...Case Study The information in the Case Study is used each week when writing the individual sections of the Marketing Communications Plan. One of your neighbors has just inherited a restaurant in a small town about 75 miles away. They’ve never owned or operated a business before, and know very little about marketing or the restaurant business. They now have a Marketing Plan, but need help with the Marketing Communications Plan. General Restaurant Information Provided by Your Neighbors: 1. They want to keep the “family’s” restaurant as a legacy to their family members who left it to them. However, they will need to make money immediately in order to replace the income they lost when they quit their jobs to run the restaurant. 2. The restaurant has been losing sales/profits over the past few years. Family members have had some health issues (and have since passed away) and have not had the time to manage the restaurant effectively. For the past few months, the Chef and some of the servers have been keeping the restaurant open. 3. The restaurant has a good reputation in the small community. The town has a population of 6,000 people. It is in a good location (right off an interstate) and does additional sales catering to local businesses in the area. Over-the-road semi-drivers say it is the best cup of coffee in town and town’s people know that you can always find the local sheriff and highway patrol officers eating there. People are allowed to smoke at their...
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...Marketing Case Studies Innovative and creative marketing is more important than even in a shaky economic climate. Here's some of the best strategies we've found for quickly moving your brand from intriguing concept to household name. Brand Marketing: Guinness How do you refresh a 243-year-old brand? By brewing a modern experience that combines the power of history with the allure of contemporary design. Guinness Storehouse, in Dublin, reimagines how a brand can perform for customers, employees, and the community. Scott Kirsner Are Brands out of Hand? A new kind of brand proletariat is on the loose, courtesy of Harvey Alpert, the man behind Brand in Your Hand. Jack Hitt Battle of the Brands John Hancock`s outspoken CEO names names and points fingers at some high-profile brand offenders in his new book. He also offers some good advice on not screwing up your own company`s brand. Jennifer Reingold Don`t Shout, Listen At Procter & Gamble, branding is almost everything. And in the age of the Web, almost everything is up for grabs. Here`s how P& G has turned the Internet into a device for listening to customers -- and for experimenting with its brands. Fara Warner Who`s Fast Hall of Fame: Brand Builders Brand builders forging product identities that endure and entice. Fast Company Cleaning Up Brand Clutter With 35 varieties of bagels, 66 subbrands of GM cars, and more than 13,000 mutual funds, American consumers are suffering a severe case of brand overload. Marketing...
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...CASE STUDY: Whitening Creams As if whitening creams for women were not enough, now the trend seems to have caught on with men as well, with various brands like Fair Menz and Fair & Handsome making inroads into the Pakistan market. Fair & Lovely (by Unilever) is credited to be the brand that set off the trend, followed by a dozen or so low priced imitators. Then there is the high-end market which is catered to by prescription creams, lotions and dermatological treatments. Whatever the profile, complexion seems to have assumed the proportions of a “complex” within the Pakistani consumer psyche. Even other skin-care products like sun- blocks, hair removing creams, facial scrubs etc., now claim to have “whitening” properties. QUESTIONS: 1. How do you analyze this “complexion complex” from the Psychoanalytical perspective? Do marketing messages for these whitening creams and products target the Id, Ego or Super Ego in any way? Do they even create triple appeal? 2. How is the Consumer Behavior being influenced for these products in terms of Learning? Which kind(s) or Learning (Behavioral, Cognitive, and Reinforcement) is/are taking place which has resulted in spreading the use for these products? 3. Explain how Informational, Identification and Normative influences may shape consumer behavior in for these products? CASE STUDY: Streetcar Streetcar was established in 2002 by Andrew Valentine and Brett Akker who came across the idea after reading...
