The Accommodation and Food Services industry is a broad industry that encompasses businesses that provide lodging and/or food services to customers. GAO's BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) beacons and gateways have a variety of potential applications in the accommodation and food service industry. Here are some examples of GAO’s BLE systems used for the accommodation and food service industry:
- People Tracking- BLE beacons can be used to track guest movements within a hotel or resort and provide personalized service based on their location. For example, if a guest is waiting for a table, the restaurant can use BLE beacons to track their location and send them a notification when their table is ready.
- Environment Monitoring- BLE beacons can be placed throughout a hotel or restaurant to monitor the temperature, humidity, and energy levels in different areas. beacons can send signals to BLE gateways, which can then be used to adjust the temperature, humidity, or energy usage as needed.
- Asset tracking- BLE beacons can be attached to equipment such as hotel carts, cleaning equipment, and food delivery trucks to track their location and reduce theft. Beacons can send signals to BLE gateways placed throughout the hotel or restaurant, which can then be used to track the location of the equipment in real time
- Access Control- BLE beacons can be used to enable contactless check-in for guests. Guests can check in using a BLE keychain, which can be used to unlock their hotel room door or gain access to restricted areas within the hotel or restaurant.
- Parking Management- BLE products can help the accommodation and food service industries provide a better guest experience by simplifying parking management and reducing the time guests spend searching for parking. For example, gateways can be placed at parking gates in hotels and resorts to monitor occupancy, entry, and exit vehicles.
- Indoor navigation- BLE beacons can be used to provide guests with indoor navigation assistance, helping them find their way around a hotel or resort. It can help them navigate the venue with greater ease and independence, enhancing their overall experience.