Many brands today introduce limited edition (LE) products as part of their product line. However, little is known about the conditions under which a brand should introduce an LE product or the competitive implications of doing so. We investigate this issue using a game theoretic model of a...

In this paper, we study utilizing a game theoretic model, how variety seeking triggered by customer boredom may affect a firm's rewards program, pricing strategy and profits. Customer Boredom is conceptualized as a utility loss resulting from the purchase of a previously consumed brand. We...