1.3.1 Flashcards
The core product
-What consumers want to get out of their product
-The reason why we want it
The actual Product
-The product itself- quantity, design
-The tangible, physical product
The Augmented Product
-Things that go along with the product e.g. garentees, branding
-Non-physical part of a product
The 4 most important features when creating an actual/augmented product are:
-Reliability-product must be fit for purpose
-Quality-must be at a certain standard
-Design-the size, colour, weight and shape should be attractive and appropriate to the product.
-Image-The product should create an image that appeals to the customer
The design mix refers to
The design mix refers to three aspects (price, function, aesthetics) of design that companies need to consider when developing a product.
Aesthetics is
-Appearance of the product, shape, smell, taste
-Includes packaging
Function is
-Does it do what it is meant to do
-Unique selling point
-Extra features
Cost is
-Do the economics makes sense
-needs to be economically viable
-should be able to produce and sell the product or service at a profit
Factors which may change the design mix due to social trends
-Waste management (e.g.less packaging)
-Design for reuse (products can be taken apart easily to repair or refuse)
-Design for recycling (increased recycling/ recycled materials used)
Resource depletion is
Resource depletion is the exhaustion of raw materials within a region.
Advantages of resource Depletion strategies
-you can save money through more efficient use of raw materials, packing and technology
-it allows you to cut your waste disposable costs
-compliant with environmental legislation becomes cheaper and more straight forward
Disadvantages of resource Depletion strategies
-businesses may need to redesign products and production methods
-sourcing of recycled materials can be difficult
Ethical souring
The business only uses materials, components and services from suppliers that respect the environment, treat their workforce well by paying then fair wages and providing a safe work environment, and generally trade with honestly
Pros of ethical sourcing
-used to market the business and build trust in brands
ethical produce is growing market, so can help atttract investors
-sourcing ethically helps motivate staff and promotes loyalty
-prevents future problems
Cons of ethical sourcing
-finding ethical suppliers and enforcing strict regulations can be time consuming, difficult to manage and costly
-production costs are increased
-need to balance profit margins with what consumers are prepared to pay
Factors influencing price
-Target market (if PED for the market is inelastic then a higher price can be set
-Competitors (monopoly can set the price but in high competitive markets firms have to keep price close to other firms)
-Customer expectations (most markets have a range of prices that cutworms expect products to fall into)
-Production costs
-Business objects
what is price skimming
Price from high to low
What is penetration pricing
Price from low to high
What is Prestige/premium pricing
Pricing at the high end of possible price range
(Rolex watch)
What is Price discrimination
Charging different customers different prices for the same product
(different customers are in different groups)
What is Cost Plus pricing
Is adding a mark up to the costs if the good/service to arrive at a selling point
What is Promotional pricing
Reducing price for a short period of time
What is going rate
Setting prices that are exactly in line with competitors prices
What is Psychological pricing
Businesses price products so that customers believe they are paying less
(99p)
Brand is
A distinguishing symbol, mark, logo, name that companies use to distinguish their product from others in the market.
Brand experience is
A brand experience is a brand’s action
perceived by a person
Brand equity is
The value of a brand
Brand extension is
Using an existing brand name on
new product
The benefits of strong branding are
-added value
-ability to charge premium prices
-reduced price elasticity of demand
Ways to build a brand are
-unique selling points (USPs)/differentiation
-advertising
-sponsorship
-the use of social media
Changes in branding and promotion to reflect social trends
-viral marketing
-social media
-emotional branding
Promotion is
The attempt, through various forms of media, to draw attention to a product and thereby gain and retain customers.