Hotel Operations Management

""Hotel Operations Management presents a timely and insightful contribution to the lodging industry. The text thoughtfully integrates post-pandemic innovations such as digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and data-driven operations. It also emphasizes resilience and crisis management, offering practical strategies to prepare students for the dynamic hospitality landscape. Moreover, the book brings sustainability and ESG to the forefront, encouraging hotel professionals to balance profitability with corporate responsibility. With its accessible writing style, this work effectively bridges academic theory and industry practice and is an exemplary resource for both educators and practitioners."" * Agnes L. DeFranco, Ph.D., Professor, Conrad N. Hilton College of Global Hospitality Leadership, University of Houston * ""This work checks in with insight and checks out with impact. A great resource for anyone passionate about hotel management."" * Willie (Chen-wei Tao), Ph.D., Associate Professor, School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, Oklahoma State University * ""This book makes a valuable contribution to hospitality scholarship by integrating research-based insights with real-world examples that bring key concepts to life. Its thoughtful synthesis of theory and practice provides educators and practitioners with a timely and practical guide for advancing innovation and leadership in the hospitality industry."" * Pei Liu, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Hospitality Management, University of Missouri * ""This textbook is incredibly relevant to today's hospitality industry: timely, insightful, and filled with thoughtful connections to what's really happening in the field. I especially love the industry spotlights, where real-world examples bring the concepts to life and make learning feel authentic and engaging. The 'managerial actions' sections are an excellent addition, offering practical, actionable strategies students can apply right away. What I appreciate most is that this book goes beyond the traditional, function-based view of hotel operations. It encourages new ways of thinking, opens minds to broader perspectives, and helps students see the industry with fresh eyes. This is a book that not only informs but also inspires, and I can easily see it becoming a favorite among both students and instructors."" * Han Wen, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Assistant Chair - Department of Hospitality, Event, & Tourism Management, University of North Texas * ""This forward-thinking textbook offers practical insights into the evolving landscape of hotel operations, from crisis management to digital transformation and AI-driven service. It provides a timely roadmap for building resilience and innovation across the hospitality industry."" * Yoon Koh, Ph.D., Professor, Conrad N. Hilton College of Global Hospitality Leadership University of Houston * ""Hotel Operations Management is an engaging and insightful textbook that seamlessly integrates strategic and resilient practices essential for today's hospitality leaders. With its real-world examples and perspectives from industry innovators, it bridges theory and practice effectively. The inclusion of quizzes and discussion questions with suggested answers makes it an invaluable resource for both instructors and students seeking applied learning and classroom engagement."" * Seoki Lee, Ph.D., Professor, Hospitality Management, Pennsylvania State University * ""What I appreciate most is how the book moves beyond buzzwords and instead illuminates how digital transformation can genuinely strengthen innovation, leadership, and culture. It invites readers to think deeply and act intentionally."" * Wei Wei, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Rosen College of Hospitality Management, University of Central Florida * ""Hotel Operation Management sets a new benchmark for hospitality management education. Beyond its depth and breadth, the book is distinguished by its engaging structure: every chapter integrates real-world examples, industry spotlights, exercises, and discussion questions. These features transform abstract concepts into practical learning experiences, ensuring readers can connect theory with application in meaningful ways. ""Dr. Teng Vaughan has crafted a resource that is not only academically rigorous but also highly interactive, encouraging critical thinking and active engagement. By blending strategic insights with resilient practices, this textbook equips students, educators, and professionals with the tools to navigate the complexities of hotel operations in a dynamic global environment. This is more than a textbook: it is a learning journey designed to prepare the next generation of hospitality leaders with confidence, adaptability, and vision."" * Po-Ju Chen, Ph.D., Professor, Fulbright Scholar, Department of Hospitality, Hotel Management and Tourism, Texas A&M *