Friday, November 23, 2012

Blue Cross Blue Shield Case Study


Using the Blue Cross Blue Shield Case Study at the end of Chapter 12 in the KDP textbook, I discuss how BCBS could measure the results of their communications plan. In this blog I will suggest ways BCBS can measure the effectiveness of communications and the relationships with local offices.

BCBS could begin by evaluate the consistency of their messaging. The focus could be placed on a few nationwide key messages. This united communication will enable BCBS to quantify what the opinions of the media are and who is seeing these key messages.

Another way BCBS can measure the communication plan is by examining what their visibility is, in relation to the competition. Success for this KPI could be based on the following criteria:
  1. The overall mention of the company in headlines, articles, and captions
  2. The volume of coverage
If BCBS is outperforming the completion both nationally and locally, than their communication plan is effective.

One last way BCBS can measure the effectiveness of their communication plan for a local franchise is by obtaining greater visibility. BCBS could work towards having company spokespeople interact with or become community leaders. This type of action could increase the amount of exposure and the number of quotes used over the competition. BCBS could track this data on what is being said and design a tool for improving relations in the community.

3 comments:

  1. The community is key, so once the word is out and there are good revues among the consumer everything else will fall in place. Good or Bad, word of mouth is key. Yes, public relations in the community, i agree. Great post.

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  2. Visibility is important to any organization though it means the organization will also have greater fallout for any mistakes or failures. This is why it is essential to have good public relations and make sure the consumer is satisfied. Communication is also key to improving this and you mentioned some good ways this can be accomplished.

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  3. I think the only way to improve the relationship is to enhance communication. Community is a good way to provide chance to each office coomnicate more. Good job!

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