Application of the SOSTAC model to the marketing strategy used by NEXT PLC in Romania


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Project Report from the year 2018 in the subject Business economics - Offline Marketing and Online Marketing, grade: 5.50, Anglia Ruskin University, language: English, abstract: The SOSTAC analysis of the company and its chosen international market of Romania is necessary so as establish its current performance, based on user experiences review and mostly on the process of reporting and monitoring. Important for the SOSTAC are questions regarding present and desirable position for the company, as well as tactics details and action plans. Simply put, these are the responsibilities and structures, the processes and systems, the internal resources and skills that needs to be taken into account. Additionally, the segments, target markets, objectives and positioning play an important role in the establishment of SOSTAC structure.




HBR's 10 Must Reads on Strategic Marketing (with featured article ÒMarketing Myopia,Ó by Theodore Levitt)


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NEW from the bestselling HBR’s 10 Must Reads series. Stop pushing products—and start cultivating relationships with the right customers. If you read nothing else on marketing that delivers competitive advantage, read these 10 articles. We’ve combed through hundreds of articles in the Harvard Business Review archive and selected the most important ones to help you reinvent your marketing by putting it—and your customers—at the center of your business. Leading experts such as Ted Levitt and Clayton Christensen provide the insights and advice you need to: • Figure out what business you’re really in • Create products that perform the jobs people need to get done • Get a bird’s-eye view of your brand’s strengths and weaknesses • Tap a market that’s larger than China and India combined • Deliver superior value to your B2B customers • End the war between sales and marketing Looking for more Must Read articles from Harvard Business Review? Check out these titles in the popular series: HBR’s 10 Must Reads: The Essentials HBR’s 10 Must Reads on Communication HBR’s 10 Must Reads on Collaboration HBR’s 10 Must Reads on Innovation HBR’s 10 Must Reads on Leadership HBR’s 10 Must Reads on Making Smart Decisions HBR’s 10 Must Reads on Managing Yourself HBR’s 10 Must Reads on Teams




E-business and E-commerce Management


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Aimed at students, this work covers various aspects of e-business - focusing on sales and marketing, as well as detailing procurement, supply chains, and the legal and security considerations. It contains a range of features to help you learn effectively including margin definitions, international case studies, activities and web links.




Embrace the Space


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If you’re a business owner that gives a damn, this book is for you. Inside you’ll find a wealth of experience and knowledge which we’ve gathered from more than ten years delivering social media training workshops to more than 10,000 businesses across the UK. Packed with advice, tips, best practice, business case studies, strategic insights and lots more, this book will help you and your organisation get real results from Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and many other platforms. We even included a few behind the scenes stories from over the years (some of which we promised never to tell!). Reviews for 'Embrace the Space' "A cracking read! Perfectly pitched for the small business with lots of useful tips and tricks – and real life examples of how to improve social media presence." Stuart McKenna, CEO at Scottish Training Federation Limited "Finally, a book about business that I actually want to read. Packed full of useful stuff, and entertaining too" Helena Langdon, Former Head of Digital at Innocent "One of the most clear and compelling guides ever published for what works in social media, and why. Highly recommended!" Jay Baer, author of Hug Your Haters "This is a gem of a book! As someone who uses social media both socially and for my work, this book has shown me there’s so much more to learn." Grant Stott, TV and Radio Presenter “Engaging and informative and so important now as many businesses have been forced to move online to promote their services." Laura Irvine, Specialist in Data Protection Law "This book is a winner" Kieron Achara, GB Olympian “Fun, engaging and thought-provoking content to help your business. We have witnessed our members grow their customer base applying Gary and Colin’s digital teachings over the last decade – now you can too. A must read." Bob Grant, Chief Executive, Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce “I hate social media and spend way too much time on it. This book makes me want to spend even more time on it. But get better at it. I don’t know what to feel about this!" Gavin Oattes, Author and Inspirational Speaker About the Authors: 'The best day’s training I’ve ever had' 'Inspirational' 'The kick up the backside my business needed' 'Hire these guys for your social media training. You’ll be glad you did' For the last 10 years, businesses all over the UK have been enjoying transformative results after attending the 'Embrace The Space' social media masterclass delivered by Gary Ennis and Colin Kelly. Now, for the first time, all the learning and entertainment that makes the day so popular is available in this book. Gary is a qualified trainer, with over 25 years experience in digital marketing. He is the founder of NSDesign Ltd - an award winning digital consultancy, working with organisations to improve their digital skills and capabilities. He regularly makes television and radio appearances as a digital media expert, and speaks at conferences across the UK on related topics. Colin is a former journalist and broadcaster who now runs the communications training company Comsteria Limited which provides smartphone video and podcast production training, media relations training and crisis PR advice. Gary and Colin have a natural rapport and an extensive knowledge of social media as it applies to small and medium business use. ‘Embrace The Space’ isn’t just about understanding Facebook or Twitter, it’s about an attitude; understanding what makes you special, understanding your customers and having fun. Written during summer 2020 this is a fresh, inspirational look at what it takes to succeed with social media in a post lockdown world.




