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Original Article
Open Access
Materialism and Consumer Behavior: Differences in Types of Materialism Among Different Cultures
Kelvyn A. Moore, Paul D. Berger
· pp. 9–18
DOI: 10.17010/ijom/2015/v45/i1/79995
This research paper sought to ascertain the importance of values among different groups of individuals, differentiated by gender, age, and ethnicity. The paper contributes to understanding materialism among different cultures. It provides a broader perspective on how those living in …
Keywords:
Materialism, Different Cultures, Consumer Behavior, Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), Fisher's LSD Test
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Original Article
Open Access
Channel Distribution Performance in Cold Chain Management: A Comparative Scenario Between Two States of India
Shantanu Saha, K. Mukherjee, B. Chandra
· pp. 19–35
DOI: 10.17010/ijom/2015/v45/i1/79998
This paper attempted to study the performance of channel distribution in cold storage operations and inter-alia issues in an attempt to give new insights into cold storage operations. An exploratory study was carried out by interviewing, interacting, and sharing of …
Keywords:
Cold Storage Units, Direct Channel, Indirect Channel, Intermediaries' Performance, Supply Chain Management
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Original Article
Open Access
Consumers' Motivation for Participating in Cause Related Marketing: An Exploratory Study
Harish Chaudhry, Shruti Gupta
· pp. 36–48
DOI: 10.17010/ijom/2015/v45/i1/79999
The paper investigated the consumers' perceptions of cause marketing efforts of companies by examining the real-life experiences of the customers. Cause marketing initiatives are increasingly becoming a prominent aspect of the marketing mix; a lot of companies are jumping onto …
Keywords:
Cause Marketing, Consumer Behavior, Qualitative Approach, Marketing Strategy, CRM
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Original Article
Open Access
Assessment of Effectiveness of Subsidized Food Grain Distribution in India with Respect to Rice and Wheat
Amudhasurabi A., Digvir S. Jayas, Alagusundaram K.
· pp. 49–59
DOI: 10.17010/ijom/2015/v45/i1/80001
This paper assessed the rationale of public policy intervention in rice and wheat markets in India. Specifically, this study compared the government's economic cost for subsidized distribution of rice and wheat with the domestic market prices to examine the economic …
Keywords:
Public Distribution System, Grain Market, Economic Cost, Food Inflation, Food Grain Distribution
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Original Article
Open Access
Book Review - Private Label Strategy: How to Meet the Store Brand Challenge
Ruchita Pangriya
· pp. 60–62
DOI: 10.17010/ijom/2015/v45/i1/80003
The present book review analyzed Nirmalya Kumar and Jan - Benedict E. M. Steenkamp 's book - Private Label Strategy: How to Meet the Store Brand Challenge. This book brings together two areas - new strategy of retailers for private …
Keywords:
Brands, Private Labels, Manufacturer Brands, Strategy, Retail