Product development strategies of traditional handicrafts of sanjiang dong ethnic group: a study based on consumer preferences

This study aims to examine consumer preferences for the traditional handicrafts of the Dong ethnic group in Sanjiang and to provide a theoretical basis for future product development. The research provides an extensive analysis of customer demographics, market demand, and suggestions for improving e...

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Main Authors: Liang Xianfei, Zairul Anuar Md. Dawam, Sim, Chee Cheang
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Published: Penerbit Universiti Malaysia Sabah 2024
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spelling my.ums.eprints.426002025-01-14T04:59:08Z https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/42600/ Product development strategies of traditional handicrafts of sanjiang dong ethnic group: a study based on consumer preferences Liang Xianfei Zairul Anuar Md. Dawam Sim, Chee Cheang DS701-799.9 China HD2340.8-2346.5 Small and medium-sized businesses, artisans, handicrafts, trades This study aims to examine consumer preferences for the traditional handicrafts of the Dong ethnic group in Sanjiang and to provide a theoretical basis for future product development. The research provides an extensive analysis of customer demographics, market demand, and suggestions for improving existing items, derived from interviews and thematic analyses of 40 consumers. The results demonstrate that clients value the cultural significance and traditional craftsmanship of Dong handicrafts, while simultaneously seeking the incorporation of modern design elements to meet individual preferences. This paper asserts that the cultural heritage of Dong handicrafts can be integrated with economic benefits through product diversification, craftsmanship enhancement, branding optimization, and the creation of portable products to meet consumer demands and strengthen market competitiveness. Penerbit Universiti Malaysia Sabah 2024 Article NonPeerReviewed text en https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/42600/1/FULL%20TEXT.pdf Liang Xianfei and Zairul Anuar Md. Dawam and Sim, Chee Cheang (2024) Product development strategies of traditional handicrafts of sanjiang dong ethnic group: a study based on consumer preferences. Gendang Alam, 14. pp. 138-151. ISSN 2180-1738 https://doi.org/10.51200/ga.v14iEdisi%20Khas.5803
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topic DS701-799.9 China
HD2340.8-2346.5 Small and medium-sized businesses, artisans, handicrafts, trades
spellingShingle DS701-799.9 China
HD2340.8-2346.5 Small and medium-sized businesses, artisans, handicrafts, trades
Liang Xianfei
Zairul Anuar Md. Dawam
Sim, Chee Cheang
Product development strategies of traditional handicrafts of sanjiang dong ethnic group: a study based on consumer preferences
description This study aims to examine consumer preferences for the traditional handicrafts of the Dong ethnic group in Sanjiang and to provide a theoretical basis for future product development. The research provides an extensive analysis of customer demographics, market demand, and suggestions for improving existing items, derived from interviews and thematic analyses of 40 consumers. The results demonstrate that clients value the cultural significance and traditional craftsmanship of Dong handicrafts, while simultaneously seeking the incorporation of modern design elements to meet individual preferences. This paper asserts that the cultural heritage of Dong handicrafts can be integrated with economic benefits through product diversification, craftsmanship enhancement, branding optimization, and the creation of portable products to meet consumer demands and strengthen market competitiveness.
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author Liang Xianfei
Zairul Anuar Md. Dawam
Sim, Chee Cheang
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Zairul Anuar Md. Dawam
Sim, Chee Cheang
author_sort Liang Xianfei
title Product development strategies of traditional handicrafts of sanjiang dong ethnic group: a study based on consumer preferences
title_short Product development strategies of traditional handicrafts of sanjiang dong ethnic group: a study based on consumer preferences
title_full Product development strategies of traditional handicrafts of sanjiang dong ethnic group: a study based on consumer preferences
title_fullStr Product development strategies of traditional handicrafts of sanjiang dong ethnic group: a study based on consumer preferences
title_full_unstemmed Product development strategies of traditional handicrafts of sanjiang dong ethnic group: a study based on consumer preferences
title_sort product development strategies of traditional handicrafts of sanjiang dong ethnic group: a study based on consumer preferences
publisher Penerbit Universiti Malaysia Sabah
publishDate 2024
url https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/42600/1/FULL%20TEXT.pdf
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