This report discusses the scale and size of accommodation services in the hospitality industry, different forms of ownership, the role of grading and classification systems in booking accommodation, and the functions and key roles in the front office and housekeeping departments. It also highlights the importance of forecasting linen stock, interrelations between departments, scheduling maintenance to minimize disruption to guests, and the significance of security within an organization. The report focuses on The Ritz hotel in London as a case study.