Marketing Strategies and Consumer Insights
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What is the primary goal of Unilever’s Love Beauty and Planet brand?

  • To encourage the use of artificial ingredients
  • To enhance beauty while promoting environmental love (correct)
  • To create the most affordable beauty products
  • To expand its market share rapidly

What does Aerie’s #AerieREAL campaign primarily focus on?

  • Using unretouched images to promote body positivity (correct)
  • Encouraging consumers to follow fashion trends
  • Promoting high fashion and beauty standards
  • Exclusively using edited images in ads

Which of the following options best describes proactive responses to the marketing environment?

  • Ignoring external forces to focus on internal strategies
  • Taking actions to influence the market forces (correct)
  • Responding only to critical complaints from customers
  • Waiting for consumer feedback before making changes

What future marketing approach did Whole Foods Market take to manage the #OrangeGate crisis?

<p>Responding humorously and self-critically on social media (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is gaining customer insights important for companies like Ferrero?

<p>It forms the basis for creating customer value and relationships (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions can be classified as a reactive response to the marketing environment?

<p>Monitoring market forces and making adjustments as necessary (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Ferrero manage marketing information effectively?

<p>By analyzing insights to tailor offerings to local markets (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of empowered consumers in today’s market?

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What is a primary goal of differentiated marketing?

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What defines concentrated marketing?

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Which of the following best describes micromarketing?

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Which marketing strategy involves tailoring products to the preferences of individual customers?

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What is product positioning?

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Which of the following factors should be considered when choosing a targeting strategy?

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What does a positioning map illustrate?

<p>Consumer perceptions of brands versus competitors on relevant dimensions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What advantage does differentiated marketing provide compared to undifferentiated marketing?

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What does high-low pricing primarily utilize to attract customers?

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Which of the following best describes cost-based pricing?

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What is a disadvantage of cost-plus pricing?

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What are fixed costs?

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Break-even pricing is aimed at achieving which of the following?

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What does competition-based pricing primarily rely on?

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Which of the following factors is NOT considered an internal factor affecting pricing decisions?

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What is the primary purpose of benefit segmentation in marketing?

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In which market condition would a company most likely face little to no competition?

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Which segmentation system classifies U.S. households into 71 lifestyle segments?

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What is a critical requirement for effective market segmentation?

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Which of the following is NOT a factor commonly used to segment international markets?

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What does the term 'undifferentiated marketing' refer to?

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What is an example of a variable used specifically for segmenting business markets?

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Which factor does NOT contribute to evaluating market segments?

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Which of the following segment clustering names is associated with Acxiom's Personicx system?

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What is the primary focus of marketing logistics?

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Which type of distribution gives only a limited number of dealers the exclusive right to sell a product?

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What may influence a company when evaluating major alternatives in channel management?

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What is integrated logistics management primarily concerned with?

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What is one of the major logistics functions involved in ensuring efficient distribution?

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Which type of agreements limit a producer's or seller's territory through distribution rights?

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Why is effective supply chain management crucial for companies?

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What is a significant consequence of poor logistics management for companies like GM?

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What is the first step in developing effective marketing communications?

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Which model is referenced for designing the message in marketing communications?

<p>AIDA Model (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Rational appeal in message content focuses on what aspect of the audience?

<p>Self-interest and benefits. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of communication channels carry messages without personal contact?

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Which of the following appeals attempts to evoke a moral obligation in the audience?

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What is an example of personal communication?

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Which factor can significantly influence the impact of a message in marketing communications?

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What is buzz marketing primarily focused on?

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Flashcards

Cause-Related Marketing

A marketing approach where companies align themselves with a cause or issue to appeal to consumers with similar values.

Proactive Marketing

A marketing strategy where companies proactively seek to influence the marketing environment by shaping trends, anticipating change, and adapting to new opportunities.

Reactive Marketing

The practice of companies reacting to changes in the marketing environment by adapting their strategies as needed.

Customer Insight-Driven Marketing

A marketing strategy that focuses on understanding and responding to customer needs and preferences through data analysis and market research.

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Marketing Information Management

The process of gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data about customers, competitors, and the marketplace to inform marketing decisions.

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Market Segmentation

Dividing a market into smaller groups with similar needs, preferences, and buying behaviors.

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Multiple Segmentation

Targeting multiple market segments with different products or marketing messages.

