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Department of Education
Region IV-A CALABARZON
DAVE B. VILLABAS
March 2023
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A RESEARCH PAPER
Presented to the
Faculty of Accountancy, Business, and Management
Sto. Tomas Senior High School
San Miguel, Sto. Tomas City, Batangas
In Partial Fulfillment
of the Requirements for the Inquiries, Investigations,
and Immersion (3Is), Applied Subject
in Accountancy, Business, and Management
DAVE B. VILLABAS
March 2023
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TITLE PAGE……………………………………………………………….. i
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APPROVAL ii
SHEET……………………………………………………………
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS…………………………………………….. iii
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DEDICATION…………………………………………………………….. iv
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ABSTRACT………………………………………………………………….. v
TABLE OF vi
CONTENTS………………………………………………………
LIST OF viii
TABLES………………………………………………………………
LIST OF ix
FIGURES……………………………………………………………
CHAPTER
Introduction…………………………………………………………….. ___
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Hypotheses………………………………………………………………. ___
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Research ___
Method…………………………………………………………. _
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Study………………………………………………… _
Sampling ___
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Technique……………………………………………………… _
Ethical ___
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Summary ___
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REFERENCES ___
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APPENDICES ___
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Questionnaire……………………………………… _
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Chapter 1
Customer experience is more important than ever, but it has never been more
difficult, as businesses face a perfect storm of rising call amounts, talent shortages,
and rising customer expectations. As teams attempt to adapt to a post-pandemic era of
customer care, the stakes could not be higher. With challenges on all fronts, leaders
must now decide how to prioritize investment in the people, operations, and
technology aspects of their customer service strategies. It is difficult to know where to
focus or what to do first, and businesses must move quickly. Companies that do not
invest in this area risk further talent losses, customer dissatisfaction, and even market
share loss. Customer service has evolved into a significant opportunity for businesses.
It is an area where companies can drive loyalty through a more personalized customer
relationship while unlocking greater productivity, increased revenue, improved job
satisfaction, and real-time customer insights when done well.
This is a current and timely issue because the fast food industry is expanding,
and an expanding industry means more customers. As the industry becomes saturated,
people will begin to wonder which fast food chain will provide them with the best
dining experience, and this is where the problem arises. Studying which fast food
provides the best customer service is critical because it can help customers decide
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which fast food to eat at and it can also help the people running these fast food learn
how other fast food provide customer service and potentially copy their strategy to
achieve the same results.
This topic is definitely widespread, as fast food has become very popular in
the Philippines. You can drive anywhere and I guarantee you will pass at least one or
two fast food restaurants before arriving at your destination. Fast food has become
such an important part of Filipino culture that it is frequently served at birthday
parties as well as group or celebratory dinners. There are numerous fast food
industries in the Philippines, and the majority of Filipinos eat at one every day. Many
people would benefit from our research if we focused on the customer service of fast
food restaurants, as service is one of the factors that people consider when deciding
whether or not to return to a restaurant. If all of the employees are rude to customers,
most customers will be turned off from ever returning, whereas if all of the employees
are nice, people will be more likely to return and eat there.
This issue affects business owners and entrepreneurs because they own and
operate fast-food chains. This research can assist them in identifying what their fast
food lacks in terms of customer service, and once identified, they can train their
employees to improve their performance and provide better service to customers,
thereby increasing their potential profit.
This research can assist the fast food industry in determining the best strategy
for improving customer service and potentially increasing sales. We can find out what
most restaurants lack, what they need to improve on, what approach works best, and
give recommendations on how they can improve their customer service by analyzing
different fast food chains. We'll also learn which fast food chain has the best customer
service, what they're doing right, and how we can replicate their success.
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Theoretical Framework
The definition of Zeithaml and Bitner (2003. p. 86) is slightly different from
that of Thomassen: "Satisfaction is the consumer fulfillment response. It is a
judgement that a product or service feature, or the product of service itself, provides a
pleasurable level of consumption-related fulfillment." Zeithaml and Bitner's emphasis
is thus on obtaining a certain satisfaction in relation to purchasing.
Thomassen's definition is the most relevant to the aims of this study. given the
emphasis it places on unconscious perception. Although Zeithaml and Bitner, like
Thomassen, say that customer satisfaction is a reaction to the experience gained, there
is no distinction between conscious and unconscious comparisons in their definition.
