Hospitality Construction Industry

The hospitality construction industry involves the design, planning, and construction of facilities for lodging, food and beverage, and entertainment. This includes hotels, resorts, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, casinos, and amusement parks. Projects can be complex and require careful planning to meet specific needs. They may involve building new facilities or renovating existing ones. The industry also involves adhering to safety and building codes, incorporating the latest technology and energy efficiency, and creating attractive and functional spaces that enhance the customer experience. GAO RFID Inc., one of the global top 10 RFID leaders, is based in the cities of New York and Toronto and it has deployed many RFID, BLE and IoT projects in the hospitality construction industry.

GAO RFID Systems & Hardware for the Hospitality Construction

GAO RFID Inc. offers the largest selection of BLE gateways, BLE beacons, RFID readers, tags, antenna, printers, and integrated RFID systems for various industries, including the hospitality construction industry.

BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy)

GAO offers advanced BLE gateways:

3G/4G/LTE/Wi-Fi/Ethernet BLE Active RFID Outdoor Gateway

as well as versatile beacons with such important functions as temperature, humidity, vibration, and panic button:

GAO’s BLE technology is suitable for all kinds of industries, including the hospitality construction industry

UHF (Ultra High Frequency) RFID

GAO offers the largest selection of UHF RFID readers for various industries, including the hospitality construction industry:

GAO RFID offers the widest choice of UHF RFID tags, labels, badges, wristbands for various industries, including the hospitality construction industry:

and an array of antennas to address different applications:

UHF 860 – 960 MHz RFID

HF (High Frequency), NFC (Near Field Communications) and LF (Low Frequency) RFID

GAO offers the largest selection of HF, NFC, and LF RFID readers for various industries, including the hospitality construction industry:

HF, NFC and LF RFID tags, labels, badges, wristbands for various industries, including the hospitality construction industry

and antennas:

GAO also offers RFID printers:

Printers for RFID

Digital I/O adapters:

Digital I/O Adapters

and relay controllers:

Relay Controllers

For embedded applications, GAO offers UHF, HF and LF RFID reader modules:

The RFID systems by GAO are highly popular for clients in the hospitality construction industry:

People or workers tracking system:

Physical asset or operational equipment tracking system:

Personnel or people access control system:

Access control system

Parking or vehicle control system:

Parking control software

There are two versions of GAO’s software, one is running on a local server, and another running in the cloud.

GAO’s software runs on a local server.

GAO’s software runs in the cloud.

GAO offers free samples of its RFID tags, labels, badges, and wristbands

GAO offers a free trial for all of its software available.

Applications & Benefits of GAO’s RFID, BLE, IoT & Drones for the Hospitality Construction

GAO’s RFID, BLE, IoT, and drones technologies provide many benefits Hospitality Construction Industry:

Applications & Benefits of applying RFID to Hospitality Construction:

Improved inventory management: Our RFID tags can be used to track inventory in real-time, enabling construction managers to monitor the movement of materials, such as concrete, steel, and wood. This helps to reduce theft and loss of materials and improves efficiency by ensuring that materials are in the right place at the right time.
Enhanced asset tracking: GAOs RFID tags can also be used to track and manage the location and movement of cranes, concrete mixers, mobile cranes, and dust collectors. This helps construction managers to keep track of valuable assets and ensure they are being used efficiently.
Increased safety: GAOs RFID tags can be used to monitor the location of workers and equipment like cranes, concrete mixers, mobile cranes, and dust collectors on construction sites, reducing the risk of accidents and improving safety.
Streamlined maintenance: Our RFID tags can be used to monitor the condition of equipment and schedule maintenance tasks proactively. This can help to reduce downtime and increase the lifespan of equipment such as concrete mixers, power drills, air compressors, and backhoes.

Applications & Benefits of applying BLE technology to the Hospitality construction:

Cost savings: By improving efficiency and reducing the risk of errors, GAOs BLE technology can help lower costs associated with construction projects, including labor, concrete, steel, wood, drills, and other materials and equipment.
Better communication: Our BLE solutions can facilitate better communication between workers, project managers, and clients, allowing for real-time updates and progress reports.
Sustainability: Our BLE products can help reduce waste by optimizing inventory management and reducing unnecessary purchases of materials like tiles, concrete, wood, steel etc.
Improved customer experience: With real-time updates and more accurate project tracking, GAOs BLE solutions can help ensure projects are completed on time and to a high standard, enhancing customer experience and satisfaction.

Applications & Benefits of applying combination of RFID and drones to the Hospitality Construction:

Real-time Inventory Tracking: Drones equipped with GAOs RFID technology can scan tags on building materials and equipment to provide real-time data on their location and status.
Site Monitoring: Drones can provide a bird’s-eye view of the construction site, allowing project managers to monitor progress and identify potential issues in real-time. By combining GAOs RFID products with drone imagery, construction companies can gain a complete view of the construction site and monitor progress on a granular level.
Improved Safety: Drones equipped with our RFID solutions can be used to monitor worker movements on a construction site, ensuring that workers are adhering to safety protocols and identifying potential hazards in real-time.
Enhanced Efficiency: By combining our RFID technology with drones, construction companies can streamline inventory management and reduce waste.

