In the Interview at the Beginning of the Chapter, What

question 43

Multiple Choice

In the interview at the beginning of the chapter, what did Christian Hempell state were the biggest strategic challenges for the hotel industry?

• A) Value chain changes with the growth of internet distribution companies
• B) Ability to differentiate within product class
• C) Innovation that is economically feasible
• D) Both A & C
• E) All of the above

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Definitions:

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