Marketing Strategy
Marketing Strategy
by:
DARUN R G CB.SC.U4CSE23215
KESHAV S CB.SC.U4CSE23222
KAPILAN V CB.SC.U4CSE23224
RISHIIKESH S K CB.SC.U4CSE23236
VIMAL HARIHAR S K CB.SC.U4CSE23254
SATHYA ROOPAN M CB.SC.U4CSE23256
This project has been possible due to the sincere and dedicated efforts of many. First of all,
we would like to thank the Dean of our college for giving us the opportunity to get involved
in a project and express our skill. We thank our teacher, Dr. I. Nandhini, for her guidance and
support without which this project would have been impossible. Last but not least; we thank our
parents and our classmates who encouraged us throughout the project.
DECLARATION
We hereby declare that the project work entitled, “Mastering the Marketplace: Unveiling the
Strategic Tapestry of Leading Business Empires” submitted to the Department of English and
Humanities is a record of the original work done by us under theguidance of Dr. Nandhini I,
Assistant Professor (Sr. Gr) of the Department of English, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham and
that it has not been submitted for the award of any Degree/Diploma/Associate
Fellowship/Fellowship and similar titles if any.
DARUN R G CB.SC.U4CSE23215
KESHAV S CB.SC.U4CSE23222
KAPILAN V CB.SC.U4CSE23224
RISHIIKESH S K CB.SC.U4CSE23236
1 Abstract
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2. Introduction
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3. Walmart
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4. Dominos 6
5. Starbucks 8
6. Apple.inc 10
7. RollsRoyce 12
8. Summation 15
9. Refferences 16
Mastering the Marketplace:
Unveiling the Strategic Tapestry of Leading Business Empires
Abstract:
In today's ever-changing commercial environment, savvy companies utilize a variety of
strategies to both overcome difficulties and maximize promising prospects. This abstract
explores the diverse strategies adopted by contemporary business empires to maintain and
expand their dominance. By devoting considerable resources to research and development,
thereby enabling innovation, firms can keep themselves at the brink of technological progress.
This constitutes one of the principal strategies for staying at the vanguard of advancement.
This enables them to introduce innovative products and services, setting new industry
standards and captivating consumer interest.
The importance of a robust digital presence cannot be neglected in the current era. Business
empires strategically utilize digital platforms for marketing, customer engagement, and data
analytics. Through harnessing the potential of e-commerce platforms while capitalizing on the
extensive scope of social media, these establishments could interact with a global constituency,
elevate their brand reputation, and build amenities and services according to fluctuating
consumer needs and expectations.
What is Marketing?
Marketing is the process of identifying customers and "creating, communicating,
delivering, and exchanging" goods and services for the satisfaction and retention of those
customers. It is one of the primary components of business management and commerce.
Market orientations are philosophies concerning the factors that should go into market
planning. The marketing mix, which outlines the specifics of the product and how it will
be sold, including the channels that will be used to advertise the product, is affected by
the environment surrounding the product, the results of marketing research and market
research, and the characteristics of the product's target market. Once these factors are
determined, marketers must then decide what methods of promoting the
product, including use of coupons and other price inducements.
2) Price:
When marketing a product or service, it is important to pick a price that is
simultaneously accessible to the target market and meets a business’s goals.
Pricing can have a significant impact on the overall success of a product.
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3) Place:
Like price, finding the right place to market and sell your product is key to
reaching your target audience. If you put your product in a place that your target
customer doesn’t visit—on or offline— you will likely not meet your sales target.
The right place can help you connect with your target audience and set you up for
success.
4) Promotion:
Promotion is how you advertise your product or service. Through promotion, you
will get the word out about your product with an effective marketing campaign
that resonates with your target audience.
There are many different ways to promote your product. Some traditional methods
include word of mouth, print advertisements, and television commercials. In the
digital age, though, there are even more marketing channels that you can use to
promote your product, such as content marketing, email marketing, and social
media marketing.
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Walmart’s Marketing Strategy
Let us embark on a fascinating exploration into the dynamic world of supermarkets, where
every aisle, every product placement, and every promotion are a carefully calculated move in
the chess game of consumer influence. Join me as we uncover the intriguing strategies
adopted by supermarkets, revealing the art and science behind the enticing dance between
consumers and retailers. Are you ready to decode the secrets behind those strategically placed
products and irresistible promotions? Let the supermarket saga begin!
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2. Supermarkets strategically place products such as chocolates, cosmetics, nicotine
products, etc. near the check-out aisles to capitalize on the impulsive buying
behavior of the customers.
