Author: Singh, Surabhi
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 317
Book Description
There is a serious issue affecting the tourism sector right now. Traditional service models and approaches are no longer sufficient to meet the evolving needs and expectations of travelers in a world characterized by unpredictability and rapid change. The demand for immersive and unique experiences has pushed this industry to explore innovative solutions. The challenge serves as the backdrop for the book, Service Innovations in Tourism: Metaverse, Immersive Technologies, and Digital Twin. In response to the industry's changing demands, this book offers a visionary solution. It presents a thorough exploration of service innovations in tourism, focusing on the transformative potential of the metaverse, digital twins, and immersive technologies. These cutting-edge innovations are reshaping the tourism landscape, offering travelers exciting new ways to choose accommodations, plan trips, and engage in events. This book goes beyond theoretical exploration into practical guidance that gives academic scholars, practitioners, students, and industry professionals the skills and insights they need to navigate and thrive in this quickly evolving field.
Service Innovations in Tourism: Metaverse, Immersive Technologies, and Digital Twin
Author: Singh, Surabhi
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 317
Book Description
There is a serious issue affecting the tourism sector right now. Traditional service models and approaches are no longer sufficient to meet the evolving needs and expectations of travelers in a world characterized by unpredictability and rapid change. The demand for immersive and unique experiences has pushed this industry to explore innovative solutions. The challenge serves as the backdrop for the book, Service Innovations in Tourism: Metaverse, Immersive Technologies, and Digital Twin. In response to the industry's changing demands, this book offers a visionary solution. It presents a thorough exploration of service innovations in tourism, focusing on the transformative potential of the metaverse, digital twins, and immersive technologies. These cutting-edge innovations are reshaping the tourism landscape, offering travelers exciting new ways to choose accommodations, plan trips, and engage in events. This book goes beyond theoretical exploration into practical guidance that gives academic scholars, practitioners, students, and industry professionals the skills and insights they need to navigate and thrive in this quickly evolving field.
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 317
Book Description
There is a serious issue affecting the tourism sector right now. Traditional service models and approaches are no longer sufficient to meet the evolving needs and expectations of travelers in a world characterized by unpredictability and rapid change. The demand for immersive and unique experiences has pushed this industry to explore innovative solutions. The challenge serves as the backdrop for the book, Service Innovations in Tourism: Metaverse, Immersive Technologies, and Digital Twin. In response to the industry's changing demands, this book offers a visionary solution. It presents a thorough exploration of service innovations in tourism, focusing on the transformative potential of the metaverse, digital twins, and immersive technologies. These cutting-edge innovations are reshaping the tourism landscape, offering travelers exciting new ways to choose accommodations, plan trips, and engage in events. This book goes beyond theoretical exploration into practical guidance that gives academic scholars, practitioners, students, and industry professionals the skills and insights they need to navigate and thrive in this quickly evolving field.
AI Innovations in Service and Tourism Marketing
Author: Nadda, Vipin
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 587
Book Description
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in service and tourism marketing has revolutionized the industry by personalizing customer experiences and optimizing operational efficiency. AI-driven tools analyze vast amounts of data to understand customer preferences, enabling businesses to offer tailored recommendations and promotions. AI-powered marketing campaigns can adapt in real-time, ensuring messages resonate with the right audience. AI Innovations in Service and Tourism Marketing discusses cutting-edge innovations in the use of AI technologies in service and tourism marketing. It explains how to harness these technologies to enhance customer experience and drive engagement. Covering topics such as automation, chatbots, and operational efficiency, this book is an excellent resource for managers, marketing professionals, business leaders, researchers, academicians, educators, and postgraduate students.
