The critical factors shaping customer shopping experiences with innovative technologies
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to explore the customer shopping experience in the innovative technology setting. Specifically, the purpose is to understand how do innovative technologies influence the customer shopping experience? Design/methodology/approach: This qualitative, explorative study has characteristics of a phenomenological research strategy. The data were collected from four focus groups and ten in-depth interviews with consumers. Abductive approach with an implementation of content analysis was used as a method of analysis. Findings: The results show that there are three critical factors in customer's shopping experience in the context of innovative technologies; (1) channel choice, (2) value dimensions related to convenience and enjoyment, and (3) social interaction. All factors are highly intertwined and influence each other. Originality/value: This study contributes to customer experience literature by offering a framework for understanding customer shopping experiences in the innovative technology setting. These findings have important implications for retail managers seeking to enhance customer experience and achieve a competitive advantage by utilizing innovative technology.
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2021
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Authors: | Ylilehto, Marianne ; Komulainen, Hanna ; Ulkuniemi, Pauliina |
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Baltic Journal of Management. - Emerald, ISSN 1746-5265, ZDB-ID 2241820-9. - Vol. 16.2021, 5 (15.07.), p. 661-680
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Emerald |
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