KFC China’s Marketing Strategy: Case Study – Week 6, Week 6

Summary

KFC China's marketing strategy is examined. It explains how KFC China adapts its marketing mix. Students learn about the company's current approach and its future challenges.

Product Strategy

KFC China adapts its menu to local tastes. It varies spiciness levels by region. The company also focuses on the dining experience and brand equity. Quality control is a potential concern.

Pricing Strategy

KFC China uses a high price to position itself as a quality option. This price covers operating costs and creates a positive brand image. However, it may alienate some consumers.

Promotion Strategy

KFC China promotes itself as a family-oriented restaurant. It uses a mascot and public relations to appeal to Chinese culture. The company also supports local industry.

Place Strategy

KFC China focuses on tactical store locations and a strong logistics network. It enters local towns with high foot traffic. The company also has its own distribution system.

Key terms

Marketing mix

The combination of product, price, promotion and place.

Localisation

Adapting products to suit local tastes and preferences.

Brand equity

The value of a brand's reputation and image.

Logistics network

The system of warehouses and trucks used to distribute products.

Public relations

The practice of managing the spread of information between an individual or an organisation and the public.

Supply chain

The network of suppliers and intermediaries that provide goods and services.

Questions this document helps with

• How does KFC China adapt its menu to local tastes?
• What is KFC China's pricing strategy?
• How does KFC China promote itself as a family-oriented restaurant?

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