Dr. Atilla Wohllebe

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Academic Education

  • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Management and Organizational Sciences (summa cum laude)
  • Dissertation: Consumer Attitude Toward Mobile App in Retail – The Role of Customer Satisfaction and Push Notifications
  • Lectures (i. a.): Qualitative Research, Multivariate Statistics, Econometrics, Marketing Theory, Corporate Social Responsibility
  • Master of Science (M.Sc.) in E-Commerce
  • Master thesis: Factors influencing buying decisions on B2C online marketplaces
  • Lectures (i. a.): Business Intelligence, Smart Data, IT Management, Business Models in E-Commerce, Concepts of Database Technologies, Programing, Web Analytics, Online Marketing
  • Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Business Administration
  • Bachelor thesis: Logistics as Critical Success Factor in E-Commerce
  • Focus: E-business and digital marketing
  • Electives: B2B marketing, Empirical methodologies

Publications

In the following you will find my publications so far. In addition to the most important meta data of the publications, I have also summarized some of the most important statements below each entry.

Wohllebe, A., & Ladogka, C. C. (2024). Can ChatGPT Replace Human Content Writers in SEO Copywriting? An Empirical Comparison for Performance Measurement of Generative AI in Search Engine Optimization in E-Commerce. In G. Schuster & B. Schulte (Eds.), Generative KĂźnstliche Intelligenz in Marketing und Sales. Springer Gabler. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-658-45132-5_21

Emmermacher, T., Lüdtke, J.-P., & Wohllebe, A. (2024). Minimalist or Maximalist Brand Design: Influence on Brand Perception in the Context of Online Stores. In G. Schuster & B. Schulte (Eds.), Transformation im Consumer Sales — Innovative Unternehmenspraxis: Insights, Strategien und Impulse. Springer Gabler. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-658-45174-5_7

Wohllebe, A., Grosche, F., & Neudert, P. (2024). Funktionen von Smartphone-Apps im deutschen Einzelhandel im Überblick—Ein Abgleich von Theorie und Praxis. In G. Schuster & B. Schulte (Eds.), Transformation im Consumer Sales — Innovative Unternehmenspraxis: Insights, Strategien und Impulse. Springer Gabler. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-658-45174-5_5

Wohllebe, A. (2024). Praxisguide App-Marketing – Grundlagen zur Akquise, Aktivierung, Bindung und Monetarisierung von App-Nutzern. Springer Gabler. ISBN: 978-3-658-42980-5.

Wohllebe, A., Özcan, M. (2023). TikTok – Employer Branding fĂźr die Generation Z: Einfluss auf die Arbeitgeberattraktivität und Empfehlungen zur inhaltlichen Gestaltung. In Schuster, G., Langner, A.-K. (Eds.), Holistische Social-Media-Strategien – Innovative Unternehmenspraxis: Insights, Strategien und Impulse. Springer Gabler. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-658-42563-0_12 

Wohllebe, A., Johnsen, L. (2023). Nutzung App-basierter Orientierungshilfen im stationären Einzelhandel. In: Rothe, L., Naskrent, J., Stumpf, M., Westphal, J. (Eds.), Marketing & Innovation 2023: Future Shopping – der Handel in der (Nach-)Coronazeit. Springer Gabler. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-658-41309-5_8

Wohllebe, A. (2022). Geschäftsmodelle systematisch analysieren – WertschĂśpfungsmechanismen verstehen und Wirkungszusammenhänge identifizieren. Springer Gabler. ISBN: 978-3-658-36257-7.

Wohllebe, A. (2022). Applying Scrum to the Four Elements of Organizational Learning – How Scrum Supports the Development of a Learning Organization. In Berke, S., SzabĂł, K., SzĂźcs, B. (Eds.), Organizational Behaviour and Leadership Theory in Practice. Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences. ISBN: 978-615-5599-92-7

Wohllebe, A., Wolter, N. (2022). Smartphone Apps im Einzelhandel – EinsatzmĂśglichkeiten, Praxisbeispiele & Herausforderungen. Springer Gabler. ISBN: 978-3-658-36499-1.

Wohllebe, A. (2021). Merchants Competing on E-Commerce Platforms – Influencing Factors on Buying Behavior. In Ertz, M. (Ed.), Handbook of Research on the Platform Economy and the Evolution of E-Commerce. IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-7545-1.ch009

Deckert, R., Wohllebe, A. (2021). Digitalisierung und Einzelhandel – Taktiken und Technologien, Praxisbeispiele und Herausforderungen. Springer Gabler. ISBN: 9783658330897.

