Techsplained with The Guest Innspector

Granted their clients are primarily tech companies, they do help the larger property management companies, and it's always good to have an understanding what services are available out there and what exactly they offer. Have a listen to all the ways and situations Abode PR can help you with. It's much broader than just the vacation rental industry! I was surprised at the response I got to my first...

Better Talent is the only vacation and short term rental talent acquisition and optimization company, focused on helping you hire and retain the best employees. Through tech and behavioural science they do all the heavy lifting, so you don't have to. To learn more head to https://bettertalent.com/ Need help perfecting your guest experience, from landing on your website, to leaving your property an...

All of your amenity requirements delivered to your door. No more stocking up and preparing starter kits. Integrated with PMS so you don't even have to place the order. Delivered on day of check out, or when you want, to your office, home or the property! Branded products available too! Learn more at https://www.getsojo.com/ Need help perfecting your guest experience, from landing on your website,...

A somewhat controversial interview with Terry Whyte, the Vacation Rental Tech Guy, about Property Management Systems (PMS), including how to chose your (next) PMS. What are the essentials for PMs and owners and what the PMS companies should be offering? What should PMS companies be doing besides integrating with third parties? Have a listen. A very interesting discussion! Learn more at https://vac...

An "Experiences Manager" who looks after your guests, preparing and exciting them pre arrival, sharing the daily free activities and tickets to local attractions they'll enjoy included as part of their stay. Their service also includes a virtual & voice concierge. Learn more at https://www.https://xplorie.com/ Need help perfecting your guest experience, from landing on your website, to leaving...

Extenteam is a staff outsourcing partner exclusively for the short term rental industry. They recruit ensuring the best fit with your business, and even better, you simply pay Extenteam for the service. No salary headache. A possible tax deduction? Ask your accountant! Learn more at https://www.extenteam.com Need help perfecting your guest experience, from landing on your website, to leaving your...

An all in one solution offering so much, from guest registration, keyless entry, to various monitoring of the property, A/C and temperature control, open windows and doors devices and a water leak monitor! And would you believe there's lots more. And they supply all the hardware and devices too. Learn more at https://vikey.it/en/home-page/ Need help perfecting your guest experience, from landing o...

A last minute, book direct marketplace! For any empty nights 14 days out, fill them with direct bookings. It also has a great search function for guests, including the GoGo Radar, for last minute alerts in destinations. Learn more here https://www.getawaygogo.com/ Need help perfecting your guest experience, from landing on your website, to leaving your property and beyond? Then head to https://www...

An almost completely "hands off" solution for property managers, owners and the complete novice. From the PMS, pricing, distribution, all communications, noise monitoring, guest screening and much more, it's all provided here under the one umbrella. Learn more at https://jetstreamtech.io Need help perfecting your guest experience, from landing on your website, to leaving your property and beyond?...

Cherry is a book direct browser extension that pops up on registered property listings on the major OTAs, enticing guests with book direct offers. One button takes the guest direct to the booking page! A book direct magnet! Learn more at https://www.joincherry.com Need help perfecting your guest experience, from landing on your website, to leaving your property and beyond? Then head to https://www...

For owners, managers and investors, from beginner to enterprise, Airdna gives you access to the largest, global industry data set to make educated decisions on pricing, real estate investments and more. Oh, and its a time machine for data too! Need data from 2014? No problem! Learn more at https://lddy.no/19c6s Need help perfecting your guest experience, from landing on your website, to leaving yo...

Using AI (artificial intelligence) Concierge Bot will get to know your brand "voice" and deal with your guests 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This frees up your time to do all the other things to run your business. Using texts and WhatsApp, it also becomes your property Welcome Book as well. Learn more here https://www.concierge.bot. Need help perfecting your guest experience, from landing on your...

