solved Unit 8: Discussion1313 unread replies.1313 replies.Real World ScenarioIntroductionIn each uni

Unit 8: Discussion1313 unread replies.1313 replies.Real World ScenarioIntroductionIn each unit, the students will be assigned discussion questions concerning unit topics, examine the presented topics, and complete the discussion tasks. After submitting the initial posting, the students will provide constructive criticism of at least two peers’ initial postings, including the perceived strengths, weaknesses, and specific opportunities for improvement.The initial post should be a minimum of one page double spaced in length. Refer to the discussion rubric for grading criteria which includes using credible sources (properly cited in APA format) and linking in the unit’s concepts and terms for critical analysis.It is recommended that your use a word processer, such as MS Word and use both spell checking and grammar checking tools. You should expand your grammar checking tools in Word to cover any writing weaknesses (such as setting to Grammar and Style in Word). You can then copy and paste your post into the discussion forum. While there is no minimum or maximum word expectation for peer responses, they are expected to be substantive in nature and linked to credible sources. All work should reflect graduate-level critical thinking, as well as an ability to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate given scenarios and tasks.Click here for Learning OutcomesDirectionsThroughout this course you have gained skills in understanding the development of marketing strategies and the ability to critically analyze marketing cases. In this discussion you will use these skills to analyze a current marketing situation.Read the scenario below and then respond to the discussion topics below.Scenario: WalmartThe U.S. Justice Department is suing Walmart, alleging that it unlawfully dispensed controlled substances through its pharmacies. This is on top of other civil lawsuits against Walmart from states and city governments and individuals for filling opioid prescriptions.As background, go to NPR’s December 23, 2020 article on Walmart Is Latest Big-Name Company Embroiled In Opioid Crisis (Links to an external site.). You can also listen to this segment on this page.Additional background information can be found at:Walmart’s Statement of Ethics (Links to an external site.)Walmart’s Global Ethics & Compliance Policies (Links to an external site.)Glassdoor’s article How Walmart Builds Its Corporate Culture (Links to an external site.)Initial PostPeer ResponsesInitial PostYou work for Walmart’s marketing team and are now on the marketing crisis team. You need to develop a strategy to address this issue.Discussion IssuesFor this situation, identify what you consider to be the main marketing related problem for this scenario.Add any additional research and citations needed to support your statements.Recommend three strategic goals to address this problem. These should address both external marketing and internal marketing goals. Indicate the order of implementation for these goals.Analyze the pros and cons of your overall approach to your plan.Recommend an internal marking implementation strategy that would fit the marketing culture of Walmart indicate the pros and cons of this approach.Specify how you should evaluate your strategic plan success.Due DatesOnline Students: Initial post: by Wednesday at 11:59 p.m. (CT).Respond to a minimum of two peers’ initial postings. The peer responses are due by 11:59 p.m. (CT), on Sunday. (Friday for Unit 8)Blended Students:Initial Post: at least five (5) hours PRIOR to the scheduled class session.Respond to a minimum of two peers’ initial postings. The peer responses are due by 5:30 p.m. (CT), on Sunday. (Friday for Unit 8).