Brand reputation management should be an essential part of a business’ marketing strategy due to the significant impact of a negative online reputation and its direct effect on previous marketing efforts. When customers go online to learn more about a company or product, discovering bad reviews almost always drives them to a competitor. When no such information is available from real customer reviews, consumers often choose not to take any risk and do not complete transactions for potential sales. “Negative feedback shouldn’t be taken lightly, as it can help brands identify their weak points and improve the quality of their daily business operations,” says a spokesperson for ICMediaDirect.
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