Operational Marketing Plan at Los Almendros Traditional Sweetering Agency Rocafuerte

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Rogger Eduardo Paz-Álava
Jairo Francisco Figueroa-Delgado

Abstract

The primary objective of the present research is to formulate an operational marketing plan designed to foster sales growth and penetrate new markets for Los Almendros, a traditional confectionery located in the Rocafuerte canton. To accomplish this, multiple data collection and analysis techniques were employed, including interviews, surveys, competitive profile matrices, SWOT analysis, and Porter's Five Forces model. These tools proved to be fundamental in tailoring the marketing plan to the specific needs of the confectionery. The study's results shed light on various internal and external factors affecting the business. Among the internal factors are the quality of the product and service, as well as satisfactory customer service. On the external side, economic, social, and political elements were identified, in addition to the confectionery's geographical location and the insufficiency of its advertising efforts. Based on the information gathered and analyzed, specific strategies, an action plan, and the required strategic direction are outlined for the business's optimal functioning. Particular emphasis is placed on integrating a well-articulated marketing mix aligned with the identified needs. In conclusion, the proposed action plan not only incorporates a comprehensive marketing mix but also underscores the importance of implementing Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) as a means to enhance the confectionery's advertising strategies and sales methods. This holistic approach ensures greater effectiveness in achieving Los Almendros' commercial objectives. 

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Paz-Álava, R. ., & Figueroa-Delgado , J. . (2023). Operational Marketing Plan at Los Almendros Traditional Sweetering Agency Rocafuerte . 593 Digital Publisher CEIT, 8(6), 372-379. https://doi.org/10.33386/593dp.2023.6.2107
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Investigaciones /estudios empíricos
Author Biographies

Rogger Eduardo Paz-Álava, Escuela Superior Politécnica Agropecuaria de Manabí Manuel Félix López - Ecuador

doi.org/10.33386/593dp.2022.3-1.837

Commercial Engineer, Master in Business Administration - Mention in Management of Small and Medium Agro-productive Companies. Teacher of the International Baccalaureate / Coordinator of the Creativity-Activity Projects. Service (CAS) in the UEP. Christ the King – Portoviejo; Teacher of the Leveling Process of the Higher Polytechnic Agricultural School of Manabí - Manuel Félix López. 

Jairo Francisco Figueroa-Delgado , Escuela Superior Politécnica Agropecuaria de Manabí Manuel Félix López - Ecuador

Marketing Engineer, Master of Business Administration – Mention in Management of Small and Medium Agro-productive Companies. Provincial Commercial Supervisor of the "Oriental" Food Industry. 

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