Assessing resource‐based theory in ecotourism management: The case of Sebangau National Park, Indonesia

Rhama, Bhayu; Kusumasari, Bevaola

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“…Unfortunately, the idea of resources needs more clarity since it is rarely operationally defined, and it is not often made clear how resources are transformed into a competitive strategy [16]. Although [17] perspective on how businesses might get a competitive advantage in the marketplace is influential. Critics of resource-based theory argue that it fails to account for the external variables in which various sorts of resources would be most competitive, even if doing so would be crucial to determining how those resources would be put to use inside a tourism business enterprise [18].…”

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Theoretical Nexus of Knowledge Management and Tourism Business Enterprise Competitiveness: An Integrated Overview

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Most recently, there has been a growing interest in understanding the correlation concerning knowledge management and competitiveness more so in the area of tourism. Hence, this paper looks to provide a synthesis on theoretical nexus of knowledge management and tourism business enterprise competitiveness by giving an integrated overview of four micro economic related theories that influence competitiveness and knowledge management. These theories were examined to exhibit the extent of their applicability to tourism businesses as a way to alleviate challenges posed by susceptibility, complexity, ambiguity, uncertainty, and volatility brought about by market liberalization and globalization. Moreover, theories are, considered a set of systematic hunches, which have multiple parts, which play a role in the overall idea of what exactly a theory is proposing. During the review of literature various theories assert to explain knowledge management and competitiveness individually, but on some occasions in relation either to organizational learning or organizational (quality) culture. Thus, the need to supply an integrated overview of the theoretical nexus between these concepts by exploring the theoretical frameworks and related facets. Of the micro-economic theories: the institutional theory, the knowledge-based theory, the resource-based theory, and the (dynamic) capabilities theory were used to guide and try to explain the relationship of aforementioned facets. The knowledge-based theory posits that an organization’s competitive gain stems from the distinctive knowledge assets along with its ability to effectively utilize and share these assets within the organization. The resource-based theory, conversely, emphasizes the role of physical and intangible resources in determining an organization’s competitiveness. The (dynamic) capabilities theory underscores the importance of an enterprise’s ability to continuously learn, adapt, as well as innovate to sustain a competitiveness. Finally, institutional theory highlights the role of external factors, such as business standards, industrial policies and procedures such as quality approaches, in shaping an organization’s competitiveness. Overall, with the comprehensive perception of the given theories the paper attempts to feature the correlation between knowledge management and competitiveness within the tourism industry. Highlighting ways in which these theories can be integrated to supply a more holistic understanding of this relationship especially in the study areas of tourism managerial micro-economics, tourism competitiveness and organizational knowledge management aimed at impending application in particular to enhance the sustainability tourism business enterprises.

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Section: Resource Based View Theorymentioning

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“…According to Rhama (2017), Indonesia has two types of master plans to regulate tourism development. The first one is the Master Plan for National Tourism Development (RIPPARNAS) which was deemed to regulate tourism development on the national level.…”

Section: Ecotourism Development Policiesmentioning

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“…The first one is the Master Plan for National Tourism Development (RIPPARNAS) which was deemed to regulate tourism development on the national level. The second one manages tourism development in each province, namely the Master Plan for Provincial Tourism Development (RIPPARPROV) (Rhama, 2017). Rhama (2017) found that the concept of ecotourism development was incorporated only within the RIPPARPROV, which could be perceived that ecotourism is a focus of the local government in the province, in this context the Central Borneo authorities, rather than the national government.…”

Section: Ecotourism Development Policiesmentioning

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“…The second one manages tourism development in each province, namely the Master Plan for Provincial Tourism Development (RIPPARPROV) (Rhama, 2017). Rhama (2017) found that the concept of ecotourism development was incorporated only within the RIPPARPROV, which could be perceived that ecotourism is a focus of the local government in the province, in this context the Central Borneo authorities, rather than the national government. This finding generates concern regarding the national government's committed to sustainable development, as per the President's declaration.…”

Section: Ecotourism Development Policiesmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Analysis of Ecotourism Development and Sustainability in The Heart of Borneo, Indonesia

Chrismansyah

2023

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This research critically evaluates the current planning and implementation of ecotourism development in the Indonesian part of the Heart of Borneo. In 2012, President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono declared that Indonesia would pay more attention to forest preservation rather than exploitation. However, anthropogenic activities continue damaging the Heart of Borneo. Ecotourism development is viewed as a solution to mitigate the area’s environmental and socio-economic issues; however, development remains in the planning phase. Thus, this research aims to evaluate the planning of ecotourism in the Heart of Borneo and the extent development aligns with ‘best practice’. Taking a constructionist approach that utilised secondary document analysis, this research analysed 36 documents published by several non-governmental and governmental institutions, academic journals and online media in Indonesia. Several gaps were identified between the socio-environmental policies and the rhetoric produced by the government and ministries, highlighting an inconsistency on the governmental level in conducting sustainable tourism development. Local involvement also needs to be improved through partnerships to achieve the Heart of Borneo’s ecotourism development goals.

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“…The impact of globalization and economic growth has left its mark on ecosystems, and in recent decades it has become more evident how the natural resources for future generations are being compromised, leading to an increase in endangered species of flora and fauna, despite the efforts to improve conditions for biodiversity in general (Guan et al, 2022). Even today we are witnessing the threat that they are experiencing, concentrated largely in national parks or animal rescue centers, through systems of protection and conservation, in a joint effort involving governments, NGOs, philanthropic organizations and countless volunteers who are fighting to mitigate the damages and reverse this process of deterioration (Rhama & Kusumasari, 2022).…”

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Can Virtual Reality Become an Instrument in Favor of Territory Economy and Sustainability?

Folgado-Fernández,

Rojas-Sánchez,

Palos-Sánchez

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The study aims to identify how virtual reality technology can help protect and conserve flora and fauna in national parks and other environmental settings. To this end, the literature published in the Scopus database is examined. A Systematic Literature Review methodology from 2018 to 2022 and an Empirical Research (survey) applied to tourism in natural areas, mainly national parks, have been proposed. Virtual reality technology is particularly useful as a complement or alternative to visiting national parks. The main results indicate that, currently, daily life confronts us with stressful situations that can be mitigated through ecotourism, as well as virtual reality applications, such as games and videos, which interactively inform about the species of flora and fauna present in the park visited. This helps in the conservation and protection of endangered species, the conservation of the forest, as well as archaeological heritage sites present in these natural parks. The development and implementation of this technology varies from one context to another. It is beneficial for people with some kind of disability or for the physical effort involved in long walks, even on steep terrain, and sometimes it improves the conditions of access to the national park and the dangers related to such an exciting adventure.

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Assessing resource‐based theory in ecotourism management: The case of Sebangau National Park, Indonesia

Cited by 6 publications

References 72 publications

Theoretical Nexus of Knowledge Management and Tourism Business Enterprise Competitiveness: An Integrated Overview

Theoretical Nexus of Knowledge Management and Tourism Business Enterprise Competitiveness: An Integrated Overview

Analysis of Ecotourism Development and Sustainability in The Heart of Borneo, Indonesia

Can Virtual Reality Become an Instrument in Favor of Territory Economy and Sustainability?

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