WALMART:
Walmart is a multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount
department stores, and grocery stores. It was founded in 1962 by Sam Walton and is
headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas, USA. Walmart is one of the world's largest retailers
and operates stores in various formats, including Walmart Supercenters, discount stores, and
neighbourhood markets.
Features of Walmart:
1. Unbeatable prices:
Walmart low prices and offers on everyday products attracts customers of all ages and
backgrounds. Walmart’s price matching strategy is another example of Walmart’s
commitment to affordable prices. Walmart’s customers enjoy frequent offers, discounts and
money saving opportunities.
4. Shopping Experience:
Walmart’s staff are well reputed for their friendly attitude towards customers. Walmart’s
mobile app and self-checkout technology ensures a seamless shopping experience for all its
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customers. Walmart store’s expansive layout allows customers to move around
easily creating a comfortable shopping experience.
ABOUT DOMINO's
Domino's is a Global pizza brand that has made its position in the Pizza delivery
field. It has a core customer base from USA, followed by India, and Malaysia. According to
the statistics, Domino's main source of income comes from the sale of pizza. They are known
for their commitment to delivering pizza quickly and efficiently to the customers. Behind the
success of the brand, there is a well-thought-out marketing strategy that sets the company
apart from its competitors and propels it to the largest pizza hub in the world.
Domino's History
In 1960, Tom Monaghan and James, his brother, took over Dominick's which is an
existing restaurant in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Within eight months, James traded his half of the
share to Tom for a car that is used for delivering pizza. In the beginning, the sales did not go
well as Tom expected it would. One day Tom decided to place a bulletin board written
"Limited amount of Pizza available". Tom was shocked by the result of the decision he had
made, never before ever Tom had seen such a big crowd in front of his store for pizza. At this
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point, Tom understood the power of Strategy. Tom wanted to expand the shops but the
original owner forbade him from using the brand name as Dominick's. So Tom renamed the
brand name as Domino's after
the suggestion from his employee, Jim Kennedy. By 1970, There were 200 stores
nationwide and by the turn of the century, a national brand became an international brand
through its brave strategies.
Target Audience
The Main Audience of Domino's fast-food franchise in India were 18-35 age groups.
A college student would order pizza for a night in with friends, to a gym freak who would
end up having a pizza as their cheat meal, to a working professional who orders Domino’s
while working overtime. People between this age group have smartphones and spend hours
of their day on social apps who also constantly look for discounts and offers which are
offered by Domino’s India. The focus of the fast-food chain on delivery and technology
appeals to people who value convenience and speed. Furthermore, the company's menu
caters to both meat eaters and vegetarians, with veg pizza and non-veg pizza which helps to
attract a broader range of customers through franchise owners.
With a history of game-changing campaigns, and creative adverts, Domino's has risen to
become one of the world's largest pizza chains. Let's take a closer look at other best
marketing strategies that have made a difference, and put Domino's on the map as a global
brand.
1. Digital Platforms
2. Value Proposition
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3. Diverse Menus
For its customers' benefit, Domino's appeals its customer base with Dominos
veg menu and non-veg menu and it frequently introduces brand-new menu items and
technological innovations. This has helped Dominos to keep the brand fresh and relevant
while bringing in new customers.
This light hearted take on a serious subject not only generated discussion
and interaction on social media, but it also showed Domino's dedication to having a positive
effect on neighbourhood communities.
By knowing exactly who its target audience is at any point and catering to a specific set
of people, Starbucks has been able to stand apart from its competitors like Costa and Cafe
Coffee Day.
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Being a premium coffee brand, Starbucks has most of its customers belonging to the
upper economic segment. It targets youngsters and people who seek a peaceful space to
drink coffee. Its high-end customers fall in the 22-50 age group, both male and female.
Thus, the Starbucks target market constitutes:
High-income spenders
Health-conscious professionals
Coffee-addict youngsters
The Starbucks marketing mix segments its customers on a socio-economic level. The
distinguished offline experience and consistent online marketing efforts have made the brand
exceptional.
Marketing Mix
Starbucks' marketing mix very well incorporates the four P’s
Product: High-quality products justify the premium pricing. They ensure that the
coffee tastes better than its competitors. Their Barista Promise of fixing your
drink if you don't like it has attracted the masses.
Price: Starbucks sells their coffee at least 25% higher than other brands. It
offers its customers exceptional drinks and food, charges more, and the people
are willing to pay.
Promotion: From social media to TV to ads– the company uses various channels
for marketing its products. The mix of marketing media makes them stand out.