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...Case Study: TrapEase America 1. Trap Ease only has a onceinalifetime opportunity because the investors see that this product has big potential since the idea is great. The investors saw the product and automatically saw that people would buy it since it is such an easy and clean solution to something associated with messy and violent. The information needed to evaluate the opportunity is the study of the market, competitors, and other products. Also, the awards and buzz surrounding the TrapEase also helped the investors see this as a high potential. The positioning of TrapEase is centered around dead mice and the product. They really value their product and want to show its usefulness. The group’s mission statement would be similar to their slogan “Easily trapping mice without a mess.” If the main target is people who stay home, then my mission statement’s point would not be about dead mice but about the peace of an environment that is rodentfree. The mission statement would read like this: “Ensuring a clean and safe environment for our customers through innovation.” 2. Martha has identified that the best target for the TrapEase is women since they do not enjoy the cleanup that happens with the original mousetrap and stay at home. It seems like Martha has used a fast train of thought to come up with this conclusion and not statistics. This is not the best market target. The number of women who study and have a professional life is growing...
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...Paper Title: The Era of Multi-Channel Marketing The Era of Multi-Channel Marketing In this essay I will be critically evaluating the article ‘Multichannel Retailing: A Case Study of Early Experiences’ written by Ruby Roy Dholakia, Miao Zhao and Nikhilesh Dholakia, featured in the Journal of Interactive Marketing, Vol. 19, 2; pp. 63 -75. All three authors are professor and assistant professors of marketing in various universities. Multichannel marketing is offering customers more than one way to purchase goods -for example, from a website, a catalogue, as well as in retail stores. In order to evaluate the relevance of their findings I will introduce another case study and compare the findings. The main focus of the article is the description of the move into multichannel retailing of a brick-and-mortar and catalogue retail company through the addition of Internet retail. By analysing the purchase data from 530,000 customers the authors came to the conclusion that those who became customers through the Internet bought less often than those who became customers through the catalogue and physical stores. This is an indication that the Internet is an evolving channel. The main findings revealed expanding channel choices offers many benefits despite the learning costs; customer characteristics play a strong role in their use of specific channels. Customer behaviour is strongly influenced by marketing efforts. When reading an article one would expect the information...
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...Case Study Analysis_WK5 PSY322/Consumer Psychology and Research June 16, 2013 Case Study Analysis The subject case studies are designed in order to conceptualize the cross-cultural consumer behaviors, their effects on business and company activities while analyzing the case study. The main realm of subject study is the consumer behaviors in global perspectives. The studies are also aimed to create the sense in the students about how to analyze the case study. So to achieve the said objectives the extensive literature review is conducted including the evaluation of consumer behaviors and their decisions regarding purchases while including the lessons learned by the Apple regarding the differences in consumer behavior and purchasing decisions between the Japanese market and the market outside of Japan. The consumer behaviors during the field survey administered under subject study are found dissimilar across the cultures. These dissimilarities in behaviors of the customers across the cultures affect the company’s marketing mix strategies. These effects are discussed in sections created below. Likewise the lessons learned from the Walt Disney Company about consumer behavior and purchasing decisions at Hong Kong Disneyland has also been added as a part of study while explaining various issues that may influence the behaviors of the consumers. Lastly the survey administered identifies the reasons behind the Japanese consumers’ behaviors of hating the iPhone...
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...SYLLABUS—MKTG 4354—Marketing Channels and Logistics Fall 2015 INSTRUCTOR: Tom Reilly Office: 3067 Office Hours: Mon-Wed, 12:30 to 2:30 Appointments are both helpful and appreciated. An appointment will insure that we have enough time for the task at hand, and that the time is not double-booked, and that I am not doing something else. E-mail: twreilly@vt.edu Course Description: This course will examine the management of a firm’s distribution function. Specifically, we will explore the relationships among manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. In addition, we will study the structure, functions, interactions, and activities of the marketing channels. A special emphasis will be placed on decision making given the natures of these channels. Objectives: • To understand marketing channels including efficiencies achieved, conflicts created, and behaviors of channel members • To reinforce the principles of Marketing, and understand the differences when they apply to channel and logistical issues. • To be able to apply the above concepts in the context of real marketing decisions. • Exposure to careers in Channel Management Books Marketing Channels, a Management View, 8th edition, Rosenbloom, South-Western ISBN 13: 978-0-324-31698-8 Marketing Cases – VT ISBN 13: 978-1-269-77349-2 Grading: Exams (3): 30% Group written case : 15% Class participation 15% ...
