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Efficiency vs. Well-Being: How Service Digitization Affects Hotel Staff

The aim of this research project is to understand how the digitalization of services impacts productivity and the well-being of the front-line workers as well as the customers’ satisfaction.

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Start & End Date

01/09/2023 - 01/02/2025

Main Applicant

Yu Kerguignas, J., EHL Hospitality Business School

External Funding

HotellerieSuisse

The detrimental impact of service digitization on frontline staff’s productivity, well-being, and customer experience

Project Description

While numerous studies have emphasized the benefits of service digitization, frontline staff frequently encounter technology-related service disruptions during customer interactions. This study aims to explore the negative impact of these incidents on staff's customer-oriented behavior and their ability to deliver high-quality customer experiences. Additionally, our research delves into the examination of negative emotions, including stress, frustration, anger, and guilt, experienced by frontline staff, which can result in reduced well-being and a diminished sense of autonomy and competence. Finally, practical solutions will be investigated in this research to address these challenges. 

Participate in a Study on Service Digitalization and its Impact on Staff and Customers

We’re gathering insights from hotel General Managers around the world to identify best practices and innovation strategies in service design, talent retention, and customer experience.

Whether you manage a boutique hotel or an international chain, your input will help shape the future of digital service delivery in hospitality.

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Our Team

Dr. Jie Yu Kerguignas

Assistant Professor 

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