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What is the foundation for product positioning?
What is the foundation for product positioning?
In which market structure are there many companies competing?
In which market structure are there many companies competing?
Which market structure features few large sellers selling to many consumers?
Which market structure features few large sellers selling to many consumers?
What is a subset of a larger market that shares common characteristics?
What is a subset of a larger market that shares common characteristics?
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Which type of market features companies selling products that are similar but have slight differences?
Which type of market features companies selling products that are similar but have slight differences?
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What does market opportunity analysis involve?
What does market opportunity analysis involve?
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Which term refers to the factors that allow a company to produce goods or services better than its rivals?
Which term refers to the factors that allow a company to produce goods or services better than its rivals?
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What can branding do for a company's products/services in the market?
What can branding do for a company's products/services in the market?
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How can a cost advantage be achieved in the market?
How can a cost advantage be achieved in the market?
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What is product differentiation?
What is product differentiation?
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Which term describes the process of researching where and how you can reach more potential clients?
Which term describes the process of researching where and how you can reach more potential clients?
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What does the term 'market size' refer to?
What does the term 'market size' refer to?
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Which strategy involves selling expensive devices with the premise that consumers will continually need to buy its parts?
Which strategy involves selling expensive devices with the premise that consumers will continually need to buy its parts?
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What does a 'beachhead market' refer to in business?
What does a 'beachhead market' refer to in business?
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What does the term 'fee-for-service' imply?
What does the term 'fee-for-service' imply?
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What does a 'retailer' do in the supply chain?
What does a 'retailer' do in the supply chain?
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Which business model focuses on attracting clients to become long-time, loyal patrons?
Which business model focuses on attracting clients to become long-time, loyal patrons?
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Study Notes
Product Positioning
- Foundation is understanding target market needs and how a product satisfies them.
Market Structures
- Many companies competing is characteristic of perfect competition.
- Oligopoly features a few large sellers catering to a vast consumer base.
Market Segmentation
- A market segment is a subset of a broader market sharing similar traits or needs.
Market Types
- Monopolistic competition involves companies selling similar products with slight variations.
Market Opportunity Analysis
- Involves assessing potential markets for future growth and profitability opportunities.
Competitive Advantage
- Refers to factors enabling a company to produce goods or services more effectively than competitors.
Branding Benefits
- Branding can differentiate products/services, build customer loyalty, and enhance perceived value in the market.
Achieving Cost Advantage
- Can be achieved through economies of scale, efficient operations, or strategic supplier relationships.
Product Differentiation
- Involves distinguishing a product from its competitors in aspects like features, quality, or branding.
Client Acquisition
- The term for researching how to reach potential clients effectively is market research.
Market Size
- Refers to the total number of potential buyers in a given market or the revenue potential of that market.
Business Strategy
- Razor-and-blades model involves selling a capital item at a low price, anticipating ongoing purchases for complementary goods.
Beachhead Market
- Refers to an initial market segment targeted to secure a foothold before expanding to larger markets.
Fee-for-Service Model
- Implies consumers pay only for services rendered, often seen in healthcare, consulting, and similar sectors.
Retailer Role
- A retailer acts as a middleman in the supply chain, selling goods directly to consumers.
Business Loyalty Model
- Focuses on building a loyal customer base that continues to return and use services or products long-term.
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Test your knowledge on product positioning, differentiation, and market structure. Learn about creating a distinct image of a product in the consumer's mind, the foundation for positioning, and different types of market competition.
