Social Distancing and Shopping Behaviour: The Role of Anxiety, Attention, and Awareness on Safety Preferences while Queuing during the COVID-19 Pandemic DOI Open Access
George Horne, Adrian Furnham

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 20(5), P. 4589 - 4589

Published: March 5, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic increased global anxiety, and many people shopped less frequently. This study quantifies customer preferences in where to shop while following social distancing regulations, specifically focusing on customers’ anxiety. Collecting data online from 450 UK participants, we measured trait queue awareness, safety preferences. Confirmatory factor analyses were used develop novel awareness preference variables new items. Path tested the hypothesised relationships between them. Queue anxiety positive predictors of preference, with partially mediating effect These results suggest that for shopping at one business not another may depend safe queueing waiting conditions, especially those more anxious about transmission. Interventions target highly aware customers are suggested. Limitations acknowledged areas future development outlined.

Language: Английский

Do consumers continue to use O2O food delivery services in the post-pandemic era? Roles of sedentary lifestyle DOI Creative Commons
Pinyi Yao, Syuhaily Osman, Mohamad Fazli Sabri

et al.

Heliyon, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 9(9), P. e19131 - e19131

Published: Aug. 15, 2023

Online-to-offline food delivery (O2OFD) services have become popular worldwide, and consumers' O2OFD usage sedentary behavior increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, whether consumers will continue to use in post-pandemic era is uncertain, relationship between lifestyle poorly understood date. Therefore, this study aims investigate continued intention their subsequent behavior, as well explore roles of lifestyle. A research model based on unified theory acceptance technology 2 (UTAUT2), integrating network externalities including lifestyle, was proposed. two-stage online survey conducted China, with 409 eligible responses used data analysis. The results indicate that habit, perceived size, complementarity were main predictors intention, whereas habit primary determinants behavior. Sedentary positively related moderated effects In addition its theoretical contributions, has implications for public policies, marketing strategies, consumer well-being.

Language: Английский

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An analysis of the factors influencing sustainable online food delivery DOI

Arjun Krishna,

Mithun Suresh,

Rohith Sankar P

et al.

Journal of Foodservice Business Research, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 1 - 28

Published: Oct. 25, 2023

There is a need to incorporate Sustainability in Online Food Delivery (OFD) as the industry has witnessed boom due increased bandwidth and network capabilities. The COVID-19 pandemic also contributed immensely acceleration of growth this industry. OFD players move unsustainable directions extract maximum profits. This research aims identify factors that act barriers across Triple Bottom Line (TBL) dimensions viz. Economic, Environmental, Social, influencing mitigating them. tools used are Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP), Technique for Order Preference by Similarity Ideal Solution (TOPSIS), Interpretive Structural Modelling (ISM) followed Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA). AHP TOPSIS were each factor's criteria weights rank platforms terms pillars Sustainability. ISM helped find contextual relationship between most dominant ones. data validation based on loadings factors, convergent discriminant validities done. rise inevitable; thus, inculcating sustainable practices pivotal. However, few works focus all Sustainability, i.e. TBL dimensions, platforms. results study can be various cloud kitchens potential startups field successfully understand either help maintain or disrupt

Language: Английский

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Consumer Perceptions of Online Food Delivery Services: Examining the Impact of Food Biosafety Measures and Brand Image DOI
Carlos Arturo Hoyos-Vallejo, Nelson Geovany Carrión-Bósquez,

Juan Cardona-Prada

et al.

Global Business Review, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Dec. 18, 2023

This study aimed to examine the impact of food biosafety measures, e-service quality, and product quality on satisfaction e-consumers who use delivery services, as well investigate whether brand image moderates relationship between e-consumer e-loyalty. The sample comprised 1709 Colombian consumers services at home or work. found that have a positive influence However, no moderating effect was e-satisfaction study’s novelty lies in providing insights into consumer behaviour changes regarding online service (OFDS) during post-pandemic period, which has resulted an increased demand for globally. These findings offer valuable information develop strategies can interpret needs expectations, learn from new trends industry, apply lessons learned promptly.

Language: Английский

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Online Food Delivery Practices and Association with Body Mass Index among University Students DOI Creative Commons

Mohd Ramadan Ab Hamid,

Jannat Mat Rani,

Syaza Firzanah Khairul Anuar

et al.

Environment-Behaviour Proceedings Journal, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 9(28), P. 227 - 233

Published: March 16, 2024

This study aims to investigate the utilisation of online food delivery among 150 undergraduate students. 71.3% participants used (OFD) services. Fast was top type meal bought online. Participants pay more attention price than nutritional value. perceived unhealthy foods because they were high in salt, sugar and oil. A Pearson chi-square test revealed a statistically significant association between body mass index OFD. In conclusion, present shows that place less emphasis on value when ordering

Language: Английский

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Impact of sudden public crises on spatial distribution patterns and driving factors of the urban catering industry: a case study of Shanghai’s catering POI data before and after COVID-19 DOI Creative Commons

Dandan Shao,

Kyungjin Zoh,

Yan‐Zhao Xie

et al.

Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 1 - 24

Published: July 24, 2024

This study uses Shanghai to explore the effects of COVID-19 pandemic on spatial distribution patterns and driving factors urban catering industry. Through quantitative analysis restaurant point-of-interest data influencing in Shanghai's main area from 2016 2022 using geographic information technology, machine learning, econometric models, this predicts changes The number restaurants continuously decreased 2022, with a significant pre-pandemic decline. industry has correlation distribution, showing pattern "one core dominance multiple cores coexisting," Jing'an Huangpu Districts having highest densities, which is expected continue. Target markets remain decisive factor location selection post-COVID. Restaurant aggregation most favorable when population density between 0 –50,000 people/km2, GDP 0–20 billion yuan/km2, housing prices are 20,000 –130,000 yuan/m2, school 0–20/km2, hospital 0–10/km2, attraction 0–40/km2. Transportation conditions have no apparent threshold; more developed transportation, for Post-COVID-19, areas high around tourist attractions less likely attract many restaurants. Areas hospitals maintain aggregation, although will decrease. schools become popular future.

Language: Английский

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FACTORS DRIVING GENERATION Z'S USE OF ONLINE FOOD DELIVERY SERVICE AT THE END OF PANDEMIC DOI Open Access

Amelda Pramezwary,

Kevin Gustian Yulius,

Vinka P Viensa

et al.

Jurnal Manajemen Perhotelan, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 9(2), P. 101 - 112

Published: Sept. 8, 2023

Food delivery industry has undergone a significant transformation with the rise of online platforms, appealing to tech-savvy Generation Z. Z was chosen as they are considered market future. This study examines factors influencing Z's use food in Tangerang, during post-COVID-19 period. Data from 150 respondents who used services past three months were analyzed using IBM SPSS version 25. The found that perceived usefulness, trust, and time-saving benefits strongly influence intention delivery. They highly value practicality, reliability, efficiency these platforms. Transparent communication reliable crucial for retaining consumers, while highlighting advantages is essential meet their preferences. Surprisingly, like ease use, safety risk perception, COVID-19 severity, vulnerability, price-saving had insignificant influence. Understanding preferences can help service providers, policymakers, marketers enhance satisfaction tailor offerings needs competitive post-pandemic market. Further research needed uncover specific drivers adoption services.

Language: Английский

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The Agri-Food and Mountain Products Market: Insights beyond the COVID-19 Pandemic DOI Creative Commons

Doru Necula,

Mădălina Ungureanu‐Iuga,

L. Ognean

et al.

Agronomy, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 13(11), P. 2739 - 2739

Published: Oct. 30, 2023

Food security is one of the main concerns in context a global crisis such as COVID-19 pandemic. The reduction people’s mobility determined changes consumers’ behavior and underlined need for re-organization food supply chains. This paper aims to summarize effects pandemic on global, Romanian mountain markets, well discuss agriculture potential democracy model. trend post-pandemic era heading toward digitalization distribution, with great attention product sustainability. People are more aware healthy environmental impact this sector. Many studies revealed specific policies counteract quality economic welfare people. In period areas, there valorization products that originate from here since they have health financial potential. Supporting could ensure production high-value products, which generally preferred by consumers. contributed re-orientation consumers towards local organic foods. Future research regarding efficiency programs implemented some areas after necessary.

Language: Английский

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Nanoplastics from Disposable Plastic Containers and Cooking Bags DOI
Ji‐Won Son,

D.H. Kim,

Seonho Lee

et al.

Published: Jan. 1, 2024

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Language: Английский

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Menu labeling and portion size control to improve the out‐of‐home food environment: A scoping review DOI Creative Commons
Kathiresan Jeyashree,

Rizwan Suliankatchi Abdulkader,

Madhumitha Haridoss

et al.

Cochrane Evidence Synthesis and Methods, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 2(1)

Published: Jan. 1, 2024

Abstract Background Menu labeling and portion size control interventions may be effective strategies to mitigate the health risks posed by out‐of‐home food environment. We conducted this scoping review map body of evidence (BoE) addressing effects menu in environment summarize research gaps base. Methods searched PubMed, Embase, Epistemonikos, PROSPERO phase 1 for systematic reviews (SRs) PubMed Embase 2 primary studies areas with insufficient SR evidence. used a comprehensive search strategy without any restrictions on publication date, language, study population characteristics or outcomes. screened all titles independently duplicate. mapped number providing per intervention‐setting combination matrix. The matrix informed searches 2. For included protocols studies, we charted population, intervention, comparator, outcome, period, design facilitate their evaluation inclusion future syntheses. Results 69 completed SRs; 37 labeling, 9 control, 23 both. types studied were quantitative nutrient information (74%), interpretational guidance (48%), contextual (13%). Most from United States, Kingdom, Canada. SRs establishments like cafeterias (51%) restaurants (39%) measured change quantity offered/ordered/consumed (96%). Phase yielded 24 studies; 16 experimental, 6 quasi‐experimental, observational studies. Conclusion BoE effectiveness is predominantly developed world, reporting impact consumer choice. There need online distal

Language: Английский

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The Impact of Pandemic and Energy Crisis on the Financial Performance of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises in European Countries DOI Creative Commons

Pavel Danihel,

Jana Kajanová

Deleted Journal, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 14, P. 113 - 123

Published: April 11, 2024

In an effort to mitigate the effects of pandemic and recent energy price shock, world economies initiated recovery packages support economic growth as part their plans.SMEs have potential be a vital supporting given process.Through entrepreneurial innovativeness, SMEs are carriers innovations that can stimulate growth.For this reason, it is necessary efforts national take into account simultaneously vulnerability in times crisis.By creating suitable conditions for revitalization financial resources, order improve health SMEs, achieve use catalyst recovery.An essential maximizing obtained effect will understanding impact both crises on performance which insightful case setting up business plans or preparation entrepreneurs reduce crisis businesses.

Language: Английский

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