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Brand Protection

It's important to protect your products from people copying them without your permission (counterfeiting) and branding them like your products. Counterfeit products:

Affect profits as consumers buy them instead of your (genuine) product
Can damage the firm's reputation as counterfeit products are often of inferior quality
May injure consumers because they won't have undergone safety checks.
Brand protection involves preventing unauthorised use of the brand and preventing any activity which could harm the brand's reputation.

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Brand Strategy

Continuing our theme on the marketing mix and product strategies we continue are discussion on brand strategies.

How do you name a product? This is not an easy decision as the name is likely to affect the success of the product. Depending on how established an organisation is, there are a number of ways to brand a product. As with all good marketing strategy the chances of an effective product name will be increased if the product name reflects the results of research into the market place in w hich it will be sold.

Brand Names We explain different branding strategies including multi-branding, family name branding, combined branding, individual name branding and Co-Branding

Branding Strategies

Another important product decision is branding. A firm must have a strategy for their brand and the article will look at these strategies in more detail.

In the book Principles of Marketing (Philip Kotler/Gary Amstrong) a brand is defined as a "name, term, sign symbol (or a combination of these) that identifies the maker or seller of the product".

Brand Definitions And Branding Strategies A brand is the firm's identity, the brand helps the organisation differentiate itself from its competitors. This article explains brand strategy, benefits of branding and defines the terms brand and brand equity.

Packaging Strategies

Continuing our marketing mix theme, we look at Packaging Strategies today.

Another important part of a companies product strategy is packaging. It is important to have a thoroughly thought out packaging strategy. You can read more about this by clicking the link below.

Packaging Strategies Product packaging is an important part of the product decision making process. It has 6 essential functions

Product Strategies

The first 'P' of the marketing mix, is product. This article looks at product decisions that need to be make when launching a product.

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Everything Marketing Mix.

Let's do some posts on the marketing mix. We will learn everything about the marketing mix over the next few weeks. Tune into these posts to learn more.
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Media Selection. How do you go about selecting your media for an advertising campaign? There certain key indicators that need to be considered if you want to maximize the reach of your campaign. Learn more my reading this article. Thank you all for your time. It is much appreciated.

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Media Selection To give your communications maximum effect it's important to select the right media. Here's how to do it

Influencer marketing begins by identifying people who can influence the behaviour of your target audience. Influencers are not "traditional celebrities" but usually people who have gained fame through social media platforms.

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📢 Excited to share an insightful article discussing the pivotal role of advertising agencies in today's dynamic business landscape. As we delve into the intricate workings of marketing strategies, it's crucial to understand the indispensable role that these agencies play in shaping brand identities and driving business growth. From crafting compelling ad campaigns to conducting market research, advertising agencies serve as the linchpin between brands and consumers, bridging the gap with creativity and strategic expertise.

In this article, we explore how advertising agencies navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape, harnessing the power of social media, data analytics, and innovative technologies to reach target audiences effectively. Join us as we unravel the complexities of modern advertising and discover the strategic prowess behind successful campaigns.

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Advertising Agencies This article explains the role of advertising agencies, what advertising agencies do and how to select one for your business.

Product Life Cycle

All products have a life span. They go through four stages of their life cycle. This article looks at this in more detail.

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Exploring the right pricing strategy for your business is key to success! 💲 Whether you're considering value-based, cost-plus, or dynamic pricing, it's essential to understand your market and customer needs. 📊 Don't forget to analyze competition and customer feedback to make informed decisions. 🧐 💼📈💰

Price And Pricing Strategies Marketing Mix Price (an essential part of the marketing mix), can use a number of pricing strategies including pe*******on pricing, skimming pricing, competition pricing, premium pricing and psychological pricing

"🚀 Unlocking Success with Product Strategies 📈

In today's fast-paced market, the right product strategy can make all the difference. From market research to user-centered design, it's essential to create products that solve real problems and deliver value. Stay agile, iterate, and focus on user feedback for continuous improvement. 🛠️💡 What's your go-to product strategy tip? Share in the comments! "

Product Strategies Marketing Mix Product is one of the four elements that make up the Marketing Mix, also known as the 4Ps. Firms need to consider many product decisions including product design, product features, product quality, product branding, target market and product positioning

📢 Exploring the Marketing Mix! 🤝📊

The marketing mix, also known as the 4Ps (Product, Price, Place, Promotion), is the essential foundation of any successful marketing strategy. Let's break it down:

1️⃣ Product: It's all about what you offer. Your product or service needs to meet customer needs and deliver value.