Thomassen's definition is therefore more relevant to the current study.
These factors are compared to their experiences, with the interplay between
expectations and experiences determining a customer’s satisfaction level.
Thomassen’s model is important for this study as it allows us to determine both the
extent to which the customers are satisfied, as well as where improvements can be
made.
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Conceptual Framework
The concepts of this study emphasized the perception on fast food customer
service. The variables that were used, give information to understand and to have
knowledge in this study
Figure 2 depicts the Input-Process-Output Model, which was used in the study
as a conceptual framework. The (IPO) framework was utilized to show the materials
and information needed in the process, as well as the specifics of the process and the
expected outcome of the study. It illustrates the process of determining how Grade 12
ABM students at Sto. Tomas Senior High School perceive fast food chain customer
service. In the IPO model, a process is viewed as a series of boxes (processing
elements) connected by inputs and outputs. The IPO model provided the overall
structure and direction for the study. We, the researchers developed the following
model by substituting the variables of this study on the IPO model.
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For process, it includes the questionnaires that were utilized, the data
collection method, the organization of the students' responses and the statistical
analysis of the data. Here, it includes everything from the initial data collection to the
analysis of the data gathered and its implications
Finally, the outcome of the study is included in the output of our research.
Based on the data we will gather, we as researchers will determine the perception of
Grade 12 ABM students on the customer service among fast food chains, we will then
develop recommendations that will assist those businesses that provides customer
service in enhancing their overall performance and, as a result, increasing their
customer satisfaction. This would aid in attracting more customers and meeting
customer expectations, particularly regarding the quality of services they provide.
1.1. Age
1.2. Gender
1.3. Grade Level
1.4. Section
2.1. Empathy
2.2. Problem-solving skills
2.3. Communication skills
2.4. Patience
2.5. Active listening skills
2.6. Positive attitude
2.7. Quick response time
2.8. Respect
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5. What are the factors that influence customer service performance quality?
5.1. Consistency
5.2. Prioritization
5.3. Not taking loyal customers for granted
5.4. Technology and social media
5.5. Effective training
5.6. Supporting and organizing employees
5.7. On the job experience
5.8. Teamwork
Hypotheses
This research will be conducted with the aim of determining G12 ABM
students' perceptions of the services offered by fast food chains. This study will
provide critical information and knowledge about the chosen topic from respondents,
recent studies, and related sites, as needed for the individuals' expected importance, as
follows:
The Students. This study may serve as a guide and reference for the students
undertaking similar studies.
The Researchers. This research will be a tool for guiding and navigating them in
discovering credible, reliable, and similar factors that are known as essential data for
further understanding on the topic. Indeed, this research is going to be the chief source
of enlightenment that they will surely need in their future studies.
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The Fast Food Chain Owners. This study will assist fast food owners in determining
what they lack in terms of providing service to customers, what the best strategy or
approach to providing service to customers is, and how they can ultimately improve
their customer service. This study can serve as a guide for what they need to do to
satisfy customers and entice them to return and spread word-of-mouth advertising.
The Business Owners. This study will specifically assist owners of businesses that
also provide customer service to be aware of what customers' experiences are, which
they can then analyze to make sound decisions about providing services to customers.
This can aid in identifying internal weak points and weaknesses, which can then be
improved to improve business performance.
The Future Researchers. This research study can be used by researchers who want
to learn more about the topics and content presented in order to conduct new research.
This study will be a valuable resource for researchers who wish to conduct a similar
study on customer service.
This study focuses on the Grade 12 students currently enrolled in the academic
strand ABM at Sto. Tomas Senior High School during the first semester of the current
school year, 2022-2023. Its primary goal is to determine G12 ABM students'
perceptions of the services offered by fast food chains. This study only considers the
students' age, gender, grade level, and section for identification and classification
purposes. Each respondent is given the same questionnaire, which can be accessed
online and filled out. This study will be carried out with limited financial and time
resources.
Definition of Terms
Fast Food Chain. It refers to the restaurants that specialize in foods that can
be prepared and served quickly.
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Chapter 2
REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE
Introduction:
This chapter contains a review of related literature and studies that have been
discovered to be relevant to the research that the researchers will be conducting. The
researchers believe that this will help them complete their research.
Conceptual literature
In 2018, 45.88 percent of Filipinos reported eating fast food one to three times
per week, while 11.11 percent reported eating fast food four to six times per week
(Statista Research Department, n.d.).
