In past couple of years, social media has shaped the way of communication between brands and consumers and has opened the door for more interactive, personalized and engaging marketing strategies to increase not only brand awareness but also to build stronger customer-brand relationships that lead to brand loyalty.
There is a lot of literature on engagement in brand-related online content and social media. Yoshida et al. define brand-related social media engagement as a voluntary contribution of an individual to the interaction between her/his favourite brand and other fellow brand users by sharing information, activating and co-creating content related to the specific brand. A customer’s voluntary contribution that is brand and/or product related is known as consumer engagement.
Wine is often consumed within a social gathering. The product can be easily approached by engaging intuitive senses like the sense of taste and sense of smell. Therefore, it is a product to effortlessly strike up a conversation, get emotionally involved with, and exchange impressions within a social group. Consumers are very likely to have an opinion about the wine they tasted and are often enthusiastic to share it. This makes a wine-related brand seem predestined to gain from social media and might create new beneficial opportunities in the wine industry. Social media enables brands to communicate on more layers and give the customer insights into the business’ history, philosophy and values in combination with descriptive information about the product/brand itself. Interactive environments on social networking sites enable a two-way communication between consumers and brands which has a positive impact on the brand relationship, trust and also brand loyalty.
The paper is structured the following way. The first section (the research question) gives more detail on the topic and identified research gaps in the literature. The methodology summarizes the specific ways research has been concluded for this paper. The focal point lies in the literature review and analysis of several case studies and findings. It summarizes and combines two main research topics, brand loyalty on social media and social media utilization in the (Austrian) wine industry. This literature review contributes to further research about specific impacts of social media on the wine industry. In this case with a focus on Austrian wine producers.
Table of Contents
1 Introduction
2 Research Question
3 Methodology
4 Literature Review & Analysis
4.1 Social Media and its Growing Impact
4.1.1 Brands on Social Media
4.1.2 Social Media in Austria
4.2 Social Media Engagement
4.2.1 Effects of Social Media Engagement
4.2.2 Social Media Community: Engagement & Trust
4.3 Social Media Impact on Brand Loyalty
4.4 Social Media Utilization in the Wine Industry
4.5 Content Strategies of Wineries on Social Media
5 Conclusion & Further Research
6 Table of Content BA II
7 Timetable / Project Plan BA II
8 Bibliography
Research Objectives & Key Themes
This paper aims to investigate the influence of social media on strengthening consumer-brand loyalty, with a specific focus on the Austrian wine industry, identifying research gaps and establishing a theoretical framework for future empirical study.
- Analysis of social media’s impact on brand-consumer communication and loyalty.
- Evaluation of engagement strategies within the global and Austrian wine industry.
- Identification of the role of brand trust and online community participation.
- Classification of winery content strategies (selling, customer, and experimental orientations).
Excerpt from the Book
1 Introduction
In past couple of years, social media has shaped the way of communication between brands and consumers and has opened the door for more interactive, personalized and engaging marketing strategies to increase not only brand awareness but also to build stronger customer-brand relationships that lead to brand loyalty (Yoshida, Gordon, Nakazawa, Shibuya, & Fujiwara, 2018, p. 208; Muntinga, Moorman, & Smit, 2011, p. 34-36).
There is a lot of literature on engagement in brand-related online content and social media. Yoshida et al. (2018, p.216) define brand-related social media engagement as a voluntary contribution of an individual to the interaction between her/his favourite brand and other fellow brand users by sharing information, activating and co-creating content related to the specific brand. A customer’s voluntary contribution that is brand and/or product related is known as consumer engagement (Verhoef, Reinartz, & Krafft, 2010, p. 247)
Wine is often consumed within a social gathering. The product can be easily approached by engaging intuitive senses like the sense of taste and sense of smell. Therefore, it is a product to effortlessly strike up a conversation, get emotionally involved with, and exchange impressions within a social group. Consumers are very likely to have an opinion about the wine they tasted and are often enthusiastic to share it. This makes a wine-related brand seem predestined to gain from social media and might create new beneficial opportunities in the wine industry (Szolnoki et al., 2014b, p. 81). Social media enables brands to communicate on more layers and give the customer insights into the business’ history, philosophy and values in combination with descriptive information about the product/brand itself (Dolan & Goodman, 2017, p. 24). Interactive environments on social networking sites enable a two-way communication between consumers and brands which has a positive impact on the brand relationship, trust and also brand loyalty (Enginkaya & Yilmaz, 2014, p. 220).
Summary of Chapters
1 Introduction: Provides an overview of the role of social media in modern brand communication and its significance for the wine industry.
2 Research Question: Defines the core objective of the paper, focusing on the impact of social media usage on brand loyalty within the Austrian wine sector.
3 Methodology: Outlines the research process, including database searches and criteria for selecting academic literature published between 2016 and 2018.
4 Literature Review & Analysis: Synthesizes current academic knowledge regarding social media impacts, engagement, and specific strategies utilized by wineries.
5 Conclusion & Further Research: Summarizes key findings and proposes future empirical research directions based on the identified content strategies.
6 Table of Content BA II: Presents the prospective structure for the upcoming Bachelor Paper II.
7 Timetable / Project Plan BA II: Illustrates the timeline and proposed process steps for the finalization of the next paper.
8 Bibliography: Lists all academic sources and literature referenced throughout the paper.
Keywords
Social Media, Brand Loyalty, Wine Industry, Consumer Engagement, Brand Trust, Austrian Wineries, Online Community, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Customer Relationship, Social Media Engagement, Brand Communication, e-WoM, Content Strategy, Brand Identity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this paper?
The paper examines how the use of social media platforms by Austrian wine producers influences and strengthens consumer-brand loyalty.
What are the central thematic areas covered?
The core themes include the dynamics of social media engagement, the evolution of brand communication, and the specific application of these tools in the wine business.
What is the central research question?
The paper asks whether the utilization of social media by Austrian wine producers has a measurable impact on strengthening consumer-brand loyalty.
Which scientific methodology is applied?
The research is based on a comprehensive literature review, analyzing scholarly papers, journals, and case studies to synthesize existing theories and identify gaps in the industry.
What topics are discussed in the main section?
The main section covers the growth of social media, motivations for consumer engagement, the role of brand trust, and specific content strategies like selling, customer, and experimental orientations.
How would you characterize this work through keywords?
Key terms include social media, brand loyalty, wine industry, consumer engagement, brand trust, and strategic digital marketing communication.
Why is the Austrian wine industry specifically addressed?
The paper identifies a research gap, noting that while international data exists, little research has focused on the specific social media utilization of Austrian wineries.
What does the "experimental orientation" mean for wineries?
It refers to a content strategy that promotes experiences, such as events, wine tastings, weddings, or musical performances at the winery, to build a deeper connection with consumers.
What is the distinction between "selling" and "customer" orientation?
Selling orientation focuses on product promotion, pricing, and sales, whereas customer orientation aims to build community and personal relationships by sharing behind-the-scenes content like staff photos and family stories.
What is the purpose of the proposed Table of Content BA II?
It provides a strategic roadmap and structural overview for the subsequent empirical study to be conducted in the next phase of the degree program.
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- Melanie Hahn (Autor:in), 2018, Impact of Social Media on Strengthening Brand Loyalty in the Austrian Wine Industry, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/433231