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...Jessica Turner has a master's degree in accounting and an undergrad degree in business. She established Turner Test Prep, a CPA exam review center, after being rejected by the Big Six accounting firms. She decided to bring the company into existence when she was searching for other employment options, and also because she had experience in the field when she worked at a review center's business office before taking up her master's degree. There, she inadvertently started teaching the math portion of the reviews, and received training in teaching. After passing the CPA exam on the first try herself, she decided that she would like to help those who want to take the CPA exam pass on their first try as well. And so she developed a business and marketing plan, convened with various professors to create a comprehensive curriculum, and opened her firm's doors. Instead of the normal review route of using books, software, or online courses, she provided a full service 6 week, 3-6 hours a day review regimen for her clients that include one hour live lectures from various professors, discussions about test taking skills and organizational skills to digest information faster, provided audiotapes that the clients can listen to at home or in their cars, executed timed mini tests as well as practice essay questions, one on one bi weekly client meeting to see how they've progressed and for them to ask questions, and a direct line to her via e mail for any queries the clients may have. She Even guaranteed...
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...UNIT OUTLINE Read this document to learn essential details about your unit. It will also help you to get started with your studies. BMA604 Consumer Decision Making Semester 2, 2015 THIS UNIT IS BEING OFFERED IN: HOBART & BY DISTANCE Taught by: Professor Aron O’Cass (Unit Coordinator) CRICOS Provider Code: 00586B BMA604, Consumer Decision Making 2 Contents Contact Details ........................................................................................................................................ 2 Unit Description ...................................................................................................................................... 3 Prior Knowledge &/or Skills OR Pre-Requisite Unit(s) ............................................................................ 3 Enrolment in the Unit ............................................................................................................................. 3 When does the unit commence? ............................................................................................................ 3 University of Tasmania Graduate Quality Statement ............................................................................. 3 Intended Learning Outcomes for BMA604 ............................................................................................. 4 Learning Expectations and Teaching Strategies/Approach ........................................................
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...GCE Media Studies Advanced Subsidiary GCE Unit G322: Key Media Concepts (Television Drama) Mark Scheme for June 2011 Oxford Cambridge and RSA Examinations OCR (Oxford Cambridge and RSA) is a leading UK awarding body, providing a wide range of qualifications to meet the needs of pupils of all ages and abilities. OCR qualifications include AS/A Levels, Diplomas, GCSEs, OCR Nationals, Functional Skills, Key Skills, Entry Level qualifications, NVQs and vocational qualifications in areas such as IT, business, languages, teaching/training, administration and secretarial skills. It is also responsible for developing new specifications to meet national requirements and the needs of students and teachers. OCR is a not-for-profit organisation; any surplus made is invested back into the establishment to help towards the development of qualifications and support which keep pace with the changing needs of today’s society. This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and students, to indicate the requirements of the examination. It shows the basis on which marks were awarded by Examiners. It does not indicate the details of the discussions which took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking commenced. All Examiners are instructed that alternative correct answers and unexpected approaches in candidates’ scripts must be given marks that fairly reflect the relevant knowledge and skills demonstrated. Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the published question papers and...
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...engineers to be able to envision, from a broader perspective, the operation of an organization and the market one serves. You must learn to think, act, speak, and process from the “management mind.” This capstone course draws from all functional areas of an enterprise to provide strategic direction to an organization. It also provides engineers with a management perspective as a complement to the engineering orientation, which they currently possess. Strategies are offered to ensure not only success in a competitive “for profit” environment, but the sustainability of success throughout the economic cycle. A framework is developed to understand the interrelation of accounting, finance, operations, engineering, and marketing. Class format will be lecture, case study analysis, open discussion, guest speakers, and student presentation. Student Notice: As a...
