Consumers in most parts of the world now have global access to products beyond those offered in their countries and cultures. This new space for comparison defined by globalization can result in very different purchasing behaviors, including those influenced by the 'country of origin'. This book investigates this effect, one of the most controversial fields of consumer literature, from a company perspective. In particular, it demonstrates the strategic relevance of the country of origin in creating and making use of the value in foreign markets. It also addresses the challenges connected with utilizing the value of the country of origin by considering different entry modes and international marketing channels. Further, it considers the role of international importers and international retailers’ assortment strategies in terms of value creation in foreign markets. Combining theory and practice, the book features diverse company perspectives and interviews with importers and retailers.

This book is a basic text for international marketing courses. It introduces the different elements of the international marketing mix and sets these in context. It discusses the firm’s strategic position: how it is orientated at present to take advantage of international marketing opportunities and how its strategy is developing. It: Stresses the wide differences between different overseas markets and the importance of handling sensitively particular local features. Examines the need to structure the whole business organisation in the right way and make international marketing effective Discusses the importance of communication and control Throughout case studies are used to highlight particular issues.

Expanding an organisation internationally presents both opportunities and challenges as marketing departments seek to understand different buying behaviours, power relations, preferences, loyalties and norms. International Marketing offers a uniquely adaptable strategy framework for firms of all sizes that are looking to internationalise their business, using Carl Arthur Solberg's tried and tested Nine Strategic Windows model. Compact and readable, this practical text offers the reader insights into: The globalisation phenomenon Partner relations And Strategic positioning in international markets. Solberg has also created a brand new companion website for the text, replete with additional materials and instructor resources. This functional study, complete with case studies that demonstrate how the theory translates to practice, is an ideal introduction to international marketing for advanced undergraduates and postgraduates in business and management. It also offers a pragmatic toolkit for managers and marketers that are seeking to expand their business into new territories.

This comprehensive text provides an in-depth appreciation of the theory and practice of international marketing from a European perspective, while considering the role of Europe within global marketing.

International marketing strategies are examined, from an analysis of political, social, business and competitive environments, to the the development of strategies to enter international markets. The author assesses how to select international markets, customers and how to develop products. He explains how to develop marketing programmes for businesses in consumer products, industrial products and service industries. The book incorporates teaching and learning aids, case studies, end-of-chapter discussion questions and references.

The new edition of this acclaimed work examines from an analytical and pragmatic outlook how to adapt marketing strategies to prevailing market conditions. Most of the 50 articles are new to the third edition and all are by recognized international experts. They have been carefully edited into an integrated framework to guide and stimulate the reader and fully reflect the rapidly changing world marketing environment. The objective is to help the reader define the problems he or she is likely to encounter in international marketing, bearing in mind that defining the problem is the single most important prerequisite to solving it. The present collection is designed to meet the need of both executives and students for impulses to stimulate their own thinking. It enables the reader to make his or her own diagnosis of differences and similarities in marketing structures around the world, and it provides guidelines for the planning of appropriate marketing strategies.