Strategic Choices for Matching Platforms

Abstract

Amit Basu, Sreekumar Bhaskaran, and Rajiv Mukherjee discuss key challenges in the design of online matching platforms, providing a framework to guide executive decisions regarding three essential services: search, authentication, and compatibility counseling.

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