The document discusses how independent hotels and hotel groups can justify the cost of hiring service technicians to provide digitally delivered services that compete with large hotel brands. It notes that such services can help increase hotel performance through yield management, upsells, and increased guest loyalty and retention by reducing reliance on expensive distribution channels and encouraging direct booking. Mobile technologies are said to help improve quality, satisfaction, loyalty, and reputation by learning guest preferences, providing customized stays, and facilitating word-of-mouth promotion through social media feedback. Specific mobile uses mentioned include fixing issues before checkout, promoting and selling services, sharing information, improving check-in/out efficiency, and allowing room service orders by phone.