Simply put, empathy means putting yourself in your customer's shoes and
attempting to understand how they feel and what they require from you. This is not as
simple as it appears. Many businesses admit that there is a disconnect between what
they offer customers and what they truly want. Establish a culture of empathy in
customer relations to close that gap. That includes all points of contact with
customers, from service and support to marketing and production. In this situation, a
truly emphatic support team can make all the difference. Customers want to be heard
and understood when they interact with a brand. This attitude is especially important
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when it comes to customer service and complaint handling. Even if a customer's issue
was not resolved, they are likely to be satisfied with the service if they were treated
with empathy and understanding.
People eat fast food on a regular basis, with some eating it one to three times
per week and others eating it four to six times per week. Filipinos enjoy trying new
fast foods and restaurants. Filipinos enjoy trying new foods because they are
adventurous. This is why the country has a lot of fast food and restaurants. We
Filipinos are very adventurous, so if something new comes on the market, we will try
it. We don't mind whether it's expensive or not. We'll buy something if it looks and
smells good. This means that as more people eat at fast food restaurants, they will
need to improve their customer service to capitalize on the situation and potentially
gain more loyal customers.
Research literature
According to Kim and Lough (2007), the more faithful to a service the
customers become, the more satisfied from the service they will be. That, in turn, will
increase their purchase probability (behavioral intentions) and will also help the firm
use word-of-mouth from its satisfied customers (Laczniak et al., 2001).
Customers are at the heart of every business and should always come first.
Improvements in service quality attract new customers while also assisting
organizations in keeping current customers. Furthermore, higher service quality will
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make customers more satisfied, which will increase the repurchase incident (i.e.,
behavioral intentions). The company should constantly strive to improve their
customer service standards. Great customer service can help the business build trust,
improve brand awareness, gain customer loyalty, drive sales, and attract new
customers through valuable recommendations. Keeping your customers happy is more
important than anything else for your business.
Customers who are loyal to a service are more likely to be satisfied with that
service. This, in turn, increases their purchase probability (behavioral intentions) and
helps the company leverage word-of-mouth from satisfied customers. Making loyal
customers is important because, first and foremost, loyal customers are your best
customers, and they significantly contribute to your profits. Customers who are loyal
to your brand will go to great lengths to do business with you. Loyal customers are
simply more valuable and well worth the effort to keep. They are also resistant to
being lured away by your competitors, and you can count on them for repeat business.
There is always someone out there who can provide a better deal to customers than
your company. Loyal customers are difficult to lure away from your competitors, and
you can count on them for repeat business. You can rely on these customers to stick
with your brand even if another company offers a better deal. Finally, retaining
current customers is less expensive than acquiring new customers. It is several times
more expensive to acquire a new customer than it is to keep an existing one. Your
loyal customers are guaranteed profit and come at a much lower cost than trying to
generate new customers.
Conclusion
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Chapter 3
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Research Method
Research Design
The respondents of the study were one hundred (100) G11 ABM, HumSS,
TVL and STEM Learners who are currently enrolled during the 1st Semester, School
Year 2022-2023, in Sto. Tomas Senior High School, Sto. Tomas City, Batangas.
Sampling
Simple random sampling is used in which the respondents were one hundred
(100) Grade-11 students of Sto. Tomas Senior High School (STSHS), San Miguel,
Sto. Tomas City, Batangas enrolled for the SY: 2022-2023 from the 10
sections:_________________________ with an average of 40 students per section .
The researchers list down all members of the population of interest. From this
list, the sample is drawn so that each person has an equal chance of being drawn.
Ethical issues
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The researchers asked consent and assured the respondents of the utmost
confidentiality of the data and the results as strictly required in the research ethical
standards.
Research instrument
Data collection
The researchers secured permission from the office of the school principal to
conduct the study and the following procedures were executed:
Firstly, the researchers asked consent and gathered the personal information of
the respondents.
Thirdly, the data were collected, tallied, tabulated, analyzed and interpreted.
Data analysis
The data were analyzed to the following statistical tools. For the person-
related factors such as age, gender, and track/strand, the frequency distribution and
percentage were used to describe the person-related information as well as
the__________________________________________________________________
___. To determine the significant difference of the ___________________________.
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Appendix-A
Date
Jan/31/2023
RESEARCH Starts: 05-Dec-22 Date Ends:
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