The factors influencing customer loyalty in UK-based coffee businesses

Claudiu-Florin Chitez, Shahbaz Mustafa, Rommel Sergio, Bernard Boateng, Leonardo Mataruna-Dos-Santos, Nasir Iqbal, Arfeen Shah*

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Abstract

Effective management of consumer loyalty ensures customer retention while preserving productivity levels. This research focuses on identifying multiple factors that affect customer loyalty within UK coffee businesses. The research team decided to use a qualitative research method to achieve their study objectives. The research team selected secondary data collection methods to gather information about the factors affecting consumer loyalty in the coffee industry. Thematic coding analysis provides an effective approach to interpreting collected data. The study's results demonstrated that customers received a wide selection of products at affordable prices. The advancements in technology along with personalised marketing strategies and online crowdfunding efforts significantly contribute to both the growth and sustainability of the Company. The right business impressions through positive words lead to more customers who return regularly to the restaurant or eatery shop which ensures business growth and sustainability. The collected insights demonstrate a relationship between consumer loyalty and brand reputation. A strategic focus on customer loyalty has led to increased brand awareness among potential customers and attracted new customers to the business.

The consumer loyalty program together with product quality and coffee shop location can lead to maximum consumer loyalty in the coffee industry. The study identifies personalization and superior service quality as essential drivers for customer loyalty in UK coffee businesses while operational loyalty programs also play an important role. The investigation placed top priority on the use of advanced technologies combined with innovative marketing strategies to enhance business transparency which supports the company's sustained growth in the global market. Business growth strategies should include sustainable practices implementation and the use of CRM and predictive analytics technology to understand customer needs while maintaining flexibility in response to market trends. The targeted approaches work to enhance customer interaction while strengthening customer loyalty and securing long-term success.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationInternational Conference on Business and Technology 2025
Publication statusAccepted/In press - 2 Apr 2025
EventInternational Conference on Business and Technology 2025 - University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Duration: 12 Apr 202513 Apr 2025
https://icbtedinburgh.com/

Conference

ConferenceInternational Conference on Business and Technology 2025
Abbreviated titleICBT 2025
Country/TerritoryUnited Kingdom
CityEdinburgh
Period12/04/2513/04/25
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Keywords

  • coffee
  • United Kingdom
  • customer loyalty
  • businesses

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