Impact of positioning strategies on service firm performance |
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Authors: | Charles Blankson |
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Institution: | Department of Marketing & Logistics, College of Business, University of North Texas, 1167 Union Circle #311396, Denton, TX 76203-1396, USA |
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Abstract: | This research examines the application of positioning strategies of retail service firms in Texas. Four in-depth qualitative case studies and covert observation methods provide candid subterranean insight into retail positioning in a dynamic marketplace. “Branding”, “service”, “value for money” and, to a lesser extent, “reliability” and “attractiveness” positioning strategies emerge as the most dominant positioning strategies, although emphasis placed on each varies from firm to firm. Furthermore, all of the firms achieve acceptable sales and favorable consumer perceptions when employing these positioning strategies. Desired profits, return on investment (ROI), and market share are associated with these positioning strategies although not as “sales” and favorable “consumers' perceptions”. The results further show that the pursuit of multiple positioning strategies relates to multiple performance indicators. The paper concludes by providing normative suggestions and discussing theoretical and managerial implications. |
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Keywords: | Positioning strategies Firm performance Case study research Retail services Texas United States |
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