The comparison of digitalization of Slovak Airports within the digital transformation of European Union countries

Abstract

The area of ​​digital transformation in the airport operation environment represents the implementation of new technological solutions, which leads to a reduction in operating costs and maximizing the efficiency of all processes. Due to globalization, there is a growing interest in air transport, so individual airports and airlines are forced to use their capacities as much as possible, which can be significantly lightened by the use of the latest technological solutions. The most developed countries have already introduced digital innovations at their airports, and this step has proved to be extremely beneficial for all stakeholders. The aim of the paper is to point out the integration of digital technology into the field of airport transport within Slovak airports. For the efficient operation of airlines, increased competitiveness and passenger satisfaction, it will be necessary to introduce digital innovations at Slovak airports in the future. The paper focuses on the comparison of selected Slovak airports with leaders in the field of digitalization, determined on the basis of the analysis of selected digitalization indices.