Marketing Strategies Chapter 2

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Which of the following is NOT a component of a SWOT analysis?

  • Weaknesses
  • Strengths
  • Positioning (correct)
  • Opportunities

What does "STP" stand for in the context of market analysis?

  • Strategic Targeting and Positioning
  • Segmentation, Targeting, and Positioning (correct)
  • Strategic Trading and Pricing
  • Segmentation, Technology, and Pricing

Which of the following is NOT a strength for a company, according to the provided text?

  • Strong brand recognition
  • Superior resources and capabilities
  • Superior product offerings
  • Lack of financial resources (correct)

Which of these is NOT an example of an external threat to a business?

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In the context of the provided text, which of these is considered an opportunity for Hertz?

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What does the example of Hertz's market segmentation suggest?

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Which of these is NOT a strength that Hertz mentions in the text?

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What does the concept of segmentation refer to in marketing?

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What is the primary focus of Operational Excellence?

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What does the text suggest about the importance of competitive analysis?

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Which of these is NOT a major area of focus when developing customer value?

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What is a key characteristic of Product Excellence?

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What is the role of a marketing strategy in shaping a firm's success?

<p>A marketing strategy guides decision-making by identifying the target market and outlining how the firm will build a sustainable competitive advantage. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key takeaway from the provided text regarding business strategy?

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How does the concept of 'Multiple Sources of Advantage' relate to customer value?

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What is a crucial aspect of developing a sustainable competitive advantage?

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How does the marketing mix contribute to achieving a sustainable competitive advantage?

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Why is 'Locational Excellence' important for businesses?

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What is the primary goal of Customer Excellence?

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How does PepsiCo demonstrate a focus on sustainable competitive advantage?

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What is a sustainable competitive advantage's main benefit for a firm?

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Which is NOT a strategy associated with Customer Excellence?

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Which of the following factors is NOT directly related to achieving a sustainable competitive advantage?

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What is implied by the following statement: 'Good service = Good value'?

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Which of these options accurately describes the concept of a sustainable competitive advantage?

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What is the primary benefit of PepsiCo's focus on sustainable sourcing for its products?

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Based on "Tim Hortons" mission statement, what is the key value they emphasize?

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Which of the following is NOT directly mentioned as a key objective in the "Heart and Stroke Foundation" mission statement?

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Based on the provided content, what is the primary function of defining a business mission?

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What common element is shared between the "Tim Hortons" and "Heart and Stroke Foundation" mission statements?

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What term describes a group of consumers who respond similarly to a firm's marketing efforts?

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What is the main purpose of using marketing metrics?

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How does Dyson primarily create value through its products?

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What aspect does Price contribute to in the marketing mix?

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Which metric would be hardest to pinpoint for evaluating marketing performance?

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In the context of promotional strategies, which of the following mediums is NOT typically used to communicate value propositions?

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What is a crucial factor for effective place and value delivery in marketing?

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What aspect signifies that strategic planning is often non-linear?

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What is a key component in place and value delivery for consumers?

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Which of the following is NOT recognized as a marketing growth strategy?

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Market development strategy focuses on introducing existing marketing offerings to which type of segments?

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What does a diversification strategy aim to achieve?

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Which statement best describes market penetration as a strategy?

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In product development, what is the primary focus?

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Which is a characteristic exclusive to a diversification strategy?

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What is the goal of the market penetration strategy during a sale?

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Flashcards

Marketing Strategy

A plan identifying a firm's target market and related marketing mix to gain a competitive edge.

Elements of a Marketing Plan

Key components outlining the marketing strategy, objectives, actions, and evaluation methods.

SWOT Analysis

A tool to analyze Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats related to a business.

Target Market

The specific group of consumers a firm aims to reach with its marketing efforts.

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Marketing Mix

The combination of four elements (product, price, place, promotion) to satisfy consumers.

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Sustainable Competitive Advantage

An advantage a firm can maintain over competitors, making it difficult to replicate.

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Customer Value

The satisfaction a customer perceives from a product compared to its cost.

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Business Growth Strategies

Approaches firms use to expand their market presence and increase profitability.

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Objectives and Scope

Broad description of a firm's objectives and activities.

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Marketing Performance Tool

Instrument used to evaluate the success of marketing efforts.

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Competitive Advantage

Unique skills a firm consistently performs better than competitors.

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Competitive Analysis Document

Written analysis of competitors' strengths, weaknesses, and your advantages.

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Customer Excellence

Strategy focused on retaining loyal customers and offering outstanding service.

