Purchase Plans Research Articles

Effect of location-based advertising filtering mechanism in smart service

Location-based advertising (LBA) refers to the delivery of marketing messages to mobile devices based on consumer location. The literature finds that LBA improves marketing effectiveness; however, distrust threatens consumers’ acceptance of LBA. This research suggests that an LBA filtering mechanism, which allows consumers to select advertising categories according to their preferences autonomously, may overcome the distrust. Its effect was empirically investigated in a smart retailing service platform. Two field experiments were conducted in a large shopping center with a total of 360 consumers. The results reveal that filtered (vs. unfiltered) LBA leads to more favorable behavioral intention through serial mediation of reduced psychological distance and enhanced trust. Moreover, the effect of LBA filtering in reducing psychological distance is more prominent for consumers with a prevention (vs. promotion) focus and with (vs. without) a purchase plan. The findings have implications for the system design and marketing of LBA.

Media tone and trading activity on the Sydney Stock Exchange 1901–1950

We examine how media reports influenced trading volumes and order imbalances on the Sydney Stock Exchange (SSX) from 1901 to 1950, focusing on wool market reports as a substitute for broader financial advice in the absence of a specialised investment press. Given wool's status as Australia's primary export and its integration with various sectors, we construct a weekly media sentiment index based on news about wool sales and auctions from the Sydney Morning Herald. Our findings reveal that positive news about the wool market correlates with increased trading volumes and reduced order imbalances on the SSX. This relationship persisted during significant events such as the UK government's wool purchase plans, the 1929 Wall Street Crash, World War II-related trading restrictions, and the short selling ban.

From X to Z: Examining Generational Differences in Sustainable Food Consumption in Portugal

The main objective of this research was to analyze the attitudes and sustainable purchasing behaviors of food products among Portuguese consumers from different generations. The study sought to identify statistically significant differences regarding ecological awareness, understanding of ecological issues, adoption of ecologically conscious purchasing habits and conscious planning of these purchases. Consequently, the research aimed to reveal sustainable attitudes and behaviors during the food purchasing process considering the generational factor. In order to achieve these objectives, a quantitative and cross-sectional study was developed based on a questionnaire adapted from Kuźniar, Surmacz and Wierzbiński (2021). Between September 2022 and the first half of January 2023, the questionnaire was applied to a non-probabilistic sample of 686 Portuguese consumers. Statistical tools such as the Mann-Whitney and Kruskal-Wallis tests were used to discern statistically significant differences between two and three independent groups, respectively. The results confirm that generation is a differentiating factor of sustainable attitudes and behaviors. Obviously, the discernible existence of statistically significant differences between Generations Z, Y and X with regard to ecological awareness, ecologically oriented purchasing patterns, and the manifestation of sustainable attitudes and behaviors during food purchases serves as a robust validation of this assertion. Furthermore, it was observed that Generations X and Y exhibited congruent attitudes and behaviors, demarcating them from Generation Z. With regard to depth of understanding around ecological issues and conscious purchase planning, similar attitudes were consistently observed across the three generational spectra under analysis.

Sharing the ownership in Peru and Mexico: the case of a French MNE prompting the SDGs achievement

PurposeThis study aims to investigate how a French multinational enterprise (MNE) is developing employee stock ownership (ESO) in its subsidiaries in Peru and Mexico, both Latin American countries with deep social and economic inequalities.Design/methodology/approachThis is a qualitative case study which conducted interviews with representatives of the French MNE and its subsidiaries in Peru and Mexico.FindingsThe employee stock purchase plans offered by the company to its employees support the achievement of the sustainable development goals (SDGs) 1, 8 and 10 in these countries.Social implicationsThe authors argue that MNEs could become flagships in the SDG achievement in emerging economies.Originality/valueBy contributing to better workplace outcomes and enhanced corporate performance, ESO is in line with SDG 8. ESO also fulfills SDGs 1 and 10 by allowing employees to build up savings and wealth, whose lack is the main source of inequality and poverty. Reciprocity and binary economics theories explain these relationships.

