Q1 Flashcards
4 Characteristics of service
Intangible
Variability
Perishability
Inseparable
Intangible
Can’t use the five senses to understand the service
Variability
Quality may vary greatly depending on who/where it is provided
Perishability
Service only exists at that point in time. Cannot be stored for later use
Inseparability
Service cannot be separated from providers
Difference between product and service
Ownership Marketing Strategy Aim - gain trust, provide value Physical good Customer goes to service, product comes to customer
3 Levels of Product
Customer Core Value
Actual Product
Augmented Product
Augmented
a benefit with buying the product
Customer Core Value
What is the customer actually buying? a gym membership or a need to look/feel good = appeal to the customer
Actual Product
Brand name, brand ethic, types of service, the colours used etc