scholarly journals The Role of Integrated Marketing Communications in Enhancement of SMEs Growth in South Africa

2015 ◽  
Vol 7 (2(J)) ◽  
pp. 139-144
Author(s):  
Lawrence Mpele LEKHANYA
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Marketing Communication ◽  
Integrated Marketing Communications ◽  
Integrated Marketing ◽  
Integrated Marketing Communication ◽  
Communication Tools ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Communication Approach

The intention of this paper is to discover and empirically test the knowledge gap exist with regard to the role that integrated marketing communication (IMC) plays in the enhancement of SMEs growth. A quantitative approach is followed in this paper, with a questionnaire as the research instrument and questionnaire items established through a literature review. A sample of 374 SMEs owners/managers agreed to complete the questionnaire. In order to give a descriptive overview of variables relevant to the objectives of the study, a Cronbach test was performed. Certain ability in marketing communication by SMEs was evident from the sample. However, very few marketing communication tools are fully applied in order to enhance SMEs growth. A significant starting point, in attaching importance to the role of IMC enhancement of SMEs growth, is constituted by this paper’s sample, even though it is restrictively small. Practitioners may, from this paper, understand where intervention guidelines are needed, in order to improve an IMC plan needed for SMEs. Compared to previous research done on large company practices, this paper represents an original trial to empirically apply the marketing communication approach within SMEs.

Modeling Integrated Marketing Communications for SME Environments

2019 ◽  
pp. 69-98
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Study ◽  
Service Marketing ◽  
Communication Process ◽  
Marketing Communications ◽  
Marketing Communication ◽  
Integrated Marketing Communications ◽  
Integrated Marketing ◽  
Integrated Marketing Communication ◽  
Communication Tools ◽  
First Time

This chapter explores the concept and planning of integrated marketing communication (IMC) in the context of the SME environment. The chapter explains the communication process in SME context along with above-the-line, below-the-line, through-the-line channels and different communication tools. Relevant examples and empirical study are addressed in this chapter, and a proper guideline of IMC in the field of SME for the very first time in the area of service marketing is developed. Policymakers, entrepreneurs, and even academicians will get the insights and impactful ideas from this SME context IMC study.

scholarly journals Relationship Between Integrated Marketing Communication and Brand Equity

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nadia - Theodora
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Brand Equity ◽  
Direct Relationship ◽  
Marketing Communication ◽  
Integrated Marketing ◽  
Integrated Marketing Communication ◽  
Simultaneous Application ◽  
The Relationship

This study will try to explain the relationship between the application of integrated marketing communication (IMC) and its influence to the establishment and development of brand equity and also will look at the role of each element of integrated marketing communication to brand equity. This article uses the literature review method by summarizing the result of various credible studies that highlight the relationship between IMC and brand equity. The result shows that there is a direct relationship between the simultaneous application of all elements of IMC to the formation of brand equity. But partially each element of IMC has its own impact on the formation of brand equity, depending on the context of the company, region, time, and target consumers.Keywords : Integrated Marketing Communication, Brand, Brand Equity, IMC

Peran Komunikasi Pemasaran Terpadu dalam Peningkatan Pendapatan Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah (UMKM)

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 449
Author(s):  
Suci Awalia Rahmadani ◽  
Dwi Retno Hapsari
Keyword(s):  
Significant Relationship ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Marketing Communication ◽  
Integrated Marketing Communications ◽  
Integrated Marketing ◽  
Integrated Marketing Communication ◽  
Medium Enterprises

