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http://dx.doi.org/10.15722/jds.19.11.202111.69

Global Changing of Consumer Behavior to Retail Distribution due to Pandemic of COVID-19: A Systematic Review  

TIMOTIUS, Elkana (Department of Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science, Universitas Kristen Krida Wacana)
OCTAVIUS, Gilbert Sterling (Executive Education Center, Universitas Pelita Harapan)
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Journal of Distribution Science / v.19, no.11, 2021 , pp. 69-80 More about this Journal
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Purpose: Consumers have unique behaviors that are classified based on their interests and considerations before buying. They are predicted will change due to the pandemic of COVID-19. This study provides insights for retailers about the dynamic of consumer behavior before and during the pandemic, including future predictions. Research design, data and methodology: The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) statement was applied in this study. Seven studies that were selected from five databases meet the criteria for cohort and cross-sectional analyses of gender, age, store types, and environmental concerns. Results: Consumer's gender and age contribute to consumer behavior change. Both offline and online stores can be integrated as omnichannel rather than substitute each other. Product distribution and consumer budget need to be reevaluated by retailers, while internet security is the most essential factor when developing their online transactions. Conclusions: COVID-19 pandemic has a significant impact on changing consumer behavior in most countries. Retailers are encouraged to adapt to the changes by modifying their business model with technology. However, it is still speculated and cannot be generalized due to different cultural and contextual factors. Future studies are always needed to synchronize along with the transition of consumers' behavior.
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Purchase Intention; Consumer Behavior; Retail Store; Gender; Store Types; Cross-Generational Behavior; Product Distribution;
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