Join Bob Garner and I in a discussion about how to learn and deal with the issue of sustainability one step at a time. His voice is growing louder in the industry more industry people are helping that voice grow. This is a sought after niche by guests, so best not to get left behind. Don't miss out. One small step at a time, chip by chip. (you'll have to listen to get that joke!) 10 stage eco road...

Keynest can look after all of your key problems, from storing them for guests checking in, and also for cleaners and maintenance people. And their software offers a key management system, so no more lost or misplaced keys! Have a listen for all the details and learn more at https://keynest.com Need help perfecting your guest experience, from landing on your website, to leaving your property and be...

Wheelhouse are the dynamic pricing team helping you customise your pricing, from conservative to aggressive, to help maximise your returns with an array of pricing strategies and tools. To learn more head to https://www.usewheelhouse.com/ Need help perfecting your guest experience, from landing on your website, to leaving your property and beyond? Then head to https://www.theguestinnspector.com

Minut is a sensor that monitors noise, occupancy, temperature and motion at your property so you can protect your property both during a guests stay and when it's unoccupied. Keep your home safe and your neighbors happy while respecting your guests' privacy. Learn more at https://www.minut.com/ Need help perfecting your guest experience, from landing on your website, to leaving your property and b...

Touchstay is your 21st century welcome book that you can email the guests prior to their arrival. Touchstay offers ways to ensure your guests read the info required for them to get to your property, enjoy their stay and more. No more printing page 6, or coffee stained welcome books! To learn more head to https://touchstay.com Need help perfecting your guest experience, from landing on your website...

JarvisML uses 'machine learning' to suggest perfect properties for anyone landing on your site! Even first timers! Using the online footprints of every visitor, you can personlise the guests journey from landing on your website through to personalised emails at specific times of the year, for specific properties and specific offers, all designed for maximum conversion! Machine learning is the same...

Stayfi collects the data of every guest staying at your property for the purpose of remarketing your property/ brand for future stays by booking direct! On top of that it helps you monitor the wifi connection (for a better guest experience) and will assist you in ensuring a great wifi coverage no matter the size of your property. Even if you have another next door. Learn more about Stayfi at https...

Noiseaware is a privacy safe noise detection sensor and service that notifies you and/or your guest when the noise levels get too high. Parties and disturbance to the neighbours are a big problem for our industry, and this will help stop the party while it's getting started. It is built to be a win-win for all audiences; the host/ manager, the guest and the community. To learn more head to https:/...

Becoming RentABLE is a place for education, accreditation and also a listing site for disabled friendly properties. Learn what you need to do to appeal to a wider guest audience. Your property may suits some disabilities already! The range of features needed is very broad so best to learn how you can adapt, or if you need to. A huge niche market awaits you. Learn more at https://www.becomingrentab...

Beyond offers much more than just Dynamic Pricing and Revenue Management! Have a listen to learn about their other services Relay, Signal and Insights. Channel management? Websites? Best have a listen! Learn more at https://beyond.sjv.io/tgi Need help perfecting your guest experience, from landing on your website, to leaving your property and beyond? Then head to https://www.theguestinnspector.com

Human trafficking is the most invisible crime in the world. There are 40 million victims worldwide and now with the current situation in the Ukraine, this number will increase significantly. As a property manager you could unknowingly be housing trafficked people. There are some things you can do: security cameras, guest verification and complete the free course at https://fateht.vidcert.com/regis...

OK2Charge gives you the ability to monetise the use of your EV charging station. And this is not just for your guests, but to the public too if the charging point is appropriately located. Stand out from the competition by (i) offering a charging point, and (ii) make more revenue by doing so, not just from your rental, but from the charging point. A great interview. Learn more at https://www.ok2ch...

Whimstay is the vacation rental equivalent of last minute dot com! Fill your upcoming free days with some last minute bookings! It's free to list on Whimstay and the commission is very reasonable. AND you get all the guest details and the booking is yours to run with. Consider it a guest acquisition site! Learn more here https://whimstay.com Need help perfecting your guest experience, from landing...