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The Key of Customer’s Satisfaction and Loyalty: E-Service Quality, Price, and Trust Fachrizal, Fiqhi; Apsari Sugiat, Maria; Yunita, Irni
Journal of Economics and Business UBS Vol. 12 No. 6 (2023): Special Issue
Publisher : Cv. Syntax Corporation Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52644/joeb.v12i6.1281

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Some companies do not reach sustainability because of the lack of innovation in products, services, and marketing, With the aim of growing the customer count as well as to maintain existing customers. Currently, competition in the telecommunications industry is very tight due to the increasing number of internet providers, such as Indihome, Biznet, Iconnet, and other official and unofficial local ISPs. Internet provider companies must be able to enhance the quality of services and products that are capable of reaching various economic levels, including upper, middle, and lower levels, as the demand for internet continues to grow, even in rural areas. This research endeavors to analyze e-service quality, web design, price, and trust affect the level of satisfaction and loyalty of Indihome customers. The quantitative research design is being utilized. The type of research used is descriptive. New Indihome users in the Datel Situbondo area were the focus of the study who started subscribing since the first semester period of 2022, which totalled 1059 people. Researchers used purposive sampling technique to collect sample of 290 respondents. This research covers Situbondo Representative Office area which is divided into 4 regions, consisting of Situbondo, Mlandingan, Besuki, and Asembagus. Drawing from the research results, e-service quality, price, and trust each have a positively effect on customer satisfaction and customer loyalty. Customer satisfaction is related to customer loyalty. As customer satisfaction rises, so does customer loyalty.
The use of UTAUT model to understand user intention and user behavior of mobile banking BIMA PT Bank Jateng Putro, Christophorus Bagus Ratnanto; Sugiat, Maria Apsari
International Journal of Accounting and Management Information Systems Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): February
Publisher : Goodwood Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35912/ijamis.v3i1.3252

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Purpose: This study aims to explore the factors influencing users’ behavioral intention and actual usage behavior of the BIMA mobile banking application by PT Bank Jateng. It applies the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT), enriched with contextual variables including mobile self-efficacy, perceived enjoyment, and user satisfaction. Research/methodology: A quantitative method was adopted through a structured survey of 384 BIMA users. Data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) via SmartPLS. Validity and reliability were tested using AVE and Composite Reliability, while model fit was assessed through SRMR, NFI, R², and Q² values. Results: Out of 13 hypothesized relationships, 10 were supported. Mobile self-efficacy significantly influenced perceived enjoyment, which in turn strongly affected performance expectancy, effort expectancy, and satisfaction. Consumer satisfaction emerged as the most influential factor affecting intention to use, which subsequently impacted usage behavior. Social influence and facilitating conditions also significantly influenced behavioral outcomes. However, performance expectancy did not significantly influence satisfaction, and both effort expectancy and facilitating conditions showed no significant impact on intention to use. Conclusions: Emotional factors like perceived enjoyment and satisfaction, along with social influences, play a more dominant role than purely functional factors (e.g., effort or performance expectancy) in determining adoption and continued use of mobile banking. The findings suggest a shift from technical-centric to user experience-centric approaches in digital banking development. Limitations: This study focuses solely on the BIMA mobile banking app using a cross-sectional design and PLS-SEM method. It does not account for moderating or mediating variables and may limit generalizability beyond the study context. Contribution: The study extends the UTAUT model by adding emotional and contextual factors to better explain mobile banking usage and offers practical insights for improving user experience and digital adoption in regional banking.
Impact of social media marketing activity on brand loyalty Yunanto, Wahyu; Apsari Sugiat, Maria; Ariyanti, Maya
Journal of Multidisciplinary Academic Business Studies Vol. 2 No. 3 (2025): May
Publisher : Goodwood Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35912/jomabs.v2i3.2899