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 587
Book Description
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in service and tourism marketing has revolutionized the industry by personalizing customer experiences and optimizing operational efficiency. AI-driven tools analyze vast amounts of data to understand customer preferences, enabling businesses to offer tailored recommendations and promotions. AI-powered marketing campaigns can adapt in real-time, ensuring messages resonate with the right audience. AI Innovations in Service and Tourism Marketing discusses cutting-edge innovations in the use of AI technologies in service and tourism marketing. It explains how to harness these technologies to enhance customer experience and drive engagement. Covering topics such as automation, chatbots, and operational efficiency, this book is an excellent resource for managers, marketing professionals, business leaders, researchers, academicians, educators, and postgraduate students.
Research, Innovation, and Industry Impacts of the Metaverse
Author: Kumar, Jeetesh
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 361
Book Description
Imagine a world where the digital and physical worlds intertwine seamlessly - this is the metaverse. This complex digital environment has the potential to revolutionize our lives in a multitude of ways. Yet the lack of standardized frameworks and guidelines creates a fragmented ecosystem with varying levels of security, privacy, and usability that can hinder the integration of the metaverse into our daily lives in cohesive, safe, and beneficial ways. Research, Innovation, and Industry Impacts of the Metaverse offers a comprehensive solution to the challenges posed by the metaverse. It serves as a roadmap for researchers, academics, and practitioners by providing a structured framework for exploring the metaverse. It covers foundational technologies, academic research, real-world applications, and challenges, offering insights into defining the metaverse, its technologies, and future potential. The book equips readers with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complexities of the metaverse and contribute to its responsible development. Showcasing the latest research contributions, this book initiates academic discourse and innovation. It fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, ensuring a holistic understanding of the metaverse's impact on society, education, commerce, and more, while empowering readers to harness the metaverse's full potential.
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 361
Book Description
Imagine a world where the digital and physical worlds intertwine seamlessly - this is the metaverse. This complex digital environment has the potential to revolutionize our lives in a multitude of ways. Yet the lack of standardized frameworks and guidelines creates a fragmented ecosystem with varying levels of security, privacy, and usability that can hinder the integration of the metaverse into our daily lives in cohesive, safe, and beneficial ways. Research, Innovation, and Industry Impacts of the Metaverse offers a comprehensive solution to the challenges posed by the metaverse. It serves as a roadmap for researchers, academics, and practitioners by providing a structured framework for exploring the metaverse. It covers foundational technologies, academic research, real-world applications, and challenges, offering insights into defining the metaverse, its technologies, and future potential. The book equips readers with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complexities of the metaverse and contribute to its responsible development. Showcasing the latest research contributions, this book initiates academic discourse and innovation. It fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, ensuring a holistic understanding of the metaverse's impact on society, education, commerce, and more, while empowering readers to harness the metaverse's full potential.
New Technologies in Virtual and Hybrid Events
Author: Kulshreshtha, Sharad Kumar
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 556
Book Description
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, events have swiftly transitioned to virtual and hybrid formats. This rapid shift has posed numerous challenges for organizers who are now tasked with navigating the digital landscape. From planning logistics to engaging participants, virtual and hybrid events are intricate and demand innovative solutions. New Technologies in Virtual and Hybrid Events is a comprehensive guide that provides practical strategies and insights to make virtual and hybrid events successful, efficient, and profitable. The book offers a platform to publish research on the practical challenges of virtual and hybrid events. It explores key topics such as platform assessment, audience engagement tools, AI integration, and ethical considerations in event technologies. By offering a deep dive into these areas, the book empowers readers to navigate the complexities of virtual and hybrid events with confidence.
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 556
Book Description
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, events have swiftly transitioned to virtual and hybrid formats. This rapid shift has posed numerous challenges for organizers who are now tasked with navigating the digital landscape. From planning logistics to engaging participants, virtual and hybrid events are intricate and demand innovative solutions. New Technologies in Virtual and Hybrid Events is a comprehensive guide that provides practical strategies and insights to make virtual and hybrid events successful, efficient, and profitable. The book offers a platform to publish research on the practical challenges of virtual and hybrid events. It explores key topics such as platform assessment, audience engagement tools, AI integration, and ethical considerations in event technologies. By offering a deep dive into these areas, the book empowers readers to navigate the complexities of virtual and hybrid events with confidence.
