Risk Management for Small and Medium Sized Incoming Tour Operators
Risk Management for Small and Medium Sized Incoming Tour Operators

Author: Stephan Weidner

Publisher: GRIN Verlag

Published: 2010-03

Total Pages: 149

ISBN-13: 3640561899

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Bachelor Thesis from the year 2009 in the subject Tourism - Miscellaneous, grade: 1,7, Stralsund University of Applied Sciences, course: Leisure and Tourism Management, language: English, abstract: The paper introduces the reader to the concept of Enterprise Risk Management, its aims and utility. The goal of the paper is to encourage readers working in small- to medium sized enterprises in the tourism industry to be more conscious of risks faced by their organisation and to give those readers an example of how, with a comparatively low level of effort, Risk Management procedures might be implemented for their enterprise. To that end the attempt is made to develop a simplified risk management system for small- to medium sized enterprises in the tourism industry based on the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations' "Enterprise Risk Management - Integrated Framework".

Crisis Management for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs)
Crisis Management for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs)

Author: Susanne Durst

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2022-03-19

Total Pages: 246

ISBN-13: 3030917274

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This book provides an in-depth introduction to crisis management and leadership in SMEs, as well as methods, approaches and cases against the background of different crises; external ones in particular. Featuring contributions from research and practice, this book covers a plethora of SMEs from different sectors to match the diverse nature of small business practice. The combination of a sound theoretical framework for small firm crisis management along with practical instruments/methods and cases, help to improve the organizational resilience of SMEs. The authors also guide the reader to resources beyond the book, including an online “Crisis Toolkit” comprised of material such as further publications, crisis management blueprints, guidelines, checklists, and company cases on crisis management-related issues.

Key Performance Indicators
Key Performance Indicators

Author: Emanuel Camilleri

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2024-03-29

Total Pages: 607

ISBN-13: 1003862640

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Key performance indicators (KPIs) are widely used across organisations. But are they fully understood in how they can properly shape, improve, or even undermine organisational systems and outcomes? This book presents a framework and tools for measuring and managing performance at various levels within an organisation, and helps managers re-think the ways KPIs can be implemented to meet organisational goals. Innovative performance measurement and management is a vital function within any organisation irrespective of its size and industry. Measuring and managing performance (whether on an individual, team, or departmental basis) assists management in calibrating their established strategic goals by providing an insight into how well their employees and the organisation are doing and identifying areas of concern for rectification and improvement. This book focuses on the practicality of performance management tools (for example, Performance Analytics; Performance Reporting; Critical Success Factors; Balanced Scorecard; Benchmarking; Six Sigma; Business Excellence Models; Enterprise Risk Management) and illustrates their use, and the changing nature of how organisational performance will be evaluated in the future. This includes the application of Artificial Intelligence as an important trend in performance measurement and management. This book provides a universal framework for implementing a performance measurement and management system that is applicable to both the private and public sectors. It is particularly relevant to HR and operational managers, and organisational leaders and public administrators at all levels.

A Practical Guide - Management of Risks in Small and Medium-Size Enterprises
A Practical Guide - Management of Risks in Small and Medium-Size Enterprises

Author: Dr. Malcolm Freeman

Publisher: Xlibris Corporation

Published: 2013-01-23

Total Pages: 126

ISBN-13: 1479760765

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Risk Management is an important concept for all organisations. Especially organisations in the high growth stage, when various risks may be not understood. Incidents can take place with devistating results. Risk Management affects all small to medium size enterprises and should be considered when strategic planning of new projects. This Practice guide is for small to medium size enterprises that require quick guide to risk management in areas of strategic, finance, operations, compliance, controls and the managing risks.

Yield Management in Small and Medium-sized Enterprises in the Tourist Industry
Yield Management in Small and Medium-sized Enterprises in the Tourist Industry

Author: Arthur Andersen & Co. GmbH.

