Customer satisfaction with sommelier services of upscale Chinese restaurants in Hong Kong

2019 ◽  
Vol 31 (4) ◽  
pp. 532-554 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tommy Lau ◽  
Man Lai Cheung ◽  
Guilherme D. Pires ◽  
Carol Chan
Keyword(s):  
Hong Kong ◽  
Customer Satisfaction ◽  
Service Quality ◽  
Customer Loyalty ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Impact

Purpose The abolishment of the wine tax in Hong Kong has led to increased wine consumption and increased demand for wine-related professionals, such as sommeliers. Yet the importance of sommeliers’ value-adding performance in the context of upscale Chinese restaurants has not been examined. To address this gap, the SERVQUAL framework is adopted to examine the influence of sommeliers’ service quality (SQ) on customer satisfaction (CS) and loyalty in the context of upscale Chinese restaurants in Hong Kong. Design/methodology/approach The survey method is used to collect data from 302 units of the population of interest, partial least square-structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) is used to test the links between constructs. Findings Four of the seven dimensions of sommeliers’ service quality, namely, empathy, tangibles, credibility and assurance, have a significant positive impact on customer satisfaction and customer loyalty, whereas the impact of perceived value and responsiveness on customer satisfaction and customer loyalty is positive but only marginally significant. Reliability has a weak and non-significant impact on customer satisfaction and customer loyalty. Research limitations/implications Examining a small number of upscale Chinese restaurants in Hong Kong limits generalisation of the findings to other contexts. Replication of the research in different contexts will enhance generalizability. In terms of implications, the discussion highlights the importance of sommeliers’ service performance on customers’ SQ perceptions SQ, CS and loyalty, all of which are important variables for restaurateurs. Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the first study of the influence of the quality of sommelier’s SQ on CS and loyalty in upscale Chinese restaurants in Hong Kong. Given the lack of attention to this service role in the literature, the study contributes theory from which further understanding can develop.

scholarly journals A framework for measuring customer loyalty for 3PL industry: a case of evolving market

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Waqar Ahmed ◽  
Arsalan Najmi ◽  
Simonov Kusi-Sarpong ◽  
Sharfuddin Ahmed Khan ◽  
Asad Khushal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Customer Satisfaction ◽  
Service Quality ◽  
Relationship Quality ◽  
Customer Loyalty ◽  
Customer Orientation ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Content Type

PurposeThis research aims to propose a framework for measuring customer loyalty for third party logistics (3PL) industry by exploring the attributes that are more attractive to customers and ascertain the mechanisms for increasing customer loyalty in 3PL industry.Design/methodology/approachData were collected from one hundred and thirty-three (133) respondents who were employees of different industries that outsource 3PL services. The partial least square structural equation modeling (PLS–SEM) was deployed for analysis.FindingsThe results showed that service quality has a significant positive impact on customer orientation, customer satisfaction and relationship quality. On the other hand, customer orientation has been observed to positively impact customer satisfaction but an insignificant impact on customer loyalty and relationship quality. Customer satisfaction has a significant positive impact on relationship quality but an insignificant impact on customer loyalty. Also, relationship quality has a significant positive impact on customer loyalty.Practical implicationsThe results recommend that 3PL companies' managers focus more on developing quality relationships with their customers, delivering exemplary service quality and offering customer orientation.Originality/valueThis study will help the stakeholders gain much more understanding and insights on how competitive advantage can be achieved and, consequently, help 3PL become the market leaders.

scholarly journals Relationships between system quality, service quality, and customer satisfaction

2018 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. 73-102 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anas Abdelsatar Mohammad Salameh ◽  
Hartini Ahmad ◽  
Faisal Zulhumadi ◽  
Faruq Muhammad Abubakar
Keyword(s):  
Customer Satisfaction ◽  
Service Quality ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
System Quality ◽  
Unit Of Analysis ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The University ◽  
The Impact

