J 2024

Application of fuzzy-set qualitative comparative analysis (fsQCA) in hospitality and tourism research: a bibliometric study

ELUWOLE, Kayode Kolawole, Taiwo Temitope LASISI, M. Omar PARVEZ and Cihan COBANOGLU

Basic information

Original name

Application of fuzzy-set qualitative comparative analysis (fsQCA) in hospitality and tourism research: a bibliometric study

Authors

ELUWOLE, Kayode Kolawole, Taiwo Temitope LASISI, M. Omar PARVEZ and Cihan COBANOGLU

Edition

JOURNAL OF HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM INSIGHTS, UNITED STATES, EMERALD GROUP PUBLISHING LTD, 2024, 2514-9792

Other information

Language

English

Type of outcome

Článek v odborném periodiku

Field of Study

50204 Business and management

Country of publisher

United States of America

Confidentiality degree

není předmětem státního či obchodního tajemství

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Impact factor

Impact factor: 3.900 in 2022

Organization unit

Faculty of Economics and Administration

DOI

UT WoS

001158441200001

Tags

International impact, Reviewed
Změněno: 20/6/2024 12:53, Kayode Kolawole Eluwole, Ph.D.

Abstract

V originále

Purpose Fuzzy-set qualitative comparative analysis (fsQCA) is explored as a transformative tool rooted in complexity theory, shedding light on uncertainties shaping real-world decisions in tourism, with a focus on its application in the hospitality domain. Design/methodology/approach This study systematically evaluates fsQCA’s application in hospitality and tourism research, employing bibliometric analysis to scrutinize the published literature since its induction in 2011. The research seeks to understand the evolving usage by qualitatively reviewing impactful studies based on total citations. Findings The study reveals the ascendancy of fsQCA as a predominant approach in hospitality and tourism studies, particularly in illuminating decision-making paradigms in key sectors like destination and hotel selections and entrepreneurial orientations. However, an absence of fsQCA applications in gastronomy and wine tourism is identified, signaling uncharted territories for future inquiry. Research limitations/implications Theoretical implications include paradigm shifts to complexity theory, configural analysis and asymmetric algorithms. Practical implications involve improved decision-making and tailored marketing, benefiting industry practitioners. Limitations include potential academic bias, while future research suggests exploring sub-sectors, sustainability and emerging technologies. Originality/value This study identifies gaps in the fsQCA application and pioneers its examination within the hospitality domain, offering a unique perspective on understanding intricate relationships and configurations among variables. The study emphasizes the efficacy of asymmetric methodologies in elucidating behavioral nuances in hospitality and tourism, providing a foundation for future inquiries to expand horizons and unravel the nuanced applications of fsQCA in this research domain.