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Cover aspects of who the company is and what it is about, including unique aspects. Briefly describe the company’s history.  \nIn a new paragraph describe the company’s mission, vision and its goals (including financial and non‐ financial) . You may also choose to include a paragraph about core competencies.  \n[http://www.entrepreneurmag.co.za/](http://www.entrepreneurmag.co.za/ 2)[ 2](http://www.entrepreneurmag.co.za/ 2)  \nSample Marketing Plan Template by Entrepreneur Media SA (Pty Ltd)  \nFor marketing advice, visit: [http://www.entrepreneurmag.co.za/category/advice/marketing/](http://www.entrepreneurmag.co.za/category/advice/marketing/)  \nSituation analysis  \nThis section is comprised of several components. Before each component is broken down in detail, provide a general situational context: e.g. Company X is in its second year of operation in the mechanical industry, providing solutions in x, y and z. Key things to mention about the company are the ‘what’, and ‘how’.  \na. 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