# Automation vs Control in Revenue Management: Finding the Right Balance ft. Alessandro Poncini

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Podcast: [RevLabs by PriceLabs](https://stenobird.com/podcast/revlabs-by-pricelabs-7022136)
Published: 2026-04-02T14:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

Automation is powerful — but it’s not a replacement for strategy. In this episode of RevLabs Insider on RevLabs by PriceLabs , host Kyle Driskell sits down with Alessandro Poncini (Manager, Solutions Consultant at PriceLabs) to break down one of the most important questions in modern revenue management: 👉 How much should you automate — and how much should you control? Drawing from experience across OTAs, PMS platforms, and revenue management tools, Alessandro shares how top-performing operators balance automation with hands-on strategy. 🔑 What you’ll learn: Why dynamic pricing is not “plug-and-play” When to trust automation — and when to intervene Why adding more features doesn’t always improve performance How high-performing teams segment their portfolios The role of market data vs intuition in pricing 🎯 If you manage multiple listings or lead a revenue team, this episode gives you a practical framework for improving performance without overcomplicating your setup. To learn more, visit https://www.pricelabs.co Thinking of giving it a try?Sign up for a free 30-day trial period at https://pricelabs.co/users/sign_up Check out our reviews on Capterra - https://www.capterra.com/p/158348/PriceLabs/

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