Researching Customer Satisfaction Loyalty

It examines how to research customer satisfaction from both a client and a supplier perspective, and how to get the best results from that research.

Successful organizations have shifted from being product-based organizations to customer-based organizations, and customer satisfaction management (CSM) is an integral aspect of this new way of thinking. Successfully measuring customer satisfaction can be complicated and very detailed, requiring a great deal of in depth research and analysis. Customer Satisfaction Research Management is intended for advanced service quality managers and marketing researchers involved in the management of customer satisfaction programs. This is the third book in a series by author Derek Allen, focusing on customer satisfaction measurement, analysis, and implementation. Allen begins with the assumption that the reader has at least a minimal familiarity with the psychometric aspects of customer satisfaction measurement, statistical analysis, and linkage research that attempts to establish a causal relationship between customer attitudes and business outcomes. He then builds on this base to first discuss the theoretical relationship between customer satisfaction and financial performance, and then to dive deep into specific applications of customer satisfaction programs. Some of the areas covered include dealing with the challenges of conducting global customer satisfaction measurement programs, linking performance metrics to management compensation systems and financial outcomes, and results deployment. "This book will prove an invaluable resource for research managers charged with developing and implementing customer satisfaction research programs for their organization." Albrecht (Al) Grabenstein First Vice President, Corporate Marketing Comerica "This book describes with outstanding examples how insights gained from deep analysis of customer satisfaction research results can be used to create successful customer relationship marketing strategies and to design effective business processes which improve both customer satisfaction and business results." Lyle Kan Senior Vice President, Performance Management Countrywide Home Loans "Derek Allen offers managers of customer retention programs the tools necessary for the implementation and management of a successful program Managers whose companies have customer relationship management systems in place will also find the discussions on CRM, marketing research, and customer satisfaction very useful." Manuel Gutierrez Director of Market Research Kohler Co.

This book does a tremendous job of bringing to life customer satisfaction and its significance to modern businesses. The numerous examples contained within the book's pages have proved a fresh and continuous source of inspiration and expertise as I work with my organisation in helping them understand why we should do what matters most to our customers and the lasting effect such actions will have on both our customer loyalty and retention. The authors are to be commended.

An examination of how to use research effectively. It takes the reader step by step through the process of designing and conducting a survey to generate accurate measures of customer satisfaction and loyalty. This new edition includes four new chapters on loyalty measurement.

As global competition increases, maintaining customer loyalty is more important than ever. Dissatisfied customers now have many options, with dozens of companies from around the world competing for their business. it is crucial for every organization to retain loyal customers by maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction. However, sustaining an environment conducive to customer satisfaction is a difficult task without a strong understanding of the data surrounding customer satisfaction surveys. This is the focus of Analysis of Customer Satisfaction Data, which clearly demonstrates how to interpret the data gathered in customer surveys while explaining how to use this information to improve overall customer satisfaction. Written by industry leaders with years of experience consulting top companies such as General Motors, Bank of America and Met Life, this book offers a step-by-step approach to customer loyalty research in an advanced yet understandable format. This book is a must read for anyone who is developing a customer satisfaction survey. - Richard Yorio Customer Satisfaction and Loyalty Manager Xerox Corporation.

Provides both a client and supplier perspective of market research on customer satisfaction and loyalty Provides guidance on the practical tasks involved in the creation and running of a research project An essential guide that focuses on core skills linked to the burgeoning MRS training and qualifications programmes Written by an experienced practitioner Customer satisfaction and loyalty has been one of the largest areas of market research for the past twenty years, and interest in it continues to increase. Organizations today invest heavily in programmes designed to retain customers as they recognize the importance of having loyal, committed customers to sustain and increase company profits. Researching Customer Satisfaction and Loyalty is a vital guide to this expanding area. It examines how to research customer satisfaction from both a client and a supplier perspective, and how to get the best results from that research. The breadth of detail is exhaustive and topics covered include: the development of customer satisfaction and loyalty, management theories about it, qualitative and quantitative research, and how market research projects get commissioned.

A Book in the University of Michigan Business School Series It's a simple equation: no customers equals no profits. So how can a company ensure that its customers enjoy a consistently satisfying experience? In this book, two experts from the University of Michigan Business School lay out a five-stage process that links all of the key measures of customer satisfaction with marketing strategy and product development to guarantee excellent customer service. Johnson and Gustafsson show managers how to break down the organizational barriers that defy great customer service and instead tie together their customer value chain to create a cohesive customer measurement and management system. So, if like most companies, yours has only a fleeting understanding of its relationship with its customers, this book offers the organizational know-how to make and keep them happy.

Successful organizations have shifted from being product-based organizations to customer-based organizations, and customer satisfaction management (CSM) is an integral aspect of this new way of thinking. Successfully measuring customer satisfaction can be complicated and very detailed, requiring a great deal of in depth research and analysis. Customer Satisfaction Research Management is intended for advanced service quality managers and marketing researchers involved in the management of customer satisfaction programs. This is the third book in a series by author Derek Allen, focusing on customer satisfaction measurement, analysis, and implementation. Allen begins with the assumption that the reader has at least a minimal familiarity with the psychometric aspects of customer satisfaction measurement, statistical analysis, and linkage research that attempts to establish a causal relationship between customer attitudes and business outcomes. He then builds on this base to first discuss the theoretical relationship between customer satisfaction and financial performance, and then to dive deep into specific applications of customer satisfaction programs. Some of the areas covered include dealing with the challenges of conducting global customer satisfaction measurement programs, linking performance metrics to management compensation systems and financial outcomes, and results deployment. Preview a sample chapter from this book along with the full table of contents by clicking here. You will need Adobe Acrobat to.