Marketing Communications


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The new edition of Marketing Communications delivers a rich blend of theory with examples of contemporary marketing practice. Providing a critical insight into how brands engage audiences, Fill and Turnbull continues to be the definitive marketing communications text for undergraduate and postgraduate students in marketing and related fields. The eighth edition, which contains two new chapters, reflects the changing and disruptive world of marketing communications. Throughout the text the impact of digital media and its ability to influence audience, client, and agency experiences, is considered. Each chapter has been extensively revised, with new examples, the latest theoretical insights, and suggested reading materials. Each of the 22 chapters also has a new case study, drawn from brands and agencies from around the world. Marketing Communications is recognised as the authoritative text for professional courses such as The Chartered Institute of Marketing, and is supported by the Institute of Practitioners in Advertising.




Digital Marketing Excellence


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Now in its sixth edition, the hugely popular Digital Marketing Excellence is a practical guide to creating and executing integrated digital marketing plans, combining established approaches to marketing planning with the creative use of new digital models and digital tools. Written by two highly experienced digital marketing consultants, the book shows you how to: Draw up an outline integrated digital marketing plan Evaluate and apply digital marketing principles and models Integrate online and offline communications Implement customer-driven digital marketing as part of digital transformation Reduce costly trial and error Measure and enhance your digital marketing Learn best practices for reaching and engaging your audiences using the key digital marketing platforms. This new edition has been streamlined to seamlessly integrate the latest developments in digital analytics, ethics and privacy, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. Including new international case studies and up-to-date examples throughout, this book cuts through the jargon to show marketers how to leverage data and digital technologies to their advantage. Offering a highly structured and accessible guide to a critical and far-reaching subject, Digital Marketing Excellence, 6th edition, provides a vital reference point for all digital marketing students, and managers involved in digital marketing strategy and implementation. Online resources have been fully updated for the new edition and include a new set of PowerPoint slides and a full test bank of questions and exercises.




Marketing Communications


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Marketing Communications: A European Perspective provides an extensive overview of the key concepts, techniques and applications of marketing communications within a European context. The book covers all elements of the communications mix, including advertising, public relations, sponsorship, sales promotion, direct marketing, point-of-purchase communications, exhibitions, and personal selling. It also offers up-to-date coverage of e-communication, including e-marketing, mobile marketing, interactive television and relationship marketing. Building on the success of the third edition, the fourth edition comes fully updated with brand new material on a diverse range of products and brands such as Coke Zero, Twitter and Wii Fit, as well as coverage of topical issues such as the Barack Obama campaign and the EU anti-smoking campaign. The fifth edition of Marketing Communications: A European Perspective has been fully updated to include: A brand new chapter examining ethical issues in marketing communications Brand new end-of-chapter cases on international companies and organisations such as Mars, UNICEF, Carrefour and many more Video case material linking key marketing communication theory with the practical issues faced by marketing professionals in a variety of companies The book is suitable for both undergraduate and postgraduate students of marketing communications