Compared to other major global brands like Apple, Starbucks spends the least
on their marketing but can still make an impact. Why? The robust Starbucks
marketing strategy has made all the difference.
Key Takeaway: Your brand can charge a higher price by providing a premium
experience and delivering better products than the competitors.
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Digital Expansion
Starbucks' social media accounts exhibit distinctive branding visually appealing content,
and interactive posts that enhance user engagement. The diverse content range has eye-
catching photography, videos, recipes, articles and more.
According to Apple’s financial reports for the year 2018, Apple has good continental
presence. The Company operates in the Americas, Europe, Greater China, Japan and Rest of
Asia Pacific. With reference to The Americas, this includes both North and South America.
With regards to the Europe segment, this includes European countries, as well as India, the
Middle East and Africa. Pertaining The Greater China segment, this includes China, Hong
Kong and Taiwan. The Rest of Asia Pacific segment includes Australia (Apple, 2018).
Building a Strong Brand Apple products are not gender restricted, both males and females
utilize these products. However, since Apple products are premium-priced, only the middle
and upper class can afford to purchase these products. However, both children and adults can
use Apple products. Most of the time, children play video games on the iPad and adults
normally use the iPhone and MacBook to work
1. Apple is known for innovative products and unique operating systems, setting it
apart from competitors like Samsung and Motorola who use Android.
2. Sleek and Minimalist Design: Apple places a strong emphasis on design aesthetics.
3. Content Marketing and Storytelling: Apple engages in effective content marketing by
telling compelling stories about its products. The company focuses on highlighting
the user experience, showcasing real-life applications, and emphasizing the impact of
its technology on people's lives.
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Apple Inc. is a world-renowned name for innovation and breakthroughs in the consumer
electronics and computer industry. Apple is known to be one of the greatest marketers of all
time because they understand that marketing is one of the most crucial aspects of a business
venture, which greatly determines its success in the consumer realm. This is why Apple has
always taken steps to keep its marketing process free of new market challenges in its attempt
to penetrate deeper into the market.
Apple Inc. is one of the world's most valuable brands, this is no surprise to many, as Apple has
a brand value of approximately $880.5 billion in 2023. The brand has been voted the winner of
the CMO Survey Award for Marketing Excellence for 10 consecutive years. This is because
Apple has had consistent marketing excellence built into its core principles, which other
companies will benefit from learning from and applying.
Apple’s marketing strategy is so effective that it has become a benchmark for other
companies who want to achieve the same global popularity, revenue growth, and staying
power.
Marketing is not just limited to advertising the products and services to the end customers. It
also entails the determination of complete channels through which a product or service is
going to be introduced in the niche market as well as its promotion throughout the potential
customer base in order to encourage them to buy the product. This is exactly what Apple is
good at doing, it creates an awareness of the product, has an effective marketing strategy, and
also focuses on developing a need for the product among other market sectors.
The iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, and Apple TV all these products have revolutionized their
respective market space, and their success is a direct result of their marketing strategies.
Apple goes way beyond what other brands do, they focus on creating products for their
target audience and loyal customers who truly believe that the company's products make
their lives better. So, what are the reasons Apple has remained a consistently excellent
marketer for over a decade? Let's look at its marketing strategy to find out.
However, the marketing genius of Apple goes way beyond just advertising. It’s no wonder
that Apple has been voted a winner across several CMO and Marketing Surveys
consecutively for over a decade. The key principles that are dear to Apple marketing
globally are as follow
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Rolls Royce’s Marketing
Strategy (Automotive
Industry)
Rolls Royce was established in the year 1904 in Manchester, UK. Charles Rolls and Henry
Royce. The foundation was built by the partnership of Charles Rolls and Henry Royce,
which also led to the brand name Rolls Royce.
Marketing Strategies:
1. Brand Positioning:
(i) Heritage:
Rolls Royce has established the brand as the pinnacle of luxury with a rich
history dating back over a century.
(ii) Exclusivity:
Rolls Royce has positioned itself as a brand for the elites, producing
limited quantities (approximately 4000-5000) of high-end vehicles each
year.
(iii) Craftsmanship:
Each Rolls Royce vehicle is handmade with meticulous attention to
minute detail, ensuring the utmost quality in both design and engineering.
(iv) Innovation:
Rolls Royce continues to innovate, incorporate cutting-edge technology
and sustainability practices into its products.
2. Target Audience:
(i) High Net Worth Individuals:
Rolls Royce offers a symbol of status and luxury. Rolls Royce targets
those high net-worth individuals who wants the ultimate luxury.
