Suppliers-Ques Flashcards
What are suppliers?
Suppliers are entities that provide goods or services to a hotel or venue.
Example: A food supplier providing ingredients to a hotel restaurant.
What are the different types of suppliers?
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?
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.
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?
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?
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.
Examples of brand of hotels include Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons, and Hyatt.
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What is an HMC?
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?
An HMC can help venues by providing expertise in hotel operations, marketing, and revenue management.
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Give examples of an HMC.
Examples of HMCs include Marriott International, Hilton Worldwide, and AccorHotels.
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Why use an HMC?
Hotels may use an HMC to benefit from the company’s experience, resources, and industry knowledge.
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What is an NSO?
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?
Hotels, venues, and event planners can use NSOs to help with sales and marketing efforts.
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How do planners use NSO?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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
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?
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?
The benefits of hiring an affiliate include expanded reach, enhanced marketing efforts, and access to a loyal customer base.
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Why support an affiliate if we don’t profit from them?
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?
Supporting an affiliate entails collaborating on marketing campaigns, participating in joint promotions, and sharing resources for mutual benefit.
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What is a CVB?
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.
Examples of CVBs include Visit Orlando, NYC & Company, and Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority.
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Why is a CVB valuable?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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?
DMC stands for Destination Management Company, which is a business that provides local expertise and services for events and meetings.
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Give examples of DMC.
Examples of DMCs include Pacific World, Kuoni Destination Management, and AlliedPRA.
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What is the difference between a CVB and DMC?
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?
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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