Application of Waste-to-Energy Innovations in Tourism
Author: Talukder, Mohammad Badruddoza
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 562
Book Description
The implementation of waste-to-energy innovations is a shining example of advancement in sustainable tourism, characterized by the intertwining of environmental consciousness and hospitality. Through this transformational approach, businesses not only reduce their adverse effects on the environment by utilizing the potential of waste materials to generate energy, but they also open the way for a more sustainable and efficient operation model. Throughout history, managing this garbage has presented considerable issues, resulting in damage to the environment and the depletion of resources in several essential tourist destinations. These innovations seek to remedy this challenge. Application of Waste-to-Energy Innovations in Tourism offers a complete overview of waste-to-energy technologies that can be used in tourism facilities. It further assesses the environmental, economic, and social repercussions of implementing these technologies within the context of tourism facilities. Covering topics such as circular waste management, sustainability, and tourist experiences, this book is an excellent resource for industry professionals, policymakers, researchers, academicians, investors, non-governmental organizations, graduate and postgraduate students, educators, and more.
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 562
Book Description
The implementation of waste-to-energy innovations is a shining example of advancement in sustainable tourism, characterized by the intertwining of environmental consciousness and hospitality. Through this transformational approach, businesses not only reduce their adverse effects on the environment by utilizing the potential of waste materials to generate energy, but they also open the way for a more sustainable and efficient operation model. Throughout history, managing this garbage has presented considerable issues, resulting in damage to the environment and the depletion of resources in several essential tourist destinations. These innovations seek to remedy this challenge. Application of Waste-to-Energy Innovations in Tourism offers a complete overview of waste-to-energy technologies that can be used in tourism facilities. It further assesses the environmental, economic, and social repercussions of implementing these technologies within the context of tourism facilities. Covering topics such as circular waste management, sustainability, and tourist experiences, this book is an excellent resource for industry professionals, policymakers, researchers, academicians, investors, non-governmental organizations, graduate and postgraduate students, educators, and more.
Global Sustainable Practices in Gastronomic Tourism
Author: Rana, Varinder Singh
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 642
Book Description
Developing sustainable practices in gastronomic tourism is essential for creating a responsible and impactful travel experience. As travelers become conscious of their environmental and social impact, the culinary tourism sector prioritizes sustainability at every stage. This includes promoting local ingredients, supporting small-scale producers, and minimizing food waste while also celebrating cultural heritage through authentic culinary experiences. Gastronomic tourism enhances the visitor experience while contributing to the preservation of local ecosystems and communities. Further research into gastronomic tourism is necessary to promote multi-stakeholder cooperation between local communities, companies, NGOs, and governments for improved sustainability of culinary tourism. Global Sustainable Practices in Gastronomic Tourism explores sustainability principles in relation to culinary tourism, including its effects on the environment, society, and economy. It examines how sustainable tourism practices incorporate gastronomic heritage, emphasizing the value of maintaining regional food systems and culinary customs. This book covers topics such as conservation and preservation, social media, and waste management, and is a useful resource for hospitality and tourism professionals, economists, environmental scientists, marketers, business owners, academicians, and researchers.
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 642
Book Description
Developing sustainable practices in gastronomic tourism is essential for creating a responsible and impactful travel experience. As travelers become conscious of their environmental and social impact, the culinary tourism sector prioritizes sustainability at every stage. This includes promoting local ingredients, supporting small-scale producers, and minimizing food waste while also celebrating cultural heritage through authentic culinary experiences. Gastronomic tourism enhances the visitor experience while contributing to the preservation of local ecosystems and communities. Further research into gastronomic tourism is necessary to promote multi-stakeholder cooperation between local communities, companies, NGOs, and governments for improved sustainability of culinary tourism. Global Sustainable Practices in Gastronomic Tourism explores sustainability principles in relation to culinary tourism, including its effects on the environment, society, and economy. It examines how sustainable tourism practices incorporate gastronomic heritage, emphasizing the value of maintaining regional food systems and culinary customs. This book covers topics such as conservation and preservation, social media, and waste management, and is a useful resource for hospitality and tourism professionals, economists, environmental scientists, marketers, business owners, academicians, and researchers.
