## Tourism Innovation Summit 2024: AI, Big Data, and the Future of Travel in Seville
The world of travel is rapidly evolving, driven by the power of technology. From optimizing operations to creating personalized experiences, AI, big data, and digital trends are transforming the tourism landscape. This October, the Tourism Innovation Summit 2024 (TIS2024) in Seville, Spain, will bring together leading CIOs and IT leaders from major companies like AR Hotels, Vueling, Catalonia Hotels, Renfe, Ilunion Hotels, and Lopesan to explore these exciting advancements.
A Glimpse into the Future of Travel:
Taking place from October 23-25, TIS2024 will provide a platform for insightful discussions and knowledge sharing. The summit’s focus will be on how AI, big data, and digitalization are redefining the industry. Key topics include:
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The Paris 2024 Olympic Games:
Learn how organizational strategies and technological advancements helped make the Games a success. Gain insights into infrastructure management, cross-sector collaboration, and how advanced digital tools can optimize future large-scale events for organizers, travelers, and host communities.*
AI, Data, and Cybersecurity in Tourism:
Discover the power of data and AI to revolutionize the industry. Experts like Dolores Ordóñez, vice president of Gaia-X, and Olga Preveden, Project Manager at the Austrian National Tourist Office, will discuss regulations shaping AI usage in Europe and the challenges of creating a tourism data space. They will highlight how emerging technologies are transforming traveler experiences and improving operational efficiency.With technological advancements comes the crucial need for cybersecurity. David Alonso, Cybersecurity Consultant at Telefónica Tech, will address the critical need for cybersecurity in an industry handling vast amounts of sensitive traveler data. He will discuss the consequences of security breaches, including reputational damage and loss of customer trust.
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Sustainability and AI in Tourism Management:
Sustainability is a key concern for the tourism industry. Experts such as Edoardo Colombo, president of AI Associazione Italiana per l’Intelligenza Artificiale nel Turismo, and Feliks Kasmi, CEO of Cientouno Group, will showcase how AI and big data are transforming resource management in hospitality. They will discuss how technology can drive sustainable practices, from energy demand predictions to resource optimization, enhancing both efficiency and environmental responsibility.*
Strategic Management, Operations, and Marketing with AI:
AI is revolutionizing strategic management, operations, and personalized marketing. Experts like Nina Colarić Cvirn, Head of Social Media at the Slovenian Tourist Board, and Francisco Nogueira, Country Lead Iberia and LATAM at HiJiffy, will delve into how AI tools enable more accurate decision-making, streamline operations, and create tailored customer experiences, improving engagement and operational success.*