Questions and Answers
What is the first facet of marketing?
Philosophy, attitude, perspective, or a management orientation that stresses customer satisfaction.
What is the second facet of marketing?
Organization function and a set of processes used to implement this philosophy.
Define marketing.
The activity, set of institutions, and processes for creating, communicating, delivering and exchanging offerings that have value for customers.
What are the three strategies used by marketing to provide customers with desired goods?
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Which of the following is an example of a stakeholder partner in marketing? (Select all that apply)
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What does 'exchange' refer to in marketing?
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What is the first facet of marketing?
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What is the role of the second facet of marketing?
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What is the definition of marketing?
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Marketing strategies include communication, distribution, and ________.
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What are examples of stakeholder partners in marketing?
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What does 'exchange' mean in marketing?
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An exchange will always take place when all 5 conditions are met.
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What are the five conditions that must exist for exchange to happen?
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What is the primary focus of production orientation?
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What is a fundamental problem with sales orientation?
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What does market orientation entail?
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What characterizes the marketing concept?
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The internet has shifted power away from manufacturers and retailers to ________ and ________ users.
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What is customer satisfaction?
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Match the following marketing orientations with their definitions:
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What do CRM systems aim to optimize?
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What are the 4 P's of marketing?
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Sales-oriented firms prioritize long-term customer relationships.
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What does corporate social responsibility (CSR) measure?
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Study Notes
Overview of Marketing Concepts
- Marketing Defined: Encompasses activities, institutions, and processes for creating, communicating, delivering, and exchanging valuable offerings for customers and society.
- Facets of Marketing: Consists of principles emphasizing customer satisfaction and practical processes to implement those principles.
Marketing Strategies and Stakeholders
- Core Strategies: Communication, distribution, and pricing guide how marketing fulfills customer desires for goods, services, and values.
- Stakeholders: Includes employees, suppliers, stockholders, and distributors in the marketing ecosystem.
Exchange and Market Conditions
- Exchange Concept: Involves parties giving up something to receive what they desire; not all exchanges occur even if conditions are met.
- Conditions for Exchange: Requires at least two parties, mutual value, ability to communicate, freedom to accept/reject, and belief in mutual suitability.
Marketing Orientations
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Types of Orientations:
- Production Orientation: Focuses on firm capabilities rather than market needs; often fails in competitive markets.
- Sales Orientation: Relies on aggressive sales techniques; can overlook customer needs which may limit effectiveness.
- Market Orientation: Views sales as outcomes of customer decisions rather than just activity; prioritizes customer satisfaction.
- Societal Marketing Orientation: Acknowledges that organizations should cater to societal interests alongside customer needs.
Customer Value and Satisfaction
- Customer Value: Defined as the relationship between benefits received and sacrifices made; crucial for building long-term relationships.
- Customer Satisfaction: Evaluation of how well a product or service meets customer expectations.
Relationship Marketing
- Focus: Aims to enhance relationships with current customers for long-term engagement.
- Key Components: Involves customer-oriented personnel, training, empowered employees, and teamwork to ensure effective relationship management.
Customer-Centric Strategies
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM): A strategy focused on optimizing organizational profitability by concentrating on defined customer segments.
- On-Demand Marketing: Tailored experiences that respond to technological advancements and consumer expectations throughout the buying process.
Marketing Mix
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Four P's:
- Product: Ensures offerings meet customer demands.
- Placement: Determining effective distribution channels.
- Pricing: Establishing pricing that reflects perceived benefits.
- Promotion: Developing strategies to raise product awareness and interest.
Organizational Focus and Goals
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Sales-Oriented vs. Market-Oriented Firms:
- Sales-oriented firms often prioritize revenue volume over relationship building; may miss customer-specific needs.
- Market-oriented firms target specific customer segments, fostering product innovation and adaptation to changing customer preferences.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
- Importance: Highlights a company's role in benefiting society, crucial for improving public perception, especially for firms with negative connotations.
Challenges in Market Orientation
- Dynamic Customer Expectations: Rapidly changing and can sometimes be unrealistic, posing challenges for firms in managing relationships and fulfilling needs.
Summary of Marketing Importance
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Reasons to Study Marketing:
- Plays a crucial role in society and business.
- Represents vast career opportunities.
- Everybody participates in marketing activities in daily life.
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Test your understanding of the key concepts in marketing with these flashcards from Chapter 1. Learn about the philosophy, functions, and fundamental definitions that form the basis of marketing. This quiz is perfect for beginners looking to solidify their knowledge of marketing principles.