Pertumbuhan dan perkembangan Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah (UMKM) memberikan dampak positif bagi perekonomian Indonesia. Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah digunakan untuk mengurangi pengangguran dan menyerap tenaga kerja. Pemasaran menjadi salah satu masalah utama yang dihadapi oleh UMKM. Komunikasi pemasaran terpadu dapat digunakan untuk memperkenalkan produk kepada pelanggan dengan menggunakan komponen-komponen yang ada. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis peran komunikasi pemasaran terpadu pada peningkatan pendapatan UMKM. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif yang didukung oleh data kualitatif dengan responden sebanyak 33 orang. Hasil penelitian yang diperoleh menunjukkan bahwa tidak ada hubungan signifikan antara karakteristik UMKM dengan komunikasi pemasaran terpadu, tidak terdapat hubungan signifikan antara karakteristik pelaku UMKM dengan komunikasi pemasaran terpadu, terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara komponen komunikasi pemasaran terpadu dengan peningkatan pendapatan UMKM, dan terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara komunikasi pemasaran terpadu dengan peningkatan pendapatan UMKM.Kata kunci: komunikasi pemasaran terpadu, peningkatan pendapatan, usaha mikro kecil dan menengah==========ABSTRACTThe growth and development of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) has a positive impact on the Indonesian economy. MSMEs are used to reduce unemployment and absorb labor. Marketing is one of the main problems faced by MSMEs. Integrated marketing communication can be used to introduce products to customers by using existing components. This study aims to analyze the role of integrated marketing communication in increasing MSME income. This study uses a quantitative approach that is supported by qualitative data with 33 respondents. The results obtained showed that there was no significant relationship between the characteristics of MSMEs with integrated marketing communication, there was no significant relationship between the characteristics of MSMEs actors with integrated marketing communications, there was a significant relationship between the components of integrated marketing communication with an increase in MSME income, and there was a significant relationship between integrated marketing communication with an increase in MSME income. Keywords: income rise, intergrated marketing communication, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises

scholarly journals Peran Komunikasi Pemasaran Terpadu dalam Peningkatan Pendapatan Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah (UMKM)

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 453
Author(s):  
Suci Awalia Rahmadani ◽  
Dwi Retno Hapsari
Keyword(s):  
Significant Relationship ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Marketing Communication ◽  
Integrated Marketing Communications ◽  
Integrated Marketing ◽  
Integrated Marketing Communication ◽  
Medium Enterprises

Pertumbuhan dan perkembangan Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah (UMKM) memberikan dampak positif bagi perekonomian Indonesia. Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah digunakan untuk mengurangi pengangguran dan menyerap tenaga kerja. Pemasaran menjadi salah satu masalah utama yang dihadapi oleh UMKM. Komunikasi pemasaran terpadu dapat digunakan untuk memperkenalkan produk kepada pelanggan dengan menggunakan komponen-komponen yang ada. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis peran komunikasi pemasaran terpadu pada peningkatan pendapatan UMKM. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif yang didukung oleh data kualitatif dengan responden sebanyak 33 orang. Hasil penelitian yang diperoleh menunjukkan bahwa tidak ada hubungan signifikan antara karakteristik UMKM dengan komunikasi pemasaran terpadu, tidak terdapat hubungan signifikan antara karakteristik pelaku UMKM dengan komunikasi pemasaran terpadu, terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara komponen komunikasi pemasaran terpadu dengan peningkatan pendapatan UMKM, dan terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara komunikasi pemasaran terpadu dengan peningkatan pendapatan UMKM.Kata kunci: komunikasi pemasaran terpadu, peningkatan pendapatan, usaha mikro kecil dan menengah==========ABSTRACTThe growth and development of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) has a positive impact on the Indonesian economy. MSMEs are used to reduce unemployment and absorb labor. Marketing is one of the main problems faced by MSMEs. Integrated marketing communication can be used to introduce products to customers by using existing components. This study aims to analyze the role of integrated marketing communication in increasing MSME income. This study uses a quantitative approach that is supported by qualitative data with 33 respondents. The results obtained showed that there was no significant relationship between the characteristics of MSMEs with integrated marketing communication, there was no significant relationship between the characteristics of MSMEs actors with integrated marketing communications, there was a significant relationship between the components of integrated marketing communication with an increase in MSME income, and there was a significant relationship between integrated marketing communication with an increase in MSME income. Keywords: income rise, intergrated marketing communication, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises

scholarly journals Integrated Marketing Communication Bawean Island Tour

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 276
Author(s):  
Nur Maghfirah Aesthetika ◽  
Poppy Febriana
Keyword(s):  
Data Analysis ◽  
Descriptive Study ◽  
Communication Strategy ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Marketing Communication ◽  
Integrated Marketing Communications ◽  
Integrated Marketing ◽  
Integrated Marketing Communication ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive ◽  
Depth Interviews

