Zaruma-Pincay et al. (2025)
ABSTRACT
In the city of Jipijapa, located in the province of Manabí, Ecuador, coffee is more than just an
economic asset it is a cultural symbol that defines the identity of the city. Estación Pro-Café,
managed by the La Prosperina Foundation and the local municipality, blends traditional coffee-
making heritage with modern marketing strategies and operations. However, it faces a specific
challenge that is the focus of this article: aligning the quality of its marketing efforts with the level
of service provided by the establishment. This alignment is crucial, as it significantly impacts the
business’ competitiveness and overall success. Consequently, this article examines how
marketing strategies influence the perceived quality of service at Estación Pro-Café, a micro-
enterprise located at the Monument to the Jipijapa Hat. Using a qualitative approach, a significant
connection was identified between cultural identity marketing and customer satisfaction. The
findings reveal that incorporating local elements into the product offerings enhances customer
loyalty, highlighting opportunities to optimize marketing efforts, particularly in the digital realm.
The article proposes an analytical framework that links promotional strategies with quality
standards, emphasizing opportunities to refine marketing approaches and improve service
quality. The results demonstrate that integrating traditional foods into the product lineup increases
loyalty among both local consumers and tourists. However, the quality of service remains a critical
factor to address. This study underscores the importance of aligning marketing practices with
service excellence to strengthen the business's competitive edge and ensure long-term success.
Keywords: Digital marketing, Service, Analysis, Perception, Influence.
1. INTRODUCCIÓN
Dentro del marketing de servicios de calidad en la atención al cliente, resulta ser
un factor de gran importancia para las empresas ya que a través de la
herramienta (boca a boca) ayuda a construir una presencia solida en el mercado.
La satisfacción de los clientes y su experiencia obtenida generara el mismo
interés en sus productos y servicios hacia los mismos, lo que naturalmente
aumentara las ventas (Parra, 2019).
Según Castañeda (2020) la calidad del servicio al cliente dentro del marketing
genera expectativas de estos. Lo cual es importante para el éxito de la empresa,
la cantidad de clientes, la fidelización e incluso las recomendaciones hacia
demás consumidores.
El establecimiento “Pro-Café” es un microemprendimiento el cual se encuentra
ubicado en el emblemático monumento el sombrero del parque central Simón
Bolívar de la ciudad de Jipijapa, en la provincia de Manabí.
Esta iniciativa se inicia a través de un convenio entre el municipio y la fundación
La Prosperina, lo que ha permitido la creación de un espacio para la buena
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