Across the hospitality sector, the rise of cellular IoT is enabling a new wave of smart, efficient, and data-driven operations. From hotel rooms and professional kitchens to cold chain logistics and public restrooms, connected devices are streamlining processes and enhancing guest experiences. Unlike traditional connectivity methods, cellular networks provide a flexible and secure backbone—without relying on venue infrastructure.

Why Cellular Connectivity?

Cellular IoT allows for real-time monitoring, remote control, and automation—even in locations without fixed-line internet or Wi-Fi. This makes it particularly valuable for multi-site operations, legacy buildings, or mobile environments where traditional networking is impractical or cost-prohibitive.

Common use cases across the industry include:

• Refrigeration, hygiene, and energy monitoring
   

• Predictive maintenance of HVAC and elevator systems
   

• Asset tracking for kitchen and delivery equipment
   

• Cold chain visibility during international transport
   

Case Studies from Around the World

In Greece, ISTOMS created a logistics platform to track wine shipments across long distances. Their cellular-connected units monitor location, temperature, and handling in real time—ensuring traceability and reducing spoilage.

In the UK, Sollatek developed a remote refrigeration monitoring system for food service and retail businesses. It helps operators comply with food safety standards, prevent equipment failure, and reduce energy waste - all without needing local Wi-Fi.

SmartKitchen in Finland built a digital kitchen platform using cellular-connected sensors to automate task management, monitor hygiene, and manage inventory. Their solution supports foodservice providers in scaling operations efficiently across multiple locations. More at https://soracom.io/customers/consumer/smartkitchen/. 

Swiss company Econal is tackling water waste with cellular-enabled urinal sensors. Their system tracks usage and detects leaks, allowing for smarter maintenance in high-traffic hospitality venues like hotels, event spaces, and public restrooms.

Enerbrain, based in Italy, offers smart energy management tools that monitor HVAC systems and indoor air quality in real time. Their platform is designed to optimize energy usage and comfort without relying on guest-facing networks. Visit https://soracom.io/customers/energy/iot-smart-buildings/. 

Fujitec has integrated remote diagnostics into its elevator systems, allowing for early issue detection in large hotel properties. Mitsubishi Electric Europe applies similar strategies for HVAC systems, helping reduce maintenance costs and downtime.

Ubiquicom, an Italian company, enables real-time tracking of kitchen equipment and other mobile assets, both indoors and outdoors. n the U.S., DCS uses cellular fleet tracking and cargo monitoring to improve hospitality logistics. Details at https://soracom.io/customers/transportation/dcs/. 

Aurora provides point-of-sale solutions used in high-traffic food courts and restaurants. Their cellular-based POS terminals enable reliable transactions without relying on busy local networks. See https://soracom.io/customers/retail/aurora-payments/. 

ColdChase, a Canadian firm, supports cold chain logistics with real-time shipment monitoring for food suppliers and hospitality businesses. Their platform detects temperature anomalies and ensures regulatory compliance. Visit https://soracom.io/customers/transportation/coldchase/. 

Zan Compute offers janitorial management tools powered by cellular IoT. Their solution tracks supply levels, restroom use, and cleaning cycles—helping hotels and venues improve service while reducing costs. More at https://soracom.io/customers/smart-building/zan-compute/. 

Why It Matters

• No need for local infrastructure

• Secure and encrypted communications

• Fast to deploy, easy to scale

• Remote monitoring and updates
   

As hospitality operations become more connected, cellular IoT offers a practical, reliable path to digital transformation supporting efficiency, sustainability, and better guest experiences.