B Buffs

B Buffs

Internal Analysis: VRIO

Close-up of an albino alligator in water, symbolizing rare and valuable resources in the VRIO framework

VRIO resources—those that are Valuable, Rare, Inimitable, and well-Organized—can serve as powerful catalysts for sustained business success. VRIO What have we done so far? We’ve reviewed one possible structure for the marketing process: Situation Analysis – STP – 4P. As…

STP 1 – Segmentation and Targeting

Close-up of a dart hitting the bullseye on a dartboard, symbolizing segmentation, targeting and positioning in marketing strategy

Segmentation and Targeting: Pillars of Marketing Strategy Have you ever poured your heart and soul into developing a product or service, only to find that it doesn’t resonate with anyone? The more effort and sincerity you invest, the more painful…

STP 2 – Positioning

Close-up of a dart hitting the bullseye on a dartboard, symbolizing segmentation, targeting and positioning in marketing strategy

Competition in the market is almost always present, and to survive in this environment, effective positioning is essential. With strong positioning and meaningful differentiation, even if you can’t outperform your competitors, you can still coexist and succeed alongside them. For…

Product: It’s a mindset

There are countless products and services in the world, each with its own unique characteristics and development process. In this post, I want to explore the general mindset of marketers when it comes to products and services. The Foundation: Solving…

Product: Further Considerations

To develop a high-quality product, it’s important to consider more than just the product itself. In this post, I will explore two essential factors: employee satisfaction and service as a cue. Both play crucial roles in building customer loyalty and…

Price: A practical approach

Although pricing theories are abundant, small businesses often find them hard to apply; this section introduces a simple, practical starting point. Beyond Cost-Plus: Embracing Value-Based Pricing A common pitfall in pricing is relying on the cost-plus method. This means adding…

Making ‘Place’ Work for You

Supermarket beer shelf showing product placement as an example of Place in the 4Ps of marketing program, highlighting how distribution and availability influence consumer choice.

Understanding ‘Place’ in the 4Ps of Marketing In marketing, “Place” refers to the methods and locations used to deliver a product or service to customers. It includes distribution channels, logistics, and overall product accessibility. In this post, we focus specifically…