Applications and Benefits of applying RFID and IOT to the Hospitality Construction:

Asset Tracking: Our RFID can be used to track various assets, such as furniture, appliances, and equipment during the construction process. This helps to ensure that all necessary items are in the right place at the right time, which can save time and prevent delays.
Inventory Management: GAOs RFID tags can be used to keep track of inventory levels and ensure that supplies are ordered when needed. This can help to reduce waste and save money.
Energy Management: IoT sensors can be used to monitor energy usage in hotels, such as lighting, heating, and cooling systems. This data can be used to optimize energy usage and reduce costs.
Smart Rooms: IoT sensors can be used to create smart rooms that can automatically adjust temperature, lighting, and other settings based on guest preferences. This can provide a more personalized experience for guests and improve overall satisfaction.
Security: GAOs RFID tags can be used to track the movement of staff and guests throughout the hotel, which can improve security and prevent theft.

GAO Helps Customers Comply with Standards, Mandates & Regulations of the Hospitality Construction

GAO RFID Inc. has helped many companies in the Hospitality Construction Industry to deploy RFID systems and to ensure such deployments complying with the applicable industry standards, mandates and government regulations:

ISO 15693: This standard specifies the technical specifications for RFID tags used for inventory management in the hospitality industry, such as tracking linens, towels, and other supplies.
EPC Gen 2: This standard is used in RFID systems for tracking and managing inventory and assets in the hospitality industry, such as tracking linens, towels, and other supplies.
Hospitality Technology Next Generation (HTNG) RFID Key Encoding Specification: This standard defines the technical specifications for encoding hotel keycards using RFID technology, to enable secure access to guest rooms and other hotel facilities.
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) MH10.8.4: This standard defines the technical specifications for RFID tags used for tracking and managing hotel linens, towels, and other supplies.
National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) LD3-2005: This standard provides guidelines for using RFID technology to improve the efficiency of supply chain management in the hospitality industry.
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-98: This publication provides guidance for implementing security controls for RFID systems in the hospitality industry, to help protect against unauthorized access and data breaches.
Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB) 4.157-2017: This standard provides guidelines for using RFID technology in asset management, inventory control, and other applications in the hospitality industry.

ISO

EPC Global

HTNG

ANSI

NEMA

NIST

GAO’s Software Provides API

GAO’s popular RFID software such as personnel tracking, asset tracking. access control, parking system control offers a free trial and offers an API to each of the common software in the hospitality construction:

Personnel management:

Time and attendance tracking software: This software is used to track employee attendance and work hours, including overtime and vacation time.
Employee scheduling software: This software is used to schedule employee shifts, assign tasks, and manage time off requests.
Human resource management software: This software is used to manage employee data, benefits, payroll, and other HR-related tasks.

Equipment management:

Asset tracking software: This software is used to track the location, maintenance history, and other important information about equipment and tools.
Equipment maintenance software: This software is used to schedule and track maintenance tasks for equipment, ensuring that it is always in good working condition.
Inventory management software: This software is used to manage inventory levels of equipment and tools, ensuring that the right equipment is always available when needed.

Supply chain management:

Procurement software: This software is used to manage the purchasing process, from requesting quotes to issuing purchase orders and tracking deliveries.
Supplier management software: This software is used to manage relationships with suppliers, ensuring that they are meeting quality and delivery requirements.
Inventory management software: This software is used to manage inventory levels of materials, ensuring that the right materials are always available when needed.

Other applications:

Project management software: This software is used to plan and manage construction projects, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
Construction accounting software: This software is used to manage the financial aspects of construction projects, including billing, invoicing, and cost tracking.
Safety management software: This software is used to manage safety training, incidents, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Case Studies of RFID Applications

A case study of RFID application in the hospitality construction industry:

RFID technology is being used in the construction phase of hospitality projects to track the delivery and installation of furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) to ensure that everything is in place and in working order before the hotel opens for business. RFID tags are attached to each piece of FF&E, and the tags are scanned at each stage of the delivery and installation process. The data collected is stored in a database that allows the hotel chain to track the progress of the FF&E delivery and installation, identify missing or damaged pieces, and improve accuracy and efficiency. Using RFID technology in this way can help reduce costs and enhance the customer experience.

Another case study is as follows:

A resort implemented an RFID-enabled waste management system to reduce waste and increase recycling. RFID tags were placed on trash and recycling bins, allowing for real-time monitoring of waste levels and efficient collection. The system also tracked the types of waste being generated, allowing for targeted recycling initiatives. By using RFID technology, the resort was able to reduce waste disposal costs and improve sustainability efforts, while also enhancing guest experiences by promoting eco-friendliness.

GAO Has Served the Hospitality Construction Extensively

GAO RFID Inc., one of the global top 10 RFID leaders, is based in the cities of New York and Toronto and it has deployed RFID, BLE and IoT projects for many leading companies in the Hospitality Construction Industry, including its various divisions such as:

Hotel Construction: This sub-industry focuses on the construction of new hotels, resorts, and other lodging facilities.
Restaurant Construction: This sub-industry focuses on the construction of new restaurants, cafes, and other food and beverage establishments.
Retail Construction: This sub-industry focuses on the construction of retail stores, shopping malls, and other commercial facilities.
Theme Park Construction: This sub-industry focuses on the construction of theme parks, water parks, and other recreational facilities.
Convention Center Construction: This sub-industry focuses on the construction of convention centers, exhibition halls, and other event facilities.

List of the leading companies in the hospitality construction industry in the U.S.

AECOM USA, Inc.