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This chapter explores the vital role of differentiation in service competition, highlighting its evolution from a symbol of status in historical societies to a modern strategy for addressing individual consumer needs. It underscores the importance of personalization and the integration of technology like IoT and Big Data in service provision. The chapter also addresses the challenge of heterogeneity in service delivery and the importance of fairness in service management. Key trends in service differentiation are explored, including value delivery, moral and social responsibility, and detail-oriented design. The chapter concludes with the critical role of technology-enhanced service encounters, suggesting that the future of service innovation lies in the synergy between human and machine interaction.
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Bordoloi, S., Fitzsimmons, J. A., & Fitzsimmons, M. J. (2019). Service management: operations, strategy, information technology. McGraw-Hill.
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Li, L. (2024). Classical Tools for Service Innovation. In: The Era of New Services. Management for Professionals. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-9565-3_8
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