1.3.2 branding and promotion Flashcards
types or promotion
advertising
sales promotion
publicity
personal selling
define branding
a characteristic, name or symbol that distinguishes one product from another suppliers
two types of branding
manufacturer brands
own-label brands
manufacturer brands
created by the manufacturers.
use advertising / promotion to build brand loyalty.
can charge higher prices.
consumers stay loyal.
repeat purchases
own-label brands
created by the retailer.
good value for money for consumer.
high profits for retailer.
ties consumer to retailer.
benefits of string branding
added value
ability to charge premium price
reduced price elasticity of demand
unique selling point
how a business can gain competitive advantage by being the only business in the market to offer that product or service
viral marketing
a buzzword which refers to brand awareness.
orignal message posted via twitter, Facebook.
consumers watch /experience / share message with their friends.
business doesnt pay for the distribution of the advert or message
emotional branding
seeks to create a bond between the consumer and the product by provoking an emotional response to the advertising