Department of Marketing
Date of this Version
11-1995
Citation
Mohr, Jakki J., and Ravipreet S. Sohi. "Communication flows in distribution channels: Impact on assessments of communication quality and satisfaction."Journal of Retailing 71.4 (1996): 393-415.
Abstract
We develop and test a model of the relationships between: (1) norms of information sharing and communication flows of frequency, bidirectionality, and formality, (2) these communication flows and dealers’ assessments of the quality of communication and satisfaction with communication; and (3) formality of communication flows and dealers’ distortion and withholding of information. Based on data collected with a survey mailed to a national sample of computer dealers, our findings offer insight on channels communication to both researchers and practitioners. By examining the impact of communication flows on summary judgments of communication, managers can focus their efforts on vital communication flows which stimulate positive assessments of communication, and which stymie less beneficial/detrimental communication behaviors (such as distortion and withholding of information).
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Advertising and Promotion Management Commons, Business Administration, Management, and Operations Commons, Business and Corporate Communications Commons, Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods Commons, Marketing Commons
Comments
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