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What supports customers' willingness to pay the prices set by the company?
What supports customers' willingness to pay the prices set by the company?
What recent business purchase is mentioned in the text as part of expanding commercial services?
What recent business purchase is mentioned in the text as part of expanding commercial services?
Which industry segment is noted for being willing to pay a premium for a quick turnaround?
Which industry segment is noted for being willing to pay a premium for a quick turnaround?
What is a common characteristic among the segments mentioned in the text?
What is a common characteristic among the segments mentioned in the text?
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Why does the security alarm industry often charge healthier margins to certain segments?
Why does the security alarm industry often charge healthier margins to certain segments?
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Which industry segment is mentioned as having a tendency to prioritize quality over price in terms of security systems?
Which industry segment is mentioned as having a tendency to prioritize quality over price in terms of security systems?
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What factor has fueled the need for stronger security infrastructure in schools and churches mentioned in the text?
What factor has fueled the need for stronger security infrastructure in schools and churches mentioned in the text?
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Which financial entities are mentioned as potential financiers of security improvements for schools and churches?
Which financial entities are mentioned as potential financiers of security improvements for schools and churches?
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Why does the text mention that commercial property managers often have large capital improvement budgets?
Why does the text mention that commercial property managers often have large capital improvement budgets?
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What is the potential risk if a company relies on MSRP when a product is getting older, outdated, and overstocked?
What is the potential risk if a company relies on MSRP when a product is getting older, outdated, and overstocked?
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In the context of 3rd degree price discrimination, why do IT Services and Consultants often pass the cost on to their customers?
In the context of 3rd degree price discrimination, why do IT Services and Consultants often pass the cost on to their customers?
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How does the opioid crisis impact Treatment Facilities, Pharmacies, and Clinics financially?
How does the opioid crisis impact Treatment Facilities, Pharmacies, and Clinics financially?
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What could be a consequence of a company charging too little for its products?
What could be a consequence of a company charging too little for its products?
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Why do companies typically hire IT professionals according to the text?
Why do companies typically hire IT professionals according to the text?
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How can price discrimination based on segments affect a company's competitiveness?
How can price discrimination based on segments affect a company's competitiveness?
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Study Notes
Industrial Warehouses
- Industrial warehouses have valuable assets that are prone to high theft rates, particularly HVAC, electrical supply, and construction supply companies.
- These companies prioritize quick turnaround and are willing to pay a premium for immediate solutions to prevent further financial harm.
Pricing Strategy
- The pricing strategy is based on existing market prices and has been tested through a small-scale beta test with commercial clients.
- The beta test resulted in actual sales, validating the pricing strategy.
Distribution and Access
- A Zoominfo license has been purchased to expand the business into commercial services.
- This segment prioritizes quality over price due to government safety requirements and robust budgets.
Target Markets
Commercial Property Managers
- Commercial property managers often work for large corporations with large capital improvement budgets for their assets.
- This segment prioritizes quality over price, allowing for higher margins.
Childcare Facilities, Schools, and Churches
- These institutions have higher budgets for security due to increased concerns over violent attacks.
- Government entities or churches often provide funding for security infrastructure.
Pricing and Competition
- Relying solely on a strategy can lead to under or overpricing, highlighting the importance of a balanced approach.
- 3rd-degree price discrimination is used to target different segments based on their unique willingness to pay.
IT Services and Consultants
- IT professionals often outsource physical security management to experts, allowing them to pass costs to clients.
- This segment is less concerned with price due to the ability to mark up costs in bundled proposals.
Treatment Facilities, Pharmacies, and Clinics
- The opioid crisis has fueled the growth of treatment facilities, clinics, and specialized pharmacies.
- These businesses often receive government incentives for providing treatment services to addicts.
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Description
Learn about different pricing strategies that companies may use, such as relying on MSRP, price discrimination, and adjusting prices for competitive advantage. Understand the impact of pricing decisions on sales and competitiveness.
