Data Cleaning Basics: Definition, Best Practices, and Tools

 When discussing the value of data in today's world, we often call it the "new oil." However, a comparison to water is more fitting. We can't live without water, but only pure water is valuable. The same goes for data — it must be cleaned before you can use it in business. "Dirty data" can do more 

What is API: Definition, Types, Specifications, Documentation

 How does human communication happen? People can express thoughts, needs, and ideas through language (written and spoken), gestures, or facial expressions, right? At the same time, our interaction with computers, apps, and websites requires user interface (UI) components – a screen with a menu and 

AI Image Generators: DALL-E, Stable Diffusion, Adobe Firefly, and Midjourney Compared

 It’s getting harder to distinguish AI-generated images from real ones. If you frequent social networks, you’ve probably noticed how readily people repost synthesized visuals, from realistic cute kittens to stunning landscapes to impressive paintings. Some users do not even realize that all those 

Are Self-Driving Trucks Changing Logistics and Transportation?

 Imagine you’re driving down the highway and, as you pass the 18-wheeler on your right, you notice the driver’s seat is empty. Will you be freaked out or excited? With the rapid technological advancements in the past few years, this reality isn’t that far away – or is it? The situation is very 

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Train Booking API Integration: Hands-On Experience Adding Rail to Corporate Travel App

 Europe has a dense, well-developed railway network that connects countries, major cities, towns, and rural areas. This makes trains highly accessible and convenient for many people. For OTAs, travel management companies ( TMCs), and other travel platforms, integrating rail booking is a must to 

Tourist Taxes: How These Hidden Figures Impact Travel

 Tourist taxes have been a fixture in many countries for decades, evolving alongside the rise of tourism. However, numerous renowned destinations, from Venice to Bali, have implemented new or increased existing tourist taxes in the past year . These political decisions have sparked vigorous debates 

Machine Learning, Explained

 Generative AI has taken the world by storm. Image generation, conversational AI, and voice generation had such a resounding success that gen AI became synonymous with artificial intelligence for many. It pushed other applications of machine learning further away from the spotlight. But let’s give 

DORA Metrics: Tracking Performance in DevOps

 In the fast-paced world of software development, the journey from idea to code to customer is critical. Teams strive for fast and efficient performance – but what is fast and efficient? How can we understand how well we perform and, most importantly, whether we are getting better with time? DORA 

How AI Sound, Music, and Voice Generation Works

 The lines between art and technology are blurring. Machine learning models are rapidly advancing new tools for text, music, or image creation.. And it’s not happening in isolation – exciting outcomes are emerging when these areas begin to connect. From text-to-speech narrations to visual art that 

What is ETL Developer: Role Description, Process Breakdown, Responsibilities, and Skills

 In 2006, Clive Humby , a mathematician and data scientist, said, “ Data is the new oil .” Today, data obsession is all the rage, as all businesses struggle to get information. However, unlike oil, data is worthless unless you can make sense of it. Dedicated data engineering and data science 

Hotel Performance Metrics: Bullet-proofing Your Revenue Management with Effective Measurement

 This is a guest article by Benoit Ratinaud from WeDploy In the wide-ranging field of Revenue Management (RM), three key metrics stand out: occupancy, average rate, and revenue. These have been the mainstay of RM for a long time, guiding decisions in many areas. From busy hotels in London to 

Rate Parity in Hospitality: Hotels vs OTAs

 Everybody in the hospitality business encounters the concept of rate parity. Its initial aim was to make things fair and square for all the industry players, but that's not always the way it works. To cooperate successfully with OTAs without losing control over their own pricing, hoteliers need to 

Automated Speech Recognition: Selecting and Integrating ASR Software

 The speech and voice recognition technology market has been booming lately, with its value expected to grow from $9.4 billion in 2022 to $28.1 billion by 2027. This surge highlights the growing demand for Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) systems in various industries. As more businesses realize 

Online Reputation Management for Hotels: Key Strategies and Software Tools

 In today’s world, what people say about a hotel online can really affect its success. Whether it’s a glowing review or a critical comment, these opinions shape how other travelers see the hotel. That’s where hotel reputation management comes in. It’s all about paying attention to what guests are 

AI Revenue Management: Hands-On Experience Building a System for Airline Dynamic Pricing

 Airlines were one of the first businesses to introduce cutting-edge revenue management techniques. They pioneered the idea of changing prices on the same products — in their case, seats — dynamically, depending on the expected market conditions and willingness of passengers to pay for a particular 

Semi-Supervised Learning, Explained with Examples

 As it sometimes happens, when one approach doesn’t work to solve a problem, you try a different one. When that approach doesn’t work either, it may be a good idea to combine the best parts of both. At least that’s often the case with technology tasks. And machine learning is no exception. You’ve 

Solution Architect: Processes, Role Description, Responsibilities, and Certifications

 In a rapidly changing technology landscape, organizations must transform their processes and systems to meet emerging business requirements. This digital transformation demands specific expertise and a set of practices to align business focus with technological advancements. Solution architecture 

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Data Wrangling: Key Steps, Tools, and Use Cases

 Today's organizations deal with immense volumes of data that comes in different formats, lacks consistency, and often contains errors or missing values. These discrepancies become critical if your business wants to make informed decisions backed by analytical insights. Their accuracy depends on 

Fourth-Party Logistics (4PL) Explained: What They Do and How They Can Streamline Your Supply Chain

 If you're looking for a logistics provider, a simple Google search will suggest a wide variety of 3, 4, 5, 6, and even 7PLs – which can be pretty confusing. But we'll share a secret with you: Their services don't differ as drastically as you might imagine.
One piece of evidence proving this 

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Hotel CRM Software: Key Features, Best Tools, and Implementation Tips

 In the hospitality industry, managing relationships is crucial for business success. Memorable experiences translate into positive reviews, driving more guests to your hotel. A CRM system is indispensable for facilitating good customer service and offering support in reservation management and 

Hotel Yield Management: Pricing and Reservation Strategies to Maximize Revenue

 The hospitality industry is highly competitive, so it’s crucial to make the most of every single room. This is where the magic – or should we say science? – of yield management comes into play. It's all about using data to maximize sales, keep your property full, and ultimately boost profits. This 

Solution Architecture Explained: Solving Business Problems with Technology

 Have you noticed that software development borrows a lot of its terminology from construction? Like construction projects, software development often follows a phased approach with distinct stages such as design, development, and maintenance mirroring the construction process. And just as 

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Trip.com: Will the Chinese Giant Push Out Expedia and Booking?

Where do you book travel? It turns out that more than half of us use online travel agencies. But which ones? Well, it depends on where you live. In the US, it’s mostly about Expedia. In Europe, Booking.com rules. In Southeast Asia? Agoda's got you covered. 

But how about China – that little-known country in the far East with a modest population of 1.4 billion? That’s where Trip.com is clearly the winner, dominating over half of the market.

Every year, the air travel industry loses around a billion dollars to payment fraud. This results not only in financial losses but also in damaged passenger trust. However, there is a way forward. Learn how to detect fraud earlier by recognizing common scams and discover best practices to protect both your business and your customers.

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Quality and Risk Management in TMC Workflow

Kirill Stati, Managing Director of Travel Tech at AltexSoft, explores how Travel Management Companies manage quality and risk. From booking checks and RPA-powered automation to disruption response and travel analytics, discover how modern tech is reshaping corporate travel operations for safety, efficiency, and compliance.

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Data Cleaning Basics: Definition, Best Practices, and Tools

Online Reputation Management for Hotels: Key Strategies and Software Tools