.
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Get step-by-step guidance on best practices and estimated timeframes, as well as a breakdown of what is needed from your team. View the helpful infographic for at-a-glance steps.
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Implementing a new hospitality ERP solution is an exciting move to unify your data, streamline reporting, and get efficiencies to free up your team’s time for more high-value activities. However, even with the right software and support from your software provider, a successful system transition requires upfront planning and buy-in from your team to stay...
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Prestigious Award Recognizes HIA’s Unique Offering of ERP Tech Purpose-Built for Hospitality that Unifies Financial and Operational Data and Automates Complex Processes We are thrilled to announce that HIA, the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platform from Hotel Investor Apps, has been named the Top Hotel ERP and Accounting Software Solution for 2025 by the...
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In today’s hyper-connected world, data is the new currency. And your back office systems hold the keys to your vault. Think about how much data quietly filters through your back office systems—P&L reporting, employee payroll, accounts payable, procurement, HR. No one sets out to leave their systems open to attack. But in hospitality (where staff...
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Frustrated with reporting delays and not knowing which numbers to trust? If you know an ERP might be the solution, but aren't sure which one will be the right fit for your operations, this guide is for you. This step-by-step guide will help you evaluate and prioritize your internal needs and ask the right questions...
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At HIA we are continually innovating to keep our customers at the forefront of hospitality technology. We are excited to share some of the newest features built by our in-house product development team in Q2 2025. These features include a new timely integration, enhanced existing integrations, and general system enhancements to functionality and security. New...
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Baywood Hotels, a leading hotel development and management company with over 120 properties nationwide, sought to enhance their operational efficiency and financial management with an ERP solution. Why it matters: By adopting HIA's ERP & Accounting software, Baywood Hotels gained a powerful, centralized back-office software with integrated business intelligence to help them achieve their tech-forward...
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