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Spas Performances Benchmarking and Operation Efficiency

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  • Akarapong Untong

    (Public Policy Studies Institute, Chiang Mai University)

  • Mingsarn Kaosa-ard

    (Public Policy Studies Institute, Chiang Mai University)

Abstract

This paper aims to benchmark the performance and operational efficiency of spas by using key performance indicators. Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) method with SBM super-efficiency model has applied to evaluate the operational efficiency of 21 spas which consist of 7 day spas and 14 hotel and resort spas. The result of the study found that spa with the best performance can use existing resources efficiently and encourage therapists to have the best productivity in service. However, the efficient operations of day spas and hotel and resort spas are not statistically significant difference. Cost reduction of spa products is one of the key factors that induce the increase of operational efficiency of spas. Moreover, the results of hypothesis testing found that spa with good performance will also have good operational efficiency. This study suggests that the operators/entrepreneurs should promote the development of service skills of therapists and encourage economy of scale approach in reducing cost of spa products, as well as promote knowledge management in Thailand spa industry to stimulate learning from those who have excellent practices the in industry. These will enhance the competitiveness of Thailand spa industry in the future.

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  • Akarapong Untong & Mingsarn Kaosa-ard, 2014. "Spas Performances Benchmarking and Operation Efficiency," Applied Economics Journal, Kasetsart University, Faculty of Economics, Center for Applied Economic Research, vol. 21(1), pages 1-19, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:aej:apecjn:v:21:y:2014:i:1:p:1-19
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    Keywords

    spas; benchmarking; key performance indicators; SBM super-efficiency;
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    JEL classification:

    • C14 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Econometric and Statistical Methods and Methodology: General - - - Semiparametric and Nonparametric Methods: General
    • C60 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Mathematical Methods; Programming Models; Mathematical and Simulation Modeling - - - General
    • M20 - Business Administration and Business Economics; Marketing; Accounting; Personnel Economics - - Business Economics - - - General
    • M21 - Business Administration and Business Economics; Marketing; Accounting; Personnel Economics - - Business Economics - - - Business Economics
    • L83 - Industrial Organization - - Industry Studies: Services - - - Sports; Gambling; Restaurants; Recreation; Tourism

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