Uses and abuses of IMPLAN in economic impact studies of tourism events and facilities in the United States: a perspective article. Issue 1 (12th September 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Crompton, John
• Is Part Of: Tourism review. Volume 75:Issue 1(2020)
• Page Start: 187
• Page End: 190
• Publication Date: 2019-09-12
• Subjects: Community; Tourism -- Periodicals; 338.479105
• DOI: 10.1108/TR-05-2019-0159
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1660-5373

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: An overview of the IMPLAN input/output model which is the dominant economic impact model used in the USA, focused on the ways it is abused. Design/methodology/approach: Review of the literature. Findings: 25 ways in which IMPLAN is abused. Research limitations/implications: Continued refinement of IMPLAN in the USA; potential of its extension to other contexts. Practical implications: Beware it is frequently used to confirm an advocacy position of those who commission studies, rather than a search for truth. Social implications: Profound potential for creating falsified outcomes to support sponsor advocacy. Originality/value: Synopsis of IMPLAN literature and identification of abuses.