Thesis
Published
AMIDAS GONTOR’S INTEGRATED MARKETING COMMUNICATION STRATEGY IN INCREASING SALES
Abstract
The bottled drinking water industry in Indonesia is experiencing
increasingly intense competition, dominated by major brands such as Aqua, Le
Minerale, and Cleo. Amidas Gontor, as a business unit of Pondok Modern
Darussalam Gontor, faces challenges in enhancing its competitiveness and
expanding its market share amid this tight competition. The implementation of an
Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC) strategy has become an important
solution to increase brand awareness and boost sales. This study aims to analyze
how the integrated marketing communication strategy applied by Amidas Gontor
can improve its product sales. The research employed a qualitative method with a
descriptive approach. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews,
and documentation, using source triangulation techniques to ensure data validity.
The results show that Amidas Gontor applies seven key elements in its integrated
marketing communication strategy: (1) advertising through social media, (2) direct
marketing via a kiosk shopping system, (3) sales promotion in the form of discounts
and product guarantees, (4) personal selling through marketing agents, (5)
interactive marketing using WhatsApp and email, (6) public relations through brand
rebranding and visits to other bottled water producers, and (7) word of mouth
marketing through networks of students and their parents. This strategy has proven
effective in increasing sales and strengthening brand positioning in the market. The
conclusion of this study indicates that the application of integrated marketing
communication plays a significant role in enhancing Amidas Gontor’s brand
awareness and sales. However, there are still obstacles in the form of suboptimal
utilization of digital marketing. Therefore, this research suggests that Amidas
Gontor should further develop a more aggressive digital marketing strategy,
increase customer engagement through social media, and expand its distribution
network to reach a wider market.
Publication Details
InstitutionUniversitas Darussalam Gontor
DepartmentIlmu Komunikasi
Subjects23rd Dewey Decimal Classification > 300 – Ilmu Sosial > 330 - Ekonomi > 330 Ekonomi
23rd Dewey Decimal Classification > 300 – Ilmu Sosial > 330 - Ekonomi > 338 Produksi
23rd Dewey Decimal Classification > 300 – Ilmu Sosial > 380 - Perdagangan, komunikasi, dan transportasi > 380 Perdagangan, komunikasi, dan transportasi
23rd Dewey Decimal Classification > 300 – Ilmu Sosial > 330 - Ekonomi > 338 Produksi
23rd Dewey Decimal Classification > 300 – Ilmu Sosial > 380 - Perdagangan, komunikasi, dan transportasi > 380 Perdagangan, komunikasi, dan transportasi
KeywordsIntegrated Marketing Communication, Amidas Gontor, Sales Increase
Item ID7716
Deposited03 May 2025 05:33