MindMap Gallery How companies position themselves in the market
Enterprise market positioning means that the enterprise determines the target market and target customers in the market, and develops marketing strategies such as products, pricing, promotions and channels suitable for the market through specific market strategies to meet customer needs and achieve competitive advantage. Through market positioning, companies can understand the needs and competition of the target market, clarify the competitive advantages of products and target customers, and formulate more targeted marketing strategies. Market positioning can also help companies increase market share and profitability, while establishing corporate brand image and enhancing consumer recognition and loyalty to corporate products or services.
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Ce calendrier annuel, créé avec EdrawMax, présente une disposition claire et organisée des mois de janvier à décembre. Chaque mois est affiché dans un cadre distinct, montrant les jours de la semaine et les dates correspondantes. Les weekends (samedis et dimanches) sont mis en évidence pour une meilleure visibilité. Ce format est idéal pour la planification et l'organisation des activités tout au long de l'année, offrant une vue d'ensemble rapide et facile à consulter.
This quarterly calendar overview for 2026, created with EdrawMax, presents a structured and colorful layout of the entire year divided into four quarters. Each quarter is displayed in a separate column, showcasing the months within that quarter in a clear grid format. The days of the week are labeled, and each date is marked within its respective cell, allowing for easy identification of dates across the year. This calendar is an excellent tool for long-term planning, providing a comprehensive view of the year at a glance.
This weekly calendar for 2026 is designed using EdrawMax to provide a detailed and organized view of each week, starting from January. The left side features a mini monthly calendar for quick reference, highlighting the current week in yellow. Below it, there's a section for weekly goals to help prioritize tasks. The main area is a time-grid from 6:00 AM to 12:00 AM, divided into half-hour slots, allowing for precise scheduling of daily activities throughout the week. This layout is ideal for managing a busy schedule efficiently.
How companies position themselves in the market
Market positioning is the process by which an enterprise obtains a competitive advantage in a specific market by determining the position of its products or services in the minds of consumers and by differentiating them from competitors.
Determine target market
Research market demand: Understand the needs and preferences of consumers in the market and the performance of competitors
Define target consumers: Determine the characteristics, behaviors and needs of target consumers
Specific market segments: Based on the characteristics of target consumers, further segment the market to find available market segments.
Select target markets: Select appropriate target markets based on market segment availability, growth potential, and competition.
Research competitors
Investigate competitors: Collect competitor information, such as product features, pricing strategies, market shares, etc., to understand their strengths and weaknesses
Analyze competitors: Conduct SWOT analysis of competitors to determine their strengths and weaknesses and provide basis for positioning strategy
Determine differentiation: Find points of differentiation from your competitors and determine how to appeal to your target market through these points of differentiation.
Determine market positioning strategy
Positioning: Determine the positioning of the product or service in the target market
Brand building: Create a unique brand image through brand image, brand story and other means to attract the target market with differentiation
Pricing strategy: Determine the pricing strategy based on positioning and target market needs to maintain matching with the target market
Communication strategy: Choose appropriate communication channels and methods to convey the positioning information of products or services to the target market
Positioning evaluation: Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of the market positioning strategy, and make adjustments and optimizations based on market feedback.
Implement market positioning strategy
Product development: Develop products or services that meet the needs of the target market based on market needs and positioning strategies
Channel construction: establishing sales channels and sales networks suitable for the target market to deliver products or services to target consumers
Promotional marketing: conveying product or service positioning information to the target market through advertising, promotions, public relations and other means
Market adjustment: timely adjust market positioning strategies based on market feedback and changes to maintain competitive advantage
Customer relationship management: Establish good relationships with consumers in target markets, provide high-quality after-sales services, and maintain customer loyalty.
Successful market positioning cases
Apple: Focusing on innovation and high-end positioning, it has created a high-quality image and attracted a large number of consumers who pursue taste and high technology.
Coca-Cola: Positioning itself as the world’s most popular carbonated beverage brand through strong branding and advertising
Nike: Positioning itself with sports, inspiration and superiority to become the world's leading sports brand
Airbnb: By providing unique homestay services, it meets consumers’ needs for accommodation experience and achieves differentiated positioning in the market
Tesla: With its positioning of environmental protection and high technology, it has successfully created a high-end electric vehicle brand and achieved disruptive innovation in the market.
Precautions
The selection of the target market must be precise and try to avoid all-encompassing generalized positioning.
The positioning strategy should match the core competitiveness of the enterprise and avoid over-expansion.
The communication of positioning information should be accurate, consistent and attractive to increase awareness and acceptance by the target market
Market positioning is an ongoing process that requires continuous follow-up of market dynamics and competition conditions, adjustments and optimization.