Purpose – To apply Williamson's six dimensional typology of asset specificity as a theoretical framework for appraising the nature of outsourcing activities in hotels. Design/methodology/approach – Interviews with senior managers in large hotels. Findings – Site specificity and brand...

Purpose – To explore the nature and potential of competitor‐focused accounting practice (CFA) in a large hotel. Design/methodology/approach – Unstructured tape‐recorded interviews ranging from one to one‐and‐a‐half hours' duration were conducted with 21 senior managers representing...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to develop a typology of the organisational forms comprising the Australian condominium tourism accommodation sector. Design/methodology/approach – A total of 34 exploratory interviews were conducted with interviewees representing a cross‐section of...