HDMI: High-Definition Multimedia Interface Definition: A digital/audio/video/data connector; a replacement for analog video standards that is compatible with computer monitors, video projectors, digital TVs...
IDS: Internet Distribution System Definition: A collection of online travel portals or agencies that have huge member bases and specialize in internet marketing of...
PPE: Personal Protective Equipment Definition: Equipment worn to minimize exposure to hazards that cause serious workplace injuries and illnesses. These injuries and illnesses may...
Average Published Rate (API) Definition: The average published rate is measured by averaging the range of published room rates for various room sizes (single,...
CFL: Compact Fluorescent Light or Lighting Definition: A type of fluorescent light. Compared to incandescent lamps of the same luminous flux, CFLs use less energy and...
CIC Program: CheckINN Certified Program Definition: The CheckINN Certified Program recognizes hotel properties that provide best-in-class service to CLC guests. The program provides CLC customers...
Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) Definition: Customer acquisition cost is the aggregated sum of all expenses to put heads in beds. This includes travel promotions,...
DPA: Digital Performance Analyst Definition: A Choice Hotels Digital Performance Analyst (DPA) works with you (at no charge) to optimize your hotel’s digital presence...
HOST (Hotel Operating Statistics) Almanac Definition: The HOST Almanac contains information on hotel revenues and expenses broken down by departments including rooms, food and beverage,...
HVAC: Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Definition: HVAC systems provide control of the interior temperature, humidity, air movement, and air quality within the structure. A well-designed...