EKONOMIS : Journal of Economics and Business
Vol 10, No 2 (2026): September

The Nexus of Product Quality, Electronic Word of Mouth, and Variety Seeking on Brand Switching of Scarlett Products in Denpasar

Ni Putu Cempaka Dharmadewi Atmaja (Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Mahasaraswati Denpasar)
I Nengah Suardhika (Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Mahasaraswati Denpasar)
Ni Luh Ayu Mira Dhamayanti Pratiwi (Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Mahasaraswati Denpasar)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Sep 2026

Abstract

This study aims to examine the influence of product quality, electronic word of mouth (e-WOM), and variety seeking on brand switching behavior among Scarlett consumers in Denpasar. The study population consisted of Generation Z consumers who use Scarlett products in Denpasar. A total of 96 respondents were selected using a purposive sampling technique. Data were collected through interviews, documentation, and questionnaires, and analyzed using multiple linear regression. The results showed that product quality, electronic word of mouth (e-WOM), and variety seeking have a negative and significant influence on brand switching behavior; meaning that higher perceived product quality, more positive e-WOM, and the availability of product variety contribute to reducing consumers' tendency to switch to competing brands. Continuous product quality improvement, effective management of positive online reviews, and continuous product innovation are important strategies to minimize brand switching and strengthen customer loyalty among Generation Z consumers.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ojsekonomis

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

Ekonomis: Journal of Economics and Business diterbitkan oleh Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian pada Masyarakat Universitas Batanghari Jambi, Jurnal ini mencakup bidang ilmu Ekonomi Manajemen, Ekonomi Pembangunan, Akuntansi dan Bisnis. Ekonomis: Journal of Economics and Business Jurnal ini ...