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What is primarily used to achieve the objectives of a marketing plan?
What is primarily used to achieve the objectives of a marketing plan?
Which of the following is NOT a tactic mentioned in the implementation plan?
Which of the following is NOT a tactic mentioned in the implementation plan?
Which calculation helps assess the profitability of marketing investments?
Which calculation helps assess the profitability of marketing investments?
What approach must marketers take to measure the success of their marketing plans?
What approach must marketers take to measure the success of their marketing plans?
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Which metric is specifically highlighted as necessary for demonstrating the value of intangible goals?
Which metric is specifically highlighted as necessary for demonstrating the value of intangible goals?
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What tactic involves analyzing data from a website to gather marketing insights?
What tactic involves analyzing data from a website to gather marketing insights?
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Which financial analysis method is least likely to be mentioned in a marketing budget discussion?
Which financial analysis method is least likely to be mentioned in a marketing budget discussion?
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What is the primary purpose of an e-marketing plan?
What is the primary purpose of an e-marketing plan?
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Which option describes the napkin plan?
Which option describes the napkin plan?
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Which strategy is NOT part of Tier 1 e-marketing strategic planning?
Which strategy is NOT part of Tier 1 e-marketing strategic planning?
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What is a measurable aspect of an objective in an e-marketing plan?
What is a measurable aspect of an objective in an e-marketing plan?
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Which of the following is not considered a Tier 2 e-marketing strategy?
Which of the following is not considered a Tier 2 e-marketing strategy?
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In the context of e-marketing strategies, what does CRM stand for?
In the context of e-marketing strategies, what does CRM stand for?
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What is the first step in the seven-step e-marketing plan?
What is the first step in the seven-step e-marketing plan?
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Which of the following is a component of Tier 2 strategies in the e-marketing plan?
Which of the following is a component of Tier 2 strategies in the e-marketing plan?
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Which component of the implementation plan focuses on analyzing relationships and departmental structures?
Which component of the implementation plan focuses on analyzing relationships and departmental structures?
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What metric is essential for demonstrating the effectiveness of intangible marketing goals in driving revenue?
What metric is essential for demonstrating the effectiveness of intangible marketing goals in driving revenue?
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Which tactic is specifically used to collect data for informed decision-making in marketing plans?
Which tactic is specifically used to collect data for informed decision-making in marketing plans?
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Which financial measure indicates the relationship between the profits generated from marketing investments and the cost of those investments?
Which financial measure indicates the relationship between the profits generated from marketing investments and the cost of those investments?
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What is the main purpose of conducting a situation analysis in the e-marketing plan?
What is the main purpose of conducting a situation analysis in the e-marketing plan?
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What is a crucial characteristic of metrics used to evaluate marketing plan success?
What is a crucial characteristic of metrics used to evaluate marketing plan success?
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Which of the following components is essential for defining objectives in an e-marketing plan?
Which of the following components is essential for defining objectives in an e-marketing plan?
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In the context of e-marketing strategies, what does the targeting process involve?
In the context of e-marketing strategies, what does the targeting process involve?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of the tier 2 strategies in the e-marketing plan?
Which of the following is a characteristic of the tier 2 strategies in the e-marketing plan?
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Why might an entrepreneur use the Venture Capital E-Marketing Plan?
Why might an entrepreneur use the Venture Capital E-Marketing Plan?
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Study Notes
E-Marketing Plan Overview
- A roadmap for e-marketing strategy, resource allocation, and decision-making
Types of E-Marketing Plans
- Napkin Plan: Simple, informal plan often used by entrepreneurs
- Venture Capital E-Marketing Plan: Comprehensive plan for businesses seeking funding
Seven-Step E-Marketing Plan
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Step 1: Situation Analysis
- Review company's environment, SWOT analysis, existing marketing plans, and e-business objectives.