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(ii) Luxury Life Style Enthusiasts:
Rolls Royce targets the individuals who value craftsmanship, exclusivity and
sophistication.
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(iii) Car Collectors:
Rolls Royce has become a collector's item, Rolls Royce targets the
enthusiasts looking to add rare model cars to their collection.
3. Promotional Campaign:
(i) “Ghost Stories” Campaign:
A series of short films that portray the allure of the city in which the
Ghost (A Rolls Royce Cars Series) was born.
(ii) “Dear Rolls Royce” Campaign:
A letter-writing campaign promoting personalized design across social
media platforms.
(iii) Rolls-Royce “One of one” by Havas London:
It is a short film in which, a Siamese fighting fish is compared to a Rolls-
Royce Phantom to show how each is an “exquisitely unique creation” with
no competitors. The campaign aims to emphasize that Rolls-Royce Phantoms
are commissioned on a custom basis and are “one of a kind”.
(iv) Rolls-Royce “The Spirit of Ecstasy” by Hingston Studio:
The House of Rolls-Royce is a new effort launched by Rolls-Royce Motor
Cars to bring the tales, experiences, and legends associated with the legendary
brand to life.
(i) The amount spent on digital has increased to become a major component of
its marketing spend, Rolls-Royce remains a client-centric company that
thrives on the unique individual connections it has with its clients around the
world.
(ii) Client interaction fuelled by digital continues to rise as they keep in touch
with their clients and how they share their brand’s stories.
(iii) Rolls-Royce Motor Cars’ digital marketing strategy of record has been
THAT Agency, which has provided ongoing services such as search engine
optimization, paid search, and online marketing. Rolls Royce Motor’s social
media is likewise managed by that firm.
(iv) In an overview, compared to the industry average of 7-12 percent, the Rolls-
Royce Motor Cars social network has a stunning engagement rate of over 17
percent.
(v) 360 Degree Configurator, A digital platform allowing the customers
to customize and build a bespoke car according to their preferences.
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5. The STP Strategy:
Market Segmentation is the process of dividing a market into discrete groups
of buyers with various needs, features.
A Targeting Strategy includes a target market: a group of customers with similar
wants or characteristics whom the company has chosen to serve.
By establishing and promoting competitive advantages, a company distinguishes
itself and positions itself, it is known as Positioning Strategy.
(i) Segmentation:
Rolls-Royce segments the market based on demographic criteria such as
gender, age, income, and ethnicity. Customers are differentiated based on their
purchase patterns, such as usage frequency, benefits sought, usage contexts,
and brand loyalty.
(ii) Targeting:
Rolls-Royce, a long-standing symbol of status and aristocracy. Rolls-Royce
caters to the ultra-rich who have a royal, opulent, and well-known status and
who need a luxurious, fast, peaceful, and quick ride, as well as those who
desire a personalized car to experience the taste of exclusivity.
(iii) Positioning:
Rolls-Royce is a symbol of royal, extravagant, and well-known pride.
Handcrafted and finished by hand. Rolls-Royce automobiles do so to
distinguish and position their goods. The finest woods, wool, and
leathers constructed with the pride of English craftsmanship give the
car’s cabin a luxury ambiance.
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CONCLUSION
From the contents of the paper, we can understand the importance of marketing strategies
and gain valuable insights on the topic. To summarize, some of the main reasons why
marketing strategies are significant to a company’s growth are as follows:
Marketing strategy serves as a powerful tool for businesses, driving growth and fostering
customer relationships. By continuously evaluating and adapting to market dynamics,
organizations can stay ahead, create impactful campaigns, and achieve long-term success.
From well-known strategies like Loss Leader to niche strategies like Starbucks’
intentional name misspelling, all the different marketing strategies have helped in the
growth of the companies. In conclusion, we can understand that all the meticulously
planned and well thought-out marketing strategies have stopped at nothing to make these
companies the absolute best in their respective domains.
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REFERENCES
WALMART:
https://www.simplilearn.com/tutorials/marketing-case-studies-
tutorial/walmart-marketing-strategy
DOMINOS:
https://iide.co/case-studies/dominos-marketing-strategy/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Domino%27s
STARBUCKS:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Starbucks
https://iimskills.com/marketing-strategy-of-starbucks/
APPLE:
https://neilpatel.com/blog/7-key-strategies-that-you-must-learn-from-apples-
marketing/
ROLLS ROYCE:
https://iide.co/case-studies/marketing-strategy-of-rolls-royce/
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