LEARNING OBJECTIVES

In this chapter we will address the following questions:

  1. How can a firm develop and establish an effective positioning?    
  2. How are brands successfully differentiated?
  3. How do marketers identify and analyze competition?       
  4. How can market leaders, challengers, followers, and nichers compete effectively?

Creating a compelling, well-differentiated brand position requires a keen understanding of consumer needs and wants, company capabilities, and competitive actions. In this chapter, we outline a process by which marketers can uncover the most powerful brand positioning. We also examine the role of competition and how to manage brands based on market position.

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