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Marketing Management (GBA513:001)

Case Study #1 “ASICS: Chasing a 2020 Vision”

Due: Thursday, October 18

1. Read the assigned case.


2. In the case analysis, include the discussion about the following:
1) The company is considering changes to the marketing mix of the core ASICS
brand. What would you recommend going forward on issues such as:
a) Product line (e.g., introducing mid-tier ASICS running shoes at a much
lower price point)
b) Channels to market (e.g., increasing company owned retail stores)
c) Communications (e.g., changing the current ad campaign of “Want it
More” and discontinuing sponsorship of the NYC marathon)

2) Was it wise for ASICS to acquire the fitness app RunKeeper? How can the
company best leverage this new digital asset?
3) Was it wise for ASICS to launch the lifestyle sub-brands Onitsuka Tiger and
Asics Tiger? What is the most effective approach for marketing these sub-brands
vis-à-vis the main ASICS brand?
4) Do you think the company is on the right track to achieving its 2020 goals?
Critically evaluate.

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