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Pricing is a critical factor determining the success of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the market. This study investigates the pricing strategy implemented by Kebab Ajo Lubeg, a culinary SME located near Universitas Putra Indonesia YPTK Padang. The research aims to analyze how pricing methods are applied, the factors considered in price determination, and their influence on consumer purchasing decisions and business strategy. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed, with data collected through semi-structured interviews with the owner and employees, direct observation, and documentation of product offerings and pricing. Findings indicate that Kebab Ajo applies a combination of cost-based pricing, competition-based pricing, and product-based price variation to balance production costs, consumer purchasing power, and market competition. The pricing strategy significantly affects consumer satisfaction, repeat purchases, perceived value, brand image, and business competitiveness. This study provides practical insights for other SMEs in setting appropriate prices while maintaining customer loyalty and profitability, and it contributes to the academic discourse on marketing management and pricing strategies in the culinary sector.

Changes in the lifestyles of the younger generation in Padang City have significantly contributed to the growth of the culinary and entertainment sectors, especially in services for birthday celebrations and small banquets presented in aesthetic and personalized packages. In this highly competitive culinary business, a strong branding strategy is essential for building a recognizable brand image and attracting consumers. Improving product quality and quantity, diversifying offerings, and providing a wide variety of products are critical for creating added value and expanding market share. Equally important, effective promotion enables companies to communicate with consumers, influence purchasing decisions, and strengthen brand loyalty. The general equilibrium concept offers a framework to understand how interconnected markets respond to changes in supply, demand, and consumer preferences, highlighting the need for businesses to continuously evaluate and adapt their strategies. This study emphasizes that success in Padang City’s bakery and culinary service industry depends on the integration of branding strategies, ongoing product development, and targeted promotional efforts, ensuring competitiveness, customer satisfaction, and sustainable business growth.

This study aims to analyze the influence of green advertising, green packaging, and green product on the purchase decision of The Body Shop products, with customer satisfaction as an intervening variable. The background of this research is based on increasing consumer awareness of environmental issues, which drives changes in consumer preferences towards environmentally friendly products. Green marketing strategies are important in shaping a positive brand image and influencing consumer purchasing behavior. This study uses a quantitative approach with a path analysis method processed using SPSS software. The respondents in this study amounted to 100 students from the Faculty of Economics and Business, Wijaya Kusuma University Surabaya who had bought The Body Shop products. The results of the analysis show that green advertising, green packaging, and green products have a significant effect on customer satisfaction. Furthermore, green advertising and green products have also been shown to have a direct influence on consumer purchase decisions, while green packaging does not show a significant influence on direct purchase decisions. In addition, customer satisfaction has been shown to play a significant mediating variable in the relationship between green marketing variables and purchase decisions. These findings confirm that the implementation of green marketing strategies not only has a positive impact on the company's image and social responsibility, but also plays an important role in increasing customer satisfaction and encouraging consumers to make purchasing decisions. Therefore, companies are advised to continue to develop and integrate eco-friendly elements in their marketing strategies to increase competitiveness and consumer loyalty. This research also makes a theoretical contribution to the development of consumer behavior studies related to sustainable marketing, especially among the younger generation.

Beverage business competition in the modern era is growing rapidly due to marketing developments and the many beverage and food brands that have become popular in the community. This makes business competition must develop its business to be more attractive. Indonesians not only drink mineral water, but also tea. The popularity of tea, encourages many beverage manufacturers to try to produce new products. Vina's iced tea makes iced tea with a combination of sweetened condensed milk, one of the popular types of tea. This study aims to analyze the effect of tea flavor intensity and ice cube texture on iced tea marketing strategies in Tambak Rejo Village, Waru, Sidoarjo. In the beverage industry, flavor and texture are important factors that influence brand image and product attractiveness in the market. This study uses qualitative and quantitative methods, to find out how consumers respond to the quality of the tea flavor they offer and the freshness of the ice cubes, and how these two factors affect the region. We are investigating how this can help increase sales of iced tea. This study shows that improving the unique taste of tea and the use of ice cubes with optimal texture can improve consumer experience, strengthen brand image, and influence purchasing decisions. Therefore, a strategy to improve product quality by considering aspects of taste and texture is the main key to increasing the competitiveness and sales of ice the village of tambak rejo. This article uses the Praticipatory learning and action (PLA) method or active field learning method is a participatory research method in which consumers and business actors are directly involved in the process of community service activities. In the context of iced tea sales strategies, the PLA method is used to understand how the intensity of tea flavor and texture of ice cubes affect consumer satisfaction and increase sales. 

