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Small Hotels See Big Operations Benefits Using IP Communications Systems from LG-EricssonIRVINE, Calif. --(Business Wire)-- LG-Ericsson (News - Alert) USA (www.lgericssonus.com) recently announced the availability of iPECS-LIK Hotel, a specialized version of the company's iPECS-LIK communication management software that is delivered with the company's IP communications systems. Incorporating productivity-boosting property management features that increase the already impressive benefits of installing IP-based communication for managing telephony, the iPECS-LIK Hotel version is available now through authorized LG-Ericsson USA distributors, integrators and resellers. LG-Ericsson USA's easy to use iPECS-LIK Hotel provides large property automation for smaller properties-affordably. An alternative to the standard iPECS-LIK Office software for business, the application is provided free of charge with iPECS-LIK integrated IP communications systems. And, in addition to having bottom-line enhancing features now, interoperability with property management software from Micros Fidelio means that it keeps working as the property grows and/or needs to coordinate with restaurants, spas or other hotel-associated amenities. "The benefits of moving a property's telecommunications to an LG-Ericsson pure IP system are made even more impressive when that system can help track room status, charges and more, in addition to providing cost-effective property-wide IP telephony nd other communications services," said Iain Kenney (News - Alert), Director of Product Marketing for LG-Ericsson USA. "iPECS-LIK Hotel is that oft referred to 'killer app' that will drive network installations or expansions for many smaller properties," added Kenney. "And, the full infrastructure can be built with robust, economical LG-Ericsson-USA network switches that combine high bandwidth with ease of management and traffic-prioritizing features like QoS to keep the voice traffic flowing while optimizing the network for data systems as well. iPECS-LIK provides excellent performance, whether on a centralized or a distributed network, providing the flexibility to adapt to the reality of a converged network." iPECS-LIK Hotel works with iPECS-LIK's pure IP communications systems to provide inventory control and charges management for hotel rooms/guests. An ideal solution for small- to mid-sized independent properties of 100 rooms or fewer, the functionality is built into the same software that manages the voice system, so the investment pulls double duty: it's a complete all-in-one system, providing phone services for guests, and guest room management for the business. Using room-installed handsets, hotel housekeeping staff can communicate occupancy and/or cleaning status of rooms; minibar attendants can log charges. Front office staff can use the same phone handset interface or a Web based GUI to manage and track room rates, guest charges, check-in/checkout, moves/changes, folio printing and more. And, for larger properties, it provides that same economical complete phone system, and integration with industry-leading Property Management System, Micros Fidelio. Available now through LG-Ericsson USA resellers, iPECS Hotel software for the iPECS-LIK Business-Enabled Communications System integrates critical property management tools with the telephony system to help streamline the business of running a hotel-bringing even more benefit from the IP communications upgrade. LG-Ericsson's full-featured business communications solutions converge data, voice, video for effective communication and integration. And, as with all of the company's voice products, it's backed by LG-Ericsson USA's comprehensive 5 year warranty and expert, US headquarters-based technical support-to put flexible, reliable, economical connections to work for business. About LG-Ericsson USA Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., LG-Ericsson USA is a joint venture between LG-Ericsson and Accton Technology (News - Alert). LG-Ericsson USA provides solutions that keep information moving and connections strong for businesses, from the SMB to the Enterprise. Its robust products offer companies a critical combination of scalability, performance and innovative feature sets that eliminate barriers to the exchange of information. And, its outstanding passion for excellence and performance ensure a product line that leads the global market through innovation for the best in utility, reliability and usability. For more information, visit LG-Ericsson USA online, at http://www.lgericssonus.com. © 2011 LG-Ericsson USA, Inc. LG-Ericsson and the LG-Ericsson logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of LG Corporation and Ericsson respectively in the United States and/or other countries. Other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Information is subject to change without notice. All rights reserved.
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