2️⃣ Price: Finding the right balance between profitability and affordability is key. Price your offerings to match the perceived value.

3️⃣ Place: Choose the right distribution channels to make your product accessible to your target audience. Convenience is everything.

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4️⃣ Promotion: Get the word out! Effective promotion through advertising, PR, and social media can help create awareness and desire.

Remember, a well-balanced marketing mix can work wonders for your business. It's like a recipe for success! 🚀💼

Got any tips or success stories related to the marketing mix? Share them below! 👇

Marketing Mix And The 4Ps Lesson The marketing mix is the perfect mix of attributes needed to market effectively, it is sometimes called the 4Ps as it is made up of product, price, place and promotion This page will help you learn about the marketing mix and provides an optional marketing mix lesson for you to complete.

Hey there, marketing mavens! Today, let's talk about mystery shoppers. No, they're not superheroes with hidden identities (although that would be pretty cool). Mystery shoppers are everyday people who pose as regular customers to evaluate the quality of service and products at a business.

But why do we need mystery shoppers, you ask? Well, let's face it, sometimes businesses can get a little too comfortable and slack off on their customer service game. Mystery shoppers help keep them on their toes and ensure that they're providing the best possible experience for their customers.

Plus, who doesn't love a little bit of mystery in their life? It's like being a spy, but instead of fighting international crime syndicates, you're just checking out if the local burger joint has their ketchup game on point.

So, if you ever get the chance to be a mystery shopper, embrace the role and have fun with it! And if you're a business owner, remember that mystery shoppers are here to help you level up your game. Happy shopping, folks!

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Influencer Marketing

iInfluencer marketing begins by identifying people who can influence the behaviour of your target audience. Influencers are not "traditional celebrities" but usually people who have gained fame through social media platforms such as Instagram, Tik Tok and Facebook.

Hello everyone,

Today I want to share with you an article on the topic of international marketing. As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, it is more important than ever for businesses to have a solid understanding of how to market their products or services to a global audience.

In this article, we will explore the key strategies and tactics that businesses can use to successfully market their offerings in different countries and cultures. From understanding cultural differences and adapting messaging accordingly, to navigating different legal and regulatory environments, there are many factors to consider when expanding into new markets.

As a business lecturer, I often stress the importance of having a strong foundation in marketing principles, and the principles of international marketing are no different. Whether you are a seasoned marketer or just starting out, this article is a valuable resource for anyone looking to take their marketing efforts to the global stage.

I encourage you to read the article and share your thoughts in the comments below. Let's continue the conversation on international marketing and how businesses can succeed in today's global marketplace.

Hey guys, today I wanted to talk about a really important concept in business strategy: Porter's Five Forces model. It's a framework that can help you analyze the competitive forces in your industry and make better strategic decisions.

Here's a quick overview of the five forces:

Threat of new entrants: how easy or difficult it is for new competitors to enter the market
Bargaining power of suppliers: how much power your suppliers have over your business
Bargaining power of buyers: how much power your customers have over your business
Threat of substitutes: how easy it is for customers to switch to a different product or service
Rivalry among existing competitors: how intense the competition is in your industry
Let's take a look at a recent example to illustrate how this works. The video streaming industry has become highly competitive in recent years, with the emergence of new players like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+.

When we apply the five forces model to this industry, we can see that the threat of new entrants is relatively low, as it requires a significant investment in content creation and infrastructure. The bargaining power of suppliers is moderate, as the streaming platforms rely on licensing agreements with studios and production companies. The bargaining power of buyers is high, as customers have a wide range of choices and can easily switch between platforms. The threat of substitutes is also high, as traditional TV and movie theaters remain viable options for entertainment. Finally, the rivalry among existing competitors is intense, with each platform vying for exclusive content and pricing strategies.
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Porter's Five Forces Model Porter's five forces model enables firms to analyse an industry when they are planning on entering it or planning how to improve business performance

Ambush Marketing

Attention all Facebook users! Have you ever heard of Ambush Marketing? If not, you may want to listen up, because this sneaky marketing tactic has been making headlines lately.

