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please refer the below case link and solve the questons https://www.scribd.com/document/360480894/Caso-The-Rise-and-Fall-of-BlackBerry Porter’s 5 forces modelfactors 1. Bargaining Power with respect to New Entrants•Economies of Scale•Product Differentiation•Capital Requirements•Switching Costs•Access to Distribution Channels•Cost Disadvantages independent of Scale•Government Policy 2.Threat of New Substitutes•Availability of substitutesthat can perform same or similar functions•Potential returns of an industry in terms of profits•Ability of the company to charge higher prices 3.Bargaining Power vis-à-vis Competition: •Numerous or few equally balanced competitors•Slow industrial growth•High fixed or storage costs•Lack of product differentiation•Industry Capacity•Diversecompetitors•High strategic stakes 4.Bargaining power of Buyers (Customers)•Availability of Choice to Buyers•Large number of customers•Product is very important to customer•Dependency on distributors•Buyer information…

Discuss the following areas focusing only on factors that will have significant impact on MERCURY DRUG CORPORATION     1. Social, Cultural & Demographic Focus  2. Technological Focus  3. Environmental Focus  4. Legal Forces   Note: Discuss thoroughly and translate the identified PESTEL factors in terms of how relevant these factors are for the company and identify and correlate the same for possible opportunities that may affect the following:  • Market Demand and Opportunities  • Types of products and services offered  • Intensity of Competition  • Supplier and Distribution  • Costs of Doing Business  • Other aspects of the Business

Colgate “Kitchen Entrees” FAILED WHEN IT WAS INTRODUCED INTO THE MARKET. PRESENT A REPORT ON WHY IT FAILED

By implementing relationship marketing tactics and approaches, Switch can demonstrate to their stakeholders that they care for existing customers as much as new ones, and that long‐term customer satisfaction is their business’s main objective. Evaluate whether Switch have applied the focus areas of relationship marketing, by comprehensively discussing the following elements: Individual customer approach Customer knowledge

Ethics Some critics of marketing have suggested that market segmentation and target marketing lead to an unnecessary proliferation of product choices that wastes valuable resources. These critics sug- gest that if marketers didn't create so many differ- ent product choices, there would be more resources to feed the hungry and house the homeless and provide for the needs of people around the globe. Are the results of segmentation and target market- ing harmful or beneficial to society as a whole? Should firms be concerned about these criticisms? Why or why not?

5. Direct-to-consumer businesses have had mixed success. That is, while the model has succeeded in some categories, it has not worked in others. Can you identify reasons why? Which product categories may be more suited for direct-to-consumer business model?

which of the following is closest to reality 1) Both relationship and transactional marketing are optimal in the short run 2) Transaction marketing is optimal in the short run, while relationship marketing is optimal in the long run 3) Transaction marketing is optimal in the long run, while relationship marketing is optimal in the short run 4) None of the listed options 5) Both relationship and transactional marketing are optimal in the long run

Explain in eazy. Your are  an owner of a sneaker shoes brand. What would be your marketing plans and customer driven strategies to penetrate in the competitive market keeping in mind your target market and  What would be your plan for a new offering to create value and built customer relationships in this COVID-19 pandemic?

Salvatore Ferragamo, is based in Florence, Italy. It is one of the world’s leading fashion brands. Furruccio, president of the company and chairman of the board noted that ‘emerging markets represent important opportunities for luxury goods such as Salvatore Ferragamo’.   Ferragamo and many other companies in the luxury industry face challenges as consumer habits change. Historically, the luxury shopper was brand loyal, now they are losing sales as many shoppers pursue the ‘next big thing’ via online retail channels. Ferragamo recently introduced a new shoe line called Ferragamo WORLD, that utilizes eco- friendly production process and the CEOFurruccio Ferragamo, vision and focus is to re- introduce the brand to emerging markets, with a combination of style, creativity and innovation with the brand’s quality. appeal in an effort to boost sales. The CEO has contacted you as a team of international Marketing consultants to design a NEW global marketing program that is aligned with his…

4 strategies that Tropical Leisure can implement in the short-term to profitably increase sales and regain market share given its current production and financial constraints. Four approaches to rise the short period profitability of the business: Approach 1: Enhances the cross-sell & up-sell moderately than increasing the worth of the product•Approach 2: Implementing loyalty programs to attract the customers/distributors to buy again from the company.•Approach 3: Running Fear of missing out on campaigns to create the demand•Approach 4: Having dealt with the financial institutions to clear the debt and to make sure the financial operations are running smoothly. For each of the strategies that you have outlined suggest how Mr. Grant mightproceed to evaluate these strategies.

