Bibliometric Research Of Postgraduate Theses On Technology Acceptance Model Prepared In The Field Of Tourism, Mustafa Said Kocabıyık, Engin Deniz Eriş

Journal of Mediterranean Tourism Research

Within the scope of the study, 16 postgraduate theses published in the field of tourism between 2000 and 2023 were examined within the framework of the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) concept. In line with the study, it is aimed to reveal 23-year research trends in the field of tourism. The investigations were carried out within the scope of "Technology Acceptance Model" in the Thesis Center database of the Presidency of the Higher Education Institution and the data obtained from the studies were classified. Studies obtained; It is presented with parameters according to years, number of publications, thesis type, place where …

Empowering Inclusivity: Leveraging Technology For Designing Accessible Events, Smita Singh, Godwin-Charles Ogbeide, Jazmyn Johannassen

ICHRIE Research Reports

In the evolving landscape of meeting and event management, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity is paramount. This literature review delves into the technological advancements in creating universally accessible events. From assistive listening devices to augmented reality for sensory enhancement, we dissect various tools and methodologies. By analyzing a spectrum of scholarly articles, case studies, and real-world applications, the review underscores the transformative power of technology in removing barriers and fostering inclusivity. The findings advocate for proactive adoption of these technologies, reiterating that inclusivity in meeting and event design is not just ethical but imperative today.

Tech-Savvy Hospitality: A Strategic Approach To Overcoming Labor Shortages, Donna Haywood, Smita Singh Dr.

ICHRIE Research Reports

The hospitality industry faces an unprecedented labor shortage, prompting a surge in technological solutions. This reflection paper explores how innovations such as robotics, artificial intelligence, and digital applications are being deployed to bridge these staffing gaps. By analyzing the role of technology in areas like housekeeping, guest services, event, and culinary operations, implications for service quality and industry standards are also assessed. While technology offers potential alleviation for labor challenges, it's crucial to consider its impact on the inherent human-centric nature of hospitality.

The Effect Of The Usage Of Virtual Reality In Tourism Education On Learning Motivation, Sarp T. Kumlu, Emrah Ozkul

University of South Florida (USF) M3 Publishing

Humanity has developed with technology by following the new products that emerge throughout their lives. Technology, especially in education, enables students to show interest by having different and fun experiences in the course. It is thought that technology in applied and theoretical courses is also considered to be important in tourism education just as it is in engineering, architecture, and medicine as an effective tool for students to enjoy and succeed in the course. Besides that, it is possible to say that it is easier for students to access information and save time with technological tools. In the 21st century, …

The Place Of Kazakhstan Tourism Sector In The Countries Of The Region In Terms Of Transportation Infrastructure, Maiya Myrzabekova, Muhsin Halis, Zafer Camlibel

University of South Florida (USF) M3 Publishing

For most countries with high tourism potential in today's world to develop economically and provide the foreign currency income it needs, it is necessary to increase the level of employment, market share and revenues it receives in the national sense. Because of this, many countries are engaged in relentless competition with each other in the international tourism sector. The different dimensions of the concept of National Competitiveness have attracted the attention of many researchers from various disciplines. While the discipline of economics makes the concept of competition a subject of examination at the international level in the light of the …

Factors That Prevent Participation Of Tourists In Online Co-Creation Activities, Resat Arica, Feridun Duman, Abdulkadir Corbaci

University of South Florida (USF) M3 Publishing

The study aimed to identify the factors that prevent tourists from participating in online co-creation activities. With this aim, the study sample was selected from the tourists who travelled to Istanbul, who did not participate in co-creation. The data were collected through the questionnaire technique, then, analyzed with descriptive and exploratory factor analysis. The findings of the study showed that three factors prevented the tourists from participating in online co-creation activities. These factors were named as (i) lack of knowledge, (ii) lack of participation in social communication networks, and (iii) personal perceptions of co-creation. Lack of knowledge is the most …

Technology In The Meetings And Events Industry, Gina Fe G. Causin, Leslie G. Scamacca

University of South Florida (USF) M3 Publishing

OVERVIEW

Over the past ten years, advancements in technology have created seismic shifts in how meetings and events are planned, marketed, and produced. While technology has not eliminated the importance of face-to-face meetings, what has radically changed are the tools at the disposal of the meeting and event professional throughout the event planning lifecycle. For example, event and guest bandwidth continues to increase in importance and, in many cases, may become a tipping point in the site selection process. Social media and mobile devices have become an inextricable part of the event management landscape. Meeting professionals used to preach turn …

