targeting Flashcards
what is the definition of targeting marketing?
occurs when a business decides which segment it wants to operate in
what factors may influence the choice of target market?
. number of people who’s needs are met with the product
. degree of comp
. nature of product
. even of demand
. understandment of needs and wants of a specific segment
. age, theme of product
what is mass marketing?
mass marketing a product that will appeal to the need of most of the people in the market
what does mass marketing lead to?
-higher sales- more profits- low costs and higher profits
what is niche marketing?
niche marketing a business that focuses on a specific area of the mass market
what does niche marketing lead to?
-lower sales- small scale product production- higher costs and higher prices
what are the advantages of mass marketing?
. low unit costs
. larger customer base
what are the disadvantages of mass marketing?
. more competitors
. lower quality products
advantages of niche marketing ?
. not much competitors
. higher prices
disadvantages of niche marketing?
. if it grows, it could attract bigger competitors