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What must product planners do to transition from a core benefit to an actual product?

  • Launch a marketing campaign
  • Conduct consumer surveys
  • Develop product features (correct)
  • Set competitive pricing
  • Which of the following best describes augmented products?

  • They consist of additional consumer services and benefits. (correct)
  • They represent the final consumption of the product.
  • They require minimal customer involvement.
  • They are the basic form of a product.
  • Which classification of products involves low customer involvement?

  • Specialty products
  • Augmented products
  • Consumer products (correct)
  • Shopping products
  • What is a key characteristic of shopping products?

    <p>Consumers compare them carefully on various criteria. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is true about specialty products?

    <p>They have a low price sensitivity. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of services, which aspect is NOT relevant to product classification?

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    What is a key way to measure service quality in a firm?

    <p>Customer retention (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of product requires a significant purchase effort from consumers?

    <p>Shopping products (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a method to increase service productivity?

    <p>Reduce customer feedback (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical placement strategy for consumer products?

    <p>Available in many locations for easy access (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does brand equity primarily measure?

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    Which of the following best describes brand value?

    <p>The total financial worth of a brand (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following can contribute to differentiating a firm from its competitors?

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    What does high brand equity provide to a company?

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    Which statement about branding is true?

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    What is considered a powerful advantage of a brand with high brand equity?

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    What is a major risk of using a 'best of both worlds' strategy in marketing?

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    What strategy involves offering the same brands with deep discounts?

    <p>Same for less (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic defines a product's positioning?

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    What does a positioning statement typically include?

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    What is a significant factor in a consumer's product positioning?

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    Which strategy is likely to lead customers to settle for less optimal performance?

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    What is a likely outcome of a successful differentiation strategy?

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    What could be a consequence of canceling unnecessary amenities in products?

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    What is a major drawback of a company offering multiple brands?

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    What strategy are companies pursuing to improve market share?

    <p>Weeding out underperforming brands to concentrate resources. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential benefit of well-designed logos for brands?

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    When are descriptive logos not favorable?

    <p>When they produce negative feelings about the product. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect do descriptive logos have on consumers?

    <p>They can enhance perceived brand authenticity. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding branding strategies?

    <p>Focusing marketing on fewer strong brands can yield better results. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key factor should brands consider when designing logos?

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    Why might a company create a new brand name when entering a new product category?

    <p>To align with consumer preferences in that category. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of creating a buyer persona?

    <p>To better understand and empathize with the target audience. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor may lead a smaller company to target a less attractive segment?

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    Which of the following factors does NOT influence segment structural attractiveness?

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    How should a company decide which market segments to pursue?

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    What is a key challenge of undifferentiated marketing?

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    What type of marketing strategy focuses on common needs rather than differences?

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    Which statement best describes a target market?

    <p>A set of buyers sharing common characteristics that a company decides to serve. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might a company choose not to target an attractive market segment?

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    What does behavioral segmentation primarily focus on?

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    Which of the following is NOT a component of user status segmentation?

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    Which requirement states that segments should be able to be measured quantitatively?

    <p>Measurable (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines a buyer persona?

    <p>A detailed and fictional representation of an ideal customer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a benefit sought in sportswear segmentation?

    <p>Basic Sportswear (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the usage rate help in market segmentation?

    <p>By serving both regular and former users (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key limitation for a segment to be considered substantial?

    <p>It must be profitable enough to serve (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for segments to be actionable in marketing?

    <p>To design effective programs tailored for segments (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Psychographic Characteristics

    Traits related to personality, values, interests, and lifestyle of a demographic group.

    Behavioral Segmentation

    Divides a market based on knowledge, attitudes, uses, or responses to a product.

    Occasions

    Segments markets based on specific events leading to product use.

    Benefits Sought

    Classifying products based on the advantages consumers expect from them.

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    User Status

    Groups buyers into current, former, potential, or first-time users.

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    Loyalty Status

    Segmentation based on consumer loyalty or non-loyalty to a brand.

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    Requirements for Effective Segmentation

    Criteria include measurability, differentiability, substantiality, and actionability of segments.

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    Buyer Persona

    A semi-fictional representation of an ideal customer based on research and assumptions.

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    Empathy Map

    A tool that captures customer goals, challenges, behaviors, and preferences.

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    Market Segmentation

    The process of dividing a market into distinct groups with common needs.

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    Attractive Market Segment

    A group of potential customers that a company finds appealing to serve.

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    Segment Structural Attractiveness

    Factors affecting the long-term appeal of a market segment, like competition.

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    Company Objectives

    Goals set by a company that may influence market segment choices.

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    Undifferentiated Marketing

    A strategy where a company targets the broadest audience with one product.

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    Target Market

    A specific group of consumers a company aims to serve based on shared characteristics.

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    Lexus Repurchase Rate

    The percentage of Lexus buyers who return to purchase another Lexus, which is 60%.

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    More for Less Strategy

    Offering better service, selection, and prices, though hard to maintain long-term.

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    Same for Less Strategy

    Selling the same brands at deeper discounts through higher buying power.

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    Less for Much Less Strategy

    Providing lower quality products at significantly reduced prices.

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    Differentiation

    The process of distinguishing a product from competitors in consumers' minds.

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    Positioning

    How consumers perceive a product in relation to competitors based on attributes and experiences.

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    Positioning Map

    A visual representation showing consumer perceptions of brands versus competitors on key factors.

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    Positioning Statement

    A concise summary of brand positioning targeting a specific segment and highlighting uniqueness.

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    Core Benefit

    The primary advantage or value that a product provides to the consumer.

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    Actual Product

    The tangible product that includes features, design, and quality; derived from the core benefit.

