Year
2020
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy
Department
School of Management and Marketing
Abstract
In recent years, channel proliferation is taking place due to the advent of Information Communication Technology (ICT). In addition to the traditional physical stores, companies are developing interactive websites, engaging mobile apps, digital kiosks, and many other technologically advanced channels to provide service. However, if companies do not integrate all these channels to deliver a connected and seamless experience, they risk declining customer satisfaction and equity. To address this issue, the present study aims to answer the research question: What factors influence multichannel integration quality (MCIQ) and what are the impacts of integration quality on service outcomes?
To explore the dimensions and outcomes of integration quality in multichannel services, this research used a systematic literature review and qualitative data analysis of two focus group discussions and twenty in-depth interviews. Furthermore, this research used 301 online survey questionnaires from multichannel banking customers to provide statistical evidence of dimensions and outcomes of MCIQ. PLS path modelling was used to test hypothesised relations and validate the hierarchical MCIQ model and its effects on outcome constructs.
Recommended Citation
Hossain, Tasnim M Taufique, Integration quality dynamics in multichannel services marketing, Doctor of Philosophy thesis, School of Management and Marketing, University of Wollongong, 2020. https://ro.uow.edu.au/theses1/919
FoR codes (2008)
1505 MARKETING, 0806 INFORMATION SYSTEMS, 1503 BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT, 2001 COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA STUDIES
Unless otherwise indicated, the views expressed in this thesis are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of the University of Wollongong.