Oracle OPERA Cloud Approved by IHG for Enhanced Hospitality Management

Oracle OPERA Cloud Gains Approval from IHG Hotels & Resorts

Oracle's OPERA Cloud hospitality platform has officially been approved by IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) as a reliable cloud-based property management system (PMS) for its properties in both the Americas and the EMEAA regions (Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia). This significant endorsement allows IHG franchisees and hotel operators to make tech choices that align best with their unique business demands.

Streamlining Operations Across IHG Hotels

The OPERA Cloud provides a comprehensive suite of features tailored for even the most intricate hotel networks. Properties utilizing OPERA Cloud can harmonize their operations and data onto a unified system, thus enhancing visibility and intelligence. This, in turn, enables them to offer consistent and high-quality interactions to guests and loyalty program members. The collaboration between Oracle and IHG has the potential to redefine operational efficiency in the hospitality sector.

Alex Alt, executive vice president and general manager of Oracle Commercial Cloud Applications, expressed pride in the strengthened partnership, stating, "We are committed to delivering groundbreaking cloud technologies to IHG's franchisees. OPERA Cloud is designed to be scalable and user-friendly, facilitating data-driven decisions, improving operations, and ultimately enhancing experiences for guests and hotel staff alike."

Enhanced Performance for Complex Hotel Portfolios

Jolie Fleming, Chief Product & Technology Officer at IHG Hotels & Resorts, highlighted the transformative journey the company has undertaken toward integrating new cloud-based property management solutions. The Oracle OPERA Cloud platform is expected to significantly enhance the performance of IHG's extensive portfolio, which includes a variety of complex hotel properties.

With Oracle's established history in the hospitality industry, OPERA Cloud excels in maintaining enterprise-class reliability. Its user-friendly interface along with secure single sign-on capabilities and innovation updates ensures that hotels can maintain high operational standards while remaining competitive without extensive IT resources.

A Solid Foundation for Future Growth

Currently operational and compliant in 236 countries and territories, OPERA Cloud is not just a property management system but an integrated solution that empowers hotels to maintain their competitive edge.

Oracle Hospitality has accumulated over 45 years of experience, providing technology solutions to various segments, including independent hotels and large chains, as well as gaming and cruise lines. The company's offerings, which include OPERA Cloud property management, point-of-sale systems through Simphony, data analysis, and upselling solutions via Nor1, all contribute to enhanced customer experiences and maximized profitability.

For further insights about Oracle's innovative solutions in hospitality, visit Oracle Hospitality.

This approval marks a crucial step forward for both Oracle and IHG in capitalizing on cloud technology to not only match but exceed the evolving expectations of guests in today's competitive hospitality landscape. As the industry adapts to new challenges, partnerships like these are key to ensuring that hospitality brands embrace technology to improve service and operational efficiency.