Chris Archer-Brown
Examining the information value of virtual communities: Factual versus opinion-based message content
Archer-Brown, Chris; Piercy, Niall; Joinson, Adam
Authors
Niall Piercy
Adam Joinson
Abstract
Social customer relationship management (SCRM) is an evolving discipline which uses technology as a communication channel. It is under-researched and is lacking in its use of traditional marketing principles to inform practice. We shed light on the type of content that is most valued in virtual communities (VCs), where search for information is a primary source of gratification. Contrary to findings from advertising research, our findings indicate that informational content is more highly valued. This is the first time such measures have been used to evaluate effectiveness of new media techniques. We discuss critical implications for brands hoping to develop or enhance customer relationships in these increasingly important channels. Specifically, we offer practical advice on how best to create content which may be valued by consumers seeking information. © 2013 Copyright 2013 Westburn Publishers Ltd.
Citation
Archer-Brown, C., Piercy, N., & Joinson, A. (2013). Examining the information value of virtual communities: Factual versus opinion-based message content. Journal of Marketing Management, 29(3-4), 421-438. https://doi.org/10.1080/0267257X.2012.732599
Journal Article Type | Article |
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Publication Date | Feb 1, 2013 |
Journal | Journal of Marketing Management |
Print ISSN | 0267-257X |
Electronic ISSN | 1472-1376 |
Publisher | Taylor & Francis (Routledge) |
Peer Reviewed | Peer Reviewed |
Volume | 29 |
Issue | 3-4 |
Pages | 421-438 |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.1080/0267257X.2012.732599 |
Keywords | virtual communities, information value |
Public URL | https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/942147 |
Publisher URL | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/0267257X.2012.732599 |
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