Perceived Impact of Product Innovation on Brand Loyalty: A Study of Smartphone Consumers in China
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https://doi.org/10.48017/dj.v10ispecial_1.3151Palabras clave:
produc innovation, brand loyalty, smartphone, product featuresResumen
With heightened competition within the smartphone industry, especially in China, coupled with increasing consumer expectations, understanding the factors influencing brand loyalty is crucial for both academia and industry. This study investigates the nuanced relationship between product innovation and brand loyalty within the dynamic context of smartphone products. The study adopts a quantitative approach, incorporating a survey among 385 smartphone users from China. The findings revealed that the features influencing smartphone preferences among respondents include wireless charging features, superior camera capabilities, and performance to name a few. In addition, respondents express favorable views on product innovation dimensions that include appearance and design; quality and durability; functional innovation; and features of the smartphones they own at the time of the study. In terms of the association between brand loyalty and socio-demographic characteristics, results showed that gender, age groups, education level, income level, and employment status emerged as factors in shaping brand loyalty within the smartphone market among Chinese owners. However, contrary to expectations, the study found no significant relationship between perceived product innovation dimensions (Appearance and Design, Quality and Durability, Functions, and Features) and brand loyalty. To thrive in the ever-evolving landscape of the smartphone industry, Chinese businesses must adopt strategic approaches that will promote brand loyalty among their target market. Even though product innovation does not directly lead to brand loyalty, the business should continue innovating to ensure that customers will purchase their products, and then elevate other possible factors that will lead to brand loyalty.Métricas
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