The SOSTAC Guide to Your Perfect Digital Marketing Plan


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2019 Edition (V5) of PR Smith's popular SOSTAC (r) planning system shows how to write the perfect plan and can be learned in 3 minutes. The SOSTAC Guide to your Perfect Digital Marketing Plan, can be skimmed in 30 minutes and digested in detail in 3 hours. The new edition integrates digital developments such as AI, Big Data, IoT, Marketing Automation with brief mentions of VR and AR. So it's bang up to date. The SOSTAC(r) planning system was voted in the Top 3 Marketing Models worldwide by voters in the Chartered Institute Of Marketing's Centenary Poll. SOSTAC(r) has since been adopted by Linkedin, KPMG, Greenpeace and many more bluechips and start-ups. The entire book is written in easily digestible chunks so readers can dip in and out. Who can use this book? The book is aimed at anyone involved in digital marketing, or marketing, or just interested in digital marketing. Readers can see how it all fits together. More advanced marketers use it as a 'dip in & out' (e.g. the digital marketing strategy chapter), while less experienced marketers benefit from all six chapters and the many links to cutting-edge websites, digital tools and videos. The 6 Chapters: Situation Analysis (where are we now?)Objectives (where are we going?)Strategy (how do we get there?Tactics (details of strategy incl. marketing mix)Action (checklists, guides, systems & internal marketing)Control (how do we know if we are going to get there?)Who is the author?PR Smith is the co-author of the hugely influential 'Digital Marketing Excellence' (with Dave Chaffey) and several other marketing books including the best -selling Marketing Communications text going into its 7th ed this year. This new SOSTAC(r) Guide has achieved more than 3,000 pre-sales. The book is now also available from Amazon, iBooks, other networks or www.PRSmith.org/sostac . There is a free Kindle app which allows readers to enjoy this eBook on any mobile, iPad or laptop in addition to a kindle. What Experts Say About This Book "Although most businesses are now doing digital marketing, nearly half don't have a plan - that's shocking! SOSTAC(r) gives you an awesomely simple framework to put that right." Dave Chaffey, CEO Smart Insights"A really good easy-to-follow guide" Ged Carroll, Digital Director VP Europe, RacePoint Global'This is essential reading and an invaluable reference guide for any marketer who needs to create impressive, persuasive and effective digital marketing plans.' IDM SOSTAC(r) Certified Planners online portal is now open for those that want to become SOSTAC(r) Certified Planners. Visit https: //www.SOSTAC.org to register, download manuals drawn from these books and take the online, open-book, multiple choice case study assessment. Upon reaching 60% + the applicant receives a SOSTAC(r) Certified Planner certificate. See http: //www.PRSmith.org/SOSTAC for more or just go directly to https: //www.SOSTAC.org




Marketing Communications


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Learn the techniques and applications of marketing communications in a European context Marketing Communications: A European Perspective, 7th Edition, by De Pelsmacker, Geuens and Van Den Bergh provides an extensive overview of the key concepts, techniques and applications of marketing communications within a European context. This book provides in-depth coverage of consumer behaviour and branding foundations of marketing communications, and all elements of the communications mix, including advertising, public relations, sponsorship, brand activation, direct marketing and exhibitions. Building on the success of the last edition, the 7th edition uses examples, case studies and research results from various countries, industries and markets to make the concepts more practice orientated and help you grasp essential facts. Extensive case material on global brands like Snickers, Libresse, Guinness, Costco, Baunat, Trooper and Lego have been added to reflect the recent developments in marketing communications. Pearson, the world’s learning company.




International Marketing Planning - An Analysis of Burger King


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Seminar paper from the year 2011 in the subject Business economics - Offline Marketing and Online Marketing, grade: Distinction, University of Lincoln, course: International Marketing, language: English, abstract: According to Doole and Lowe (2008), International marketing involves the firm in setting up manufacturing or processing facilities around the world and coordinating marketing strategies across the globe. This essay will explain how Burger King’s strategy will respond to the needs of Bangladeshi customers and moreover discuss if there are any opportunities available for Burger King to establish itself in Bangladesh, given the attractive environment of Bangladesh. Burger King, which is known as BK is the second largest fast food hamburger chain in the world. It is operating in more 12,200 places and serving over 11 million customers daily in 76 countries and territories worldwide. In addition, almost 90 percent of the Burger King restaurants are possessed and operated by independent franchisees. (Burger King Website, 2011) The revenue of Burger King for 2010 is $ 2502.20 million during 2010. It has decreased of 1.40% from the 2009 (Yahoo Finance, 2011). The revenue of it was $2537.4 million during 2009. It was increased of 3.2% over 2008. The operating profit of this company was 339.4 million in the 2009 which decreased of 4.1% from 2008. (Datamonitor, 2010). Burger King is acquired by the investment firm 3G capitals more than 90% of the company during 2010. (Yahoo Finance, 2011) According to John Chidsey, chairman and chief executive officer, Burger King carried strong revenues even with escalating economic and consumer uncertainties by profitably executing on various growth strategies, marketing leadership, including net restaurant growth, product innovation, longer competitive hours and operational excellence. (Burger King Website, 2011) If we look at Bangladesh market, then we find that there are some leaders that already exist in the fast food industry of Bangladesh. These are – KFC, Pizza Hut, A&W, BFC (Best Fried Chicken), Helvetia, etc.