Ambush Marketing is a strategy where a brand tries to associate themselves with a major event without being an official sponsor. It's a way for companies to piggyback off the hype surrounding an event without actually paying for the rights to be a sponsor.

One recent example of Ambush Marketing came during the 2018 World Cup. Nike, who was not an official sponsor of the tournament, released an advertisement featuring some of the world's top soccer stars. The ad was timed to coincide with the start of the tournament and was strategically placed on social media platforms to reach a global audience.

Another notable example of Ambush Marketing occurred during the 2012 London Olympics. Subway, a fast-food chain, used the slogan "So much for the £5 footlong" in an advertisement featuring British athlete Mark Phelps. The advertisement played off the fact that McDonald's, an official Olympic sponsor, was selling their Big Macs for £3.99.

While Ambush Marketing can be a clever way for companies to get exposure without paying the hefty fees associated with official sponsorships, it can also be seen as unethical by some. Official sponsors invest a lot of money into major events and Ambush Marketing can be seen as taking advantage of that investment.

So next time you see a company trying to associate themselves with a major event without being an official sponsor, you'll know that they're engaging in Ambush Marketing. As a consumer, it's up to you to decide whether or not you support this type of marketing tactic.

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Ambush Marketing This article defines ambush marketing and provides useful ambush marketing examples and diagrams

Attention students! As we dive deeper into strategic management, it's important to familiarize ourselves with the Ansoff Matrix. This model helps organizations identify potential growth opportunities by analyzing their product and market options. The matrix includes four options: market pe*******on, product development, market development, and diversification. By analyzing these options and their associated risks, companies can make informed decisions on how to grow their business. Make sure to study and understand this important tool! "

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"Hey friends! Are you a business owner looking to boost your sales? Or perhaps you're a marketer looking to improve your company's pricing strategy? If so, check out this comprehensive guide on pricing strategies that can help increase your revenue! From pe*******on pricing to skimming, learn about the different tactics you can use to make your products more attractive to customers. Click the link below to read more! "

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Hey everyone! Just wanted to remind you about the importance of the marketing mix when it comes to promoting your business or product. The marketing mix is the combination of elements that a company uses to promote its product or service to customers. It includes the four Ps: product, price, promotion, and place. Each of these elements plays a crucial role in the success of your marketing efforts, so it's important to carefully consider each one. By effectively utilizing the marketing mix, you can effectively reach and engage with your target audience, leading to increased sales and customer loyalty.

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Sampling Methods

Before an organisation conducts primary research it needs to pick a list of people/organisations to interview. You can not interview the whole population; that would be expensive and probably impossible. Instead if you want to conduct research which involves interviewing people, you will need to select a group of people to interview. There are a number of ways to select the sample of people to be interviewed; this article covers probability sampling and non-probability sampling.

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Market Research and Questionnaire Design

When designing a questionnaire, you firstly need to think about the objectives of the questionnaire. What is it you hope to discover through using a questionnaire? Next step is to think about the types of questions. This article explains the different type of questions that could be used.

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Primary Research

Primary research is research collected directly from the research subject/area, by the researcher. It usually involves the researcher going into the market place (field) to find the information they are looking for. If the researcher does not go into the field they may send or place something into the field to record information for them.

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Market Research and Limitations

Every organisations needs to conduct research to best understand what the consumer wants and needs. However, limitations of this research must be considered. This article talks about exactly that.

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Research is the most important thing a business can do. Failure to undertake research could lead to product or service failure.

Lets look at Market Research and the difference between this and marketing research.

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What is marketing? Back to basics, lets talk about what marketing is about?

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Once a firm has decided to enter Green Marketing one of the next steps is to carry out Green Segmentation. Green segmentation involves splitting the market based on a consumer's level of concern about environmental issues and the actions they take to deal with those concerns.

As consumers become more aware of green issues and adapt their buying patterns, a number of green consumer segments have emerged. Experian, a credit agency has identified four key green segments.

Captive Pricing.

Ever Purchased a printer then almost fell down when you see the cost of replacement cartridges? Welcome to Captive Pricing.

Marketing Planning : Objectives, Strategy and Plans

The words strategy and planning are often used interchangeably in the world of marketing and business; this can be confusing. A simple way to explain the difference between the two is to use an example. Our example is about the business plans and strategy of two cereal companies; Company A and Company B.

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