Purpose This study aims to explore the impact of system quality dimensions, namely, ease of use, accessibility, interactivity and website innovativeness on service quality (SQ) and customer satisfaction. Design/methodology/approach The study used a quantitative approach, by using a survey method. The unit of analysis was the individual. A total of 618 questionnaires were randomly distributed to university students and staff in Jordan. The partial least square path-modeling method was used in the estimation of causal relationships of the constructs examined in the study. Findings The outcomes of this study showed that ease of use, interactivity and website innovativeness have significant positive relationships with the SQ. Consequently, SQ significantly influences customer satisfaction. Research limitations/implications Limitations of this research were related to the unit of analysis, as it was conducted within the geographical region of Jordan and the university context, where the culture and level of the technological advancement may be different than other countries. Practical implications This research can assist mobile commerce (m-commerce) service policymakers to formulate significant policies that could enhance the nature of services being rendered and thus bring greater benefits to the customers. Originality/value This research has extended the body of knowledge on emerging trends in m-commerce innovation adoption, more specifically in the university context. Furthermore, it offers insight on the importance of m-commerce in the minds of customers, in such a way that it will bring about the intention to repeat patronage in the future.

Clarifying the impact of product scarcity and perceived uniqueness in buyers' purchase behavior of games of limited-amount version

2014 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 232-249 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hsiu-Ju Chen ◽  
Tzu-Hui Sun
Keyword(s):  
Purchase Intention ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Theoretical Development ◽  
Purchase Behavior ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Game Industry ◽  
The Impact

Purpose – Different from general goods, games are intangible. Games of limited-amount version are much more expensive. However, the value of games cannot be actually validated, while buyers purchase the intangible goods. This study, therefore, aims to empirically clarify the impact of product scarcity and uniqueness in buyers' purchase of games of limited-amount version. Design/methodology/approach – Based on literature review, the survey method was conducted. Data of 204 respondents who recently bought games of limited-amount version were gathered and analyzed with partial least square. Findings – The results showed that perceived quality and perceived uniqueness, significantly increased by product scarcity, was shown of significant positive impact on perceived value which significantly enhanced purchase intention. Research limitations/implications – The results indicated the importance of high quality and the reflection of uniqueness in buyers' purchase of games of limited-amount version. The results also validated the effect of scarcity on intangible goods. Practically, the results facilitated strategic operation and marketing of game producers and suppliers in designing and marketing game software. The results also facilitated further theoretical development of goods scarcity. Originality/value – Nowadays, product scarcity has been an important operation and marketing strategy to enterprises. Games are an industry of growing importance. However, the impact of scarcity in buyers' purchase of games of limited-amount version was still limited. The results validated the importance of scarcity and perceived uniqueness in intangible game goods purchase behavior. The validation of this study can provide references for strategic operation and marketing of the game industry.

scholarly journals The Mediation Effect of Customer Satisfaction in Relationship between Product Quality and Service Quality towards Customer Loyalty In Fuzee Sushi

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 172
Author(s):  
Charly Hongdiyanto ◽  
Kevin Liemena
Keyword(s):  
Customer Satisfaction ◽  
Service Quality ◽  
Product Quality ◽  
Customer Loyalty ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Beverage Industry ◽  
Food And Beverage Industry ◽  
Food And Beverage

<p>Food and beverage industry in Indonesia has been growing constantly every year and also contributed to manufacture and economy growth in both current and the next following years. The important role of food and beverage industry is transparent through the consistent contribution and significant impact toward Gross Domestic Product and food and beverage startup businesses has been experiencing growth every year due to the growth of population in Indonesia. This study was made to know the effect of product quality and service quality towards customer loyalty of Fuzee Sushi. There is also customer satisfaction as a mediator between product quality and service quality to customer loyalty. This research aims on Fuzee Sushi’ customers that has bought the product more than once. An online questionnaire was distributed to the entire sample and used five points Likert scale as a measurement method. The data are analyzed using Partial Least Square. The result of this research showed that product quality has positive relationship toward customer loyalty directly however, service quality does not have positive impact directly toward customer loyalty. Product quality and service quality mediated by customer satisfaction has positive impact towards customer loyalty. The findings purpose is to understand more about product quality, service quality, customer satisfaction, and customer loyalty relationship in start-up food and beverage business in Indonesia.<strong></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p>

scholarly journals Corporate Social Responsibility and Customer Loyalty in Food Chains—Mediating Role of Customer Satisfaction and Corporate Reputation

