Marriott readies next steps in distribution amid $1B tech revamp
Marriott International has spent roughly $1 billion over three years replatforming its central reservation system, property management system, and loyalty platform. It has deployed to 1,700 hotels in the US and Canada, with global rollout planned over the next 12-18 months. The new system will enable more detailed room choices, non-room product booking, and personalization. Marriott is also exploring partnerships with TMCs and AI channels.
Impact and considerations
Marriott's tech revamp will reshape hotel distribution, affecting corporate travelers' booking experience and TMC partnerships. The rise of AI channels may shift traffic sources.
Key points
- Marriott has spent roughly $1 billion on tech replatforming.
- Deployed to 1,700 hotels in US and Canada, with global rollout planned.
- New system enables detailed room choices and non-room product booking.
- Marriott is exploring partnerships with TMCs and AI channels.
Sources and time
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- PhocusWire / Phocuswright
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- First source publication
- 7 Jul 2026, 16:00
- Page published
- 12 Aug 2026, 14:22
- Last updated
- 7 Jul 2026, 16:00
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- PhocusWire All News：Amid $1B tech revamp, Marriott readies next steps in distribution (opens in a new tab)Primary source · en · Published 7 Jul 2026, 16:00