Marketing Strategy

1) Executive Summary: Zain (formerly known as Fastlink), was established in 1994, to launch mobile services in Jordan. Zain quickly became the foremost telecom company in the country, owning over twenty six outlets strategically located around the Kingdom. It also relies on indirect outlets by providing logistical support to dealers, thus its brand is visible all over, building momentum and strength, and becoming one of the first recognizable brands nationally. The Jordanian telecommunications market is currently highly competitive, being the only country in the region and one of the few worldwide with four operators. When first established Zain Jordan used to be the only service provider, even when the second operator was introduced it was able to maintain its leading position due the vast technological advancements, distinguished services and products. It safeguarded its strengths and drew on the loyalty of the customers to the well known brand.
As the competition grew, and new operators were introduced to the market, Zain has to resort to innovative means to protect its market share and revenues. Zain now offers unprecedented service that distinguish it from the other operators: The One Network, consumers can talk to Zain customers in other countries with the same local cost with no roaming charges, countries include Zain Bahrain, Iraq, Sudan, and soon to be Saudi Arabia.
Zain was also the first in the Middle East to launch the roaming service on aircrafts, where customers can use their Zain serviced mobile phones on aircrafts to call any country of their choice.
In this case study, a review of Zain marketing strategies, demonstrate the efforts of Zain Jordan to preserve its market share and revenues, in a highly competitive market.

2) Mission:
Zain Introduction (The ZAIN story: Success with a big heart)
Thirteen years ago, in 1994, Zain (formerly known as Fastlink), revolutionized telecommunications in Jordan by introducing GSM mobile services