DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES IN TOURISM: CURRENT STATE AND ANALYSIS IN UZBEKISTAN
Keywords:
digitalization, tourism industry, hospitality services, digital transformation, technological infrastructure, online booking systemsAbstract
This article examines the current state of digitalization technologies in the tourism and hospitality industry of Uzbekistan through comprehensive literature analysis. The study concludes that accelerated digitalization is essential for enhancing competitiveness of Uzbekistan's tourism sector in the global market, though substantial investments in infrastructure and human capital development remain critical prerequisites for successful digital transformation.
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