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Purpose: This study examines the effectiveness of Social Media Marketing Activities (SMMA) in enhancing brand loyalty at PT. Mumpuni Inti Mandiri. It evaluates customer perceptions of SMMA, self-brand connection, brand equity, brand trust, and their influence on brand loyalty. Method: A quantitative positivist approach was applied. Data were gathered through online surveys targeting PT customers. Mumpuni Inti Mandiri. Structural equation Modelling (SEM) using Partial Least Squares (PLS) via SmartPLS 3.2.6 was employed to analyze the data. Validity and reliability tests ensured the accuracy of the instruments. The hypotheses were tested using one-tailed T-statistics. Results: The results show that Customer perceptions of SMMA, self-brand connection, brand equity, brand trust, and brand loyalty were in the high category. SMMA significantly influences self-brand connection, brand equity, and brand trust. Moreover, brand loyalty is affected both directly and indirectly by these mediators. This implies that PT. Mumpuni Inti Mandiri’s social media strategies are effective in fostering emotional connection, consumer trust, and long-term loyalty. Conclusions: SMMA plays a vital role in building brand loyalty by enhancing brand-related psychological factors. Integrated social media marketing efforts have proven to be valuable in creating strong brand-consumer relationships. Limitations: The study’s scope was limited to one company and used self-reported survey data, which may affect generalizability. Contribution and Novelty: This study introduces an integrated model that connects SMMA with brand loyalty through emotional and cognitive pathways, offering insights into effective digital branding strategies in emerging markets.
The use of UTAUT model to understand user intention and user behavior of mobile banking BIMA PT Bank Jateng Putro, Christophorus Bagus Ratnanto; Sugiat, Maria Apsari
Journal of Multidisciplinary Academic Business Studies Vol. 2 No. 4 (2025): August
Publisher : Goodwood Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35912/jomabs.v2i4.3191

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Purpose: This study explores factors influencing users’ behavioral intention and actual usage of the BIMA mobile banking application by PT Bank Jateng. It applies the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT), enhanced with contextual variables such as mobile self-efficacy, perceived enjoyment, and satisfaction. Research/methodology: A quantitative approach was conducted through a survey of 384 BIMA users. Data were analyzed with Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) using SmartPLS. Reliability and validity were tested with AVE and Composite Reliability, while model fit was assessed through SRMR, NFI, R², and Q² values. Results: Of 13 hypothesized paths, 10 were supported. Mobile self-efficacy strongly affected perceived enjoyment, which significantly influenced performance expectancy, effort expectancy, and satisfaction. Satisfaction emerged as the most influential factor on intention to use, which in turn impacted usage behavior. Social influence and facilitating conditions also contributed positively. However, performance expectancy did not significantly affect satisfaction, and both effort expectancy and facilitating conditions showed no significant effect on intention to use. Conclusions: Emotional factors like enjoyment and satisfaction, together with social influence, dominate over functional aspects in shaping adoption and continued use of mobile banking, suggesting a shift toward user experience-driven digital banking strategies. Limitations: The study is limited to one application, cross-sectional design, and PLS-SEM, reducing broader generalization. Contribution: This research extends UTAUT by incorporating emotional and contextual variables, providing practical insights for  enhancing user experience and digital adoption in regional banking.
The Influence of Online Customer Reviews and Celebrity Endorsement on Purchase Intention of Skin Mandatory Products Marieski, Tikki Capriati; Sugiat, Maria Apsari
Jurnal Ilmiah Manajemen Kesatuan Vol. 13 No. 5 (2025): JIMKES Edisi September 2025
Publisher : LPPM Institut Bisnis dan Informatika Kesatuan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37641/jimkes.v13i5.3689