Consider the Scenario below: A national property/casualty insurer distributes its personal and small commercial productsthrough independent agents. A study was conducted as a part of reevaluation of its strategies,designed to determine:• Whether its market share might be increased by direct marketing to some households.• Whether doing so would conflict with agent activities.• Marketing themes and product features that could be used to differentiate it indifferent market segments.• The potential profitability of different segments.Attitudinal, behavioral, and demographic data were gathered using a mail panel survey of2000 U.S. households that own auto insurance. Geodemographic and credit informationsupplemented the survey responses.Segments Identified: The study identified five segments, each making up 17% to 22% of themarket.• "Non-Traditionals" were most interested in using the Internet and/or buying insuranceat work.• Direct Buyers were more interested than others were in buying via…

Keeya group of industries is a biscuit making company that is expanding by increasing its products visibility. The company has hired a Marketing Manager who will be primarily responsible to help Keeya market on various online and off line platforms and improve its brand name. You have been assigned the responsibility to identify the important knowledge, skills and abilities that this marketing manager should have. Explain which level of TNA would be suitable in the current situation and how would you go about doing it.

For each of these products—chocolate bars and cereals—describe how marketers can apply their knowledge of the differential threshold to packaging, pricing, and promotional claims during periods of (a) rising ingredient and materials costs and (b) increasing competition.

As a marketing team at your company, you have been given the opportunity to attend two virtual seminars with experts commenting on how COV19 has shaped the future of customer relationship management and sales and marketing. Your team has been asked to highlight at least four key points from these virtual seminars that can support sales, marketing and customer relationship management for the arm of their retail banking unit based in the Caribbean, along with three strategies to build client relationships and revenue over the next 2-3 years

COMPANY Case Target: From "Expect More" to "Pay Less" slowdown, posting quarterly increases in same-store sales of dose to 5 percent along with substantial jumps in profits. When you hear the term discount retail, two names that usually come to mind: Walmart and Target. The two have been compared so much that the press rarely covers one without at least mention- ing the other. The reasons for the comparison are fairly obvious. These corporations are two of the largest discount retailers in the United States. Category for category, they offer very similar mer- chandise. They tend to build their stores in close proximity to one another, even facing each other across major boulevards. But even with such strong similarities, ask consumers if there's a difference between the two, and they won't even hesitate. Walmart is all about low prices; Target is about style and fashion. The "cheap chic" label applied by consumers and the media over the years per- fectly captures the Íong-standing…

Topic : Principle of Marketing  Please read and answer thoroughly with clear and appropriate examples to illustrate as well as provide accurate information that is not shared wth other students so we dont have the same thing, please Each product will have a life cycle. Briefly explain each step in the Product Life Cycle (PLC), describing possible challenges and strategies which may be employed to sustain the sales and profitability of the product. Use appropriate examples to illustrate.

For each of the following sources of market failure:public goods, private goods, merit goods , demerit goods, imperfect information andexternalities. i) Briefly define each ii Outline key characteristics of public goods and private goodsiii) Give TWO example of demerit goods and positive externalities

Examine a scenario where the head of sales for a luxury automotive brand is stepping into a new market renowned for its discerning and affluent clientele. This market is teeming with well-established competitors, each offering a diverse array of high-end vehicles and bespoke services. The head of sales is confronted with a formidable challenge: to craft a nuanced personal selling strategy that not only distinguishes their brand from competitors but also cultivates enduring relationships with potential buyers. In this fiercely competitive environment, how can the head of sales leverage the power of data analytics, sophisticated CRM systems, and cutting-edge technology to tailor the sales process according to individual preferences and lifestyle choices?

1. What methods does Jones Soda use to market its product? 2. How do these marketing methods help the company compete against the market giants? 3. Write a brief critique of the Jones Soda Web site and comment on its effectiveness as a marketing tool.

Apply the 4 P's of marketing to the sport product or service selected (Indian Cricket Team)    Address the following items in this section of the assignment: Product: Explain the sport product or service to be marketed. Price: Identify the cost of the sport product or service as compared to its competition. Place: Describe how the product or service will be distributed to consumers. Promotion: Recommend how you will make consumers aware of the product or service.

Marketing Strategies: Research how DeBeers' positioned themselves through advertising, brand messaging, and promotional tactics. Marketing Segmentation: Identify and describe the market segments DeBeers targets, and how it meets (or creates!) various consumer needs. Explain who DeBeers targeted consumer is and why. Competitive Advantage: Analyze what gives DeBeers its edge, such as brand equity, market control, and exclusive partnerships. Explain how it differentiates itself from competitors and its unique value proposition. Global Impact: Assess DeBeers' influence on the global diamond market, including international strategies and regional adaptations.

Describe the Proton Motors marketing concept and principles. Discuss why – the understanding and execution of this concept - is the most important underlying principles of Competitive Advantage in conducting the business for Proton Motors Corporation in this time and age.