Consumer Involvement
The time and efforts taken by consumer in taking a purchase decision.
This depends on the importance of item, value, complexity of item , buying situation etc
4 types of Purchase based on involvement
Extensive Problem Solving- High Involvement. ( Laptop, Car)
Limited Problem Solving- Info already available. Familiar with Brands. Only fine tuning.(shirt,
watch)
Routinized Buying Behavior- repeat purchase, same brands. Eg. FMCG goods
Impulse Buying- without any plans to buy. Instant purchase.( at Airport)
Involvement ( Roles) in family buying
Initiator, Influencer, Decider, Buyer, User, Disposer