Optimization
  • Year: 2025
  • Volume: 17
  • Issue: 1

Investigating Customer Satisfaction and Loyalty Dynamics in Internet Service Providers: Key Factors and Strategic Implications

  • Author:
  • Sourasis Chakraborty1,*, Shaunak Roy2,**
  • Total Page Count: 13
  • Published Online: Jun 30, 2025
  • Page Number: 14 to 26

1Student, (2021-24), Department of Commerce, St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata, West Bengal, India

2Assistant Professor, Faculty of Management, Department of Commerce & Management Studies, St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata, West Bengal, India

*(Corresponding author) email id: sourasc84@gmail.com

**shaunak@sxccal.edu

Online Published on 30 June, 2025.

Abstract

The assessment and management of customer satisfaction present significant challenges for Internet Service Providers (ISPs). This study delves into the intricate dynamics of consumer satisfaction within the ISP sector, focusing on critical factors such as service quality, customer experience, and pricing. Through a comprehensive analysis, the research sheds light on the complex relationship between customer satisfaction and loyalty. The findings underscore the substantial impact of the duration of the customer-ISP relationship on loyalty, highlighting the necessity for continuous service innovation to sustain customer engagement. Competitive pricing is also emphasized as a crucial element in enhancing customer perceptions of value and support quality. The study underscores the pivotal role of reliable network performance and robust customer support in cultivating positive user experiences and satisfaction. Moreover, the research emphasizes the importance of data security and privacy in building customer trust. It is suggested that ISPs must adopt a multifaceted approach, concentrating on service excellence, competitive pricing, and comprehensive customer support to augment customer satisfaction and retention. This study provides valuable insights for ISPs, empowering them to enhance strategic decision-making and develop customer-centric service offerings, ultimately contributing to long-term success in a highly competitive market.

Keywords

Customer satisfaction, Internet Service Providers (ISPs), Customer loyalty, Service quality, Competitive pricing, Data security, Privacy