1,721,100 research outputs found
Complexity traits and synchrony of cryptocurrencies price dynamics
Full text linkIn this study, we characterized the dynamics and analyzed the degree of synchronization of the time series of daily closing prices and volumes in US$ of three cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin, over the period September 1,2015–March 31, 2020. Time series were first mapped into a complex network by the horizontal visibility algorithm in order to revel the structure of their temporal characters and dynamics. Then, the synchrony of the time series was investigated to determine the possibility that the cryptocurrencies under study co-bubble simultaneously. Findings reveal similar complex structures for the three virtual currencies in terms of number and internal composition of communities. To the aim of our analysis, such result proves that price and volume dynamics of the cryptocurrencies were characterized by cyclical patterns of similar wavelength and amplitude over the time period considered. Yet, the value of the slope parameter associated with the exponential distributions fitted to the data suggests a higher stability and predictability for Bitcoin and Litecoin than for Ethereum. The study of synchrony between the time series investigated displayed a different degree of synchronization between the three cryptocurrencies before and after a collapse event. These results could be of interest for investors who might prefer to switch from one cryptocurrency to another to exploit the potential opportunities of profit generated by the dynamics of price and volumes in the market of virtual currencies
Italian tourism intermediaries: a social network analysis exploration
No full textThe purpose of this paper is to analyse the application of Social Network Analysis (SNA) to the Italian tourism system. The research question is: do relationships among tourist enterprises affect the organizational asset of the Italian travel system? The research takes as unit of analysis the Italian travel agencies and tour operators system and represents quite a significant disclosure for organizational theses because it offers a different view over the structure and governance of a hospitality intermediaries’ network. SNA is helpful indetecting genuine proficiency and therefore in foreseeing possible losses determined by poor or inefficient configurations. Furthermore, it will help delineate new roles within the organizational networks and evaluate the relation between formal and informal organizational structures. This paper provides a structural analysis of the Italian travel agencies network and highlights its self-organization characteristics (typical of a complex system) that lead to the development of informal communities. The methods of network science proved useful and effective and, together with more traditional approaches and a qualitative knowledge of the system, can provide a deeper and more extensive understanding of the system
Big data and analytics in hospitality and tourism: a systematic literature review
Full text linkPurpose: The purpose of this work is to survey the body of research revolving around big data (BD) and analytics in hospitality and tourism, by detecting macro topical areas, research streams and gaps and to develop an agenda for future research. Design/methodology/approach: This research is based on a systematic literature review of academic papers indexed in the Scopus and Web of Science databases published up to 31 December 2020. The outputs were analyzed using bibliometric techniques, network analysis and topic modeling. Findings: The number of scientific outputs in research with hospitality and tourism settings has been expanding over the period 2015–2020, with a substantial stability of the areas examined. The vast majority are published in academic journals where the main reference area is neither hospitality nor tourism. The body of research is rather fragmented and studies on relevant aspects, such as BD analytics capabilities, are virtually missing. Most of the outputs are empirical. Moreover, many of the articles collected relatively small quantities of records and, regardless of the time period considered, only a handful of articles mix a number of different techniques. Originality/value: This work sheds new light on the emergence of a body of research at the intersection of hospitality and tourism management and data science. It enriches and complements extant literature reviews on BD and analytics, combining these two interconnected topics
Metaverse in the tourism domain – introduction to the special issue
Full text linkIn times of technological innovation and digital transformation, the convergence of Metaverse and tourism emerges as a compelling and revolutionary intersection. As we stand on the edge of a new frontier in information technology, we introduce this special issue of the Journal of Information Technology and Tourism, dedicated to the multifaceted exploration of the Metaverse’s impact on the tourism industry.
