Midterm Flashcards
Name an international brand and how it is different? Why?
McDonalds- China VS US. International brands may have different associations abroad the home market
International sourcing can lead to
surprising supply chains like manufacturing of cars or designing apple IPhones
Apple iPhones
Designed in CA but made in China. *Watch the video
Starbucks
*Watch Video
Can all international brands be successful everywhere
No because some have a strong international appeal and some are meant to be local
What is a company that has a strong international appeal?
Nike
4Ps
Product Place Price and Promotion
How do the 4P’s relate to international marketing?
need to understand/consider the competition/consumer needs on a global and local level
Our economy is
connected globally. Any company, product, brand exists in most of the world
Sourcing and supply chains encompass the globe because
companies look to become and stay competitive
The connected world economy allows for
¥ Consumers have a larger set of options to choose from in addition to their local markets
How to classify countries
GNI, Development level, poverty level
GNI stands for
Gross national income
GNI Stages
High income countries, Upper-middle income, Lower-middle income, Low income
Development level
Developed countries, Industrializing or developing, Least developed countries, Underdeveloped (low income, civil strife, flat income, tend to be dangerous)
WTO Stands for
World Trade Organization