Exploration of Methods for Small Businesses in Determining The Brand Positioning  through Marketing Mix Concept

Irene Teresa Rebecca; Anita Maharani

doi:10.21512/tw.v19i1.4276

Authors

Irene Teresa Rebecca Bina Nusantara University
Anita Maharani Bina Nusantara University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21512/tw.v19i1.4276

Keywords:

small business, brand positioning, marketing mix

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to show how small business owner reconstructed brand for its products through the concept of 7Ps. The research method used was qualitative, with in-depth interviews with the owner of the brand Keona. The results show that Keona products keep producing an updated model that is able to compete, supported by price and after-sales service. Then, consumers can find the products through the variety of channels. Results of this study encourages managerial implications that the business owner of bag Keona should keep up the quality assurance of its products, referring to standard operational procedures for service. Moreover, the owner should also optimize the features of social media as a means of marketing, and produce product line for any segments.

Dimensions

Plum Analytics

Author Biographies

Irene Teresa Rebecca, Bina Nusantara University

Binus Entrepreneurship Center

Anita Maharani, Bina Nusantara University

Business Management Program

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