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Businesses are as concerned with online reputational risk as they are cyber attacks, according a recent survey. The survey shows that the management of online perception is seen as crucial in the present climate.<\/p>\n

All businesses have an online reputation; even if they don\u2019t fully utilise the internet. A study into consumers\u2019 online behaviour reveals that 81% of shoppers research online before buying. In addition to this, a negative online review has been found to change 80% of shoppers\u2019 minds, illustrating how big an asset a company\u2019s online reputation can be.<\/p>\n

Improving an online footprint<\/strong><\/p>\n

Negative online reviews can result in either lost sales or short-term reputational damage. And estimates from the Economist Intelligence Unit reveal that as much as 75% of a business\u2019s value is directly attributed to its reputation \u2013 highlighting the necessity for UK businesses to build and maintain a positive online presence.<\/p>\n

Smaller businesses need to be much more aware of how they are being portrayed online, but the SME Risk Index survey found that currently 39% of UK SMEs never even check social media.<\/p>\n

Businesses should properly manage social media accounts, including Twitter, Google+ and Facebook, and keeping content fresh and company information up to date on popular listing sites. With the increase in use of internet enabled smartphones and the readiness of consumers to express their opinions, via social media or other sites, such as TripAdvisor for hotels and restaurants, and Checkatrade for tradespeople, the online environment is critical to business reputation.<\/p>\n

74% of customers believe that if they take to social media to criticise a brand, they will receive better service. In return, those brands that provide a timely response can expect 43% of customers to recommend the brand to their family and friends.<\/p>\n

SMEs should take advantage of the benefits an improved online reputation can deliver. Presenting a positive online impression can bring heightened local and mobile search visibility and most importantly projected increases in revenue.<\/p>\n

For more information or a no obligation insurance review and to find out more about how we may be able to help you please call Horner Blakey Insurance Brokers on 020 7929 0108<\/p>\n

Author: Nick Horner.\u00a0n.horner@hornerblakey.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n

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