How Entegra Will Improve Procurement at Choice Hotels

Choice Hotels International, one of the world’s largest lodging franchisors, has announced an agreement with Entegra, the world’s largest food group purchasing organisation.

This collaboration will empower hotel owners with access to over 3,000 suppliers worldwide through Entegra’s digital group purchasing organisation platform.

The agreement will enable hotel owners to make informed food purchasing decisions, potentially save money and improve overall business performance.

Powerful suite of data and tools

“Entegra is proud to partner with Choice Hotels, one of the largest and most successful lodging companies in the world,” says Entegra Global CEO, Damien Calderini.

“Through this program, our powerful suite of data and digital tools, procurement solutions and supply chain expertise will help Choice Hotels deliver opportunities for their franchisees to create memorable hospitality experiences for hotel visitors.”

Choice Hotels International is recognised globally as one of the largest franchises, with nearly 7,500 hotels representing more than 630,000 rooms in 45 countries and territories.

Its diverse portfolio of 22 brands ranges from full-service upper upscale properties to midscale, extended stay and economy.

More value to Choice

“Through this agreement with Entegra, we’re looking forward to bringing even more value to our brands and franchisees, who may see better pricing on products and greater day-to-day operational support,” adds Choice Hotels VP of Procurement, Anya Kroupnik.

“This will enable us to continue delivering on Choice’s promise of providing opportunities to reduce the total cost of hotel ownership and enhance guest satisfaction.”

Entegra Procurement Services, operating in 10 countries, is one of the largest food group purchasing organisations globally.

Entegra supports the hospitality sector, including hotels, restaurants, golf and leisure facilities and senior living communities, by providing industry-specific saving solutions and improving their operations.

A subsidiary of Sodexo, Entegra helps its clients unlock unlimited performance in their businesses through its unmatched purchasing power, enabled by a comprehensive suite of digital tools, personalised advisory services and corporate social responsibility programmes.

Greater business intelligence 

“Clients choose Entegra for a wide range of products and services and stay with us because we offer more ways for them to be competitive and thrive,” says Jeff Porterfield, Entegra Senior Vice President of Client Services.

“In addition to savings, we’re excited to provide Choice franchisees with dedicated service and support, as well as access to our innovative technology platform to enable greater business intelligence and operational efficiency.”

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