The document discusses the importance and scope of marketing in the 21st century. It states that financial success often depends on a company's marketing abilities to create sufficient demand for products and services. It also notes that marketing involves identifying and meeting human and social needs profitably. The document outlines what can be marketed, including goods, services, events, experiences, organizations and information. It discusses different orientations companies can take towards the marketplace, such as the production, product, selling, marketing and holistic marketing concepts.