A century of crafting the perfect sleep experience
We all know that a good night's sleep can make or break a guest's experience, and in the competitive world of hospitality, it's crucial...
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kairenthompson
- Jun 30
- 4 min
Addressing Labour Shortages in the UK Hospitality Sector
In the ever-changing world of the UK hospitality sector, one pain point that continues to challenge businesses is the ongoing labour...
kairenthompson
- May 31
- 4 min
Leveraging Procurement Services Support to Reduce Costs
In the fast-paced world of hospitality, businesses face many challenges in achieving profitability and success. With intense competition...
kairenthompson
- Mar 10
- 2 min
'Go green' solutions to help you save money and the planet
As a hospitality decision-maker, you're faced with the challenge of making sustainable yet profitable decisions. You know your business...
kairenthompson
- Feb 15
- 3 min
Rising costs impact plate prices as inflation stays high
The struggle is real for restaurants when it comes to inflation. Prices for kitchen staples have been drastically increasing, making it...
kairenthompson
- Feb 10
- 2 min
MPs told of scale of energy crisis in hospitality
Earlier this week, MPs heard that some energy suppliers are refusing to pass on government discounts to restaurants, pubs and hotels who...
kairenthompson
- Nov 17, 2022
- 2 min
UK foodservice inflation heading towards 20%
According to the CGA Prestige Foodservice Price Index (FPI), food prices have increased yet again, this time hitting 19.9%. This is the...
kairenthompson
- Oct 20, 2022
- 3 min
Get the support you need from our trusted partners
At Beacon, we're always on the lookout for businesses that can help us support our customers. We know that when our customers succeed, we...
kairenthompson
- Sep 20, 2022
- 4 min
Ideas and insights for a successful festive season
Christmas is a key calendar event for the hospitality sector, and Bidfood's new Christmas Insights Guide can give you the edge you need...
kairenthompson
- Aug 17, 2022
- 2 min
Get up to 10% off at B&Q and TradePoint when you spend £250 or more.
As a Beacon member, you're eligible for free TradePoint membership - giving you access to savings on tools and materials, and the chance...
kairenthompson
- Aug 15, 2022
- 3 min
Hospitality leaders warn of potential winter closures
Soaring energy costs could prompt business closures this winter if the government doesn't provide more support according to hospitality...
kairenthompson
- Aug 1, 2022
- 2 min
New inquiry into labour shortages launched
The House of Lords Economic Affairs Committee has put a call out for written evidence to support its new inquiry into recent trends in UK...
kairenthompson
- Jul 25, 2022
- 6 min
New data shows a 60% rise in restaurant insolvencies
The number of restaurants falling into insolvency has increased by more than 60% in the past year, amid worker shortages and the cost of...
kairenthompson
- Jul 7, 2022
- 2 min
Price hikes forecasted as the cost of living crisis hits
Customers are being warned to brace themselves for price hikes as nearly half of firms in the hospitality sector look set to raise their...
kairenthompson
- Jun 23, 2022
- 5 min
Could robots be the answer to the labour shortage?
The hospitality industry has always relied heavily on personal interaction. Whether it's the front desk clerk who checks you in or the...
kairenthompson
- May 23, 2022
- 2 min
British Sandwich Week - The Nation's Favourites Revealed
As far as sandwich fillings go, it’s certainly not the most adventurous but the classic chicken sarnie has emerged as Britain’s most...
kairenthompson
- Apr 26, 2022
- 2 min
Don't sleep on these top tips!
How to provide your guests with a restful night's slumber! When guests check into a hotel, the first thing they usually want to do is get...
kairenthompson
- Mar 17, 2022
- 3 min
The Economic Impact of Rising Costs in the UK
In January 2022, inflation reached its highest recorded level since 1992, affecting the affordability of goods and services for...
kairenthompson
- Jan 25, 2022
- 3 min
Electric vehicles: lead the charge!
EV car sales increased by a whopping 76.3% in 2021, and, as of January 2022, there are an estimated 400,000 electric cars (EVs) on the...
kairenthompson
- Dec 7, 2021
- 2 min
Protect your customers' data AND your reputation
It is no secret that customer data is one of the most valuable assets to hospitality businesses, providing powerful insights that help to...
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