Wohllebe, A. (2021). Scrum as an Agile Method for Strategic Organizational Learning in Digital Enterprise Transformation: Applying the Four Elements of Organizational Learning. In Sandhu, K. (Ed.), Disruptive Technology and Digital Transformation for Business and Government. IGI Global. http://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-8583-2.ch002

Wohllebe, A. (2020). Kaufverhalten auf B2C-Online-Marktplätzen. Einflussfaktoren bei der Händlerauswahl. GRIN Munich. ISBN: 978-3-34617-333-1.

Radtke, U., Wohllebe, A. (2025). Mobile Apps in Digital Health: Patient Expectations and Factors Influencing Patient Acceptance – a Literature Review. International Journal of Digital Health and Telemedicine, 1(1). https://doi.org/10.51137/wrp.ijdht.2025.urmw.45663 

Wohllebe, A., Nicolaisen, A. (2024). Manipulating Customer Loyalty Measurement: Influence of Suggestive Design Elements on the Net Promoter Score. Total Quality Management & Business Excellence, pp. 1-17. https://doi.org/10.1080/14783363.2024.2430269

Wohllebe, A., Prignitz, J. (2024). Kundenanforderungen an ein digitalisiertes Einkaufserlebnis im MĂśbeleinzelhandel – Identifikation und Klassifizierung von Features mit Hilfe des Kano-Modells. HMD Praxis der Wirtschaftsinformatik, 61(3). https://doi.org/10.1365/s40702-024-01061-8 

Ross, F., Wohllebe, A., Diez, E. (2022). The Role of Personal Assistance in the Uptake of Smartphone-Based Tele-Audiology — An Extension of the Technology Acceptance Model. International Journal of Interactive Mobile Technologies, 16(12), pp. 18–31. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijim.v16i12.30133

Sattig, J., Wohllebe, A. (2022). Application of the User Centered Design Framework – Case Study Using the Example of an AR Feature for a Mobile Shopping App. International Journal of Applied Research in Business and Management 3(2), pp. 100-111. https://doi.org/10.51137/ijarbm.2022.3.2.7

Wohllebe, A., Hübner, D. S., Kämpf, D., Podruzsik, S.(2022). Classification of Mobile App Users in Multi-Channel Retail – an Exploratory Analysis. International Journal of Recent Contributions from Engineering, Science & IT 10(1), pp. 4-16.  http://dx.doi.org/10.3991/ijes.v10i01.28071

Wohllebe, A. (2022). The Consumer as Homo Sapiens: On the Practical Relevance of Research On Consumer Behavior. International Journal of Applied Research in Business and Management 3(1), pp. 37-42.  https://doi.org/10.51137/ijarbm.2022.3.1.5

Wohllebe, A. (2021). Evaluating Digitization Projects in Retail: Presentation of the CIES Model and Call for Research. International Journal of Applied Research in Business and Management 2(2), pp. 14-22. https://doi.org/10.51137/ijarbm.2021.2.2.2

Wohllebe, A., Adler, M., Podruzsik, S. (2021). Influence of Design Elements of Mobile Push Notifications on Mobile App User Interactions. International Journal of Interactive Mobile Technologies 15(15), pp. 35-46. http://doi.org/10.3991/ijim.v15i15.23897

Wohllebe, A., GĂśtz, M. (2021). Communities of Practice for Functional Learning in Agile Contexts: Definition Approach and Call for Research. International Journal of Advanced Corporate Learning 14(1), pp. 62-69. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijac.v14i1.21939

Wohllebe, A., Wohllebe, A., Hßbner, D., Radtke, U. (2021). Smartphones and Mobile Apps: Case Study on Usage Behavior of Elementary School Students. International Journal of Interactive Mobile Technologies 15(12), pp. 184-192. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijim.v15i12.22565 

Wohllebe, A., HĂźbner, D., Radtke, U., Podruzsik, S. (2021). Mobile Apps in Retail: Effect of Push Notification Frequency on App User Behavior. Innovative Marketing 17(2), pp. 102-111. http://dx.doi.org/10.21511/im.17(2).2021.10

Ross, F., Wohllebe, A. (2021). Evaluating the Service Quality of Mobile Health Versus Clinic Based Intervention in Hearing Healthcare. A Comparative Study. International Journal of Interactive Mobile Technologies 15(10), pp. 21-32. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijim.v15i10.21725

Wohllebe, A. , Hillmers, M. (2021). Towards a Scientific Definition of App Marketing – A Practice-Oriented Approach Using Scientific and Grey Literature. International Journal of Applied Research in Business and Management 2(1), pp.13-25. https://doi.org/10.51137/ijarbm.2021.2.1.2

Wohllebe, A. (2021). More than Technology: Improving Mobile App Research Through Less Mobile App Focus. IOSR Journal of Mobile Computing & Application 8(1), pp. 23-25. https://doi.org/10.9790/0050-08012325

