Introduction Discussion of the concept Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) is highly debatable with many varied views. This paper aims to discuss then main definitions‚ issues‚ dimensions benefits and barriers surrounding the concept/process. Definition of IMC The definition of integrated marketing communications continues to evolve and there is no shared agreement or meaning. Duncan and Everett (1993) claimed that it is hard to reach a definition of IMC because it is a process and concept
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Integrated marketing communication Integrated marketing communication (IMC) is an approach to brand communications where the different modes work together to create a seamless experience for the customer and are presented with a similar tone and style that reinforces the brand’s core message. Its goal is to make all aspects of marketing communication such as advertising‚ sales promotion‚ public relations‚ direct marketing‚ online communications and social media work together as a unified force rather
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IMC‚ brand communications‚ and corporate cultures Client/advertising agency co-ordination and cohesion Lynne Eagle‚ Philip J. Kitchen. European Journal of Marketing. Bradford: 2000. Vol. 34‚ Iss. 5/6; pg. 667 Abstract (Summary) The concept of integrated marketing communication (IMC) has received considerable coverage in the literature‚ but even its most ardent supporters have noted problems in translating the concept into reality. Reports on an extensive two-phase study of the New Zealand advertising
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Integrated marketing communication The Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) approach is becoming so popular among marketers. But why is the IMC so welcomed by most marketers? There are many reasons. The most fundamental reason is that marketers are recognizing the value of strategically integrating the various communication functions rather than having them operate autonomously. By coordinating their marketing communication efforts‚ companies can avoid duplication‚ take advantage of synergy
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1.0 Introduction "Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC) is a concept of marketing communications planning that recognizes the added value of a comprehensive plan. It evaluates the strategic roles of a variety of communications disciplines for example‚ general advertising‚ direct response‚ sales promotion and PR and combines these disciplines to provide clarity‚ consistency and maximum communications impact." -American Association of Advertising Agencies The importance of implementing
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ASSIGNMENT | GLOBAL INTEGRATED MARKETING COMMUNICATION Assessment for 2009/10 Term 3 Title: Critical Evaluation of Current Marketing Communications Practice & Theoretically Underpinned Marketing Communications Plan Selected Retail Organization: Nordstrom Date of Submission: Submitted To: Submitted By: INTRODUCTION Company’s overview Nordstrom is a sophisticated departmental store that offers a pleasant shopping experience to all who step on its floor. Nordstrom’s target markets
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fragmentation and the increasing communication options in recent years have contributed to the clutter the world is experiencing today. This has lead marketers to integrate their marketing communication tools in order to break through the barrier of noise and reach the target market‚ “marketing overload is forcing corporations to shout even louder” (keller 2001). In 1993 Shultz‚ Tannenbaum and Lauterborn introduced a new concept called Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC). This concept has generated
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Integrated Marketing Communications. Case study and Portfolio How Boots UK ‘makes use of the Integrated Marketing Communications concept.’ This assignment will be based on integrated marketing communications and its use in one real life organisation that communicates with its customers on a range of different platforms. I will analyse several adverts on different channel platforms in order to conclude on whether or not they succeed in co-ordinating their marketing communications effectively
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Reflection Paper: Integrated Marketing Communications Part II Althea Almendras - Gallardo September 22‚ 2012 How successful is the traditional advertising campaign nowadays? Many products still use the traditional and very costly method of advertising - using celebrity endorsers. This may catch attention to engage the customer on his initial consideration to purchase the product/service but does not guarantee repeat purchase. A great example would be Fit N Right – as a consumer looking
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Arts Science & Commerce ISSN 2229-4686 134 ROLE OF INTEGRATED MARKETING COMMUNICATION IN MODERN INDIAN BUSINESS Dr. Surendra Sisodia Editor- Share Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Studies‚ Jaipur (India) drsurendrasisodia@gmail.com Mr. Narendra Telrandhe‚ Assistant Professor‚ MGV’s Institute of Management & Research‚ Nashik (India) ABSTRACT The present paper torches upon the emergence of integrated marketing communications (IMC) that has significantly influenced thinking and acting
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