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Segmenting Business Markets

Understanding the unique characteristics of a business market, including how they operate, purchase, and are influenced by external factors.

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Segmenting International Markets

Identifying and targeting groups of consumers with similar needs and buying behaviors, regardless of their location.

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Target Market

A group of buyers who have similar needs that a company decides to serve.

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Undifferentiated Marketing

Marketing strategy that aims to reach the entire market with a single product offering.

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Evaluating Market Segments

Evaluating a market segment's potential based on its size, growth, attractiveness, and alignment with the company's resources and goals.

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Selecting Target Market Segments

The process of choosing which target market segments to focus on.

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Product Differentiation

Creating a unique selling proposition by emphasizing specific product attributes, features, or benefits that set it apart from competition. This caters to the preferences of different customer segments.

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Product Positioning

Establishing a clear and desired mental image of your product in the minds of your target audience. This involves communicating your unique value proposition and how it addresses their needs.

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Positioning Map

A tool used by businesses to analyze the positioning of brands or products in the market. This helps understand consumer perceptions and identify potential gaps and opportunities.

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Concentrated Marketing

A marketing strategy employed by companies to focus their resources on targeting a specific niche or customer segment within a larger market. This allows for deeper market understanding and more effective marketing efforts.

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Micromarketing

A marketing approach where businesses tailor their product offerings and marketing strategies to meet the specific needs and preferences of individual customers. This involves personalizing the experience and providing customized solutions.

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Local Marketing

A type of micromarketing where companies adapt their marketing messages and promotions to suit the needs of specific local customer segments. This involves tailoring marketing efforts based on geographic location and customer demographics.

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Individual Marketing

A type of micromarketing that tailors products and marketing programs to the individual customer preferences. This involves creating customized experiences and providing personalized solutions based on specific needs and desires.

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High-Low Pricing

A pricing strategy that charges higher prices regularly, but offers frequent promotions to temporarily lower prices for certain items. It aims to attract both price-sensitive and value-seeking customers.

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Value-Added Pricing

This method involves adding extra value to a product or service through features, services, or benefits to justify higher prices.

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Cost-Based Pricing

A pricing strategy that sets prices based on the cost of producing, distributing, and selling the product, plus a desired profit margin.

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Fixed Costs

Costs that remain the same regardless of the production or sales level. Examples include rent, utilities, and executive salaries.

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Variable Costs

Costs that fluctuate directly with the production level. Examples include raw materials, packaging, and direct labor.

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Cost-Plus Pricing

A strategy that involves adding a standard markup to the cost of a product, often based on a percentage. It simplifies pricing and ensures profit.

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Break-Even Pricing

Setting a price to cover all costs and reach a desired profit level. This involves calculating a break-even point where revenue equals expenses.

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Competition-Based Pricing

A pricing strategy that considers competitors' strategies, prices, costs, and offerings to set competitive prices for products.

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Exclusive Distribution

The producer grants exclusive rights to a limited number of dealers to distribute its products within specific territories.

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Exclusive Dealing

A seller restricts their dealers from selling competitor products.

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Exclusive Territorial Agreements

The producer or seller limits the geographical area where a dealer can operate.

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Tying Agreements

The seller requires the dealer to purchase a full range of products.

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Marketing Logistics

Planning, implementing, and controlling the physical flow of goods, services, and related information from origins to consumption points to meet customer needs profitably.

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Supply Chain Management

Managing the flow of materials, final goods, and information among suppliers, the company, resellers, and consumers.

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Integrated Logistics Management

Internal and external teamwork to balance customer service with cost-cutting in the distribution process.

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Selecting Channel Members

The selection of the right channel partners to deliver products and services efficiently and effectively.

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Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC)

A method of combining different communication channels to create a consistent and impactful brand message.

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Communication Process

The process of sending and receiving messages between a sender and a receiver.

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Target Audience

Identifying the specific audience you want to reach with your marketing message.

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Communication Objectives

The goals you want to achieve with your marketing communications, such as raising awareness or driving sales.

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Message Design

Designing the content, structure, and format of your message to be effective and attention-grabbing.

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Media Selection

Choosing the channels to send your message, such as television, social media, or email.

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Message Source and Feedback

Identifying the source of your message, such as a celebrity or expert, and obtaining feedback from your audience.

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Opinion Leaders

Influencers who have a strong following and whose opinions are valued by others.

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