I.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A leader in today’s vision care industry in the Philippines, Executive
Optical, Inc. was founded in 1968 and now has a total of more than 75 branches
in key cities nationwide. EO Executive Optical Eyewear offers products like,
contact lenses, contact lenses solution. EO sun wear, SEEN eyewear, frames
and glasses. The customers can assure that products are comfortable because it
was made in lightweight, stylish, smooth, smooth edges, elegant, understated,
durable, titanium, with photochromic lens and anti-UV. Prices vary depending on
the product the customer will purchased, either based from the style uses.
EO don’t just sell eyeglasses and sunglasses; they also see to it that the
customers have the correct prescription. At Executive Optical also offer
computerized eye check-up performed by trained and licensed optometrists.
The primary target market of EO are people who are suffering from poor
eyesight regardless of their age. Customers can guarantee their safety because
of proper prescription, see clearly and enjoy life by having good eyesight. The
company has numerous branch located at malls or a separate building around
the city. Also, target market may reach the product through TV commercials,
radio ads, print ads and billboard. It also has online access like official website,
Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.
The short term objective of EO is to maximize the products capability to
have high sales growth. On the other hand, long term objective is to be the
clients' only choice for eye care products and services in every location where
the company operates.
In-house management teams includes a visual merchandiser that is
responsible for envisioning, planning, and implementing cost-effective in-store
displays, annual visual strategy for events and promotions to create, dynamic,
and entertaining for customers, as well as supporting sales to meet bottom-line
targets. Petty cash, payables, receivables, bank reconciliation, liquidations,
payroll, and other money-related matters are handled by a treasury assistant,
purchasing assistant acts as a go-between for the company and its vendors. In
charge of placing direct orders for items, product quality and functionality are
checked by production technicians. HR assistant for timekeeping and recruitment
of employees, graphic artist is responsible for designing and laying up marketing
and store collaterals, field auditor who conducts audits of branches around the
country (inventory; compliance-operations). The marketing goal of EO is to
increase the market share, sales growth, and be the first choice of every
customers in every location it operates.
Executive Optical Inc. (EO) is a Philippine-based optical company that
sells eyeglasses, contact lenses, and sunglasses. Its main goal is to provide the
best quality of eyewear to customers which are made by well-trusted
management team.
II. CURRENT MARKET SITUATION
A. The Situational Environment
1. Social and Cultural Factors
Social factor is vital as a marketing driver for customers commonly
based their decision in others opinions. EO Executive Optical official
website has a section where testimonials and feedbacks are posted for
the references and reviews of customers. Target market often search
for feedbacks and before buying decisions that is why posted reviews
is a key point in the acceptance of EO products. Example is
“Lightweight eyewear and welcoming staff. Glorietta branch” by Shaira.
On the other hand, cultural factor such as good eyesight is equal to
happy life brings customers the idea of having a trusted and high
quality eyewear results to great opportunities.
2. Demographic Forces
Demographic forces affects the acceptance or rejection of EO
product for the population indicates the possible number of customers
the company main have. As the population increases, probability of
customers may also increase since poor eyesight is common to people
especially as they gets old, vice versa. At the same time, other factors
may affect the conditions of the vision of individuals.
3. Economic and Business Conditions
Quezon City is the highest population in the Philippines with nearly
3 million as of 2020. It is considered as one of the top busiest city with
abundance of business establishments and was the wealthiest city as
of year 2020 with approximately 452.33 billion Philippine pesos worth
of asset value. Following by a large margin was Makati City with assets
of about 238.47 billion Philippine pesos. Given that the city is
progressive, people are more prone to poor eyesight due to numerous
radiation and emission of pollution. Good eyesight is a key factor in this
kind of business because office workers and business people use too
much technology that requires effective eye protection and high quality
eyewear.
4. State of Technology
EO Executive Optical offers a various variety of eyewear to the
customers. Products are made from Carbon Fiber frames feature a
high strength-to-weight ratio and are extremely stiff, making them the
ideal eyewear material for persons who are very active outdoors. It is
long-lasting, non-corrosive, and light. Since the demand and trend
changes fast, the style, quality and materials requires to meet the
needs and expectations of the customers. The product comes up with
three layer packaging; the hard case, a box and paper bag to ensure
that the product will not be damage in all circumstances. High
technology results to increase in the products production, marketing
situation and sales growth.
5. Laws and Regulations
According to Republic Act No. 8050, “The State recognizes the
essential role of optometry as a profession in safeguarding and
enhancing the health and general physical well-being of the citizenry.”
An act to regulate optometry practice, improve optometric education,
integrate optometrists, and for other purposes. EO Executive Optical
ensures that the optometrist the company hires are certified, educated
and well-mannered. Scamming and fake certificates are common
issues today which the team assures the hired employees and
applicants are qualified for the position.
6. Financial Climate
EO Executive Optical will use different flat forms to promote the
products. Along EDSA which facing traffic flow a size of 50 ft. x 70 ft.
billboard frame advertising cost is Php.200, 000.00 a month, with a
contract of minimum of 1 year, renewable. This not include the
tarpaulin approximately costing Php.100, 000.00. For the radio
advertisement, Easy Rock price depending on the coverage, it ranges
to Php.1700 – Php.5500. A simple 15 seconds commercial on
primetime spot is about P100, 000 to P400, 000. The number of times
an ad is repeated on a single spot is referred to as "Frequency." Prices
may vary depending on a program's scheduling and ratings. The
higher the rating of a show, the higher the expense, but the
viewership / awareness of the product will be maximized. The loan
which cost Php.500, 000.00 can cover all the marketing promotion of
Php.405, 500.00.
B. The Competition
The top three competitors of EO Executive Optical are; Eye Society
which is one of the biggest eyewear boutiques in the Philippines. Designer
frames is one of its advantages. Unlike other merchants, Eye Society's
stores are usually large enough for you to wander around and try on
whatever you like. Though it is known for its expensive products, it also
has a number of mid-priced brands that are nearly free. The second is
Nackymade, which is designed to exactly frame the customer's face using
accurate measurements. It's recognized for its bright colors and intricate
embellishments, such as dinosaur-shaped arms. Third is the Ronnie $&
Joe, one of the few places where you can be sure that everything has
been meticulously chosen. And it's actually a positive thing in this
scenario. It has a cool mix of handmade high-quality pairs, hyper-trendy
frames that will make you stand out, and even companies you've probably
never heard of, with the majority of them being exclusive to the shop.
Overall, even for its cool interiors, it's a must-see. Companies have
different advantages in terms of product, place, price and the other
marketing mix. Others may have advantage in relation to the price, some
in the quality, location and style.
C. Strengths and Weaknesses Analysis
1. Strengths
a. The management team are all qualified and well-trained. Each
employee has a degree in the position they applied for with
experience related to the position. Through the training held,
employees are able to enhance their critical ad problem solving
skills, teamwork, professionalism, oral and written
communication skills and leadership.
2. Weaknesses
b. EO Executive Optical management team are adaptive which
results to a tendency of taking too much responsibility in the
project. Also, discomfort of taking big risks since the future and
name of the company is in the line in terms of any actions and
decision.