Journal
Metropolitan Journal of Academic Multidisciplinary Research
MJAMR
Impact of Online Booking Systems on Operational Efficiency and Customer Satisfaction in Uganda’s Transport Sector: A Case Study of Jaguar Bus Company, Kisoro District
Ayebare Sameco
| Journal | Metropolitan Journal of Academic Multidisciplinary Research (MJAMR) |
| Volume / Issue | Vol. 5, No. 3 |
| Published | 31 March 2026 |
| ISSN | 3006-4384 |
Abstract
The transport sector in Uganda underwent significant digital transformation with the adoption of online booking systems, revolutionizing traditional ticketing methods and passenger management. This study examined the impact of online booking systems on operational efficiency and customer satisfaction at Jaguar Bus Company in Kisoro District, Uganda. The research focused on how digital ticketing platforms influenced service delivery, revenue management, and customer experience in the competitive transport industry. The study employed a mixed-methods research design combining quantitative and qualitative approaches. A sample of 200 participants, including 150 customers, 40 company staff members, and 10 management personnel, was selected using purposive and simple random sampling techniques. Data were collected through structured questionnaires, interviews, and analysis of company operational records covering a 12-month period. Statistical analysis included descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and paired t-tests to compare pre- and post-implementation performance metrics. The findings revealed significant improvements in operational efficiency following online booking system implementation. Average ticket processing time reduced from 8.5 minutes to 2.3 minutes (t=12.45, p
Keywords
Online booking systems
operational efficiency
customer satisfaction
digital transformation
transport sector
e-ticketing
Uganda
Jaguar Bus Company
Cite This Article
Ayebare Sameco (2026). Impact of Online Booking Systems on Operational Efficiency and Customer Satisfaction in Uganda’s Transport Sector: A Case Study of Jaguar Bus Company, Kisoro District. Metropolitan Journal of Academic Multidisciplinary Research, 5(3). https://journals.miu.ac.ug/pages/article.php?article_id=288