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The Indonesian cosmetics industry faces intense competition, with local brands like Skin Mandatory struggling to maintain consumer purchase intention in e-commerce settings. This study aims to examine how influencer credibility, influencer attractiveness, and online customer reviews shape consumer attitudes, and their subsequent impact on brand loyalty, brand awareness, electronic word-of-mouth (eWOM), and purchase intention. A quantitative approach was employed, collecting data from 400 respondents who purchased Skin Mandatory products via e-commerce platforms using an online questionnaire with a 5-point Likert scale. Data were analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling. The findings confirm that influencer credibility, attractiveness, and online reviews have a significant impact on consumer attitudes, which in turn drive brand loyalty, brand awareness, and eWOM, ultimately influencing purchase intention. However, influencer attractiveness and eWOM showed weaker effects, likely due to a mismatch with the brand’s natural skincare image and low consumer engagement in sharing online recommendations. The study concludes that Skin Mandatory should align influencer selection with its brand identity and enhance eWOM through user-generated content campaigns to boost purchase intention. These findings offer practical strategies for local cosmetic brands to strengthen consumer engagement in competitive e-commerce markets.
Customer Satisfaction as Mediator of eWOM and Social Media Marketing Effects on Purchase Intention in Indonesia’s Fitness Industry Pratama, Christophorus Aditya Sunu; Sugiat, Maria Apsari
Jurnal Ilmiah Manajemen Kesatuan Vol. 13 No. 5 (2025): JIMKES Edisi September 2025
Publisher : LPPM Institut Bisnis dan Informatika Kesatuan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37641/jimkes.v13i5.3817

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The fitness industry in Indonesia has undergone a rapid transformation, particularly after the COVID-19 pandemic, which heightened public interest in health and home-based exercise. This shift has encouraged brands like Gymfitnessindo to adopt digital marketing strategies to influence consumer behavior. This study aims to analyze the impact of Electronic Word of Mouth (eWOM) and Social Media Marketing (SMM) on Purchase Intention, with Customer Satisfaction as a mediating variable and ICT Effectiveness and Endorsement as moderating variables. A quantitative research design was used, collecting data from 220 respondents via purposive sampling using Google Forms. Data analysis was conducted using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The results show that eWOM and SMM do not directly affect Purchase Intention. However, both significantly influence Purchase Intention indirectly through Customer Satisfaction. Conversely, ICT Effectiveness and Endorsement do not significantly moderate the relationship between Customer Satisfaction and Purchase Intention. The study concludes that digital marketing strategies are only effective in influencing Purchase Intention when mediated by Customer Satisfaction. This highlights the critical role of satisfaction in the digital purchase journey, especially in high-involvement products such as fitness equipment.
The Influence of Hospital Brand Image, Sharia Service Standards, and Psychospiritual Factors on Patient Loyalty in Indonesian Sharia Hospitals Hariwibowo, Fatnan Setyo; Ariyanti, Maya; Sugiat, Maria Apsari; Hidayah, Riski Taufik
Jurnal Ilmiah Manajemen Kesatuan Vol. 13 No. 6 (2025): JIMKES Edisi November 2025
Publisher : LPPM Institut Bisnis dan Informatika Kesatuan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37641/jimkes.v13i6.4353

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This study examines the impact of hospital brand image, Sharia service standards, and psychospiritual factors on patient loyalty in Sharia hospitals. Sharia hospitals in Indonesia are growing amid demand for Islam-aligned healthcare. Revenue and patients rise yearly but miss targets: 12-15 percent growth versus 20 percent goal, and 5-7 percent versus 15 percent. This signals loyalty issues involving brand image, Sharia quality, religiosity, trust, attitudes, and satisfaction. The aim is to analyze their interactions. Quantitative surveys with purposive sampling target patients from the past three years. Structural Equation Modeling analyzes 315 responses. Results reveal brand image drives Sharia standards; religiosity and trust form attitudes; standards and attitudes build satisfaction, the top loyalty predictor. Direct paths are significant; satisfaction variance is 53.1 percent, and loyalty 34.8 percent, via mediation. Improving brand and Sharia elements raises satisfaction and loyalty for growth targets. Prioritize digital marketing and spiritual care for retention.
Analyzing Digital Utility App Adoption: A UTAUT Approach on PLN Mobile with Technological Literacy as a Moderator Adi Susantyo, Ignatius; Yuldinawati, Lia; Apsari Sugiat, Maria
Advance Sustainable Science Engineering and Technology Vol. 8 No. 1 (2026): November - January
Publisher : Science and Technology Research Centre Universitas PGRI Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26877/asset.v8i1.2367