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (16) ◽  
pp. 8681
Author(s):  
Waris Ali ◽  
Yu Danni ◽  
Badar Latif ◽  
Rehana Kouser ◽  
Saleh Baqader
Keyword(s):  
Customer Satisfaction ◽  
Customer Loyalty ◽  
Corporate Reputation ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Food Chains

The study examined the role of perceived CSR in deriving customer loyalty by exploring direct and mediated effects of corporate reputation and customer satisfaction in Pakistan’s food chains. The data were collected through a survey method from 322 customers of McDonald’s in Pakistan during October 2019 and January 2020. The collected information was then analyzed through the Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) technique to test the hypothesized relationships. The results revealed a significant positive impact of perceived CSR on customer loyalty, corporate reputation, and customer satisfaction. Further, customer satisfaction and corporate reputation appeared to mediate the relationship between perceived CSR and customer loyalty.

scholarly journals Customer satisfaction and customer loyalty in Vietnamese mobile telecommunication industry

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Trinh Kim Hoa ◽  
Luu Thi Bich Ngoc
Keyword(s):  
Customer Satisfaction ◽  
Service Quality ◽  
Customer Loyalty ◽  
Brand Image ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Telecommunication Industry ◽  
Mobile Telecommunication ◽  
Price Perception ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Mobile Telecom

This study was aimed at investigating three factors (service quality, brand image and price perception) and assessed the degree of the impact of each factor on customer satisfaction, especially the relationship between customer satisfaction and customer loyalty in Vietnamese mobile telecom sector where there have been the existence of the fierce competition, mature market and internationally integrated economy, ultimately struggling for market share and survival. The results indicated that each factor (service quality, brand image, price perception) has a positive impact on customer satisfaction at the different level as well as a significantly positive relationship between customer satisfaction and customer loyalty in mobile telecommunication industry in Vietnam. The results of this study are consistent with the findings and evidence in the extant literature. The study provides the important feedback from customers to mobile telecom suppliers. Research findings are expected to be marketing insights for Vietnamese mobile telecom managers so that they can develop the sound marketing strategies in today’s competitive and costly market.

scholarly journals The Effect of Service Quality, Trust, Brand Image on Customer Satisfaction (Study on Cimb Niaga Tabungan Bisnis PT. Bank Cimb Niaga Tangerang Bintaro Branch)

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (8) ◽  
pp. 1767-1772
Author(s):  
Defi Alfianto ◽  
Dr. Tafiprios, SE,. MM
Keyword(s):  
Data Analysis ◽  
Customer Satisfaction ◽  
Service Quality ◽  
Brand Image ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Questionnaire Data ◽  
Analysis Method ◽  
Convenience Sampling

In this researchpintends to analyze the influence of service quality, trust, brand image and customer satisfaction. The object of this research is the customer of bank cimb niaga branch tanggerang bintaro the number of samples specified is a total of 100 respondents by using slovin calculation method. The sample withdrawal method uses Convenience Sampling. The method performed for data collection using the survey method, with research instruments is a questionnaire. Data analysis method using SEM Partial Least Square (PLS).. Penelitian has proven telah that thequality of service has a positive and significant effect on customer satisfaction,trust kepercayaan has a positive and significant effect on customer satisfaction,and the brand image has a positive and significant effect on pt customer satisfaction. Bank CIMB Niaga Tangerang Bintaro Branch

scholarly journals Studi Mediasi Kepuasan Pelanggan Pada Industri Retail: Peran Kualitas Layanan dan Implikasinya terhadap Loyalitas Pelanggan

IQTISHODUNA ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 115-130
Author(s):  
Mohammad Nur Safri Ramadhan ◽  
Nur Asnawi
Keyword(s):  
Customer Satisfaction ◽  
Service Quality ◽  
Direct Effect ◽  
Customer Loyalty ◽  
Comparative Research ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Retail Service ◽  
Retail Service Quality ◽  
Pls Method

