After six months of intense collaboration, the second edition of the Vaud digital transformation coaching program, initiated by EHL Hospitality Business School, the Service de la promotion de l'économie et de l'innovation (SPEI), and Vaud Promotion, has officially come to an end. We had the pleasure of working with seven dynamic companies and associations, each bringing unique and innovative projects that demonstrated the importance of digital transformation in the Vaud tourism sector.
Real, innovative, practical projects
The projects selected this year were particularly concrete and diverse, ranging from the digitization of the customer experience to the optimization of information systems. Here's an overview of the projects:
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AQUATIS Aquarium SA: Integration of an AI-based chatbot to modernize the visitor experience.
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Château de Vullierens (Portes des Iris SA): Development of a system for collecting anonymous visitor data.
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Association Slowlution - Bootis: Creation of a mobile version of the web platform for people with reduced mobility.
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Montreux-Vevey Tourisme: Digitization of the Montreux Riviera Card for a more personalized experience.
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Association de l'Arboretum national du Vallon de l'Aubonne: Modernization of information system to enhance data management and operations.
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Nexswiss Sàrl: Development of multilingual interactive audioguide maps.
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Avenches Tourisme: Implementation of a camping management software.
Some inspiring case studies
To illustrate these successes, we have written detailed case studies, offering concrete examples of how these SMEs have taken advantage of the coaching program. These case studies serve as a reference for future interested parties, showing how digital transformation can boost the tourism sector.
Click below to discover the case studies:
An ongoing commitment to innovation
With this edition, three Vaud partners reaffirmed their commitment to digital innovation in Vaud tourism. The objective remains the same: to accelerate the canton's digital transformation while boosting the tourism sector. We are convinced that the extension of our network will contribute to the success of each initiative and the advancement of tourism innovation in the Canton of Vaud.
If you would like to know more about these projects, or are interested in collaborating with us or any of the project owners, we encourage you to contact us. Or...maybe this time, you will be the one to submit a project!