The Determinants of SME Success in the Long Run: An Ecosystem Perspective

ABSTRACT Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) drive economic growth especially in developing countries. Nonetheless, it is empirically challenging to identify the key attributes that predict the long-run success of SMEs. We analyse a detailed nationwide innovation survey of 4,075 companies in Korea, as well as their performance metrics, and demystify the key features that predict outperformance in the long horizon. We draw conditional causal inferences for SMEs by utilizing coarsened exact matching. Both the least absolute shrinkage and selection operator regularization technique and the elastic net method unveil that, among a variety of factors that include innovative activities, government support, and other external factors in the SME ecosystem, in-house research and development (R&D) are the most important factors for the success of SMEs. Government support in the form of product purchase plans or government-wide acquisition contracts also matters for SME success, but the association is transient and short-lived. Hence, accumulating intangible capital by internalizing R&D activities is of the utmost importance for SME success in the long run.

Prosumer solar power and energy storage forecasting in countries with limited data: The case of Thailand

Forecasts of distributed energy resource deployment are becoming increasingly important in electric power purchase plans and difficult for countries with limited data. This study utilizes the Customer Adoption Model to forecast the deployment of behind-the-meter distributed solar photovoltaics and battery energy storage systems until the year 2050 and Thailand is used as a case study of the countries with limited data. Comparing methods and results from this study with those used in past studies shows that methodological choices can produce diverging results that shape investment plans and the estimated cost of power supplies. Several input variables of the Customer Adoption Model are discussed that will require continuous refinements as more data become available. The results show that pairing solar systems with batteries could in principle accelerate solar deployment and carbon emissions reduction but the high cost of batteries lengthens the payback period, raising questions about forecasting methodologies that rely mainly on the payback period. The methodological contribution points to a “chicken-and-egg” problem between forecasting and policy uncertainties: accurate forecasting depends on policy certainty, but getting policy right depends on accurate forecasting. Integrated scenario construction and the determination of a specific timeframe for achieving the adoption goal can help policymakers understand the impacts of different policy designs on distributed energy resource deployment and overcome this problem.

La Importancia de los Sistemas de Gestión Basado en Estándares ISO en el Abastecimiento de Recursos Estratégicos para la Defensa Nacional: La Experiencia de la Agencia de Compras de las Fuerzas Armadas

The aimof this article is to present the experience and the first results that the Agencia de Compras de las Fuerzas Armadas has had in the implementation of managementsystems based on ISO quality standards,anti-bribery management, and the Integrity Model thatcomes from Policy National Fight Against Corruption. Likewise, it intends to show the relevance of these systems to achieve an efficient and transparent contracting of goods, services, works and consultancies, which strengthen the strategic planning of purchases and the adequate execution of the strategic contracting of the Defense Sector, contributing effectively to the constitutional mission of the Armed Forces.

Legal Responsibility of PPK As An Agency In The Procurement of Goods and Services

The person designated as the owner of the job by the Budget User or Power of Budget User and in charge of carrying out the acquisition of goods and services is known as the Commitment Maker Officer. Contract-based procurement operations necessitate a high level of comprehension and/or proficiency, beginning with the stages of purchase planning, purchase execution, control, contract signing, and reporting and submission of work results. As a result, the PPK acts as its representative when forming alliances or agreements with other parties; in the absence of the Office of the Commitment Maker, the instance is unable to do so. The Office of the Commitment Maker determines whether a procurement of goods and services within an agency is successful or unsuccessful. This indicates that the fundamental functions of the Office of Commitment Makers are intimately tied to the utilization of the State budget since their execution calls for a distinct set of skills, accountability, and rigor than those of another administrative officer. State losses from damage or other claim claims will arise from errors in the Office of the Commitment Maker's discharge of its obligations

The Influence of Marketing Mix Strategy on Bread Customer Satisfaction in Nigerian Market

Bread is a practical and ready-to-eat food. Urban people consume Bread as a breakfast menu. This causes the bakery industry to grow even more. This study aims to analyze the purchasing decision process, analyze the dimensions in the marketing mix that affect consumer satisfaction, analyze the level of satisfaction formed by the marketing mix and formulate managerial implications from the results of the marketing mix analysis. Data were obtained from 120 respondents determined by convenience sampling and analyzed using the Structural Equation Model. The results showed that consumers go through all stages of the purchase decision process. Consumers buy Bread based on the motivation to meet their needs as a substitute for rice. Consumers obtain information about Bread from advertising. The main evaluation criterion for consumers before deciding on the purchase of Bread is the condition of the Bread. The consumer's purchase plan depends on the situation. If the variety of types of Sari Roti sought is not available, and there is a price increase, the consumer's action is still to buy Bread. However, if another brand of Bread provides a discount, consumers switch to that other brand of Bread during that period only. Marketing mix has a positive and significant effect on consumer satisfaction. This shows that the role of product, price, place and promotion increases customer satisfaction. The dimensions of product and price have a more substantial influence than place and promotion. The level of customer satisfaction of Sari Roti is in the very satisfied category. The recommended managerial implications are increased availability, 24-hour sales, public relations and sales promotion.