Wohllebe, A., Dirrler, P., Podruzsik, S. (2020). Mobile Apps in Retail: Determinants of Consumer Acceptance – a Systematic Review. International Journal of Interactive Mobile Technologies 14(20), pp. 153-164. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijim.v14i20.18273

Adler, M., Wohllebe, A. (2020). Consumers Choosing Retailers On Online Marketplaces: How Can Retailers Differentiate Apart From The Price? – An Exploratory Investigation. International Journal of Applied Research in Business and Management 1(1), pp. 27-36. https://doi.org/10.51137/ijarbm.2020.1.1.3

Wohllebe, A., Ross, F., Podruzsik, S. (2020). Influence of the Net Promoter Score of Retailers on the Willingness of Consumers to Install Their Mobile App. International Journal of Interactive Mobile Technologies 14(19), pp. 124-139. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijim.v14i19.17027

Wohllebe, A., Stoyke, T., Podruzsik, S. (2020). Incentives on E-Commerce App Downloads in Medium Apps: A Case Study on the Effects of Coupons and Bonus Points. International Journal of Interactive Mobile Technologies 14(19), pp. 180-196. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijim.v14i19.16427

Wohllebe, A. (2020). Consumer Acceptance of App Push Notifications: Systematic Review on the Influence of Frequency. International Journal of Interactive Mobile Technologies 14 (13), pp. 36-47. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijim.v14i13.14563

Wohllebe, A. (2019). How Max Roser’s „Our World In Data“ Contributes to Raising Awareness and Combating Climate Change. Regional and Business Studies 11(2), pp. 87-92. https://doi.org/10.33568/rbs.2411

Wohllebe, A. (2019). Dialogue Marketing: Ecological Sustainability of Letter and E-Mail in Comparison in Germany. Journal of Environmental Sustainability 7(1), pp. 52-64. https://scholarworks.rit.edu/jes/vol7/iss1/4/

Hollmann, N., Jenning, E., Riemer, M., Wohllebe, A. (2024). Application of Virtual Reality in Kyokushin Karate Training with HTC VIVE – Development of a training system and benchmarking against human trainers. In: Guralnick, D., Auer, M.E., Poce, A. (Eds.), Creative Approaches to Technology-Enhanced Learning for the Workplace and Higher Education. The Learning Ideas Conference (TLIC 2024). Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems, 1150. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-72430-5_21 [funded by the Wedeler Hochschulbund e. V. with USD 525.]

Wohllebe, A., Stoyke, T. (2023). What Are App Store Reviews On Mobile Apps In Retail About? Insights From The German Market. In: Auer, M.E., El-Seoud, S.A., Karam, O.H. (Eds.), Artificial Intelligence and Online Engineering. International Conference on Remote Engineering and Virtual Instrumentation (REV 2022). Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems, 524. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-17091-1_47 

Wohllebe, A., Blaschke, F. (2022). Description and Implementation of an Experiment With Randomly Assembled User Groups Investigating the Effect of App Push Notification Frequency [Poster presentation]. 24th General Online Research Conference, German Society for Online Research, Berlin, Germany. http://dx.doi.org/10.13140/RG.2.2.25764.35202

Wohllebe, A., Johnsen, L. (2022). App-Based In-Store Navigation in Retail: Antecedents of Usage and Influence on App Usage – An R-Based Application of SEM [Poster presentation]. useR! 2022, The R Foundation for Statistical Computing, Remote / Virtual. http://dx.doi.org/10.13140/RG.2.2.11819.11040 

Wohllebe, A., HĂźbner, D.-S., Radtke, U., Podruzsik, S. (2022). Recommending A Retailer’s Mobile App – Influence Of The Retailer And The Mediating Role Of Push Notifications. In: Auer, M. E., Tsiatsos, T. (Eds.), New Realities, Mobile Systems and Applications – Proceedings of the 14th IMCL Conference. Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-96296-8_32

Wohllebe, A. (2022). Mobile Apps in Retail: Usage Frequency Before, During, and After the SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic. In: Auer, M. E., Tsiatsos, T. (Eds.), New Realities, Mobile Systems and Applications – Proceedings of the 14th IMCL Conference. Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-96296-8_30

Wohllebe, A. (2021). Mobile Apps in Stationary Retail: Assessing the Theoretical and Practical Relevance of Features and Developing a Typology – Insights Into the German Market. 15th International Conference on Economics and Business (ICEB), Sapientia Hungarian University of Transylvania, Cluj-Napoca, Romania. Corresponding Conference Proceedings

Wohllebe, A. (2019). How Max Roser’s ‚Our World In Data‘ Contributes to Raising Awareness and Combating Climate Change. International Conference on Sustainable Economy and Agriculture (ICSEA), KaposvĂĄr University, KaposvĂĄr, Hungary. https://doi.org/10.33568/rbs.2411

List of publications is updated continously.

