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HSMC Internal 1 5th Sem

The document discusses different marketing mix components and quality control tools. It provides explanations of the 4Ps of marketing (product, price, place, promotion), the BCG matrix for classifying products, P-charts for quality control, quality function deployment for meeting customer needs, and different types of control charts. Real-world examples are given to illustrate how these concepts can be applied.

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HSMC Internal 1 5th Sem

The document discusses different marketing mix components and quality control tools. It provides explanations of the 4Ps of marketing (product, price, place, promotion), the BCG matrix for classifying products, P-charts for quality control, quality function deployment for meeting customer needs, and different types of control charts. Real-world examples are given to illustrate how these concepts can be applied.

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1)ELABORATE DIFFERENT COMPONENTS OF

MARKETING MIX?

Ans:-
Product: This is what your company sells. It could be a physical item,
like a smartphone or a service, like haircuts. It includes everything
about your offering, like its features, design, and how it's packaged.

Price: This is how much you charge for your product or service. It's
important to find a price that people are willing to pay while still
making a profit. Prices can vary based on factors like competition and
demand.

Place: This is about where and how customers can buy your product.
It could be in a physical store, online, or through other channels like
wholesalers. You want to make sure your product is available where
your customers are.

Promotion: This is how you let people know about your product. It
includes advertising, social media, sales promotions, and any other
way you communicate with your customers. The goal is to make
people aware of your product and persuade them to buy it.

These four components work together to create your marketing


strategy. By understanding and managing them well, you can better
meet customer needs and succeed in the market.
2)WRITE A SHORT NOTES UPON 4P'S THEORY?

Ans:-
Certainly, here's a simple explanation of the 4Ps theory in easy
words:
The 4Ps theory is a way businesses think about how they sell stuff:
1)Product:- This is what you're selling. It could be a toy, a phone, or
even a haircut. It's everything about what you're offering.
2)Price:- This is how much money you want in exchange for your
product or service. You want to pick a price that people are willing to
pay and that helps you make money.
3)Place:- This is where and how people can buy your product. Maybe
they can get it in a store, on the internet, or from a friend. You want
to make it easy for people to find and get your stuff.
4)Promotion:- This is how you tell people about your product. It's like
showing off your cool new toy or telling everyone about your
delicious ice cream. You want people to know your product exists and
why they should want it.

The 4Ps help businesses figure out how to sell their stuff effectively.
By thinking about these four things, they can make sure their product
gets to the right people at the right price and in the right way.
3)WHAT DO YOU MEAN BY BCG MATRIX?

Ans: -The BCG Matrix is a simple tool that helps companies decide
what to do with their different products. It's like sorting them into
four groups:

Stars: These are products that are doing really well and have the
potential to make a lot of money in the future. Companies invest a lot
in stars to help them grow even more.

Cash Cows: These are products that are making a lot of money right
now, but they might not grow much more. Companies keep them
around to make a steady income.

Question Marks: These are products that are new or not doing so
great yet, but they have potential. Companies decide whether to
invest more and turn them into stars or let them go if they don't see
much potential.

Dogs:- These are products that aren't doing well, and they probably
won't get much better. Companies usually consider getting rid of
dogs or not spending too much on them.

So, the BCG Matrix helps businesses decide where to focus their
efforts and resources on different products, depending on how well
each product is doing and its future potential.
4)PROVIDE A REAL-TIME SCENARIO WHERE SKU USERS
SEGMENTED IN BCG MATRIX?
Ans: -Imagine a retail store that sells electronics. They have a variety
of electronic products like smartphones, laptops, headphones, and
smartwatches. Each of these products represents an SKU.
Stars:-- In the BCG Matrix, the "Stars" would be products like the
latest smartphones. These are the products that are new and very
popular. The store invests a lot of resources in promoting and
stocking these items because they are selling really well and have the
potential to make a lot of profit in the future.
Cash Cows:-- The "Cash Cows" in this scenario could be products like
traditional desktop computers. They've been around for a while, and
while they may not be as exciting as the latest smartphones, they still
sell steadily. The store continues to offer them because they generate
a reliable income.
Question Marks:-- The "Question Marks" could be a line of
smartwatches the store recently introduced. They are not selling as
well as expected, but they have the potential to become popular in
the future. The store needs to decide whether to invest more in
marketing and improving these smartwatches to turn them into
"Stars" or phase them out if they don't see much potential.
Dogs:-- The "Dogs" in this case might be older model laptops that are
not selling well, and they probably won't get much better. The store
may consider offering discounts or discontinuing them to focus on
more promising products.
By using the BCG Matrix in this way, the retail store can make
informed decisions about where to allocate their resources, such as
marketing budget and shelf space, based on the performance and
potential of each SKU.
5)WHAT DO YOU MEAN BY P CHART ?

