The Routledge Companion to International Hospitality Management

The hospitality sector is facing increasing competition and complexity, and international hotel and restaurant chains are expanding their operations. However, research on internationalization in the hospitality industry is limited, and there is a need for more specific research directions and related cases. This book aims to present the latest insights from research and industry in the field of international hospitality, raise awareness of international factors influencing hospitality organizations' strategy and performance, and discuss the challenges for hospitality firms going or being international. It will provide a comprehensive overview and deeper understanding of trends and issues for researchers, practitioners, and students.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 432 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The hospitality sector has been experiencing a surge in competition and complexity in its journey towards becoming a global industry. In response, hospitality companies are actively expanding their operations beyond their traditional territories and domestic markets. This trend is evident in the expansion patterns and merger and acquisition activities of international hotel and restaurant chains. However, despite the growing importance of internationalization in the hospitality business, there is a significant gap in research on the strategies, concepts, and methods employed, as well as the managerial and organizational challenges and impacts associated with globalizing the industry.

While there is a wealth of research on international management in general, it primarily focuses on other sectors and does not adequately address the unique challenges and opportunities in the hospitality industry. The mainstream research often overlooks the specific dimensions and complexities of the service sector, including hospitality. As a result, there is a need for dedicated research directions and related cases that specifically address the international aspects of strategy, organization, marketing, sales, staffing, control, culture, and other relevant areas within the hospitality industry.

The core purpose of this book is to present the latest insights from research and industry in the field of international hospitality. It aims to bring together recent scientific knowledge and state-of-the-art expertise to provide guidance for future work in this area. The book seeks to raise awareness about the international factors that influence the strategy and performance of hospitality organizations, while also analyzing and discussing the present and future challenges faced by hospitality firms going or being international.

The book will provide a comprehensive overview and deeper understanding of trends and issues that are relevant to researchers, practitioners, and policymakers alike

In conclusion, the hospitality sector is facing a transformative era characterized by increasing competition and complexity. The strategic response to this challenge is to expand beyond traditional territories and domestic markets, while the expansion patterns and M&A activities of international hotel and restaurant chains reflect this phenomenon. However, the research on internationalization and its managerial and organizational challenges and impacts in the hospitality business remains under-researched. This book aims to bridge this gap by presenting the latest insights from research and industry in the field of international hospitality, providing guidance.

Weight: 840g
Dimension: 179 x 255 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367567613