User centered system design and prototype for household food waste reduction

Abstract The total quantity of food waste in Europe has been estimated at around 88 million tons per year. About 42 % is thrown out by households, of which 60 % would be avoidable by increasing users’ awareness. The present paper aims to develop an integrated system to reduce household food waste and improve the end-users’ lifestyle in terms of health and well-being. A smart fridge able to track the stocks, a web application and a set of related services have been designed and prototyped to guide the user in the proper storage of food and support him/her in purchase planning and food preparation. The system was positively evaluated in terms of usability, it is use contributes to both environmental and economic benefits, leading respectively to a reduction of environmental impacts of about 21 % and a yearly savings amounting up to 285 €, in comparison with a traditional system.

Evaluating Purchase Plans for Niche Collecting Areas

Many academic libraries collect art exhibition catalogues and juvenile books to support the curriculum, but academic library review sources and book vendors have limited coverage of these niche areas. For more than a decade, Wichita State University has used purchase plans from Worldwide Art Books and Junior Library Guild to acquire print books. This paper discusses the assessment of both plans, how experience with this assessment has influenced development of an assessment plan, and reasons other libraries may want to assess their own niche collecting plans.

Concrete Concept of Business English

Usually, business English mainly refers to the product of the combination of business and English. This subject includes the language application knowledge in all the aspect of business world in order to make sure the smooth going of all parts of business operation. Not only English language knowledge is needed, but also all the knowledge and abilities related to the business. The establishment of this risk assessment system solves the previous risk assessment of enterprises by Banks, which is mainly based on qualitative analysis and less on quantitative analysis, thus leading to the insufficiency of its relatively one-sided judgment standard. From the comprehensive strength and credibility of the two aspects of the study, extract five risk indicators to establish a risk assessment system. Among them, total input price and tax, total output price and tax, and profit rate are the evaluation criteria for the comprehensive strength of an enterprise. These indicators can analyze the production, sales and operation capacity, profitability and production and operation stability of an enterprise to reflect the comprehensive strength of the enterprise. The failure rate of the input transaction and the failure rate of the sales transaction are the evaluation standards of the enterprise's reputation. Such indexes can analyze the production management aspects such as the purchase planning of the enterprise's goods and the production quality management, to reflect the credibility of the enterprise. Therefore, the selection of these two aspects for analysis can fully evaluate the enterprise's credit risk.

Potentials of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in Managing Variations

As property development and information technologies are going rapid in these few decades, information construction becomes necessarily as a management tool. Changes and variations in construction projects are common and inevitable. This paper aims to study potentials of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in managing variations. The research objective is to identify the potentials of BIM in managing variations. Qualitative method was adopted for this research. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with the respondents to collect data. Twelve respondents were chosen based on the following criteria: (a) involved in BIM projects and (b) experts with BIM knowledge. The respondents involved in the interviews are BIM software providers, BIM software resellers, BIM consultants, main contractors and government personnel in Malaysia. From the interview findings, the potentials of BIM in managing variations are to reduce the variations due to design-related changes, material-related changes, information discrepancies and construction method. Resolving design-related changes includes better visualisation, design coordination, clash detection, better decision making and minimised uncertainties. Managing material-related changes involves automated quantity taking-off, detailed plan for visualisation and material purchase plan. Reducing information discrepancies involves data digitalisation, communication and collaboration, real-time tracking changes as well as improved on request for information (RFI) process. Minimising variations due to construction method includes simulation, better site management and prefabrication with BIM. This research proves that it is necessary to promote BIM management approach in managing variations.