The Metaverse comprises interconnected digital spaces where users can engage through computer-generated environments. This convergence of cutting-edge tech- nologies, including artificial Intelligence (AI) systems, digital twins, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), blockchain, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), 3D mod- elling and simulation, cloud computing, and edge computing, defines the Metaverse’s potential. The Metaverse’s profound Influence on the tourism domain is well attested by the rigorous examinations, insightful analyses, and innovative research contributions in this issue. As we embark on this exploration, we encourage researchers, scholars, and industry experts to contribute their expertise and insights, forging a path toward a deeper understanding of the Metaverse’s implications for the future of tourism
Metaverse in the tourism domain - introduction to the special issue (part 2)
Full text linkMetaverse for Tourists and tourism destinations explores how Metaverse and its underlying technologies can reshape the tourism industry, considering both the supply and the demand perspectives. The paper reviews several works on this theme, summarizing the outcomes that present several promising solutions.
In Metaverse and Tourism Development: Issues and Opportunities in Stakeholders’ Perception, the objective is to understand how the managers of tourism attractions (archaeological parks, museums, seaside resorts, nature reserves, etc.) face the challenges and the use of digital transformation and specifically how including Metaverse tools in their strategies. The results show the influence of the stakeholders’ perception of the Metaverse and confirm the existence of heterogeneous preferences
Collaboration and Cooperation: a Network Analytic Approach
Full text linkThe value of collaboration in the tourism domain has been highlighted in numerous works. Coordination of joint activities in tourism destinations is a prerequisite for enhancing the value creation process and providing a good basis for the attractiveness and development of the destination. Destination managers are called to design efficient and effective strategies for improving collaboration in their areas. To do that, they need reliable ways to measure the phenomenon. Traditional methods are reputed to be relatively ineffective for their intrinsic biases. However, network science can provide, instead, trustworthy ways for this task. This paper describes some of the most relevant network analytic techniques and discusses the most important precautions to achieve reliable outcomes
Special issue: Managing tourism in a changing world: Issues and cases
No full textThis journal issue presents eight papers from a diversified international group of academics, the b est papers that
have b een presented at the conference. While drawing on multiple theoretical perspectives and adopting different
epistemological paradigms and research methodologies or techniques, they attempt to answer a wide range of
research questions related to the relevant themes in destination management (destination b randing for Slovenia is
investigated b y Maja Konecnik Ruzzier and Nusa Petek while importance– performance analysis for Australian
destinations is examined b y Tony Griffin and Deb orah Edwards), hospitality management (heterogeneity in hotel
production processes is analysed b y Cristina Bernini and Andrea Guizzardi), inter-organizational dynamics in the
tourism industry (coopetitive strategies among theme parks are scrutinized b y Mika Kylanen and Marcello M. Mariani
while franchising in the tourism sector is explored b y Wojchech Czakon), corporate social responsib ility
(assessment systems for responsib le tourism products and practices in tourism enterprises are discussed b y Mara
Manente, Valeria Minghetti, and Erica Mingotto), knowledge management (knowledge transfer among clustered
tourism firms in Southern Brazil is illustrated b y Ariani R. Stacke, Vladimir E. Hoffmann, and Helena A. Costa), and
measurement of tourism flows (tourism flows from Russia to the European Union are prob ed b y Kirill Furmanov,
Olga Balaeva, and Marina Predvoditeleva). Despite the variety of issues, situations and contexts describ ed and
discussed, some common themes emerge. The first one is the importance of the different stakeholders in the
management of a destination which goes well b eyond their mere participation in the b usiness. They should
contrib ute cooperatively to the performance of the destination, as much tourism literature has well highlighted in the
past. Clustered groupings and coopetitive strategies display their positive influence on the whole tourism system and
also on the individual companies that adopt this attitude. Moreover, an effective and efficient transfer of knowledge in
the sector reinforces the virtuous b ehaviour of collab orative destinations. The second issue relates to the necessity to
