INTERACTION Communication Studies Journal
Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): May

Business Communication Strategy In Improving Customer Confidence Regarding The Quality of Drinking Water Companies For Regional Drinking Water

Kurniawan, Dea (Unknown)
Waskito, Budhi (Unknown)
Verawati, Noning (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
05 Jun 2025

Abstract

This study aims to analyze and design a business communication strategy to increase customer trust in the drinking water quality provided by PDAM Kota Bandar Lampung, particularly in the Teluk Betung Barat area. Despite having access to piped water, many customers still prefer bottled water (AMDK), indicating a lack of confidence in PDAM’s water for direct consumption. Using a qualitative descriptive method with a post-positivist approach, data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation. Informants included PDAM officials and customers. The results show that communication factors—such as limited public education, lack of transparency, and inconsistent messaging—contribute to customer distrust. SWOT analysis was used to identify internal and external factors that affect communication performance. The study recommends strategic improvements through transparent, community-based communication, increased use of social media, and proactive crisis communication. An integrated communication strategy is essential to rebuild trust and reduce public dependence on bottled drinking water.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

interaction

Publisher

Subject

Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Social Sciences

Description

The scope of INTERACTION: Communication Studies Journal, provides a forum for original articles, articles and books from academics, analysts, consultants and interested parties to provide study literature related to communication science for all aspects. Scientific articles related to Mass ...