Strategic Marketing: Segmentation and Positioning
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Which of the following is a basis for segmenting a market?

  • Production costs
  • Product price
  • Market demand
  • Buying practices (correct)

What is the primary purpose of market segmentation?

  • Increased production speed
  • Providing targeted marketing strategies (correct)
  • Standardizing consumer communication
  • Reducing overall market size

Which factor does NOT contribute to consumer differences in market segmentation?

  • Buying attitudes
  • Cultural background (correct)
  • Resources
  • Wants

How does segmentation enhance market efficiency?

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What distinguishes effectiveness in delivering a value proposition?

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Which statement best describes heterogeneous markets?

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What can be a result of recognizing consumer differences?

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Which of the following does NOT relate to the cost aspect of delivering a value proposition?

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What is the main reason brands segment the market?

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What does segmentation primarily aim to address?

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What is the primary purpose of market targeting?

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Which factor is NOT considered when evaluating market segments?

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What is the correct sequence of the STP process?

<p>Segmentation, Targeting, Differentiation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT mentioned as a reason for segmenting the market?

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Why might smaller companies choose to target smaller segments?

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What does the term 'segment structural attractiveness' refer to?

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What does targeting involve in the marketing strategy?

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What is a potential consequence of viewing every buyer as a separate target?

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Why is differentiation important in the strategic marketing process?

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What statistical consideration is suggested for effective segmentation?

<p>Identify larger segments that are more profitable. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for companies to align segments with their objectives and resources?

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What advantage do larger companies have when targeting market segments?

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Which statement best summarizes the benefits of market segmentation?

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The ultimate goal of segmenting and targeting in a market is to achieve what?

<p>Create value for the selected buyer segments (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a characteristic of a successful competitive advantage?

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What is a key reason for positioning in an attribute that competitors do not occupy?

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Which pricing strategy offers 'more for the same'?

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What does 'less for much less' pricing indicate?

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What is NOT a characteristic of a competitive advantage?

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Which of the following would best describe a low-cost position?

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What should companies focus on to ensure their competitive advantages are successful?

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In competitive strategy, what does 'distinction' refer to?

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What is the worst situation for a brand in terms of competition?

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What is meant by product positioning?

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What is the first step in the process of differentiation for a brand?

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Which of these is an example of service differentiation?

<p>Ikea's customer service and assistance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of branding, what does the concept of Unique Selling Proposition (USP) emphasize?

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Which channel of differentiation focuses on who sells the product?

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How do brands try to be perceived differently in the marketplace?

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What does the phrase 'Products are created in the factory; brands are created in the mind' imply?

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What is the essential challenge of offering a basic product at a very affordable price?

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Which strategy best describes the approach of AMD in the microprocessor market?

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What does 'more for the same' refer to in a market context?

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Which brand is characterized as a 'more for more' strategy?

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What is necessary to develop a luxury brand over time?

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What is indicated by the positioning statement formula?

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For whom does the BlackBerry wireless connectivity solution primarily cater?

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What is a critical factor in identifying competition for a brand?

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Flashcards

Market Segmentation

Dividing a market into groups based on shared characteristics, like needs, behaviors, or demographics.

Target Marketing

The process of selecting specific customer groups to focus on with your marketing efforts.

Differentiation

Creating a unique value proposition for your product or service that sets it apart from competitors.

STP (Segmentation, Targeting, Positioning)

A combination of segmentation, targeting, and differentiation, used to create a successful marketing strategy.

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Serving a Specific Market Segment

A common approach for brands to identify which customer groups they can serve most effectively and profitably.

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Varied Customer Needs

The concept that not all customers are the same, and their needs, buying habits, and preferences vary significantly.

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Geographical Reach

The ability to effectively reach customers spread across different geographical locations.

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Efficient Market Coverage

A strategy where a company focuses on selling its products or services only in areas where they can reach customers efficiently and profitably.

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Wants

The specific wants and desires of consumers. These could include preferences for features, benefits, or product aesthetics.

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Resources

The financial capabilities and resources of consumers. This includes income, savings, and credit availability.

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Locations

The geographic locations where consumers reside. This might include cities, regions, or even countries.

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Buying attitudes

The attitudes, beliefs, and opinions consumers have about products and brands. This could include loyalty, perceptions of quality, or perceived value.

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Buying Practices

The specific behaviors consumers exhibit when purchasing products. This could involve shopping habits, product usage, or information gathering.

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Segmentation Efficiency

The efficiency with which a company can reach and serve a specific market segment.

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Segmentation Effectiveness

The effectiveness with which a company can create value and meet the needs of a specific market segment.

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Target Market

Selecting specific customer groups to focus marketing efforts on.

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Target Market

A set of buyers that share common needs or characteristics that a company decides to serve.

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Evaluating Market Segments

Analyzing different segments to see which ones are the most promising for a business.

