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Ignazio Pisano, a human to drive the RM machine

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Ignazio Pisano

You always want to have a human behind the machine because so far I have never seen even the most sophisticated RMS being entirely autonomous or capable to take autonomously decisions

SUMMARY
Ignazio Pisano’s journey in revenue management began by chance in hotel operations in Italy, where he quickly developed a passion for hospitality and data analysis. Starting from front desk roles, he transitioned into revenue management at a time when dynamic pricing was just emerging.

Ignazio gained experience across hotels, resorts, and car rental industries, working with major brands like NH Hotels, Europcar, Pierre & Vacances, and Louvre Hotels. He led the deployment of several revenue management systems (RMS), including pioneering projects with tools like EZRMS, Opticar, GDA, and Duetto.

Ignazio’s achievements include driving digital transformation, managing complex capacity and pricing challenges, and successfully implementing RMS in both hospitality and mobility sectors. His approach emphasizes the importance of human expertise alongside technology, and he advocates for gradual, well-supported change management in organizations.

📌 Chapters

00:00:00 Introduction and music selection

00:04:30 Ignazio’s early career in hotel operations

00:12:10 Transition to revenue management and first experiences00:19:00 The evolution from static to dynamic pricing

00:25:45 Early RMS tools and the rise of electronic distribution

00:32:20 Move to Europcar and differences in car rental RM

00:41:00 Capacity management challenges in car rental

00:50:30 Technology limitations and legacy systems

00:58:15 Complexity of pricing and inventory in car rental

01:07:00 Duration bands and selling at a loss in car rental

01:15:30 RMS implementation: goals, challenges, and resistance

01:25:00 The role of AI and the irreplaceable human factor

01:32:45 Advice for successful RMS adoption and change management

01:41:00 Learning habits and sources of inspiration

01:47:30 Reflections on career successes and failures

01:54:00 Closing music and final thoughts

Ignazio Pisano

Meet our guest

Ignazio Pisano

With over 15 years of experience in revenue management, pricing, commercial strategy, project and change management, I am passionate about driving revenue and profit growth for the hospitality and mobility sectors. I have a proven track record of delivering successful projects, launching innovative solutions, and fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Confident with tight deadlines and with the gravitas to communicate either with a Trainee, a General Manager as well as an Executive member, I am able to motivate and coach my team and build up strong relationships with all the relevant stakeholders. I am fluent in Italian, French, and English, and have excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.I’m also the co-founder of Legnonaturale.com, a leading ecommerce of wooden constructions, and Bella-casa.it, comfort & quality Bed and Breakfast concept.

Emmanuel Scuto
CEO of WeYield & Podcaster

🎙️ As the host of The Revenue Machine podcast, I am passionate about transforming the car rental industry through Yield, Revenue Management, and new technologies. Entrepreneur since 2007, I founded WeYield to empower and, more importantly, to provide greater freedom to all entrepreneurs and professionals in the Mobility sector.

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