Impact of blockchain technology on the governance of the tourism and hospitality industry

• Autorzy: Nurzyńska Magda , Kubiak Bernard , Woźniak Monika

Identyfikatory

DOI

10.29119/1641-3466.2024.203.21

• Języki publikacji: EN

Abstrakty

EN

Purpose: To explore the impact of Blockchain technology on the tourism industry, particularly in terms of sustainability and business model efficiency. Design/methodology/approach: Conduct a thorough review of existing literature and case studies to analyse the potential benefits and challenges associated with implementing Blockchain technology in the tourism sector from both environmental sustainability and business perspectives. The research will also involve examining real-world examples where blockchain has been successfully applied within the travel industry. Findings: The findings highlight that Blockchain technology can bring a higher level of transparency to supply chains in tourism, tracking emissions, improving social welfare reputation, and reducing fraud related to data security. Originality/value: This paper provides insights into how Blockchain can revolutionise travel processes by enhancing transparency, security, and cost-effectiveness while addressing sustainability concerns. It presents a comprehensive analysis of its potential implications for stakeholders within the tourism industry.

Słowa kluczowe

EN

blockchain technology; tourism; hospitality; sustainability; supply chain

PL

technologia blockchain; turystyka; hotelarstwo; rozwój zrównoważony; łańcuch dostaw

• Wydawca: Wydawnictwo Politechniki Śląskiej
• Czasopismo: Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska
• Rocznik: 2024
• Tom: z. 203
• Strony: 365--383
• Opis fizyczny: Bibliogr. 38 poz.

Twórcy

autor

Nurzyńska Magda

• University of Gdańsk, Faculty of Management, Department of Business Informatics

• https://orcid.org/0009-0004-6910-3259

autor

Kubiak Bernard

• WSB Merito University in Gdańsk, Faculty of Management

• https://orcid.org/0009-0002-3494-677X

autor

Woźniak Monika

• University of Gdańsk, Faculty of Management, Department of Business Informatics

• https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7757-0410

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