The purpose of this research is to determine the direct effect of retail service quality on customers' loyalty and satisfaction, the effect of customer satisfaction on their loyalty and how much customer satisfaction mediates retail service quality on customers' loyalty on Super Indo Bendungan Sutami customers, Malang. This research method uses comparative research with a quantitative approach. The sample used was 120 respondents with collected data by a questionnaire. The data analysis in this study used the Partial Least Square (PLS) method. The results of this research indicate that there is a direct effect of the retail service quality variable upon customers' loyalty and also on customer satisfaction which has a direct influence on customers of Super Indo Bendungan Sutami. Meanwhile, loyalty and can mediate the effect of retail service quality on customer loyalty.               

The influence of e-customer satisfaction, e-trust and perceived value on consumer's repurchase intention in B2C e-commerce segment

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Miao Miao ◽  
Tariq Jalees ◽  
Syed Imran Zaman ◽  
Sherbaz Khan ◽  
Noor-ul-Ain Hanif ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Customer Satisfaction ◽  
Service Quality ◽  
Perceived Value ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Mediation Effect ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Repurchase Intention ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Online Experience

PurposeThis research study investigates the factors that influence e-customer satisfaction, e-trust, perceived value and consumers repurchase intention in the context of the B2C e-commerce segment. It investigates the mediation effect of e-customer satisfaction, e-trust and perceived value on repurchase intention. It also examines the moderating role of prior online experience.Design/methodology/approachBased on the adapted questionnaire, pre-recruited enumerators collected the data from five leading business universities of Karachi. They distributed 425 questionnaires and received 415 questionnaires. The study has used Partial Least Square-Structure Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) technique for data analysis.FindingsWe have tested 20 hypotheses, of which our results do not support five, including two direct, two mediating. Our results support all the direct hypotheses except the following two: (1) delivery service affects e-satisfaction (2) customer services quality effect on trust. We did not find support for the following two mediating hypotheses (1) e-satisfaction mediates delivery services and repurchase intention, (2) service quality mediates customers' service quality and repurchase intention. Our results do not support one moderating relationship. Prior online experience moderates e-perceived value and repurchase intention.Research limitations/implicationsThis research provides valuable information to the online retailers of B2C e-commerce, which can help them make strategies based on their consumers' behavior and encourage them to make repeat purchases from online retailing stores. It allows future researchers to replicate the model in cross-cultural studies in different product categories.Originality/valueWe have examined the moderating effect of prior online experience between (e-satisfaction, e-trust and perceived value) on the repurchase intention.

Factors affecting online repurchase intention

2014 ◽  
Vol 114 (4) ◽  
pp. 597-611 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chinho Lin ◽  
Watcharee Lekhawipat
Keyword(s):  
Customer Satisfaction ◽  
Online Shopping ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Repurchase Intention ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Shopping Experience ◽  
Online Shoppers ◽  
The Impact

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to investigate the effects of online shopping experience and habit in relation to adjusted expectations for enhancing online repurchase intention. Design/methodology/approach – The authors employed partial least square (PLS) as a technique used to analyze the measurement and structural models. Data for this research were collected from 240 Taiwanese online shoppers who had experienced online shopping at least four times. Findings – The result of this study indicates that online shopping habit acts as a moderator of both customer satisfaction and adjusted expectations, whereas online shopping experience can be considered a key driver for customer satisfaction. Furthermore, the research findings confirm that customer satisfaction is a vital driver of adjusted expectations and online repurchase intention. Adjusted expectations do mediate the impact of online repurchase intention. Research limitations/implications – This paper highlights the effect of online shopping experience and online shopping habit on enhancing repurchase intention. The result implies that the acquisition of usage experience and spontaneous purchases not only leads to higher customer satisfaction and customer expectations, but also strengthens online repurchase intention. The use of self-report scales suggests the possibility of a common method bias. Future studies may further test the robustness of this study in the interplay of experience and habit to shed more light on their relative importance in explaining online repurchase intention. Originality/value – This study extends expectancy-disconfirmation paradigm, especially in the context of online shopping, by emphasizing cognitive, affective, and behavioral change on the attitude-intention behavior of online shoppers.

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