Dimensions of Regenerative Practices in Tourism and Hospitality
Author: Tyagi, Pankaj Kumar
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 357
Book Description
The tourism industry faces a pressing challenge - balancing economic growth with environmental preservation and social responsibility. Traditional tourism models often lead to environmental degradation, cultural homogenization, and economic disparities. Local communities are marginalized, and natural resources are depleted, threatening the industry's long-term sustainability. Moreover, the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the industry's vulnerability to external shocks, emphasizing the need for resilient and sustainable practices. Dimensions of Regenerative Practices in Tourism and Hospitality offers a comprehensive solution to these challenges. The book provides practical guidelines for businesses and practitioners to adopt regenerative practices effectively by showcasing innovative and sustainable initiatives. It explores the role of local communities in shaping and benefiting from sustainable tourism, emphasizing the importance of collaboration among stakeholders. Additionally, the book evaluates the environmental impact of different approaches within the industry and promotes ethical behavior, encouraging fair treatment of employees, communities, and cultural heritage.
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 357
Book Description
The tourism industry faces a pressing challenge - balancing economic growth with environmental preservation and social responsibility. Traditional tourism models often lead to environmental degradation, cultural homogenization, and economic disparities. Local communities are marginalized, and natural resources are depleted, threatening the industry's long-term sustainability. Moreover, the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the industry's vulnerability to external shocks, emphasizing the need for resilient and sustainable practices. Dimensions of Regenerative Practices in Tourism and Hospitality offers a comprehensive solution to these challenges. The book provides practical guidelines for businesses and practitioners to adopt regenerative practices effectively by showcasing innovative and sustainable initiatives. It explores the role of local communities in shaping and benefiting from sustainable tourism, emphasizing the importance of collaboration among stakeholders. Additionally, the book evaluates the environmental impact of different approaches within the industry and promotes ethical behavior, encouraging fair treatment of employees, communities, and cultural heritage.
Solid Waste Management and Disposal Practices in Rural Tourism
Author: Albattat, Ahmad
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 668
Book Description
As rural tourism continues to grow, managing the environmental impact, particularly solid waste, becomes increasingly important. Effective waste management and disposal practices are essential for maintaining the natural beauty and sustainability of rural tourist destinations. Addressing the issue of solid waste in these areas is crucial to preserving ecosystems, supporting local communities, and ensuring that tourism development remains environmentally responsible and sustainable for the long term. Solid Waste Management and Disposal Practices in Rural Tourism provides a thorough exploration of how rural tourist destinations can implement effective waste management strategies. By examining case studies, modern trends, and practical approaches this book offers valuable insights for policymakers, tourism operators, environmentalists, and community leaders seeking to balance tourism growth with environmental responsibility.
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 668
Book Description
As rural tourism continues to grow, managing the environmental impact, particularly solid waste, becomes increasingly important. Effective waste management and disposal practices are essential for maintaining the natural beauty and sustainability of rural tourist destinations. Addressing the issue of solid waste in these areas is crucial to preserving ecosystems, supporting local communities, and ensuring that tourism development remains environmentally responsible and sustainable for the long term. Solid Waste Management and Disposal Practices in Rural Tourism provides a thorough exploration of how rural tourist destinations can implement effective waste management strategies. By examining case studies, modern trends, and practical approaches this book offers valuable insights for policymakers, tourism operators, environmentalists, and community leaders seeking to balance tourism growth with environmental responsibility.