Hospitality And Tourism Information Technology, Cihan Cobanoglu, Seden Dogan, Katerina Berezina, Galen Collins

University of South Florida (USF) M3 Publishing

Preface

Technology has redefined how we experience hospitality. From the front of the house to the back, technology has allowed hospitality businesses to provide a faster, better, and more personalized service. Such benefits may be achieved by relying on the systems that remember all customer preferences, by bringing guests the speed and convenience of self-check-in, and employing robots that may attend to customer requests around the clock. However, all these wonderful innovations come with challenges, such as justifying a return on investment, establishing system security, building sustainable solutions, ensuring interoperability across different systems, and delivering high touch while using high …

Kitchen Competent 廚房獻「技」, Rachel Duffell

AMBROSIA 客道 : The Magazine of The International Culinary Institute

As technology increasingly pervades all aspects of our lives, acclaimed chefs reveal how important it is to their art, but also what it will never be able to replace.

科技已經滲透生活每個層面，知名大廚將與我們分享科技的好處，以及科技無法取代的事物。

Hospitality Review Volume 31 Issue 2 2013, Fiu Hospitality Review

Hospitality Review

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Research Note: Biometric Technology Applications And Trends In Hotels, Anil Bilgihan Dr., Ersem Karadag, Cihan Cobanoglu, Fevzi Okumus

Hospitality Review

The purpose of this study is to investigate the biometrics technologies adopted by hotels and the perception of hotel managers toward biometric technology applications. A descriptive, cross sectional survey was developed based on extensive review of literature and expert opinions. The population for this survey was property level executive managers in the U.S. hotels. Members of American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) were selected as the target population for this study. The most frequent use of biometric technology is by hotel employees in the form of fingerprint scanning. Cost still seems to be one of the major barriers to adoption …

Examining Technology Adoption And Management Perception Of Inventory Management Systems: The Case Of Aruba Restaurants, Kimberly Severt, Robin B. Depietro, Diana Herrera

Hospitality Review

The purpose of this paper is to explore the use of automated inventory management systems (IMS) and identify the stage of technology adoption for restaurants in Aruba. A case study analysis involving twelve members of the Aruba Gastronomic Association was conducted using a qualitative research design to gather information on approaches currently used as well as the reasons and perceptions managers/owners have for using or not using automated systems in their facilities. This is the first study conducted using the Aruba restaurant market. Therefore, the application of two technology adoption models was used to integrate critical factors relevant to the …

Importance-Performance Analysis Of Guest Entertainment Technology Amenities In The Lodging Industry, Anil Bilgihan Dr., Cihan Cobanoglu, Brian L. Miller

Hospitality Review

An assessment of how hotel guests view in-room entertainment-technology amenities was conducted to compare the importance of these technologies to how they performed. In-room entertainment technology continues to evolve in the hotel industry. However, given the multitude of entertainment products available in the marketplace today, hoteliers have little understanding of guests’ expectations and of which in-room entertainment-technology amenities will drive guest satisfaction and increase loyalty to the hotel brand. Given that technology is integral to a hotel stay, this study seeks to evaluate the importance and performance of in-room entertainment-technology amenities. Findings indicate that free-to-guest television (FTG TV) and high-speed …

Is Your Hotel Missing Technology?, Loren Ford, Robert C. Ford, Stephen M. Lebruto

Hospitality Review

In order to become more effective and efficient in providing guest services, hotels must avail themselves of information technology. A firm's competitive edge and quality can be the result of the successful implementation of an information sys- tem. The authors present in this article the why, who, what, when, where, and how of implementing information systems.

Teleconferencing Technology: Recent Development And Implications For Hotel Industry, A.J. Singh, Kye-Sung Chon

Hospitality Review

Even though the popularity and usage of teleconferencing is evident primarily outside the lodging industry, lodging operators cannot choose to ifnore the role teleconferencing will play in meeting the changing needs of guests. The authors discuss the factors that spurred the growth of teleconferencing, the opportunities and threats faced by lodging operators, and suggestions for taking advantage of the technology.