---
entity_slug: inn_or_tavern_keeper
entity_type: Element
vsm_system: S1
type_rationale: An inn or tavern keeper is a persistent economic agent who operates
  independently as a business owner, representing a specific type of entrepreneur
  within Smith's analysis of different trades and their characteristics.
vsm_rationale: The inn or tavern keeper performs primary productive operations by
  providing lodging and drinking services, which constitute the fundamental economic
  activities that generate value in the distribution sector.
classified_at: '2026-02-23T11:10:07.293180'
---

# Classification: Inn Or Tavern Keeper

## Entity Type

Element

## VSM System

S1

## Type Rationale

An inn or tavern keeper is a persistent economic agent who operates independently as a business owner, representing a specific type of entrepreneur within Smith's analysis of different trades and their characteristics.

## VSM Rationale

The inn or tavern keeper performs primary productive operations by providing lodging and drinking services, which constitute the fundamental economic activities that generate value in the distribution sector.