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Operational Excellence

Efficient operations and strong supplier relations for greater effectiveness.

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Product Excellence

High perceived value through effective branding and positioning.

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Locational Excellence

The importance of strategic locations in retail success.

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Place and Value Delivery Key

Providing consumers with merchandise they want at the right time.

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Marketing Growth Strategy

Methods aimed at increasing market share and profitability.

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Market Penetration

Selling more of existing products to current customers.

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Market Development

Introducing existing products to new market segments.

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Product Development

Creating new products for current target markets.

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Diversification Strategy

Introducing new products to new market segments.

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Sequential Planning

A step-by-step approach in marketing strategy implementation.

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Non-Growth Marketing Strategy

An approach that does not aim at increasing market size or share.

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Strengths

Internal characteristics that give a company an advantage over competitors.

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Weaknesses

Internal factors that place a company at a disadvantage compared to competitors.

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Opportunities

External factors that a company can exploit to its advantage.

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Threats

External challenges that could harm the business's performance.

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Segmentation

The process of dividing a market into distinct groups with common needs or characteristics.

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Targeting

Selecting the segments to serve and focusing marketing efforts on those groups.

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Positioning

Creating a distinct image of a product in the minds of target consumers.

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Hertz Segmentation

Example of segmenting a market into different customer types like single thrill-seekers and business customers.

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CDSTEP

An acronym for external factors: Cultural, Demographic, Social, Technological, Economic, and Political.

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Mission Statement

A declaration of the purpose and core values of a business or organization.

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Value-Based Strategies

Plans that prioritize customer needs and satisfaction to build loyalty.

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Operational Efficiency

The capability to deliver products/services effectively while reducing costs.

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Brand Positioning

How a brand is perceived in the minds of customers relative to competitors.

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Market segment

A group of consumers who respond similarly to marketing efforts.

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Value proposition

The promise of value to be delivered to customers.

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Marketing metrics

Tools used to evaluate the effectiveness of marketing activities.

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BCG Matrix

A framework for portfolio analysis based on market growth and market share.

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Study Notes

Chapter 2: Developing Marketing Strategies and a Marketing Plan

  • The chapter focuses on developing marketing strategies and a marketing plan, covering learning objectives, opportunities, marketing strategy, and sustainable competitive advantage.
  • Key learning objectives include defining marketing strategy, describing marketing plan elements, analyzing situations using SWOT analysis, explaining firm consumer group choices, outlining marketing mix implementation, and describing business growth.
  • PepsiCo is presented as an example, finding opportunities in growing consumer demand for health options and using smaller packages for calorie/sodium reduction and sustainable sourcing.
  • A marketing strategy identifies a firm's target market(s); a related marketing mix (the four Ps); and bases for building a sustainable competitive advantage.
  • Sustainable competitive advantage examples include robust brand, innovative capabilities, an extensive distribution network, and loyal customers.
  • A test question on sustainable competitive advantage highlights understanding as a firm's ability to maintain a consistent advantage over its competitors.

Customer Value

  • Customer value is a composite of several factors, including operational excellence, product excellence, locational excellence, and customer excellence.
  • Customer excellence focuses on retaining loyal customers and providing outstanding service.
  • Operational excellence centers on efficient operations, strong supplier relationships, and excellent supply chain management.
  • Product excellence emphasizes high perceived value and effective branding and positioning.
  • Locational excellence involves a good physical location and/or strong online presence.

Developing a Marketing Plan

  • A five-step process for developing a marketing plan is presented:
    • Step 1: Define the business mission and objectives. Examples are provided (Tim Hortons and the Heart and Stroke Foundation).
    • Step 2: Conduct a situation analysis using a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) analysis.
    • Step 3: Identify and evaluate opportunities using the STP process (Segmentation, Targeting, and Positioning).
    • Step 4: Implement the marketing mix (Product, Price, Place, and Promotion).
    • Step 5: Evaluate performance using marketing metrics.
  • The text emphasizes that strategic planning isn't necessarily sequential and that environmental forces can often necessitate adjustments to the plan.

Growth Strategies

  • There are four primary growth strategies:
    • Market penetration focusing on existing markets with existing products.
    • Product development focusing on new products in existing markets.
    • Market development focusing on existing products in new markets, this can be domestic or international.
    • Diversification focusing on new products and new markets.

Portfolio Analysis

  • The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Matrix categorizes business units into four categories (Stars, Cash Cows, Question Marks, and Dogs), based on market growth rate and relative market share; it's a model that helps analyze business performance.

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