E-marketing in Accommodation Business Model Innovation at Airbnb in Bali

Abstract

This study analyzes the implementation of e-marketing in the accommodation business model innovation on Airbnb sites in Bali. Data was collected through observation, in-depth interviews and literature study. Data analysis was descriptive qualitative using Porter's Five Force Models (PFFM). This model is used to analyze competitive forces in marketing accommodation in Bali through the airbnb website. The results showed that the implementation of e-marketing in the innovation of the tourism accommodation business model on the Airbnb site in Bali by applying the PFFM proved to be quite effective. The competitive advantages of the Airbnb site are: multiple listings, two booking process confirmation systems, smaller booking commissions, competitive prices, no disparity rates, ease of registration, and marketing unique accommodation titles. Implementation of Porter's model is used to increase accommodation unit revenue by accepting bookings on the Airbnb situs site.