Interview Protocol:

Introduction:

Thank you for agreeing to participate in this interview. Your insights will be invaluable to our research on the impact of inflation on businesses. Please note that your responses will be kept confidential and used solely for academic purposes.

Anonymity and Confidentiality:

"Your identity will remain anonymous throughout the process. The information you provide will be coded to ensure your privacy and will not be shared with any third parties."

Option to Opt Out:

At any point during the interview, you have the right to opt out or decline to answer any question that you are not comfortable with.

Interview Questions:

1. Can you briefly describe your business and your role within it?

2. How has inflation impacted your business in the past?

3. What strategies does your business use to mitigate the effects of inflation?

4. How does inflation affect your pricing strategies?

5. Can you describe any challenges your business has faced due to inflation?

6. How does inflation impact your business's supply chain and the cost of goods sold?

7. What measures do you take to forecast inflation and its potential impact on your business?

8. How does inflation affect your business's long-term planning and investment decisions?

9. Can you share any experiences where inflation has positively impacted your business?

10. What advice would you give to other businesses to manage the impacts of inflation?

11. How do you manage the risks associated with inflation?

12. What is the impact of inflation on the profitability of your business?

13. How can businesses protect themselves from the negative impacts of inflation?

14. How does your business adapt to periods of high inflation?

15. How does inflation impact your employees and their wages?

16. How does inflation affect your customers and their purchasing power?