Suppliers-Ques Flashcards

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What are suppliers?

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Suppliers are entities that provide goods or services to a hotel or venue.

Example: A food supplier providing ingredients to a hotel restaurant.

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What are the different types of suppliers?

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The different types of suppliers include food and beverage suppliers, equipment suppliers, and service providers.

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What is a chain of hotels?

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A chain of hotels is a group of hotels that are owned or operated by the same company or organization.

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Give examples of chain of hotels.

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Examples of chain of hotels include Marriott, Hilton, and Intercontinental.

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Why would a hotel want to be a part of a chain?

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A hotel may want to be a part of a chain for brand recognition, marketing support, and access to a centralized reservation system.

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What is brand of hotels?

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A brand of hotels refers to a specific group or chain of hotels that share a common brand identity and standards.

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Give examples of brand of hotels.

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Examples of brand of hotels include Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons, and Hyatt.

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What is an HMC?

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HMC stands for Hotel Management Company, which is a company that manages hotels on behalf of owners.

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How can an HMC help venues?

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An HMC can help venues by providing expertise in hotel operations, marketing, and revenue management.

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Give examples of an HMC.

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Examples of HMCs include Marriott International, Hilton Worldwide, and AccorHotels.

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Why use an HMC?

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Hotels may use an HMC to benefit from the company’s experience, resources, and industry knowledge.

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What is an NSO?

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NSO stands for National Sales Office, which is a centralized office that handles sales and marketing for multiple properties.

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Who can use NSO?

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Hotels, venues, and event planners can use NSOs to help with sales and marketing efforts.

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How do planners use NSO?

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Planners can use NSO to access sales and marketing resources, coordinate events, and secure group bookings.

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How can planners use NSO in Cvent?

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Planners can use NSO in Cvent to streamline the booking process, access venue information, and manage event details.

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What are the advantages of using an NSO?

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The advantages of using an NSO include centralized sales support, access to a wider network, and streamlined communication.

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What are the disadvantages of using an NSO?

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The disadvantages of using an NSO may include lack of personalized service, potential conflicts of interest, and reliance on external resources.

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What is an Affiliate?

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An Affiliate is a partner organization or company that collaborates with a hotel or venue to promote and sell their services.

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How can an Affiliate help venues?

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An Affiliate can help venues by providing additional marketing exposure, access to new customer segments, and increased bookings.

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Mention atleast one affiliate for following segment - Luxury, Architecture, theme, chain

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Luxury: Leading Hotels of the World
Architecture: Design Hotels
Theme: Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Chain: Small Luxury Hotels of the World

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How does a hotel become a part of an affiliate?

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A hotel can become a part of an affiliate by meeting the organization’s criteria, signing a partnership agreement, and paying any associated fees.

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What are the benefits of hiring an affiliate?

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The benefits of hiring an affiliate include expanded reach, enhanced marketing efforts, and access to a loyal customer base.

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23
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Why support an affiliate if we don’t profit from them?

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Supporting an affiliate can still be beneficial for brand exposure, building relationships, and attracting new customers indirectly.

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What does supporting an affiliate entail?

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Supporting an affiliate entails collaborating on marketing campaigns, participating in joint promotions, and sharing resources for mutual benefit.

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25
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What is a CVB?

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CVB stands for Convention and Visitors Bureau, which is an organization that promotes a destination to attract visitors and events.

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Give examples of a CVB.

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Examples of CVBs include Visit Orlando, NYC & Company, and Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority.

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Why is a CVB valuable?

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A CVB is valuable for its destination marketing expertise, industry connections, and ability to attract tourism revenue.

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What can CVBs track?

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CVBs can track visitor demographics, event attendance, economic impact, and hotel occupancy rates.

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What services can CVBs offer the meeting planners?

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CVBs can offer meeting planners assistance with venue selection, event promotion, attendee services, and local resources.

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How is a CVB funded?

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CVBs are funded through a combination of public funds, membership dues, sponsorships, and revenue from services.

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What is common between a CVB and Cvent?

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Both CVB and Cvent are involved in the meetings and events industry, providing services to planners and venues.

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What are the challenges faced by CVBs?

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Challenges faced by CVBs include competition from other destinations, changing travel trends, budget constraints, and political factors.

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What is a DMC?

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DMC stands for Destination Management Company, which is a business that provides local expertise and services for events and meetings.

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34
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Give examples of DMC.

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Examples of DMCs include Pacific World, Kuoni Destination Management, and AlliedPRA.

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What is the difference between a CVB and DMC?

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A CVB focuses on destination marketing and promotion, while a DMC specializes in event planning and local services for meetings.

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What is the difference between an NSO and an Affiliate?

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An NSO handles sales and marketing for multiple properties, while an Affiliate partners with a hotel or venue to promote and sell their services.

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