Regulation, Automated Technologies, and Competitiveness in the Hospitality Industry

Abstract

This conceptual paper examines the interplay between Porter’s Diamond, the role of government, and varying political ideologies on automated technology regulation in the global hospitality industry. The way in which these factors influence a global organization’s ability to achieve competitive advantage through the use of technology are examined. Specifically, mercantilist, liberal, social democratic, and communist ideologies are explored in relation to how they support or dissuade regulation, and their respective and collective impacts on competition. Additionally, the sources of government regulation, including global, bloc, country-level, and sub-country levels are discussed in relation to automated technology regulations. Ultimately, this study offers suggestions for competition as a result of existing and potential automated technology regulations for the hospitality industry, and suggests areas of study and questions for further consideration.