Client Profile: A multi-brand hotel group operating 17 properties across multiple states faced rising operational costs and inconsistent vendor performance in energy, water, waste, laundry, food, and payroll. Exceedia Group conducted a spend audit to identify inefficiencies and implement targeted solutions.
Solutions & Results:
- Energy, Water & Waste (22% savings):
- Energy: Upgraded to LED lighting and smart HVAC systems, reducing electricity consumption by 18%.
- Water: Installed low-flow fixtures and greywater recycling systems, cutting water use by 25% and lowering utility bills.
- Waste: Partnered with recycling vendors and introduced composting programs, diverting 40% of landfill waste.
- Laundry Services (19% savings):
- Vendor consolidation to a single provider offering bulk-rate pricing and energy-efficient equipment.
- Linen reuse programs for guests, reducing laundry cycles by 30% without compromising service quality.
- Food Procurement (17% savings):
- Centralized purchasing of seasonal ingredients from local suppliers, lowering food costs.
- Portion control systems and FIFO inventory management, reducing spoilage and waste by 20%.
- Menu optimization to prioritize high-margin, low-waste dishes.
- Payroll Optimization (15% savings):
- Labor forecasting tools to align staffing with occupancy rates, minimizing overtime.
- Cross-training programs to enable flexible staffing during peak/off-peak hours.
- Automated time-tracking systems to reduce payroll errors and improve compliance.
Outcome:
The hotel group achieved $2.1M in annual savings, improved sustainability metrics, and redirected funds toward guest experience upgrades.