How Do Support Pressure and Urban Housing Purchase Affect the Homecoming Decisions of Rural Migrant Workers? Evidence from Rural China

Talent revitalization is the basis of rural revitalization, and the return of migrant workers to their hometowns is a critical way to improve rural human capital. Based on the perspective of individual–family interaction and collaboration, we constructed a theoretical model for maximizing the net benefits of rural migrant workers. Then, we use it to explore the impact of family support pressure and urban housing purchase on individuals’ homecoming decisions. Firstly, we find the odds ratio of migrant workers with support pressure to return home is 14.013 times higher than those without, and the odds ratio of migrant workers with urban housing is 42.94% lower than those without. Secondly, in the process of supporting, the family, as a link between individuals and rural society, can enhance the connection for migrant workers, thus promoting their return behavior. The mediating effect of hometown connection is 1.342, accounting for 50.83% of the total effect. However, buying a house in the city reduces individuals’ homecoming behaviors by encouraging “trailing spouse”. Thirdly, individuals’ homecoming intention is not consistent with their behavior. The moderating effect of a future house purchase plan changes the influence of support pressure on individuals’ intention to return home to some extent. Finally, we should further strengthen rural infrastructure construction and elderly care service supply to reasonably guide capable and willing talents to return to the township. This study provides some implications for the revitalization of rural talent.

Study on Recognition and Brand of Customized Cosmetics According to Sex, Residental Area and Final education Level

In response to consumer demand for personalized content, the customized cosmetics market continues to grow, centering on the beauty industry. This study was conducted to find out the awareness and brand awareness of customized cosmetics. From February 2023, a total of 313 adult men and women residing in Korea were surveyed on the degree of awareness of customized cosmetics, domestic and foreign brand awareness and use experience, evaluation of major brands of customized cosmetics, and expectations. Statistical analysis was performed on the data collected after the survey using SPSS version 25.0 for Windows. As a result, the recognition level of customized cosmetics was 'normal' (45.4%), and the product path was 'online advertisement' (42.8%), 'new purchase and plan to use' of customized cosmetics (62.6%), and product purchase and use plan. As for the place, 'online shopping mall' (46.3%) accounted for a high proportion. Brand recognition and usage status at home and abroad was 'know' (53.6%), the number of recognized brands was 'more than 4' (53.0), and the evaluation of domestic and foreign brand image was very high as 'positive' (80.7%). In terms of product diversity, 'satisfaction' (68.6%) was found to be high. The experience of purchasing and using domestic and foreign brands for customized cosmetics was higher than that of foreign brands, showing a significant difference. As for the purchase of customized cosmetics and the level of expectation for domestic and foreign brands, the expectation level was high with 'expectation' for domestic brands (92.9%) and 'expectation' for foreign brands (94.8%). As a result of comparative analysis by classifying groups according to general characteristics, the degree of recognition of customized cosmetics and intention to purchase showed significant differences in part according to gender, residential area, and final education level. Domestic and foreign brand awareness and experience of customized cosmetics, and expectations for customized cosmetics showed differences according to gender, region of residence, and final education level. Therefore, based on these results, it can be applied as basic data for research on the activation of customized cosmetics.

Impact of Food and Beverage Quality and Service Quality Towards Customer Satisfaction and Customer Retention, A Study of Five-Star Hotels

Purpose: The objective of this study is to examine how customer happiness at five-star hotels is impacted by the quality of the F&B they receive and the services they receive, which in turn affects retention. Design/methodology/approach: A convenience sampling strategy was utilized to distribute a self-administrated survey to 386 guests who used the F&B services of five-star hotels in Delhi-NCR. The model and study's hypotheses were evaluated in this study using a structural assessment modelling methodology, with AMOS 20.0 serving as the evaluation tool. Findings: The outcomes of the study show that CS and its impact on customer retention are significantly and favorably influenced by quality of the cuisine and beverages, as good as the service. Theoretical framework: This study recognizes the magnitude of numerous customer satisfaction metrics from a managerial perspective to predict customer retention or re- purchase plans in the standpoint of a five-star eatery in Delhi. Managers should use this to assess their performance and gain a better grasp of the standard of F&B services. Research Implications: Since the current study was restricted to the capital city of India and because the responses may have been subjective, it cannot be said to be completely conclusive. The study shows, from a practitioner's perspective, that the F&B services departments of five-star hotels in New Delhi, India, have performed notably well in terms of the quality of their services and to categorize the regions of difference in provision and F&B product quality. Originality/Value: This study fills a research gap on customers' opinions on the provision of food and beverages in the food and beverage division of five-star hotels. It also advances knowledge of visitors' expectations and perceptions of the value of the F&B services.