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Segment Structural Attractiveness

Looking at factors like the number of competitors, customer power, and supplier power in a specific market segment.

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Segment Size and Growth

Considering how big a segment is, how quickly it's growing, and how it's going to change in the future.

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Trade-off in Targeting

The idea that focusing on a specific group of customers allows you to be more effective and efficient with your resources.

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Value Creation in Targeting

The goal of segmenting and targeting is to create value for both the company and the customer.

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Choosing the Right Segment

Finding the right segment to target is crucial for a company’s success.

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Competitive Advantage

A competitive advantage is a unique feature or characteristic that sets a company apart from its competitors and helps it attract customers.

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Important Competitive Advantage

Important competitive advantages are those that matter to customers, making them a key reason for choosing a company or product.

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Distinctive Competitive Advantage

Distinctive competitive advantages are unique to a company, distinguishing it from rivals in a way that customers notice and appreciate.

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Superior Competitive Advantage

Superior competitive advantages offer a better value proposition than competitors, providing more benefits, features, or quality for the price.

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Communicable Competitive Advantage

Communicable competitive advantages can be easily understood and explained to customers, allowing them to grasp the value proposition.

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Not Easy to Copy

Competitive advantages that are difficult to imitate hinder competitors from copying the company's unique offerings, providing a sustainable advantage.

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Affordable Competitive Advantage

Affordable competitive advantages can be offered at a price that is appealing to customers, making the value proposition accessible.

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Profitable Competitive Advantage

Profitable competitive advantages generate enough revenue to cover costs and ensure the long-term viability of the company.

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Unique Selling Proposition (USP)

The unique feature or benefit that makes your brand stand out from the competition. It's the single thing that makes your offering special and worth choosing over others.

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Positioning

The process of developing and communicating the unique value proposition of a product or service to its target audience. It's about defining how your product is perceived in relation to competitors in the minds of consumers.

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Price-Based Competition

When customers buy from you because they perceive your product as the cheapest option. This is a common situation when there are many similar products in the market.

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Product Position

The way in which consumers perceive your brand in relation to its key attributes and competitors. This includes factors like price, quality, and brand image.

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Perfect Competition

A situation where many brands offer similar products or services, making it difficult to stand out. It's the ultimate price war.

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Building a Brand

The act of creating a brand that has a unique identity and meaning for consumers. It's about building a brand that resonates with people on an emotional level.

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Choosing the Right Competitive Advantage

The process of determining which competitive advantage to focus on for your brand. Choosing the right advantage is crucial for successful differentiation and positioning.

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Basic product, low price

A strategy where a product offers a lower price than competitors, prioritizing affordability over potential for high profit margins.

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The same for less

A strategy where a brand offers similar performance to competitors, but at a lower price, challenging the traditional marketing approach of higher prices for better features.

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More for the same

A strategy where a brand offers a superior product with more features than competitors at the same price point, aiming to provide better value.

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More for more

A strategy where a brand offers a premium product with significantly more features and quality than competitors, justifying a much higher price, often aimed at a specific niche market.

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Positioning statement

A statement that clearly defines a brand's target audience, their needs, what the brand offers, and how it differentiates itself from competitors.

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Study Notes

Strategic Marketing: Segmentation and Positioning

  • Strategic marketing is challenging to apply to an entire market due to diverse buyer needs and characteristics
  • Segmentation divides the market into groups with similar traits, behaviors, or needs
  • Targeting involves selecting a specific segment to focus on
  • Differentiation creates a unique value proposition by highlighting differences from competitors
  • Positioning places the brand in a particular market niche to resonate with specific consumer segments

Market Segmentation

  • Customer needs and characteristics differ, requiring segmentation for effective marketing
  • Different ways to segment include: geographic location, demographics (age, income, etc.), psychographics (lifestyle), and behavior (purchase patterns)
  • Market size & growth are key considerations for segment selection
  • Evaluating segment attractiveness includes competitor analysis, customer power, supplier power, potential profitability

Market Targeting

  • Selecting the right consumer segments is crucial
  • Segment attractiveness involves considering size, growth, accessibility, and profitability for target selection
  • Competitive scenarios among companies for the best segments
  • Different marketing strategies suit particular circumstances

Differentiation and Positioning

  • Companies use differentiation to stand out from competitors
  • This encompasses various elements, such as product quality, service excellence, brand image, and unique features
  • Competitive positioning should be distinct and communicate clear advantages
  • Understanding consumers' needs and how to fulfill those needs with a differentiated product is key

Marketing Mix

  • Different segments often need different marketing mixes
  • This can involve adapting product, pricing, promotion, and distribution strategies for each specific segment

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Explore the critical concepts of market segmentation and positioning in strategic marketing. This quiz covers how to identify buyer needs, select target segments, and create a unique value proposition to differentiate from competitors. Dive into the various methods of segmentation and the factors that influence targeting decisions.

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