Constructs and associated items for food truck business analysis
| Construct/ related studies | Item | Construct/related studies | Item |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer convenience (CC)(Gopi and Samat, 2020; Shin et al., 2019; Yoon and Chung, 2017; Koay et al., 2023) | CC1: Proximity to public transportation stops or hubs for accessibility | Location selection (LSel)(Shaikh et al., 2021; Truong, 2019) | LSel1: Foot Traffic and Customer Flow |
| CC2: Evaluating the availability of parking spaces for customers’ vehicles | LSel2: Proximity to Residential Areas | ||
| CC3: Assessing the walkability of the surrounding area for pedestrian traffic | LSel3: Proximity to Commercial Districts | ||
| CC4: Considering the presence of nearby convenience stores or supermarkets | LSel4: Parking and Accessibility: Adequate parking spaces for customers and easy access to the food truck | ||
| CC5: Availability of mobile ordering or delivery services for customer convenience | LSel5: Nearness to Tourist Attractions or Landmarks | ||
| Food truck performance (FT)(Bhatt, 2023; Saleh, 2023) | FT1: Growing in popularity and diversity of cuisine | LSel6: Visibility and Signage: Choose a location that offers good visibility to attract passersby | |
| FT2: Increased competition and innovation | LSel7: Safety and Security: Ensure the chosen location is safe for both customers and employees | ||
| FT3: Boosting tourism and attracting international audiences | LSel8: Infrastructure and Utilities: Access to utilities like water and electricity is crucial | ||
| FT4: Technology Integration: increase in the use of mobile apps for ordering, payment and tracking food truck locations | LSel9: Local Regulations and Permits: Be aware of local zoning laws, permits and restrictions | ||
| FT5: Adopting sustainable practices, such as using eco-friendly packaging and sourcing local ingredients | LSel10: Competition: Analyze the level of competition in the area | ||
| FT6: Rate your overall business success: Based on your opinion, how would you rate the success of your food-truck business? | LSel11: Costs: Analyze the costs associated with the location, such as rent, utilities and any additional fees | ||
| Cultural infrastructure (inf)(Bublitz et al., 2019; Malasan, 2017; Newman and Burnett, 2013; Wan and Chan, 2013; Combs, 2022; Tiches, 2023) | Inf1: Age and income levels of the local population | LSel12: Nearby Businesses and Events: Consider nearby businesses, events, or attractions that can attract potential customers | |
| Inf2: Cultural and culinary preferences of the residents | Government support (GS)(Petersen, 2014; Wallace, 2021; Jeong et al., 2021; Abdou et al., 2023; Alfiero et al., 2017; Sobaihi, 2020) | GS1: Low crime rates and a safe neighborhood | |
| Inf3: Residential density and proximity to workplaces | GS2: Well-lit areas and surveillance systems | ||
| Inf4: Tourist and expatriate presence in the area | GS3: The presence of security personnel or nearby police stations | ||
| Inf5: Local demand for specific types of cuisine | GS4: Measures to prevent theft or vandalism of the food truck | ||
| Location suitability (lsui)(Bopche and Neware, 2020; Sadler, 2016; Lu, 2022) | LSui1: The demographic profile and preferences of the local population | GS5: Compliance with health and safety regulations | |
| LSui2: The proximity to nearby residential areas or housing complexes | |||
| LSui3: Assessing the purchasing power and spending habits of the target audience | |||
| LSui4: Considering the potential for attracting tourists or visitors to the location |
| Construct/ related studies | Item | Construct/related studies | Item |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer convenience (CC)( | CC1: Proximity to public transportation stops or hubs for accessibility | Location selection (LSel)( | LSel1: Foot Traffic and Customer Flow |
| CC2: Evaluating the availability of parking spaces for customers’ vehicles | LSel2: Proximity to Residential Areas | ||
| CC3: Assessing the walkability of the surrounding area for pedestrian traffic | LSel3: Proximity to Commercial Districts | ||
| CC4: Considering the presence of nearby convenience stores or supermarkets | LSel4: Parking and Accessibility: Adequate parking spaces for customers and easy access to the food truck | ||
| CC5: Availability of mobile ordering or delivery services for customer convenience | LSel5: Nearness to Tourist Attractions or Landmarks | ||
| Food truck performance (FT)( | FT1: Growing in popularity and diversity of cuisine | LSel6: Visibility and Signage: Choose a location that offers good visibility to attract passersby | |
| FT2: Increased competition and innovation | LSel7: Safety and Security: Ensure the chosen location is safe for both customers and employees | ||
| FT3: Boosting tourism and attracting international audiences | LSel8: Infrastructure and Utilities: Access to utilities like water and electricity is crucial | ||
| FT4: Technology Integration: increase in the use of mobile apps for ordering, payment and tracking food truck locations | LSel9: Local Regulations and Permits: Be aware of local zoning laws, permits and restrictions | ||
| FT5: Adopting sustainable practices, such as using eco-friendly packaging and sourcing local ingredients | LSel10: Competition: Analyze the level of competition in the area | ||
| FT6: Rate your overall business success: Based on your opinion, how would you rate the success of your food-truck business? | LSel11: Costs: Analyze the costs associated with the location, such as rent, utilities and any additional fees | ||
| Cultural infrastructure (inf)( | Inf1: Age and income levels of the local population | LSel12: Nearby Businesses and Events: Consider nearby businesses, events, or attractions that can attract potential customers | |
| Inf2: Cultural and culinary preferences of the residents | Government support (GS)( | GS1: Low crime rates and a safe neighborhood | |
| Inf3: Residential density and proximity to workplaces | GS2: Well-lit areas and surveillance systems | ||
| Inf4: Tourist and expatriate presence in the area | GS3: The presence of security personnel or nearby police stations | ||
| Inf5: Local demand for specific types of cuisine | GS4: Measures to prevent theft or vandalism of the food truck | ||
| Location suitability (lsui)( | LSui1: The demographic profile and preferences of the local population | GS5: Compliance with health and safety regulations | |
| LSui2: The proximity to nearby residential areas or housing complexes | |||
| LSui3: Assessing the purchasing power and spending habits of the target audience | |||
| LSui4: Considering the potential for attracting tourists or visitors to the location |
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