This study was designed to assess the theoretical and managerial implications of relational norms in two distinct business contexts within the same service industry. The relationship between commercial banks and client‐companies was studied using matched pairs of account managers and company...

Asserts that since there are new competitors in almost every industry, businesses are needing to adapt their systems to more effectively meet the needs of customers. Argues that in this climate customer‐centric marketing is more effective than product‐oriented marketing. Decribes the...