CUSTOMER CO-CREATION MODEL TO CREATE SERVICE INNOVATION TO ENHANCE THE SERVICE OF HOTEL BUSINESS IN THAILAND

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Wanwisa Ploy Insawang
Pornnapa Thanapotivirat
Chisnupong irichotnisakon

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This academic article aims to create new value and experience for customers by creating new innovations in service and to enhance the service level of the hotel business in Thailand. Moreover, it is related to the National Strategic Plan (2018-2037) and the 3rd National Tourism Development Plan (2023-2027). Customer engagement is an important business tool for creating competitive advantage relies on a service paradigm shift, which is a business concept that focuses on service rather than on tangible goods or products. Businesses meet the diverse needs of today’s customers by creating unique experiences that customers can participate in creating value with entrepreneurs is important to satisfaction and impression. It is the easiest marketing strategy to create the highest success in the operation of the hotel business.

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