Cost Efficiency and Financial Health in Airlines Leveraging Cost Management KPIs

This research paper, titled "Cost Efficiency and Financial Health in Airlines: Leveraging Cost Management KPIs," explores the critical role of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in advancing cost management practices and promoting financial stability within the global airline industry. In light of the sector’s volatile and highly competitive environment, the study investigates how airlines utilize KPIs across core financial dimensions such as cost control, budget adherence, revenue optimization, and profitability enhancement. Adopting a mixed-methods approach, the research integrates quantitative analysis of financial and operational data with qualitative insights derived from industry case studies. This dual-method framework enables a nuanced understanding of both measurable outcomes and strategic implementation processes. The findings reveal that targeted deployment of cost-related KPIs significantly improves operational efficiency, supports informed decision-making, and contributes to long-term financial resilience. Moreover, the study identifies common challenges in KPI integration such as data transparency, benchmarking limitations, and resistance to organizational change and proposes actionable strategies for overcoming them. By highlighting best practices and industry benchmarks, the research contributes to the growing body of literature on airline financial management. Ultimately, the paper offers practical recommendations for airline executives and financial managers to align KPI frameworks with broader strategic goals, ensuring sustainable growth and adaptability in an increasingly uncertain global economy.

کلیدواژه ها:

airline industry ، Cost management ، Financial health ، Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) ، Operational efficiency ، Profitability Metrics ، strategic decision-making ، Sustainability