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...is a case study? A report presenting an analysis of problems and issues facing a particular company, with recommendations of a plan of action and justification of that plan What is the purpose of a case study? To persuade audience that the recommendations are feasible, desirable and the best ones available Who commissions one? A client, or a firm‟s senior management who are seeking a way forward understanding of case study approach clarification of directive words used in assignment tasks model of how to deconstruct process of writing a case study understanding of logical flow required in analysis of a case and indication of content relating to each section of report report structure analysis of language structures & cohesion models of integration of sources and referencing Directives tell you what to do with content and are closely associated with purpose of different sections in case study report. Importance of understanding precise meanings of key directives to meet task requirements. (Communication Skills Guide p22) Analyse Explain Justify Evaluate A. Present an informed assessment of something to judge how important/valuable it is B. Break down into main parts/important features. Discuss each &how they relate to each other • Evaluate firm‟s current situation (macro & micro) Context? What‟s happening & why? C. Give the „why‟ and / or „how‟ with clarifying cause and effect reasons from the case D...
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...Barnes & Noble Vs. Amazon To attain a competitive advantage over Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble needs to develop a proper strategy and implement a successful marketing plan. SITUATION ANALYSIS Barnes & Noble first must consider the issues and problems facing their company, and then perform an opportunity analysis to determine their strengths and weaknesses in relation to their customers, competitors, and company capabilities. In regards to the main concerns of Barnes & Noble, the company needs to worry about the uncertainties associated with the expected rapid growth of the Internet, the changing profile of Internet users, increased competition and indeterminate future developments in electronic retailing from publishers, wholesalers, and retailers, and intense price competition. By 2000, more than 80 million users will be on the World Wide Web, with an increase in females and a broader spectrum of education levels and age, changing the market demographics. Additionally, some book publishers, namely Simon & Schuster and Bertelsmann, have expanded online, while the national leading wholesaler, Ingram, is developing a website where wholesalers could ship directly to consumers. In the meantime, small publishers and universities have started to publish directly on the Web, avoiding print versions completely and thereby challenging the posterity of conventional books. Within the Barnes & Noble Corporation, their smaller traditional bookstores such...
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...Diesel | Live, breathe and wear passionSearch The Times 100 - Business Case Studies Logo Home PageCase StudiesSTEMRevision TheoryTeaching ResourcesCompaniesCareersShopBlogLogin The Times 100 / Business Case Studies / By Industry / Fashion Business Case Studies by Industry - Fashion Below is a list of The Times 100 business case studies from companies within the Fashion sector of industry. Choose a case study from the lists alongside each company. By TopicBy EditionBy CompanyBy Industry The Times 100 fashion case studies asos.com Logo asos.com [+] The product life cycle and online fashion [+] Strategic growth in the fashion retail industry Ben Sherman Logo Ben Sherman — Using the marketing mix in the fashion industry This case study examines how Ben Sherman uses the marketing mix to help the business remain competitive and extend its market share and influence. — Edition 13 C&A Logo C&A [+] Creating value - brand management [+] Implementing Codes of Conduct Diesel Logo Diesel — Live, breathe and wear passion This case study looks at how Diesel promotes its products and the brand. — Edition 15 Dr Martens Logo Dr Martens [+] Building a fashionable brand image [+] Re-engineering a business process [+] Development of a brand through trade mark protection Levi's Logo Levi's — Reclaiming the identity of a brand This case study has shown how Levi’s has used effective brand management planning to reclaim the brand and to turn around the fortunes...
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...a Business Case Study A business case study confronts students with a real-life dilemma and engages all their abilities to solve its challenges. In presenting a specific business or policy situation—one that does not have an obvious solution—the case provides information for classroom discussion and other study. A good case study stimulates an educated conversation and the building of business knowledge. The best case studies are learning-centered, not instructor-centered. Details describing the differences between the two can be found in Exhibit 1. A student reading the case should be provided with the information needed to make good decisions about the case, or the ability to find the information if that is a learning objective. Information critical to solving the case should never be contained exclusively in the case’s teaching note, because doing so puts the instructor in the center of the learning, and leads to frustrated students. Cases should satisfy professors and students as well as the businesses, organizations, and people featured in the cases. Although these interests might appear in conflict, a case that is written with fairness and intelligence will ultimately receive the respect of all parties. The best cases have several structural characteristics in common including a protagonist, specific time frame, and use of past tense. An author who becomes experienced in case writing may deviate from this pattern, but doing so may result in an inferior case. The structure...
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