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    Augmented Product

    The complete offering that includes additional services or benefits beyond the actual product.

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    Consumer Products

    Goods and services purchased by final consumers for personal use.

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    Convenience Products

    Low involvement consumer products that are purchased frequently and with minimal effort.

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    Shopping Products

    Products that are purchased less frequently and involve comparison among competing products.

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    Specialty Products

    Unique products with brand loyalty, requiring significant purchase effort; usually higher priced.

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    Service Quality

    The measure of how well a service meets or exceeds customer expectations.

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    Customer Retention

    The ability of a service firm to keep its customers over time.

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    Service Productivity

    The need for service firms to increase efficiency and output.

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    Brand Strategy

    Decisions companies make in building and managing their brands.

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    Brand Equity

    The differential effect of knowing a brand name on customer response.

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    Brand Valuation

    The process of estimating the total financial value of a brand.

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    High Brand Equity

    Signifies high consumer awareness, loyalty, and competitive advantages.

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    Brand Expansion

    Offering various brands to appeal to different customer segments and increase market share.

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    Drawback of Multiple Brands

    Spreading resources too thin may result in low profitability for individual brands.

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    When to Create New Brands

    Companies might create new brands when current names lose power or enter new product categories.

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    Megabrand Strategy

    Focusing on top-performing brands by eliminating weaker ones to enhance marketing efforts.

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    Descriptive Logos

    Logos that convey what the brand is about and enhance authenticity and purchase willingness.

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    Benefits of Descriptive Logos

    They may improve brand evaluations and boost sales, but effectiveness declines with familiarity.

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    Negative Impact of Descriptive Logos

    These logos can generate negative feelings if they describe products poorly or if unrelated to the brand.

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    Brand Recognition

    Well-designed logos can facilitate brand recognition and influence consumer decisions and investor trust.

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    Study Notes

    Marketing Key Concepts

    • Marketing is a set of strategies and activities used by companies to acquire and engage customers, build strong relationships, and create superior value. Their goal is to capture value from customers in return.
    • Key marketing goals include attracting new customers by promising superior value, and growing current customers by delivering satisfaction. Maintaining current customers is also a goal.
    • Marketing is an ongoing process of creating value. The figure 1.1 presents a model of the marketing process.
    • Needs and Wants differ. Wants are shaped by culture and personality, while demand is about backed-by-buying power. The marketing process must understand this difference.
    • Marketing Myopia. Companies must focus on the experiences and benefits generated by products, not just the products themselves.
    • Customer value is the difference between the value of using or owning a product and the cost of obtaining it. This is based on consumer perception.
    • Customer satisfaction is important. Marketers must be careful when setting expectations -- they must not be too low or too high.
    • Successful marketing involves selecting target customers (segments), choosing a value proposition (how the company will satisfy needs in the marketplace), and delivering superior value through an operational marketing program.
    • The marketing mix (product, price, place, promotion) is the set of tools the firm uses to implement its strategies.
    • Customer relationships and satisfaction are vital. Customer relationship management (CRM) is important for detailed information about customers.
    • Customer satisfaction strategies include ensuring customer satisfaction, and keeping customers involved.
    • Customer groups are also an important consideration. Different approaches need to be taken toward different kinds of customers (profitable vs. less profitable; loyal vs. less loyal).
    • There are several strategies for managing relationships with customers, each based on profitability and loyalty potential. Some different customer segments will have different relationship needs.
    • Marketing strategies vary based on consumer needs; a company may serve multiple market segments or focus on one segment.
    • Market segments are groups of similarly-minded consumers. They can segment geographically, demographically, by age or lifecycle, gender, and by income. Psychographic segmentation groups buyers by lifestyle and/or personality characteristics.
    • Segmentation may also be behavioral. (based on knowledge, usage or attitudes) or by occasion (e.g., Christmas, Mother's Day). Benefit segmentation groups based on the benefits sought.
    • Several other ways are available for segmenting, including user status, and by income level. Segmentation helps determine a company's target market.
    • Crucial elements that must be considered include identifying attractive market segments and adopting a suitable targeting strategy.
    • There are different types of marketing approaches, including undifferentiated and differentiated marketing, and concentrated marketing.

    Product Strategy

    • Products encompass tangible objects and non-tangible concepts (services, events, places, etc.). Products have multiple levels (core, actual, and augmented).
    • A company needs to determine the various attributes of its products, and its style and design.
    • Marketing strategy must consider labeling and packaging since they are part of the product.
    • Understanding the different types of classifications of products (consumer and industrial products, convenience, shopping, specialty, and unsought products) is important.
    • Important decisions regarding product mix include line filling and line stretching.

    Service Strategy

    • Service companies' marketing approaches must take into account their unique characteristics as compared to tangible products.
    • Internal marketing is crucial. Customers need satisfied service employees to ensure a good experience.
    • Emphasizing the importance of interactive marketing is also vital.
    • Service quality is important, but in a competitive market, service firms must differentiate their service from those of their competitors in order to be successful.
    • Service companies often face the task of improving quality and increasing productivity.

    Branding

    • Brands represent consumer perceptions of products, and brands need to be developed and managed carefully.
    • A strong brand differentiates a company among its competitors, provides consumer loyalty, and enhances the value of the company.
    • Various branding strategies exist, including name selection, sponsoring manufacturers vs. private label brands, co-branding
    • The various characteristics regarding brand development, should be considered during the positioning process.

    Marketing Conclusion

    • Different types of customers require varying customer relationship management strategies.
    • The goal of marketing is to establish mutually-beneficial relationships with customers. Understanding customer differences allows the company to tailor their needs, expectations and desires more efficiently.

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