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Marketing Simulations in Strategic Decision-Making: A Comprehensive Literature Review

Marketing Simulations in Strategic Decision-Making: A Comprehensive Literature Review
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Author(s): Marcos Komodromos (University of Nicosia, Cyprus), Andreas Masouras (Neapolis University Pafos, Cyprus), Sofia Anastasiadou (University of Western Macedonia, Greece)and Marios Vassiliou (UCLan Cyprus, Cyprus)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 20
Source title: Navigating Simulations in Marketing for Strategic Success
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Andreas Masouras (Neapolis University Pafos, Cyprus)and Marcos Komodromos (University of Nicosia, Cyprus)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-3141-6.ch003

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Abstract

This chapter systematically reviews the existing literature regarding marketing simulations and their role in strategic decision-making processes. Through a comprehensive analysis of recent studies, this research investigates how simulations enhance organizational performance by establishing controlled environments for testing marketing strategies without incurring real-world risks. The review establishes that marketing simulations significantly enhance forecasting accuracy, risk management, and strategic adaptability, particularly in volatile market conditions where traditional methods have demonstrated inadequacy. Key findings indicate that AI-enhanced simulations, which incorporate artificial neural networks and machine learning techniques, yield improvements of up to 20% in forecasting accuracy and a 15% increase in campaign return on investment (ROI). This chapter also examines various simulation approaches, including agent-based models, hybrid methodologies, and business games, and highlights their applications across different market contexts. Furthermore, it addresses ethical considerations, challenges related to organizational readiness, and the regulatory frameworks associated with implementing these technologies. The research concludes by identifying emerging trends and future directions for research, underscoring the growing significance of simulations in maneuvering through increasingly complex market dynamics.

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