Competitor marketing analysis
We will study competitors, their strengths and weaknesses, to find the best positioning for your business.
In simple terms, what is competitor analysis and why does a business need it
Competitor analysis – is no less important in developing a product/service promotion strategy than market analysis. It is a study of how your competitors operate: what products they offer, how they communicate with customers, which channels they use, and what they do better or worse than others. This helps a business understand how to stand out and take a stronger position in the market.
What are the criteria for competitor analysis?
- segmentation of competitors into direct and indirect
- products/services
- positioning, USP, type and place of communication, design
- tools (website analysis, including SEO, SMM profiles, competitors’ contextual advertising)
- customer journey, reviews
- pricing policy
- competitors’ partners
- tools and technologies competitors use
Why is competitor monitoring needed?
1. to be prepared and understand:
- which consumer problems competitors’ products/services solve
- what strengths and weaknesses competitors have
- what actions competitors may take
- how to differentiate and what to add
2. to effectively promote your products/services, including developing positioning, USP, promotion strategy
3. to make the right strategic and tactical decisions
What are the main stages of competitor analysis
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Analysis of products and services
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Research and comparison of positioning, USP, communication, and promotion
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Analysis of strengths and weaknesses
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Formulation of conclusions and recommendations
Why choose us for competitor analysis
Strategic approach to every task
Analysis
of the client’s business, competitors, and best practices
Attention to detail
55
unique texts written manually on a single topic for high‑quality SEO
We own 8 projects
18+
years of business experience
How much does competitor analysis cost
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Basic$1000+
- Identification and segmentation of competitors
- Analysis of products and services
- Analysis of strengths and weaknesses
- Formulation of conclusions and recommendations
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Advance$1300+
- Identification and segmentation of competitors
- Analysis of products and services
- Research and comparison of positioning, USP, communication, and promotion
- Formulation of conclusions and recommendations
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Pro$1800+
- Identification and segmentation of competitors
- Analysis of products and services
- Research and comparison of positioning, USP, communication, and promotion
- Analysis of strengths and weaknesses
- Formulation of conclusions and recommendations
Which specialists are needed for quality competitor analysis
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Analyst
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Marketer
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Strategist
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Business consultant
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Project manager
Our cases
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Ready to Fight
Ready to Fight - a platform for easy and effective finding of sparring partners, opponents for fights, trainers, agents, gyms, and solving many other tasks in boxing
- Conducted market, competitor, and audience analysis and segmentation
- Developed marketing and communication strategies
- Conducted a promo campaign
- Developed and implemented a digital promotion strategy
- Worked in App and Web product development teams
- Conducted analytics
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ECONIKO
Econiko - a Ukrainian manufacturer of modular houses with an ambitious eco-mission; houses are made from authentic materials - clay, wood, straw
- Developed branding and communication strategy for the product
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Inventum
Inventum - the leading company in Ukraine for the reconstruction and modernization of high-temperature industrial equipment
- Developed a corporate website and printed portfolio with service presentations
- Successfully implemented marketing diversification of the company’s activities
What else is useful to know about competitor analysis
Competitors constantly change their strategies, launch new products, and test tools. Therefore, analysis should be conducted regularly to keep up with the market. This helps to respond quickly to changes and find new opportunities for growth.
Competitor analysis requires attentiveness and a systematic approach. At seven mountains, we examine the competitive environment comprehensively to help businesses find their niche and strengthen positioning. We believe that even small companies can become strong players if they use data and insights correctly.
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FAQ
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It shows which strategies work for competitors, which products are in demand, and which promotion channels are effective. This allows a company to find its own unique offering. For example, if competitors are active on social media, the company may choose another channel or provide a different value.
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Usually, these are companies operating in the same niche, offering similar products, and targeting the same audience. It is important to consider both direct competitors (those who sell the same) and indirect competitors (those who satisfy the same need in another way).
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Yes, it helps to understand which niches are still unfilled and which customer needs remain unmet. This is a source of ideas for innovation. For example, if competitors offer standard solutions, a company may create a product with additional features or services.
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Ideally – once every six months, to track changes in competitors’ strategies and respond quickly. In fast‑changing industries (IT, e‑commerce), it should be done even more frequently.