Fungsi Akta De Command dalam Proses Lelang Jaminan Debitur Menurut Peraturan Perundang-undangan di Indonesia

The Notaries are charged with great responsibility for every action taken, in this case making an authentic deed. The world of auctions is known for the acte de command. The temporary purchase plan by the bank must begin with the creation of an authentic deed known as the Deed of Purchase for Others or also known as the Acte de command which essentially contains a statement that the creditor bank will participate in the auction to purchase its credit collateral assets. Acte de command has an important role for banks that have auctioned off their auctioned collateral. The auction is carried out in the context of paying off bad loans by debtors. In practice, there are banks that use Acte de command in situations where there are several other bidders who are interested in buying the bank's collateral. takeover of collateral through an auction by signing an agreement to take over the collateral between the bank and the debtor or making a notarial report of credit settlement, then proceed with making an Acte de Command, which is a statement between the buyer appointed by the bank (usually a bank employee) and the debtor which states that the buyer is acting buying collateral is done for the benefit of another party whose name will be determined at a later date who is appointed to replace the buyer. The legal issue in this thesis is the obscurity of norms, because not all banks in Indonesia use de command deed for the auction process. Collateral goods purchased must be sold no later than 1 (one) year. If the parties to the deed are in default, then proceed with the court process and the goods guaranteed will be auctioned, and if the maximum time limit for the de command expires, the deed will be canceled or forfeited

Standard Load Profiles for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Germany Based on Representative, Empirical Data

Electric vehicles are becoming dominant in the global automobile market due to their better environmental friendliness compared to internal combustion vehicles. An adequate network of public charging stations is required to fulfil the fast charging demands of EV users. Knowing the shape and amplitude of their power curves is essential for power purchase planning and grid capacity sizing. Based on a large-scale empirical and representative dataset, this paper creates standard load profiles for various power levels, station sizes, and operating environments. It is found that the average power per charge point increases with rated station power, particularly for a rated power above 100 kW, and decreases with the number of charge points per station for AC chargers. For AC chargers, it is revealed how the shape of the power curve largely depends on the environment of a station, with urban settings experiencing the highest average power of 0.71 kW on average leading to an annual energy sale of 6.2 MWh. These findings show that the rated grid capacity can be well below the sum of the rated power of each charge point.

Analisis Pengaruh Harga dan Promosi terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Konsumen pada PT. Astra International, Tbk-Auto 2000 Karawang

PT. Astra International, Tbk – Auto2000 Karawang is a sales service network, maintenance, repair and supplier of Toyota spare parts located at Jalan Surotokunto No. 80, East Adiarsa, East Karawang District, Karawang Regency. Auto2000 Karawang branch often carries out promotions such as holding exhibitions, discounts, and giving gifts to customers, however the prices set by the company often change suddenly so that salesmen and customers feel confused which results in delays in their purchase plans. So the purpose of this study is to analyze the effect of price and promotion on purchasing decisions of four-wheeled vehicles at PT. Auto2000 Karawang. This research uses validity and reliability test data processing, regression analysis, T test and simultaneous test which in processing the data using SPSS software. The results showed that the t value for the price variable was 1.209 < t table (2.051) and the significance value was 0.237 > 0.05, which means 15H0"> is accepted and 15H1"> is rejected so that partially the price does not have a significant effect on purchasing decisions. For the promotion variable, the value of t count is 3,499 > t table (2,051). and a significance value of 0.02 <0.05, which means 15H0"> is rejected and 15H1 "> is accepted so that partially there is a significant influence between promotions on purchasing decisions at Auto2000 Karawang Branch. This means that the delivery of a good promotion will improve purchasing decisions.

The Alignment of Recommendations of Dietary Guidelines with Sustainability Aspects: Lessons Learned from Italy's Example and Proposals for Future Development.

The main objective of this paper is to describe the process of the inclusion of sustainability in the Italian Dietary Guidelines (IDGs). In the IDGs' sustainability chapter, particular emphasis was put on the selection of foods, recommending a plant-based diet with a large quota of vegetable proteins. Advice was also given on the selection of local seasonal products, with low growth input, such as fertilizers, artificial light and heating. Reduction of animal food was recommended, to be substituted with lower impact foods (poultry, milk, eggs and Mediterranean fish including aquaculture). Food waste was largely addressed. Recommendations were made for food purchase planning, food storage and the reuse of leftovers as strategies to reduce waste and save money. The IDGs sustainability recommendations were related to the 16 guiding principles of a sustainable healthy diet and their contribution to the achievement of the Sustainable Developing Goals was provided. The inclusion of sustainability in dietary guidelines requires a multidisciplinary approach to cover the wide range of aspects of a sustainable diet. In the IDGs, it was possible to show that practical recommendations for improving sustainability behavior can be passed on to consumers. Methodological aspects for developing recommendations are not definitive.