Bawean Island which is within the scope of Gresik Regency has the potential of nature, culture, and religiontourism. The natural resources that have this potential will develop if managed and promoted with an effective and efficient strategy. The purpose of this study to analyze the communication strategy used by the local government of Gresik Regency in promoting potential tourism in Bawean Island. In this qualitative descriptive study the primary data was obtained through in-depth interviews with the head of Departement of Culture Tourist Youth and Sport in Gresik. The questions in the interview related to Bawean Island tourism promotion strategic plan along with what has been done by related parties. Data analysis was performed using interactive techniques from Miles and Huberman. The results of this study show that the Department of Culture, Tourism, Youth, and Sports has not had a marketing strategy and implementation based Integrated Marketing Communications. The strategies and promotions that have been there are also still not running optimally.

scholarly journals Information Technology, Marketing Database and the Process of Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC): A Resource-Capability Nexus

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ayaz Ahmad ◽  
Salniza Md. Salleh ◽  
Selvan a/l Perumal
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Marketing Communications ◽  
Marketing Communication ◽  
Integrated Marketing Communications ◽  
Integrated Marketing ◽  
The Past ◽  
Technology Marketing ◽  
Industry Professionals ◽  
Research Avenue

This study aims at identifying and conceptually linking Information Technology, Marketing Database and the IMC process in a resource paradigm. It also conceptually posits the mediated role of Marketing Database to further transmit the absorbed effect to the IMC process. Review of the past studies has been done to conceptually connect these resources and/or capabilities. This paper establishes different relationships to be further tested empirically for both the academia and industry professionals. The main contribution is to conceptually theorize all the three concept and linking them conceivably that were either missing or vague in the marketing communication literature. Further, it also provides a research avenue to seek the complementarity of such resources by utilizing the extended RBV theory. The theoretical framework proposed is based on past literature from the RBV and marketing communications literature positing some new structural paths beside certain previous linkage (s) if any.

Motivations and Communication Effectiveness of Solar Energy Adoption among Malaysian Household Consumers

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 67-81
Author(s):  
Siti Haslina Md Harizan
Keyword(s):  
Solar Energy ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Jel Classification ◽  
Photovoltaic System ◽  
Marketing Communication ◽  
Solar Pv ◽  
Integrated Marketing ◽  
Snowball Sampling ◽  
Integrated Marketing Communication ◽  
Communication Tools

Objective - This paper aims to explain the motivational drives underlying the use of solar energy and to examine the effectiveness of integrated marketing communication tools in the dissemination of solar PV information among household consumers in Malaysia. Methodology/Technique - Data was collected using in-depth interviews, participant observations, and on-site visits to participants' homes. Sixteen private household consumers who were registered with the Sustainable Energy Development Authority Malaysia (SEDA), and who were located in different regions of several states in Malaysia, were selected using purposive and snowball sampling. The data was then transcribed and analyzed by identifying the themes and commonalities of the respondents. Findings - The findings indicate that there are 4 motivating factors that lead to solar PV adoption. Those are: economic, societal well-being, environmental well-being, and knowledge/cognition. The integrated marketing communication tools found to be most effective include mass media (television), electronic media (including social media and websites) and interpersonal sources. Novelty - The study elaborates on the motivations underlying the adoption of solar energy based on the real experiences of solar PV users. The study also assesses the effectiveness of integrated marketing communication tools used by various stakeholders in promoting solar PV systems based on user feedback. Type of Paper - Empirical Keywords: Integrated Marketing Communication; Motivation; Residential; Solar Photovoltaic System; Sustainable Marketing. JEL Classification: M31, O33

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