What is Macroenvironment
This consists of the larger societal forces that affect the micro-environment
What is Micro Environment
this involves the actors close to the company that affect the company's ability to serve its customers
What is the MIS System
A Marketing Information System is a system that gathers, organizes, and shares information about customers, competitors, and the market environment so a company can plan and serve its customers effectively.
List 2 micro environment factors that can affect the company
Customers: Their needs, preferences, and loyalty drive the company’s strategies.
Competitors: Rival firms influence pricing, product quality, and innovation.
Suppliers: Availability and reliability of suppliers affect product quality and delivery.
Intermediaries: Distributors, retailers, and logistics partners help connect the company to customers.
Publics: Media, local communities, and advocacy groups can shape reputation and customer trust.
Give 3 Macro environment factors that can affect the business and explain
Demographic: Population size, age distribution, education levels, and cultural trends influence customer needs and preferences.
Economic: Inflation, unemployment, consumer purchasing power, and overall economic growth determine how much customers can and will spend.
Natural: Resource availability, sustainability concerns, and environmental regulations can affect production and customer expectations (e.g., demand for eco-friendly products).
Technological: Innovation, automation, and digital platforms change how companies deliver products and interact with customers.
Political/Legal: Government policies, trade regulations, and consumer protection laws shape what companies can offer and how they operate.
Socio-Cultural: Shifts in values, lifestyles, and social attitudes (e.g., health consciousness, diversity, inclusivity) influence demand patterns.
How do companies react to the marketing Environment
Reactive- Watch and react to forces in the environment.
proactive-Take aggressive actions to affect forces in the environment.
Uncontrollable- React and adapt to forces in the environment.
List the parts of the MIS
Internal Records System
Marketing Intelligence System
Marketing Research System
Analytical Marketing System
What is the steps in marketing research
1 Define the Problem and Research Objectives
2 Develop the Research Plan
3 Collect & Analyze Data
4 Report Findings & Take Action