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Step 2: E-Marketing Strategic Planning
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Tier 1 strategies:
- Segmentation: Dividing the market into groups with shared characteristics
- Targeting: Selecting specific segments to focus on
- Differentiation: Creating unique selling propositions
- Positioning: How a product is perceived by target customers relative to competitors.
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Tier 1 strategies:
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Step 3: Objectives
- Define tasks, measurable quantities, and timeframes for each objective.
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Step 4: E-Marketing Strategies
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Tier 2 strategies:
- Product Strategies: Developing product features and offerings
- Pricing Strategies: Dynamic pricing and online bidding models
- Distribution Strategies: Direct marketing and agent e-business models
- Marketing Communication Strategies: Targeted messaging and online advertising
- Relationship Management Strategies: Using CRM and PRM software for customer and partner communication.
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Tier 2 strategies:
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Step 5: Implementation Plan
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Tactics to achieve objectives include:
- Marketing mix (4 Ps) tactics
- Relationship management tactics
- Marketing organization tactics (staffing and structure)
- Information-gathering tactics (website analysis, business intelligence, and secondary research)
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Tactics to achieve objectives include:
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Step 6: Budget
- Identify expected returns on marketing investments through:
- Cost/benefit analysis
- ROI calculation
- IRR calculation
- ROMI Calculation
- Identify expected returns on marketing investments through:
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Step 7: Evaluation Plan
- Continuous evaluation and tracking systems to measure results
- Relate metrics to specific plan goals
- Demonstrate ROI for both tangible and intangible goals
- Justify expenditures with accurate and timely metrics
E-Marketing Plan Overview
- A blueprint for developing and implementing an e-marketing strategy.
- Serves as a roadmap for allocating resources, making decisions, and guiding the organization.
E-Marketing Plan Types
- Napkin plan: A quick and informal plan, often used by entrepreneurs.
- Venture Capital E-Marketing Plan: A more comprehensive plan designed for entrepreneurs seeking start-up funding.
Seven-Step E-Marketing Plan
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Step 1: Situation Analysis:
- Review environmental and SWOT analyses
- Analyze the current marketing plan and gather data about the company and its brands.
- Evaluate e-business objectives, strategies, and performance metrics.
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Step 2: E-Marketing Strategic Planning:
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Tier 1 strategies:
- Segmentation: Dividing the market into smaller, more specific groups of consumers.
- Targeting: Selecting specific market segments to focus on.
- Differentiation: Creating unique selling propositions (USPs) to stand out from competitors.
- Positioning: How a product is perceived by target customers relative to competitors.
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Tier 1 strategies:
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Step 3: Objectives:
- Defined by a task, measurable quantity, and timeframe.
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Step 4: E-Marketing Strategies:
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Tier 2 strategies:
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Product strategies:
- Pricing strategies: Dynamic pricing, online bidding.
- Distribution strategies: Direct marketing, agent e-business models.
- Marketing communication strategies:
- Relationship management strategies: Using CRM (customer relationship management) or PRM (partner relationship management) software.
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Product strategies:
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Tier 2 strategies:
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Step 5: Implementation Plan:
- Tactics: Actions taken to achieve plan objectives.
- Marketing mix (4 Ps) tactics:
- Relationship management tactics:
- Marketing organization tactics: Staff, department structure.
- Information-gathering tactics: Website log analysis, business intelligence, secondary research.
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Step 6: Budget:
- Cost/benefit analysis.
- ROI (Return on Investment) calculation.
- Internal rate of return (IRR) calculation.
- ROMI (Return on Marketing Investment) calculation.
- Identify expected returns from marketing investments.
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Step 7: Evaluation Plan:
- Continuous evaluation for success.
- Tracking systems to measure results.
- Metrics tied to specific plan goals.
- Demonstrate how intangible goals lead to higher revenue.
- Justify marketing expenditures with accurate and timely metrics.
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Explore the essentials of e-marketing plans including various types and the seven steps needed for effective strategy development. This quiz covers components like situation analysis, strategic planning, and objective setting to enhance your understanding of e-marketing.