An innovative stakeholder framework for the Student-Choice Decision making process

2020 ◽  
Vol 119 ◽  
pp. 339-353 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sam El Nemar ◽  
Demetris Vrontis ◽  
Alkis Thrassou
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Student Choice ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Choice Decision

Factors affecting marketing channel choice decisions of smallholder Citrus growers

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 426-453 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Imran Siddique ◽  
Elena Garnevska ◽  
Norman Edward Marr
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Supply Chain ◽  
Marketing Channel ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Citrus Industry ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Channel Choice ◽  
Choice Decision

Purpose Despite the fact that citrus industry is growing in Pakistan where production is dominated by small-scale citrus growers, no research has been done to evaluate and analyse the marketing channel choice decision-making process of these citrus growers. The purpose of this paper is to review the existing factors affecting decision making of small-size citrus growers in citrus supply chain in Pakistan and also measures and analyses the factors that affect the marketing channel decisions of these small size growers. Design/methodology/approach A multivariate decision analysis technique, conjoint analysis, was used to analyse and evaluate the major factors affecting marketing channel choice decisions of small-size citrus growers. Findings It was concluded that among nine very important factors, six factors played a major role in the marketing channel choice decision making. Only three factors namely, “price”, “time of complete fruit picking” and “number of fruit pickings” were considered highly important factors and reflected that citrus growers not only want to secure his payments but also to save their orchards for next season(s). Research limitations/implications The research would provide valuable information about citrus grower’s marketing decision-making process and thus would contribute to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of citrus industry in Pakistan. Originality/value This analysis would suggest them to make rational decisions and help choosing them the most appropriate combination of different levels of different factors which would increase their profits. This study identifies the most relevant factors and their levels which citrus growers and pre-harvest contractors preferred in citrus marketing channel choice decision making, thus, server as a guideline for the buyer’s to deal with them accordingly. This would improve the efficiency and reduce the transaction cost along the citrus supply chain in Pakistan.

Deciding where to stay: An exploratory study into the accommodation choice decision-making process of German leisure travellers

2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 5-28
Author(s):  
Daniel Spoerr
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Social Networks ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Travel Behaviour ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Key Factors ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Choice Decision

The decision of which hotel to book is a highly complex one and has attracted considerable scientific scrutiny over the years. A growing number of empirical studies is focusing specifically on the decision-making process and the key factors in tourists' accommodation choices. This paper presents new insights into the decision-making process of different subgroups of German tourists in particular. To gather the data, an online questionnaire was used, completed by 501 respondents. Based on an evaluation of 27 statements about the different phases in the decision-making process, the subjects' preferences were determined. Non-parametric tests were applied to establish whether there were statistically significant differences with respect to socio-demographic variables and travel behaviour. Several unexpected effects were established, for example, that social networks only play a marginal role in the decision-making process of German leisure travellers in general. Clear effects of gender, age, and accommodation type were also found. These results are critically discussed and used to derive implications for practitioners.

scholarly journals A framework for use in modelling the modal choice decision making process in North West England’s Atlantic Gateway

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-30
Author(s):  
Alan Bury ◽  
Dimitrios Paraskevadakis ◽  
Jun Ren ◽  
Farhan Saeed
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Choice Model ◽  
Optimal Solution ◽  
Generic Model ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Modal Choice ◽  
North West ◽  
Choice Decision ◽  
Future Work

Abstract The task of producing a generic model of the modal choice decision making process is a challenging one. Modal choice is strongly influenced by the infrastructure limitations and geographical constraints of the area in which the decision is being made. With this in mind, addressing modal choice on an individual basis for each region may be the optimal solution. This is the approach adopted in this paper. The creation of a modal choice model is a multistage process of which this paper addresses the first stage, the production a framework of the decision making process. Firstly, a number of criteria that are commonly used in modal choice models are identified. Then a number of gaps in the criteria utilized in previous papers are established. Subsequently, the method used to produce a framework of the decision making process within North West England’s Atlantic Gateway is outlined. Through consultation with transport industry experts in North West England, an initial list of sixty eight papers was reduced to thirty six that were considered to be of specific relevance to modern day freight transportation within their region. The criteria used in each of these papers were then, along with further industry input, used to create the foundation on which a modal choice framework specific to the Atlantic Gateway could be built. A greater understanding of what influences modal choice within this region will allow informed decisions to be made by policy makers on how to more efficiently utilize the available modes of freight transport. Having established this, future work can then go on to build upon these findings. This paper recommends that future work is performed to establish the weights of each criteria and sub-criteria within the framework. This should then be followed by establishing industry’s perceptions of the best and worst alternatives for moving freight within the Atlantic Gateway.

scholarly journals Predictors of Branding and the Role of Warranty on Consumer Choice

2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (8) ◽  
pp. 122
Author(s):  
J.C. Blewitt
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Consumer Choice ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Psychic Distance ◽  
Relative Importance ◽  
Choice Decision ◽  
Conceptual Paper ◽  
The Impact

This conceptual paper reviews the literature from three distinct areas in consumer behavior: branding, warranty, and choice. In using a mixture of these three areas, propositions are developed which will be tested in future research. The impact of this study is geared towards understanding the behavior of consumers purchasing high cost items and the relative importance and trust that is placed in the warranty that comes with such a purchase. While the study will consider domestic (United States) consumers, international factors such as country of origin and psychic distance will be posed as viable factors in the decision making process. We propose that six factors will impact the role of branding in the decision making process and that a warranty will serve as a moderator to the ultimate choice decision.

AAC Decision-Making and Mobile Technology: Points to Ponder

2014 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 104-111 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mary Ann Abbott ◽  
Debby McBride
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Communication System ◽  
Augmentative And Alternative Communication ◽  
Evaluation Process ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Alternative Communication ◽  
Ipod Touch ◽  
Feature Match

The purpose of this article is to outline a decision-making process and highlight which portions of the augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) evaluation process deserve special attention when deciding which features are required for a communication system in order to provide optimal benefit for the user. The clinician then will be able to use a feature-match approach as part of the decision-making process to determine whether mobile technology or a dedicated device is the best choice for communication. The term mobile technology will be used to describe off-the-shelf, commercially available, tablet-style devices like an iPhone®, iPod Touch®, iPad®, and Android® or Windows® tablet.

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