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The value proposition of adopting mCRM strategy in UK SMEs

Vanessa Zheng (School of Management, University of Surrey, Guildford, UK)

Journal of Systems and Information Technology

ISSN: 1328-7265

Article publication date: 3 May 2011

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Abstract

Purpose

This paper seeks to investigate the key drivers and barriers of adopting mobile customer relationship management (mCRM) services in small‐ and medium‐sized enterprises (SMEs) and proposes an mCRM strategy framework.

Design/methodology/approach

Previous SME technology adoption literature has used different models to explain how SMEs accept or reject technology innovations. There is a lack of research in mobile technologies such as mCRM services. Using a secondary research method, this study critically analyses the impact of mCRM services adoption by UK SMEs.

Findings

Rapid development in mCRM applications enables SMEs to gain competitive advantages. This paper argues that mCRM services help SMEs to create different levels of relationship bonds with their customers, which in turn can create value proposition and improve business performance.

Research limitations/implications

This study suggests that SME owners/managers need to understand their business needs and processes, and the mobile technology, to focus on their CRM strategies, and allocate resources in order to successfully adopt mCRM services to exploit the full potential. The conceptual model needs to be tested empirically.

Originality/value

This study demonstrates that business values and core services can be specific to mCRM strategy. It proposes and discusses the theoretical and practical implications of the mCRM strategy framework and suggests further research directions.

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Citation

Zheng, V. (2011), "The value proposition of adopting mCRM strategy in UK SMEs", Journal of Systems and Information Technology, Vol. 13 No. 2, pp. 223-245. https://doi.org/10.1108/13287261111136025

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Copyright © 2011, Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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