Unveiling the path forward: exploring the theoretical evolution and future research directions of over-the-top customer experience

This study conducts a comprehensive examination of over-the-top (OTT) customer experience literature, employing a bibliometric analysis on 376 papers from 1989 to 2022 using the Scopus database. Utilising analytical tools like Bibliometrix R package and VOSviewer, the research uncovers temporal evolution, trends, and networks via co-citation analysis. The findings of this study indicate that the peak in publications observed from 2014 to 2022, with 11 sub-themes identified through thematic analysis. Valuable managerial insights are gleaned, emphasising the strategic use of OTT platform expertise to enhance customer experience. This pioneering effort comprehensively analyses cross-disciplinary literature, tracing its historical evolution, current state, and providing insights into future advancements. The study contributes a holistic understanding of OTT customer experience, guiding future research and managerial practices.