Factors

symbol of attributes

Statements

Tangibility

T1

The bus stand is attractive.

T2

Bus service providers have up-to-date technology.

T3

The bus stand has sufficient resources as well as capacity.

T4

Bus service providers have a professional appearance.

T5

The bus staffs are smart and wear neat and clean dresses.

Reliability

R1

The bus always arrives at the destination within a convenient time.

R2

The bus breaks down on the road unnecessarily and wastes time

R3

The prevailing ticket booking system is convenient for passengers.

R4

Staffs always meet the passengers’ requirements right the first time.

R5

Bus service providers insist on error-free service.

Responsiveness

RP1

Bus staffs always inform passengers of the exact timetable and fees.

RP2

Bus service providers provide timely and efficient service.

RP3

Good communication always exists between passengers and staff.

RP4

Bus staffs are always willing to co-operate passengers.

RP5

Bus service providers are always ready to respond to requests.

Assurance

A1

Passengers feel safe in dealing with transactions at the ticket counters.

A2

Passengers feel secure when dealing with transactions with staff.

A3

Bus staffs are always polite.

A4

Bus staffs have enough knowledge about their jobs.

A5

Bus staffs inspire passengers to develop their confidence.

Empathy

E1

Staffs always concentrate on the best interests of their passengers.

E2

Service hours are convenient to the bus passengers.

E3

Passengers get information about bus services easily.

E4

Bus passengers find and access the bus stand easily.

E5

Bus staffs always give individual attention to each passenger.