Ans: -
A P-chart, in simple terms, is like a report card for quality control in businesses and
manufacturing. It helps keep an eye on how often mistakes or defects happen in a
process, just like a teacher keeps track of how often a student gets answers wrong.

Imagine you're making chocolate bars. You want to make sure only 5% of them have
broken pieces. A P-chart helps you monitor this. Each day, you check a sample of
bars and note if they're broken or not. You then use this data to create a P-chart.

If the chart shows that most days, you're below the 5% limit, you're doing well. But if
you see a trend of more broken bars, it's like a warning bell. You can take action to
fix the process before it gets worse. It's like having a heads-up on quality issues and
helps you maintain consistent product quality.

6)DESCRIBE THE ADVANTAGES OF THE P CHART IN AN


INDUSTRY AND THE FORECASTING
Ans: -Advantages of P Chart in an Industry:
Quality Control: P Charts help industries keep a close eye on the
quality of their products or processes. It helps them catch quality
issues early, preventing defects and saving money.
Visual Representation:
They provide a simple, visual way to see how often something meets
quality standards. It's easy to understand at a glance.
Continuous Improvement:
P Charts encourage industries to continuously improve their
processes. If they see a drop in quality, they can investigate and make
changes.
Data-Driven Decision Making:
P Charts rely on real data, not just gut feelings. This helps industries
make more informed decisions about their operations.

Forecasting Parameter of the P Chart:


In a quantitative segment, the forecasting parameter for a P Chart is
often related to the acceptable quality level. For example, if a
company wants to maintain a quality standard of 95%, the
forecasting parameter would be:
This parameter helps the company set a clear target for quality and
monitor if they are meeting it. If the proportion of products meeting
this standard starts to fall below 95% on the P Chart, it signals that
something needs to be addressed to maintain the desired level of
quality.

7)WHAT DO YOU MEAN BY THE QUALITY FUNCTION


DEPLOYMENT?
Ans:-Quality Function Deployment (QFD) is like a roadmap that helps
businesses make sure they create products that truly meet customer
needs and desires.
Here's how it works in simple terms:
Understand Customer Wants:- First, you listen to what your
customers want. This could be things like a faster car, a more
comfortable chair, or a tastier pizza.
Prioritize Customer Wants:- You figure out which customer wants are
the most important. For example, if you're making a car, safety might
be more important than fancy cupholders.
Translate into Product Features: -Then, you take those important
customer wants and turn them into specific features your product
should have. If customers want a safe car, you might add features like
airbags and anti-lock brakes.
Link to Design and Production:- You connect these features to your
product's design and how you'll make it. Engineers and designers use
this information to create the product.
Continuous Improvement- Throughout the process, you keep
checking back with what customers want and making improvements
to match those desires. It's a way to make sure you're building what
people really need and want.

8)WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF CONTROL CHART .

Ans:-Control charts are tools used in quality control to monitor and


manage processes. There are several types of control charts, each
designed for different types of data and situations.
Here are some common types explained in simple terms:
X-Bar and R Chart:- This chart is used when you want to monitor the
average (X-Bar) and the range (R) of a process. It helps ensure that
the process stays consistent over time.
Individuals Chart:- This is for tracking individual data points. It's used
when you have one measurement at a time, like the weight of
individual products off a production line.
P Chart (Proportion Chart):- P charts are used when you're dealing
with proportions or percentages, like the number of defective items
in a batch.
NP Chart (Number of Defective Items Chart):- NP charts are similar
to P charts but are used when you're counting the number of
defective items in a sample.
C Chart (Count of Defects Chart):- C charts are used to monitor the
number of defects in a fixed unit, like the number of scratches on a
car's surface.
U Chart (Defects per Unit Chart):- U charts are used to monitor
defects per unit, such as errors per page in a book.
These control charts help organizations spot trends, variations, or
problems in their processes. They are like traffic signals for quality
control, indicating when things are running smoothly (in control) and
when something needs attention (out of control).

9)DIFFERENTIATE BETWEEN KAIZEN AND INNOVATION?


Ans:-

10) DIFFERENTIATE BETWEEN SIX SIGMA AND KAIZEN ?


