Mastering Procurement in Remote Hotel Locations: Challenges and Strategic Solutions

Procurement hurdles in remote hotel locations require meticulous planning and strategic insight. According to a Global Business Travel Association survey, 54% of hotel executives in remote locations reported difficulty finding sufficiently diverse suppliers to meet their procurement needs. Studies by the International Journal of Hospitality Management found that hotels in remote areas face up to 30% higher procurement costs than their urban counterparts due to transportation and logistical challenges. In addition, 50% of remote hotels cite inadequate technological infrastructure and lack advanced procurement solutions like P2P software.