Factors Affecting Location-Based Mobile Advertising Effects: An Integrative Perspective

Purpose: This article aims to review the previous research on the effects of location-based mobile advertising (LBMA) and to propose an integrative approach to the factors affecting these effects. Design/methodology/approach: In this conceptual article, previous research on LBMA effects are examined and synthesized, and the hypothesized, integrative model of the factors affecting these effects is developed. Findings: A growing body of research is dedicated to identifying the communication effects of LBMA and the factors affecting them. Based on the results of that research and utilizing an integrative approach, six groups of variables were distinguished as the contextual framework for further studies on LBMA effects. Research limitations/implications: The research proposition needs further literature studies and empirical testing. It implies research on the potential impact of various factors on LBA effects, such as multiple consumer traits and behaviors, situational context or marketing actions. The suggestions for further research are presented in the article. Practical implications: According to forecasts, the contextual advertising, primarily LBMA, will be growing in the future in terms of expenditures and its significance in the integrated marketing communications. Identifying the factors affecting the effects of LBMA will help practitioners to tailor advertising messages to the target customers' location and to improve the effectiveness of their communication programs. Originality/value: This article synthesizes the results of the previous research on the effects of LBMA and proposes an integrative contextual framework reflecting the hypothesized relationships between the groups of variables and LBMA effects.