Lecturing & Teaching

Since 2018, I have been engaged in academic teaching at various universities. My teaching activities include lectures and guest lectures, seminars and tutorials, and supervision of bachelor and master theses. I have experience teaching onsite, virtually, and as video on demand; in German as well as in English.

FH Wedel 380
MATE 225
HSBA 500
TH LĂźbeck 380
HFH 600
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Students‘ voices from my lectures and courses:

  • „Professionally competent, practical.“
  • „Very good combination of text, image and examples from practice.“
  • „An interactive lecture, so students were actively participating.“

List of Lectures

I am currently holding these lectures or have held them in the past:

  • Bachelor of Science – E-Commerce
    • Fundamentals of E-Commerce
      5 ECTS, yearly, since winter 22/23
    • Web- & App-Analytics
      2 ECTS, yearly, since summer 23
    • Multi-Channel Retailing
      5 ECTS, yearly, since winter 21/22
    • Introduction to Scientific Working
      1 ECTS, yearly, since summer 23
  • Master of Science – E-Commerce
    • E-Commerce Platform Architecture
      2 ECTS, yearly, since winter 22/23
    • E-Commerce Business Models
      5 ECTS, yearly, since winter 24/25
  • Seminar E-Commerce (Bachelor)
    5 ECTS, semesterly, since winter 22/23
  • Seminar E-Commerce (Master)
    5 ECTS, semesterly, since winter 22/23
  • Research Seminar Digital Marketing & E-Business (MBA)
    10 x 45 minutes, winter 19/20
  • Bachelor of Science – E-Commerce
    • Web-Analytics Project
      3 ECTS, yearly, since summer 23
    • Online-Platform (Concept & Implementation)
      5 ECTS, yearly, since winter 22/23
    • Online-Platform (Operations & Development)
      5 ECTS, yearly, since summer 23
    • Project E-Commerce
      5 ECTS, yearly, since summer 23
  • Master of Science – E-Commerce
    • Workshop E-Commerce Platform Architecture
      3 ECTS, yearly, since winter 22/23

Supervision of Theses (Bachelor, Master)

I regularly supervise bachelor’s and master’s theses of my students from the entire spectrum of e-commerce, multi-channel retailing and digital marketing. The following list is a (not complete) excerpt of topics I have supervised in the past.

  • Customer Expectations for the Digitization of Stationary Retail – An Analysis of Furniture Retail Based on the Kano Model (forthcoming publication in HMD Praxis der Wirtschaftsinformatik / Springer)
  • Customer Expectations for the Digitization of Stationary Retail – An Analysis of Home Improvement Retailing Based on the Kano Model
  • Success Factors of Direct-To-Consumer in E-commerce Using the Example of Selected Companies
  • A Quantitative Investigation of Decision Factors and Expectations of Start-ups for Cooperations in the Framework of the Venture Client Model (awarded by the Wedeler Hochschulbund as best thesis in the category Economics)
  • Location-Based Retail Apps: An Empirical Analysis of Usage Factors
  • User-Based Conception of an In-Store Navigation Using the Example of the [App of a DIY Store]
  • User-Centered Design of an Augmented Reality Feature Using the Example of a Mobile Shopping App
  • An Experimental Comparison of Human- and ChatGPT-Generated SEO Texts Concerning Ranking
  • Employer Branding: Recommendations for the Use of TikTok as a Channel of Corporate Communication for Addressing Generation Z
  • Measuring Customer Satisfaction – Influence of Suggestive Design Elements Using the Net Promoter Score as an Example
  • Relevance versus Privacy – Consumer Perceptions of Targeting and Personalization in Germany
  • Sustainability in Retail – Comparing the Environmental Impact of Purchases in Stationary Retail and E-Commerce Using the Example of the Fashion Segment
  • The Usage Intention of Apps Against Food Waste Using the Example of Too Good to Go (survey funded by Greenbaker Foundation with EUR 300, awarded by the Wedeler Hochschulbund as best thesis in the category Sustainability)

Other Scientific Acitivites and Contributions

Editor and Reviewer

I regularly contribute to various journals as a reviewer, including the International Journal of Interactive Mobile Technologies (iJIM), the International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction (IJHCI), Journalism Studies, Environment, Development and Sustainability (ENVI), Humanities and Social Sciences Communications, Multimedia Systems, the International Journal of Advanced Corporate Learning (iJAC), Frontiers in Psychology and The Ohio Journal of Science (OJS).

Committee & Jury Member

Invited Speaker

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