Asia Pacific Journal of Management and Education
Vol 7, No 3 (2024): November 2024

Factors Influencing Consumer Loyalty: A Study in the Tech Industry

Hui, Gan Kia (Unknown)
Ibrahim, Haslindar (Unknown)
Jie, Lee Sze (Unknown)
Wen, Lee Xin (Unknown)
Guowei, Li (Unknown)
Baochen, Li (Unknown)
Putri, Firanda Leiliya (Unknown)
Syah, Fito Firman (Unknown)
Gupta, Somya (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
23 Nov 2024

Abstract

Since Apple’s 2010 release of the revolutionary iPhone 4, the brand has become a dominant force in the tech industry, fostering high customer loyalty through its integrated, secure ecosystem. This study aims to explore the factors driving Apple’s consumer loyalty in Malaysia, focusing on brand experience, brand innovativeness, social influence, perceived value, and brand trust. Primary and secondary data were collected, and a digital survey of 150 Malaysian Apple users provided insights into their loyalty determinants. Using regression analysis, the findings reveal that perceived value and brand trust significantly and positively impact consumer loyalty, while brand experience, brand innovativeness, and social influence show minimal influence. With an R-squared value of 0.596, the model suggests that nearly 60% of loyalty variance is explained by these factors, highlighting perceived value and trust as critical components. These results imply that Apple should prioritize enhancing perceived value and maintaining brand trust to strengthen consumer loyalty in competitive markets. Future research could explore additional factors like sustainability and community engagement to provide a fuller understanding of loyalty drivers in the tech industry.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

APJME

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Other

Description

APJME aims to feature narrative, theoretical, and empirically-based research articles relevant to management and education area. We also strive to develop a better understanding on education as well as management fields. APJME has a mission to be carried out which is to bring up the latest topic ...