by Chan Kui-kwong, Kenneth, Fung, Kwok-Yue, Dora. / Includes questionnaire in Chinese. / Thesis (M.B.A.)--Chinese University of Hong Kong, 1994. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 77-78). / ABSTRACT --- p.ii / TABLE OF CONTENTS --- p.iv / LIST OF EXHIBITS --- p.vi / ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS --- p.vii / CHAPTER / Chapter I. --- BACKGROUND AND STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM --- p.1 / Introduction --- p.1 / What are Instant Noodles? --- p.5 / Background --- p.8 / Hong Kong --- p.8 / London --- p.9 / Vancouver --- p.10 / Statement of Objectives --- p.11 / Chapter II. --- LITERATURE REVIEW --- p.12 / Chapter III. --- METHODOLOGY --- p.19 / Chapter IV. --- FINDINGS AND ANALYSIS --- p.21 / The Respondents --- p.21 / Dining Habits --- p.21 / Instant Noodles --- p.22 / Consumer Behaviour --- p.28 / Psychographics --- p.33 / Conclusion --- p.39 / Chapter V. --- RECOMMENDATIONS --- p.41 / To Lead in Hong Kong --- p.46 / To Break Through in London --- p.48 / To Grow in Vancouver --- p.51 / Chapter VI. --- LIMITATIONS --- p.55 / APPENDIX --- p.56 / BIBLIOGRAPHY --- p.77

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Thesis (MIHM)--AUT University, 2009. / Includes bibliographical references. Also held in print (ix, 245 leaves : ill. ; 30 cm. + 2 DVDs) in the Archive at the City Campus (T 394.1209932 NEI)

Thesis (Ph. D.)--Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 1994. / Vita. Abstract. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 216-233). Also available via the Internet.

Prof. F. J. Herbst

Dissertation submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Master's Degree in Technology: Marketing, Durban University of Technology, 2009. / Store layout is an important factor affecting consumer behaviour and a critical determinant towards the creation of store image. Well designed layouts are extremely important because they strongly influence in-store traffic patterns, shopping atmosphere, shopping behaviour, and operational efficiency (Vrechopoulos et al., 2004: 13). When an inconsistency occurs, some consumers will abandon that establishment in search of another one which offers fast, convenient and better services (Andersen, 1997: 118). Taking a more strategic approach to store layout can reap big rewards by boosting sales, increasing customer loyalty and ultimately increasing turnover (Clark, 2003: 42). The overall aim of the study was to ascertain if independent convenience stores in Kwa Mashu are aware of the impact of store layout on purchasing patterns of consumers. In order to accomplish the objectives of the study, a quantitative study was conducted at the convenience stores at Kwa Mashu by means of self-administered questionnaires. A sample of 400 respondents was asked questions pertaining to the study. The respondents were selected through non-probability sampling within which convenience sampling was applied. Conclusions and recommendations were thereafter drawn from the literature and the findings of the study. The results of this study show that consumers experience problems with store layout. It was found that appearance of the store, merchandise display, store atmosphere, instore service and accessibility are the major causes of this discomfort. Therefore, it is recommended that convenience retail owners in Kwa Mashu attend to those areas and see to it that necessary strategies are implemented to help customers where there is a need.

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Enhancing satiety may be a route to overcome excess food intake, a causative agent of the obesity epidemic effecting [sic] developed and developing nations. A theory has evolved that if food processing has been a major contributor to the obesity epidemic then food processing and manipulation could be the solution to the crisis. This could be by means of the manipulation of food to target regulatory mechanisms of the food-gut-brain axis to produce satiety from fewer calories. This thesis is an investigation, using the Sprague Dawley rat model, into possible interactions between macronutrient content and food structure in the regulation of satiation and satiety, and to provide evidence for possible enhanced satiation or satiety by protein crosslinking noted in human studies. Three principle studies were performed: 1) variation in macronutrient content of a base diet presented in a solid or liquid form; 2) gavage of a single macronutrient containing solutions directly to the stomach; and 3) using protein crosslinking to change food form without changing caloric density. Overall, the study found no evidence to support an interaction between macronutrient content and diet form, nor that protein is a more effective macronutrient for inducing satiation or prolonging satiety. The analysis did identify that liquid diets can increase satiation, but can result in negative homeostatic effects and excess food consumption. Research exploring the use of protein crosslinking to promote satiation is still at an early stage but the findings presented in this thesis identify utilisation as a potential tool for enhanced satiation. These studies suggest that while protein crosslinking may enhance satiation there is no translation into longer term satiety. Nevertheless, these findings serve as a basis for further research and could provide information to the food industry for the development of food products that increase the satiation and satiety properties of food.

Zugl.: Regensburg, Univ., Diss., 2006

Over-the counter (OTC) medicines are used commonly for treating minor illnesses. Even though most Canadians believe that OTC medicines are safe and effective, they can pose some risk through side effects and interactions if people do not take them with due care. With notable exceptions, people in Canada can purchase OTC medicines from pharmacies or non-pharmacy outlets such as convenience stores. Global trends in medicine-related legislation are leading to more of these products ending up in retail outlets other than pharmacies. Therefore, understanding public attitudes involving OTC medicine is becoming more and more important. Public expectations of OTC medicines in relation to location of sale were investigated in this study. It was hypothesized that the product buying public would perceive medicines differently based on where they are sold. <p>Adult Saskatoon residents over 18 years old (n = 2547) were randomly selected from a telephone registry. Advance letters were initially mailed to them, followed by a ten page questionnaire and two reminder letters. Non-response letters were only sent to subjects who did not reply after two reminders. Subjects were asked to indicate what attributes (effectiveness, safety, potency, side effect propensity, price, etc.) they would expect from OTC medicines depending on where they were purchased pharmacies versus convenience stores. The usable response rate was 57.5 percent. Almost every participant (96.1 percent) had bought OTC medicines from pharmacies. Most respondents (80.7 percent) were aware that OTC medicines could be purchased in convenience stores; however, only 42.2 percent of respondents had purchased OTC medicines from such locations. Significantly different expectations for the two locations were seen for product variety and quality, price, and ability to get help. Pharmacies should have a better selection of products and be of better quality than these OTC medicines sold in convenience stores. Public expectations for OTC product potency, safety, effectiveness, propensity for side effects, and package information did not differ across locations. The findings of this study suggest that location of sale has minimal effect on Saskatoon residents expectations of OTC medicines along clinical attributes. Saskatoon residents also appear to have healthy attitudes regarding OTC medicines and realize care is needed during their use. This may have implications in how people use such products after they are purchased and may be important for how they are scheduled for the Canadian marketplace.