SMG White Papers

Thought provoking and insightful papers on a variety of strategic marketing issues.

SMG 2.0 Marketing Services

Social media and Web 2.0 marketing services for visitor bureaus and DMOs.
Type: Adobe Acrobat PDF
Size: unknown
Posted On: July 19, 2007

The California Traveler 2007 Report is now Available!

SMG syndicated marketing research study with in-depth data about California residents' attitudes, behaviors and perceptions about travel. 4 different reports starting at $299.
Type: Adobe Acrobat PDF
Size: unknown
Posted On: April 27, 2007

Dispatches From the Marketplace, The Implication of High Oil Prices on Direct Marketing Organization

A timely white paper speculating on the new paradigm shift that oil prices will have on tourism.
Type: Adobe Acrobat PDF
Size: unknown
Posted On: June 12, 2008

South Shore Economy in Transition

White paper detailing how the changing economy will impact South Shore in the short and long run.
Type: Adobe Acrobat PDF
Size: 393K
Posted On: September 26, 2005

Creating an Online Marketing Strategy

An overview of online media tactics and their placement within a marketing strategy.
Type: Microsoft Word
Size: 121K
Posted On: January 19, 2003

A Marketing Response to September 11

A checklist for adjusting your marketing efforts in response to soft travel demand.
Type: Microsoft Word
Size: 80K
Posted On: March 30, 2002

Impact of Northern California Tribal Gaming on the Gaming and Tourism Economy of Reno/Sparks

The impact of Northern California Tribal Gaming on the gaming industry in Reno/Sparks and suggested strategic directions to combat the pending competitive threats are presented by William Eadington, Professor of Economics at the University of Reno, NV.
Type: Microsoft Word
Size: 28K
Posted On: March 30, 2002

Co-Branding

Discover the benefits and possibilities of co-branding your product with others.
Type: Microsoft Word
Size: 97K
Posted On: November 3, 2001

Marketing Strategies For Mature Destination

Explore how mature destinations can remain competitive in the face of new challenges.
Type: Microsoft Word
Size: 136K
Posted On: November 3, 2001

Game Theory and Your Marketing Efforts

Understand how Game Theory can be used as a strategic tool for your organization.
Type: Microsoft Word
Size: 88K
Posted On: August 9, 2001

Hurry Up! How Speed as a Strategy Can Make Your Destination More Competitive

Use speed as part of your marketing strategy to make your organization more competitive.
Type: Microsoft Word
Size: 87K
Posted On: August 9, 2001

Marketing Niches as a Strategic Tool

Develop marketing niches as a long term startegic tool to make your destination more competitive.
Type: Microsoft Word
Size: 112K
Posted On: August 8, 2001

Alternative Tourism: Ecotourism and its Many Shades of Green

Insight to consider for developing a framework for green tourism strategies.
Type: Microsoft Word
Size: 115K
Posted On: August 4, 2001