The objective of this research is to evaluate the impact of brand image and product quality on consumer purchasing decisions regarding MS Glow products in Solo. A positive brand image can enhance consumers' trust in a particular brand; however, product quality remains the primary determinant of satisfaction and choice among consumers. Using qualitative methodology with phenomenological approach, the study aims to understand consumers’ experiences and perspectives towards MS Glow products. The findings indicate that strong brand images, such as reliable reputation and consumer confidence, significantly influence purchase decisions. Additionally, product qualities including durability, performance, design, and innovative features play crucial roles in consumer decision-making processes. This research is expected to help companies develop better marketing strategies to meet individual customer needs effectively.

Brand image is a very important factor in marketing management, the influence of brand image on purchasing decisions by considering the role of consumer satisfaction as a mediator, if the brand image of a company is strong it will increase consumer satisfaction, which in turn will influence consumer purchasing decisions. The formulation of the problem in this research is whether brand image influences purchasing decisions, whether brand image influences consumer satisfaction, whether consumer satisfaction influences purchasing decisions, whether consumer satisfaction can mediate the relationship between brand image and purchasing decisions. This research is quantitative research, the population in this research is students of the Faculty of Febi Uin Raden Intan Lampung. The sample used in this research was 100 respondents. Data collection uses a questionnaire. The data analysis technique used in this research is the SEM model using SmartPLS version 3.0. The research results obtained directly from each variable are that brand image has a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions, brand image has a positive and significant effect on consumer satisfaction, consumer satisfaction has a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions. And for the test results passing the mediating variable, it was found that consumer satisfaction was able to mediate the influence of brand image on purchasing decisions through partial mediation.    

This research aims to uncover the relationship between Brand Image and Word of Mouth on consumer purchasing decisions at Maharani Cake House. With the background of a high number of people with disabilities in Indonesia, Maharani Cake House emerges as a solution for social inclusion and creating job opportunities for them. A strong brand image and word-of-mouth recommendations are considered to influence customer satisfaction. The research method used is quantitative descriptive with a questionnaire. The data analysis results show that Brand Image and Word of Mouth have a significant influence on purchasing decisions, in line with consumer theory. These findings are consistent with previous research stating that a strong brand image and social interaction play an important role in shaping purchasing decisions. The research conclusion emphasizes the importance of building a strong brand image and enhancing social interaction to improve customer satisfaction and brand loyalty. Therefore, it is recommended for companies to continuously strengthen their brand image and foster word of mouth to increase consumer trust and expand market share.

The purpose of this research is to find out and understand the things that can encourage purchasing decisions for a product in a coffee shop, namely service quality, product quality, and price accompanied by a brand image. The population and sample in this study were 125 respondents who made purchases at coffee shop outlets at least twice in the last 1 month, aged 18-25 years, and domiciled in DKI Jakarta. The analytical method used is the Structural Equation Model (SEM). In this study it was found that service quality, product quality, price and brand image influence purchasing decisions. And for service quality, product quality and price affect brand image. Based on the results of this study, the coffee shop must maintain and improve the quality of service which is considered good in providing satisfaction for its customers. After that, the product strategy implemented by the coffee shop is to prioritize the quality of taste and characteristics that are not found in other products so that consumers are attracted. Then, in terms of price, it is expected that the coffee shop will set a more affordable price, compared to the prices of other products.

The development of business in the current era is very promising, there are many opportunities and challenges for a company. Companies will compete with each other to be able to meet consumer needs, thus companies must be able to compete with other companies so that they can survive the competition that occurs Along with the times that have entered the Asean Economic Community (AEC), the era of globalization has resulted in many new businesses emerging which can lead to competition figures, quantitative research is research based on empirical philosophy with statistical data analysis with the aim of explaining and selling hypotheses. The researcher chose this type of quantitative research because he wanted to know and prove the effect of product quality and service quality on customer satisfaction 3Second in West Jakarta. This study used an associative design which can be used to see the effect of two or more variables. Based on the f testing criteria it can be seen that the significant value is 0.000 or less than 0.05, it can be stated that there is a significant simultaneous influence on promotion (X1) and product quality (X2) on purchasing decisions (Y). Brand image has a significant effect on product quality. On the results of the t test, a significant value of the brand image variable was obtained at 0.000 ± 0.05, which means that brand image has a significant effect on consumer satisfaction. Product quality has a significant effect on product satisfaction 3seconds. In the results of the t test, a significant value of the product quality variable is obtained at 0.000 0.05, which means that product quality has a significant effect on consumer satisfaction.