Advances in Business & Industrial Marketing Research
Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): October - January

Adoption of Digital Marketing Strategies by Medical Schemes in South Africa: A Case Study of Two Large Open Medical Schemes

Willie, Michael Mncedisi (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Jan 2025

Abstract

Purpose: This study examines how digital marketing strategies—mobile apps, social media, and e-mail marketing—enhance consumer engagement, retention, and trust within the health insurance sector. Research Design and Methodology: Using purposive sampling, a case study approach was employed to analyze two health insurance schemes (Scheme A and B). Data collection focuses on mobile app usage, social media engagement, and e-mail campaigns. Findings and Discussion: Scheme A saw an 85% increase in daily app logins and a 14% rise in social media followers. Meanwhile, Scheme B experienced a 39% growth in app downloads but lower social media engagement. Both schemes demonstrated a shift from e-mail marketing to mobile and social media platforms. Implications: Health insurers should prioritize mobile and social media marketing to enhance customer engagement and loyalty through personalized digital interactions. The study contributes to understanding digital marketing's role in the industry and provides insights for future research.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ABIM

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

Founded in 2023, Advances in Business & Industrial Marketing Research publishes original research that promises to advance our understanding of Business & Industrial Marketing over diverse topics and research methods. This Journal welcomes research of significance across a wide range of primary and ...