Answered: Marketing Mix choose a product that…

Principles Of Marketing

17th Edition

ISBN:9780134492513

Author:Kotler, Philip, Armstrong, Gary (gary M.)

Publisher:Kotler, Philip, Armstrong, Gary (gary M.)

Chapter1: Marketing: Creating Customer Value And Engagement

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1.1DQ

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Marketing Mix choose a product that you have purchased recently. Research and investigate this product on the Internet and in the marketplace. Evaluate the marketing mix (product strategy, pricing strategy, distribution strategy, and promotion strategy) used by the manufacturer of this product. At a minimum, consider the following questions in your investigation: Product Strategy * In what category of consumer products (convenience, shopping, or specialty) does this product fall? Why? * At what stage is this product in the product life cycle (introductory, growth, maturity, decline)? Why? * What role, if any, did branding (brand name, symbol, slogan, etc.) play in your selection of this product? Why? * What role, if any, did packaging play in your selection of this product? Why? * Evaluate the quality of the product in terms of quality level and product consistency.

Expert Solution

Step 1

The chosen product is the Uni Ballpoint pen.

Product Strategy

It is a convenient item since it is bought quickly and without much consideration of alternatives. Convenience goods are frequently inexpensive, undifferentiated from competing goods, and placed in places where people can easily purchase them. The products are positioned in handy locations, are easily accessible, and demand extensive advertising.