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How much money can you save by digitizing labeling in hotel buffets?

November 15, 2024

How much money can you save by digitizing labeling in hotel buffets?

In the competitive hotel industry, every detail counts. With digitalization, hotels not only optimize their daily operations but also reduce costs and improve the guest experience. Today, we analyze how digitizing buffet labeling can generate significant economic and operational savings.

1. The Hidden Cost of Manual Labeling in Buffets

How much does manual labeling really cost?

Many hotels still use printed labels that require manual updating before each buffet service. This process consumes time and resources that could be used for higher-value tasks.

We estimate that an average hotel invests:
  • 15 minutes per service (with 3 services per day).
  • This translates to an approximate cost of €270 per month in personnel.
  • Total annual cost: €4,320 for labeling time only, not including the cost of printing and laminating labels.

This figure is just the beginning of the total cost generated by manual labeling in buffets.

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2. The Solution: Electronic Tags

What does a digital labeling system bring to the buffet?

An electronic labeling system eliminates the need to manually replace labels, drastically reducing upgrade time and costs.

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With digitalization, hotels can:
  • Save up to €4,320 per year on labor costs.
  • Quickly recoup the investment in digital labeling technology.
  • Reduce manual labeling tasks by 90%, allowing staff to focus on improving customer service
  • Eliminate costs of printed materials, such as paper and lamination, which are replaced by durable digital screens.

3. Flexibility and Real-Time Updates

Easy and agile management from any device

Digital labeling not only saves money; it also allows for quick and easy information updates. With a mobile device, staff can modify the language, allergens, and even the status of dishes in seconds.

This is especially useful for:
  • Last-minute changes to the menu.
  • Dish availability updates.
  • Accurate information for guests in real time.

In comparison, manual labeling is rarely updated on time, impacting efficiency and customer experience.

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4. Sustainability: The Added Value of Digital

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Reducing the ecological footprint of the buffet

Choosing digital labels also helps reduce the hotel's environmental impact by decreasing the use of paper and plastic for physical labels. This contributes to a greener operation and reinforces your hotel's image as a responsible and sustainable establishment, which is increasingly appealing to environmentally conscious guests.

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