益普索隱式反應時間(Implicit Reaction Time, IRT™)
這項研究方法適用於研究品牌的主要屬性、產品的價值點、政治候選人可能的優勢等任何能與受訪者產生聯結的因素。此外,IRT™也能測量受訪者對於購買、嘗試、使用、投票、或討論等的意圖強度。大腦中錯綜複雜的神經連結網路,是建構IRT™的主要基礎,而這個神經連結的網路是由個人經驗及感覺所組成的。比如說,根據我們過去的經驗,蘋果公司讓我們感覺它是一個「創新」的公司,因此提到蘋果時,「創新」很有可能是最快被反應的屬性之一。也就是說,當受訪者對某屬性的聯結感越強烈的時候,它對該屬性的反應時間就越快。
The fundamental psychological principle behind IRT™ is that the brain holds an intricate network of neural associations that are based on our personal perceptions and experiences. The closer associations are, such as Apple and the attribute “innovative”, the faster we respond to acknowledge them using IRT™. It is the same fast certainty as recognizing a loved one as they walk into a room vs. seeing a stranger or acquaintance at a party. If you are asked to confirm your gender or name, there is likely to be a very fast response.