This report provides a comprehensive overview of the marketing process and planning, focusing on the marketing concept, functions, and mix, with specific examples from Asda. It begins by defining marketing in the 21st century, emphasizing consumer experience and the shift from production-focused to research-driven approaches. The report details the role of marketing within Asda, including warehouse clearance, new product introduction, demand creation, customer retention, and brand recall. It analyzes the interaction between the marketing function and other departments such as sales, HR, administration, distribution, and production. The extended marketing mix (product, price, place, promotion) is explained with examples from Asda, followed by an evaluation of how the marketing mix contributes to the organization's overall business objectives. The report concludes with recommendations for improving marketing strategies, including aggressive promotional activities, seasonal promotions, and better warehouse management, to enhance sales, profitability, and the achievement of organizational targets. This document is available on Desklib, a platform offering a range of study tools and resources for students.