Ans:-

Aspect Six Sigma Kaizen

Goal Reduce defects and variations Continuous incremental improvements

Focus Process improvement Daily, small improvements


Aspect Six Sigma Kaizen

Approach Data-driven, systematic Incremental and participatory

Projects Larger, specific projects Ongoing, everyday improvements

Tools Statistical tools and analysis Common sense, teamwork

Impact Major process enhancements Gradual, steady progress

Leadership Typically led by experts Involves everyone in the organization

Implementation Requires formal training and projects Part of the organizational culture

11) ELABORATE DIFFERENT PITFALLS OF KAIZEN ?


Ans:-Overlooking Big Changes:---One pitfall is focusing too much on small
improvements and missed out the big problems or improvements.

But Kaizen is about small steps, but sometimes big changes are
necessary.
Ignoring Employee Input:--- If employees' ideas and feedback are not
actively sought or valued, the Kaizen process can fail. It's essential to
involve and listen to all team members.
Lack of Commitment:--- Kaizen requires commitment from everyone
in the organization. If people are not dedicated to continuous
improvement, it won't work.
Not Measuring Progress:---- Without measuring the impact of Kaizen
efforts, it's hard to know if they are making a difference. Data and
metrics are crucial for success.
Becoming Routine:---- Kaizen should be a dynamic process, not just a
routine. If it becomes too routine, it can lose its effectiveness.
Resistance to Change:--- Some employees may resist Kaizen because
they fear change or feel threatened by it. Overcoming resistance is a
challenge.
Lack of Leadership Support:--- If leaders don't support and actively
participate in Kaizen, it's less likely to succeed. Leadership
commitment is vital.
Not Celebrating Small Wins:---- Recognizing and celebrating small
improvements can motivate employees. Failing to acknowledge their
efforts can demotivate them.
Copying Without Understanding:--- Simply copying Kaizen practices
from other companies without understanding their context and
adapting them to your own can lead to failure.

12)ELABORATE DIFFERENT FACTORS OF GROUP


WAYSIGNES?
Ans:----Leadership: -Leadership within a group can have a big impact.
A good leader can inspire and guide the group, while a poor leader
can create conflicts or confusion.
Roles:- Different people in a group take on specific roles, like a leader,
organizer, or peacemaker. These roles can affect how the group
functions.
Communication:- Effective communication is key. Clear and
respectful communication helps group members understand each
other and work together.
Goals:- The goals of the group influence its dynamics. If everyone
agrees on the goals, it can create unity. If not, there may be
disagreements.
Conflict:- Conflict can arise from differences of opinion. How the
group handles conflict, whether through compromise or
confrontation, affects its dynamics.
Size:- The size of the group matters. Smaller groups can be more
familiar and efficient, while larger groups may have more diversity
but can be harder to manage.
Diversity: -Differences in backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives
among group members can both enrich the group and lead to
challenges in understanding.
Norms:- Groups often have norms or unwritten rules about behavior.
These norms guide what is considered acceptable or unacceptable
within the group.

Trust: Trust among group members is essential. When trust is


present, people are more likely to cooperate and share their ideas
openly.

Time: The amount of time a group spends together can affect its
dynamics. Longer periods may lead to deeper relationships and
greater understanding.
External Influences: Factors outside the group, like company policies
or external events, can influence how the group operates.

Motivation: The motivation of individual members to contribute to


the group's goals can impact the group's overall effectiveness.

13)WHAT DO YOU MEAN BY SOCIAL EXCHANGE THEORY ?


Ans:----
Costs and Benefits:--- It says that in any relationship, people weigh
the costs and benefits of what they give and receive. Think of it like a
balance scale.

Positive Balance:--- When people feel they're getting more benefits


than costs from a relationship, they're likely to be happy and stay in
that relationship. It's like having a Extra.

Negative Balance:--- If they feel the costs are greater than the
benefits, they might be unhappy and consider ending the
relationship. It's like having a deficit.

Reciprocity: --- Social Exchange Theory also suggests that people


often expect something in return for what they give. So, if you do
something nice for someone, you might expect them to do
something nice for you in the future.In simple terms, Social Exchange
Theory helps us understand why people stay in relationships or
decide to leave based on whether they feel they're getting more
good stuff than bad stuff from it. It's like a mental balance sheet for
relationships.
14)DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FORMAL AND INFORMAL ?
Ans:-

Aspect Formal Informal

Definition Structured and official Casual and unofficial

Communication Written or documented Verbal or non-documented

Setting Planned and organized Spontaneous and flexible

Dress Code Often business attire Casual or varied

Examples Business meetings Chat with friends

Rules Strictly followed Flexible or absent

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