Publisher:

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 336

ISBN-13:

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Recoge: 1. Introduction - 2. Background to yield management: Concepts and their application - 3. Vendors: evolution and availability of yield management systems - 4. Status report1: yield management among tourism enterprises in the European Economic Area - 5. Status report 2: obstacles, success factors and special considerations - 6. A country-by-country examination of yield management in the European Economic Area - 7. Conclusions and recommendations.

Tourism Risk Management for the Asia Pacific Region
Tourism Risk Management for the Asia Pacific Region

Author: Jeff Wilks

Publisher:

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 110

ISBN-13: 9781920704759

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Governments, industry representative groups and individual businesses are all seeking to develop improved management of risks so that potential crises can be avoided. This AICST report offers a broad coverage of risks related to tourism in the Asia Pacific region and strategic approaches to managing these risks. A comprehensive list of websites is provided on a separate CD-ROM [NOT AVAILABLE WITH PDF PURCHASE] recognising that this medium changes daily and the current list is only a sample of the material available on the Internet. This publication is also available for free download at www.crctourism.com.au

The Business and Management of Ocean Cruises
The Business and Management of Ocean Cruises

Author: Michael Vogel

Publisher: CABI

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 291

ISBN-13: 1845938453

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After decades of solid growth, the worldwide ocean cruise sector has become a noticeable economic factor and a significant employer. In the way it combines social, technological and natural systems to form its products, cruise tourism is an increasingly attractive area of study; particularly with regards to the managerial challenges posed by the interaction of these systems. This book brings together industry know-how, managerial experience and academic rigour to cover some of the most important and interesting managerial challenges associated with ocean cruises.

The Business and Management of Ocean Cruises
The Business and Management of Ocean Cruises

Author: Michael Vogel, Alexis Papathanassis and Ben Wolber

Publisher: CABI

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 275

ISBN-13: 9781845938468

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This book is divided into six parts, which are organized to guide the reader step by step from the macro level of the cruise industry to the micro level of operations management on board cruise ships. Part I (chapters 1-4) sets the scene for the book by characterizing the conditions under which cruise lines operate. Part II (chapters 5-8) includes four chapters that address issues of significance for corporate managers in the cruise sector. Part III (chapters 9-11) deal with aspects of the marketing mix employed by cruise lines to attract passengers and fill their ships. Part IV (chapters 12-15) is concerned with managerial functions related directly to the cruise product. Part V (chapters 16-19) focuses on operational management functions on board cruise ships. The final Part VI (chapter 20) looks at future development possibilities for the cruise sector.

Tourism Supply Chain Management
Tourism Supply Chain Management

Author: Haiyan Song

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2012-03-12

Total Pages: 234

ISBN-13: 1136640320

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Fierce global competition in the tourism industry is now focused on integral parts of supply chains rather than on individual firms. The highly competitive environment has forced tourism firms to look for ways to enhance their competitive advantage. Tourism products are often viewed by consumers as a value-added chain of different service components and identifying ways to effectively manage the interrelated tourism business operations will enable tourism firms to better meet customer needs and accomplish business goals thus maintaining competitive advantage over their equally efficient rivals. This significant and timely volume is the first to apply supply chain management theories and practices in the context of tourism. By doing so the book offers insight into the relationships between tourism enterprises, how coordination across organizations can be effectively achieved and how business performance can be improved. It provides comprehensive and systematic coverage of modern supply chain management concepts and methodologies applied to the tourism and hospitality industries. The text covers key issues and principles including: marketing and product development, demand forecasting, supplier selection and management, distribution channels, capacity management, customer relationship management, tourism supply chain competition and coordination, and e-tourism. The book combines essential theory and comparative international examples based on primary research to show challenges and opportunities of effective tourism supply chain management. This text is essential for final year undergraduate and postgraduate students studying Tourism Management, Tourism Planning and Tourism Economics.

Sustainable Tourism
Sustainable Tourism

Author: Patterson, Carol

Publisher: Human Kinetics

Published: 2015-08-03

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13: 1450460038

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Turn your dream of launching and running a sustainable tourism business into reality. This step-by-step guide will help you prepare and implement a business plan, anticipate and solve the complex sustainability challenges ahead, and stack the odds of success in your favor.