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This study examines customers' determinants of behavioral intention to utilize the PLN Mobile application using the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) with technological literacy as a moderating variable. The data were collected from 399 respondents in the UP3 Western Flores Area using purposive sampling and analyzed by Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The model demonstrated adequate reliability and validity (AVE > 0.5; composite reliability > 0.7) with R² = 0.62 for behavioral intention. Results indicate that performance expectancy, perceived usefulness, social influence, and facilitating conditions significantly influence intention to use the app, β = 0.21–0.34, p < 0.05, while trust and hedonic motivation were not significant. Technological literacy cemented the relationship between intention and real use, emphasizing digital capability as a key adoption driver. Active usage is minimal amid high download rates. The findings provide theoretical contributions to digital service adoption models and practical implications for facilitating user support, literacy programs, and mobile utility system introduction.
Technology Adoption of Utility Mobile Applications across Generational Cohorts Using UTAUT: A PLS-SEM Approach Kustiawan, Isce; Apsari Sugiat, Maria
Advance Sustainable Science Engineering and Technology Vol. 8 No. 1 (2026): November - January
Publisher : Science and Technology Research Centre Universitas PGRI Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26877/asset.v8i1.2368

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This study examines the determinants of users’ intention to adopt the PLN Mobile application among Generations X, Y, and Z in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, by extending the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) with additional constructs, including perceived value, perceived trust, perceived security, attractiveness of alternatives, and social influence, with generational cohort as a moderating variable. A quantitative causal design was applied, collecting data from 438 PLN customers using proportional stratified sampling across four regional offices. Data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS). The results revealed that perceived ease of use (β = 0.322, p < 0.001), social influence (β = 0.268, p < 0.001), and perceived security (β = 0.194, p < 0.01) had significant positive effects on intention to use, while perceived value, perceived trust, and perceived usefulness were not significant predictors. Social influence also significantly influenced perceived trust (β = 0.531, p < 0.001). Moderation analysis indicated that Generation Y exhibited the strongest moderating effects across most relationships, whereas Generation Z had the least impact. These findings provide actionable insights for public digital service providers, emphasizing the need to enhance ease of use, strengthen security, and leverage peer influence to improve adoption across generational segments.
The Mediating Role of Perceived Information Quality and Destination Image in the Influence of Generated Content on Tourists’ Intention to Visit Luthfiamer, Luthfiamer; Sugiat, Maria Apsari; Azis, Anton Mulyono
Ekonomis: Journal of Economics and Business Vol 10, No 1 (2026): Maret
Publisher : Universitas Batanghari Jambi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33087/ekonomis.v10i1.2660

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This study aims to examine the influence of generated content on tourists’ intention to visit Derawan Islands by employing the Stimulus-Organism-Response (S-O-R) theoretical framework. In this model, generated content, both user-generated (UGC) and firm-generated content (FGC), acts as a stimulus that affects tourists’ perceptions of information quality (perceived information quality) and destination image, which in turn influence their intention to visit. The research is motivated by the significant decline in Indonesia’s tourism sector due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which also impacted the Derawan Islands through reduced international tourist visits. In the post-pandemic context, tourist behavior and preferences have shifted considerably, with increasing demand for credible and engaging digital information. This study employs a quantitative approach to assess the relationships between these variables. The findings indicate that generated content has a significant positive effect on both perceived information quality and destination image, which serve as mediators influencing tourists’ intention to visit. These results highlight the importance of content-driven digital marketing strategies in restoring the attractiveness of tourism destinations. This research offers theoretical contributions to the development of digital tourism literature and practical insights for destination managers seeking to enhance their promotional effectiveness in the digital era.