Sustainable Waste Management in the Tourism and Hospitality Sectors
Author: Sucheran, Reshma
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 630
Book Description
Waste generation in the tourism and hospitality sector is extensive, posing a significant global challenge to environmental sustainability efforts. From large hotels to quaint bed-and-breakfasts and bustling restaurants to remote eco-lodges, the industry’s operations produce vast quantities of waste across various categories. Addressing this multifaceted challenge necessitates comprehensive waste management strategies, ranging from waste reduction and recycling to adopting sustainable practices throughout the supply chain. Collaboration among stakeholders is crucial to mitigate the environmental impact of the tourism and hospitality industry and foster greater sustainability for future generations. Sustainable Waste Management in Tourism and Hospitality Sectors unveils sustainable waste management practices tailored explicitly for this dynamic industry, drawing on cutting-edge innovations, best practices, and case studies from diverse corners of the globe. Grounded in rigorous academic research, this book balances theoretical frameworks with practical applications, offering a comprehensive roadmap for implementing eco-friendly waste management solutions. Covering topics such as circular economy, plastic waste reduction, and waste-to-energy innovations, this book is an excellent resource for scholars, researchers, industry professionals, environmental organizations, graduate and postgraduate students, educators, industry associations and trade bodies, environmental consultants, and more.
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 630
Book Description
Waste generation in the tourism and hospitality sector is extensive, posing a significant global challenge to environmental sustainability efforts. From large hotels to quaint bed-and-breakfasts and bustling restaurants to remote eco-lodges, the industry’s operations produce vast quantities of waste across various categories. Addressing this multifaceted challenge necessitates comprehensive waste management strategies, ranging from waste reduction and recycling to adopting sustainable practices throughout the supply chain. Collaboration among stakeholders is crucial to mitigate the environmental impact of the tourism and hospitality industry and foster greater sustainability for future generations. Sustainable Waste Management in Tourism and Hospitality Sectors unveils sustainable waste management practices tailored explicitly for this dynamic industry, drawing on cutting-edge innovations, best practices, and case studies from diverse corners of the globe. Grounded in rigorous academic research, this book balances theoretical frameworks with practical applications, offering a comprehensive roadmap for implementing eco-friendly waste management solutions. Covering topics such as circular economy, plastic waste reduction, and waste-to-energy innovations, this book is an excellent resource for scholars, researchers, industry professionals, environmental organizations, graduate and postgraduate students, educators, industry associations and trade bodies, environmental consultants, and more.
Green HRM Awareness and Training in Higher Education Institutions
Author: Adu-Gyamfi, Mavis
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) face a pressing challenge in balancing organizational competitiveness with environmental responsibility. As organizations increasingly adopt Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) practices to enhance sustainability, HEIs must align their human resource strategies with ecological goals. However, the lack of comprehensive guidance and resources tailored to HEIs hinders their ability to integrate GHRM effectively. Green HRM Awareness and Training in Higher Education Institutions solves this challenge. This book offers a detailed roadmap for HEIs implementing GHRM practices and fostering pro-environmental behaviors among staff and students. By equipping HR professionals and organizational leaders with strategies to integrate sustainability into HR processes, this book enables HEIs to enhance their environmental performance while maintaining competitiveness.
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) face a pressing challenge in balancing organizational competitiveness with environmental responsibility. As organizations increasingly adopt Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) practices to enhance sustainability, HEIs must align their human resource strategies with ecological goals. However, the lack of comprehensive guidance and resources tailored to HEIs hinders their ability to integrate GHRM effectively. Green HRM Awareness and Training in Higher Education Institutions solves this challenge. This book offers a detailed roadmap for HEIs implementing GHRM practices and fostering pro-environmental behaviors among staff and students. By equipping HR professionals and organizational leaders with strategies to integrate sustainability into HR processes, this book enables HEIs to enhance their environmental performance while maintaining competitiveness.