ground any management or governance process in the tourism sector on a sound informational b asis. Measurement
and assessment practices, when methodologically accurate, are fundamental for the design, planning, and
implementation of realistic and rational strategies. Last b ut not least, the scarcity of resources of any kind, and
especially of those directly connected with the natural and social environment, receives here an attention that is fully
deserved. The recognition that it is not possib le to push for growth at all costs anymore, at the expense of
sustainab ility, is illustrated here with a specific focus on the social responsib ility of the actors (firms and individuals)
involved in tourism activities.This journal issue presents eight papers from a diversified international group of academics, the b est papers that have been presented at the conference. While drawing on multiple theoretical perspectives and adopting different epistemological paradigms and research methodologies or techniques, they attempt to answer a wide range of research questions related to the relevant themes in destination management (destination branding for Slovenia is investigated by Maja Konecnik Ruzzier and Nusa Petek while importance– performance analysis for Australian destinations is examined b y Tony Griffin and Deborah Edwards), hospitality management (heterogeneity in hotel production processes is analysed b y Cristina Bernini and Andrea Guizzardi), inter-organizational dynamics in the tourism industry (coopetitive strategies among theme parks are scrutinized by Mika Kylanen and Marcello M. Mariani while franchising in the tourism sector is explored b y Wojchech Czakon), corporate social responsibility (assessment systems for responsible tourism products and practices in tourism enterprises are discussed b y Mara Manente, Valeria Minghetti, and Erica Mingotto), knowledge management (knowledge transfer among clustered tourism firms in Southern Brazil is illustrated by Ariani R. Stacke, Vladimir E. Hoffmann, and Helena A. Costa), and measurement of tourism flows (tourism flows from Russia to the European Union are probed by Kirill Furmanov, Olga Balaeva, and Marina Predvoditeleva). Despite the variety of issues, situations and contexts described and discussed, some common themes emerge. The first one is the importance of the different stakeholders in the management of a destination which goes well beyond their mere participation in the business. They should contribute cooperatively to the performance of the destination, as much tourism literature has well highlighted in the past. Clustered groupings and coopetitive strategies display their positive influence on the whole tourism system and also on the individual companies that adopt this attitude. Moreover, an effective and efficient transfer of knowledge in the sector reinforces the virtuous behaviour of collaborative destinations. The second issue relates to the necessity to ground any management or governance process in the tourism sector on a sound informational basis. Measurement and assessment practices, when methodologically accurate, are fundamental for the design, planning, and implementation of realistic and rational strategies. Last but not least, the scarcity of resources of any kind, and especially of those directly connected with the natural and social environment, receives here an attention that is fully deserved. The recognition that it is not possible to push for growth at all costs anymore, at the expense of sustainability, is illustrated here with a specific focus on the social responsibility of the actors (firms and individuals) involved in tourism activities
Knowledge transfer in smart tourism destinations: analyzing the effects of a network structure
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La gestione delle tecnologie per il web
No full textL’impatto della tecnologia nella realtà quotidiana è sempre più forte, è veramente difficile oggi fare un elenco di tutte le attività, lavorative e non, che coinvolgono tecnologie, apparati e processi relativi all'ICT : nel mondo lavorativo, ad esempio, si va dalla videoscrittura all'archiviazione di dati, dai sistemi di supporto alle decisioni ai robot delle linee di produzione, dai sistemi esperti in campo medico al reperimento di informazioni e ai nuovi servizi di comunicazione avanzati basati su Internet. La diffusione pressoché universale dei computer e di molti prodotti e servizi ad essi correlati ha reso evidente alla comunità scientifica, agli operatori aziendali, ai policy makers e alla gente comune quanto il cambiamento tecnologico sia importante per l'economia e il suo sviluppo. Gestire la tecnologia vuol dire riuscire a trovare una dimensione ottimale di investimento evitando situazioni di obsolescenza e facendo attenzione al livello massimo effettivamente necessario per la propria realtà. Un eccessivo investimento in tecnologia può essere elemento destabilizzante tanto quanto una situazione di non allineamento
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