From ambivalence to trust: Using blockchain in customer loyalty programs
Authors: Manuel Utz, Simon Johanning, Tamara Roth, Thomas Bruckner, Jens Strueker
Venue: International Journal of Information Management 68 (2023) 102496
Link: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijinfomgt.2022.102496 (opens in a new tab)
Summary
To reduce customer ambivalence toward green electricity tariffs, the paper develops a blockchain-based loyalty program refined over four iterations, structured around six design objectives (authenticity, customizability, transparency, efficiency, usability and affordability) with associated design requirements.
Artifact
A blockchain-based customer loyalty program for green electricity tariffs.
Methodology
Design science research; four iterations; workshop and 18 ex-ante expert interviews.
Citations
[1] Manuel Utz, Simon Johanning, Tamara Roth, Thomas Bruckner, Jens Strueker. From ambivalence to trust: Using blockchain in customer loyalty programs. International Journal of Information Management 68 (2023) 102496. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijinfomgt.2022.102496 (opens in a new tab) [2] Source document: From ambivalence to trust - Using blockchain in customer loyalty programs.pdf