Strategic marketing planning : a step-by-step approach

Table of Contents:- Part I: Introduction and Marketing Planning 1. The essence of marketing 2. The strategic marketing planning process Part II: Situation analysis 3. Mission, customer values and market definition 4. Internal analysis 5. Customer analysis 6. Industry analysis 7. Competitor analysis 8. Distribution and supplier analysis 9. SWOT analysis Part III: Corporate and marketing strategies 10. Corporate objectives and strategies 11. Marketing objectives and marketing strategies Part IV: Implementation 12. Choice of product/service, price and channels 13. Marketing Communications 14. Organization and execution of marketing

This book provides a uniquely practical approach to strategic marketing planning. Combining a comprehensive overview of theory with practice, each chapter takes the reader step by step through the strategic marketing process. Beginning with situation analysis, it moves on to marketing strategy (targeting and brand positioning), and finally details the overall implementation and creation of customer values. This edition has been fully updated to integrate both sustainability and digitalization throughout the whole strategic planning process, covering analysing consumer needs, setting goals, choosing a brand positioning and marketing communication. The subjects such as big data, AI, online behavioural targeting, influencer marketing, and social media are explored, accompanied by plentiful examples. A unique feature is the full integration of sustainability within normal marketing, led by a new customer value model. The book equips the reader with the necessary tools and techniques to develop and deliver a thorough and effective marketing strategy.