Niantic, Conn. - November 7, 2008 - INNCOM International, Inc., provider of advanced software-based guestroom control systems, and LodgeNet Interactive Corporation (NASDAQ: LNET), the leading provider of media and connectivity solutions to the hospitality industry, will showcase an innovative new solution that enables INNCOM's guestroom technologies to be accessed over the LodgeNet Interactive TV platform. As a result, guests and hoteliers can benefit from controlling or monitoring in-room climate, lighting, drape positioning, fan speed, radio and volume, as well as guestroom status. A demonstration of the INNCOM / LodgeNet joint technology will be presented in Booth No. 3232 at the International Hotel/Motel & Restaurant Show November 9-11 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York.
"We are the global leader in guestroom automation systems for the global lodging industry, with proven product and technology," said Rick Quirino, INNCOM President. "The characteristics that make us unique in this domain include patented wireless technology, seamless integration of telecommunications and control functions, advanced multi-tasking software and easy-to-use human interfaces. We believe that our new solution with LodgeNet will further reinforce our respective capabilities, delight our customers, and leverage our marketing efforts."
"Increasingly, hoteliers are focused on seeking new ways to enhance the guest experience while also managing costs," said Paul Johnson, Vice President of Product Management for LodgeNet. "We've addressed these concerns by collaborating with INNCOM to deliver an all-inclusive technology solution that puts control over virtually every aspect of the hotel room environment at the guest's fingertips. We look forward to working together with our new partners at INNCOM to deliver outstanding business results on behalf of hoteliers, and increased satisfaction for their guests."
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LodgeNet Interactive Corporation is the leading provider of media and connectivity solutions designed to meet the unique needs of hospitality, healthcare and other guest-based businesses. LodgeNet Interactive serves more than 1.9 million hotel rooms representing 10,000 hotel properties worldwide in addition to healthcare facilities throughout the United States. The company's services include: Interactive Television Solutions, Broadband Internet Solutions, Content Solutions, Professional Solutions and Advertising Media Solutions. LodgeNet Interactive Corporation owns and operates businesses under the industry leading brands: LodgeNet, LodgeNetRX, and The Hotel Networks. LodgeNet Interactive is listed on NASDAQ and trades under the symbol LNET. For more information, please visit www.lodgenet.com.
Founded in 1986, INNCOM develops, manufactures, and markets advanced guestroom control systems for the global lodging industry. The company's product line ranges from programmable digital thermostats to fully integrated energy management, lighting control and communication systems. All INNCOM products are designed to enhance guest comfort, safety and satisfaction while increasing bottom line profits for property owners. INNCOM systems are installed in more than 650,000 guestrooms in many of the most prestigious hotels in 26 countries.