Understanding Product Life Cycle and Marketing Strategies

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Product

Goods and services provided by a firm.

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Product Portfolio

Range of products a business controls.

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Brand

Identity distinguishing a business's products.

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Unique Selling Point (USP)

Feature making a product stand out.

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Differentiation

Making a product distinct from competitors.

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Product Life Cycle

Stages a product goes through from launch.

<p>Stages a product goes through from launch.</p>
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Extension Strategy

Tactics to prolong a product's market life.

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Cash Flow

Movement of money in and out of business.

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Boston Matrix

Tool for managing product portfolio effectively.

<p>Tool for managing product portfolio effectively.</p>
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Brand Loyalty

Customer commitment to repurchase a brand.

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Corporate Branding

Creating a perception associated with a company.

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Geographical Branding

Branding representing a region's identity.

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Brand Recognition

Consumer's ability to identify a brand.

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Physical Goods

Tangible products like cars or televisions.

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Intangible Services

Non-physical offerings like consultancy or teaching.

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Product Analysis

Evaluating product positioning in the market.

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Consumer Behavior

How consumers decide to purchase products.

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Brand Promise

Expectation set by a brand to consumers.

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Pricing Strategies

Methods to set product prices competitively.

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Advertising

Promotional activity to influence consumer perceptions.

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Market Positioning

How a product is perceived relative to competitors.

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Stakeholders

Individuals or groups affected by business decisions.

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Product Features

Attributes that influence consumer purchasing decisions.

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Customer Needs

Ability to meet customer expectations effectively.

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Brand Image

Perception of a brand in the consumer's mind.

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Unique Selling Proposition (USP)

Distinct feature that differentiates a product.

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Product Life Cycle

Stages a product goes through from launch to decline.

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Development Stage

Negative cash flow due to R&D before sales.

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Introduction Stage

High production and promotion costs after launch.

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Growth Stage

Increasing sales revenue with economies of scale.

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Maturity Stage

Sales stabilize; product acts as a cash cow.

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Decline Stage

Sales begin to decrease over time.

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Extension Strategy

Methods to prolong a product's market presence.

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Changing the Product

Modifying features or flavors to attract customers.

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Increasing Promotion

Enhancing marketing efforts to boost sales.

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Cash Cow

High market share in a low growth market.

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Rising Star

High market share in a high growth market.

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Problem Child

Low market share in a high growth market.

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Dog

Low market share in a low growth market.

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Sales Revenue

Income generated from selling products or services.

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Market Share

Percentage of total sales in a market.

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Market Growth

Increase in market demand over time.

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Economies of Scale

Cost advantages due to increased production.

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Cash Inflows

Money received from sales or investments.

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Cash Outflows

Money spent on expenses or investments.

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Product Portfolio Analysis

Evaluating a company's range of products.

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Cash Cow

Product generating steady profits for funding others.

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Rising Star

High market share in a rapidly growing market.

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Boston Matrix

Framework for analyzing product portfolio performance.

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Market Growth

Rate at which a market expands over time.

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Market Share

Percentage of total sales in a market held by a product.

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Promotional Spending

Investment in marketing to increase product visibility.

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Negative Cash Flow

Outflow exceeds inflow, common in rising stars.

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Product Life Cycle

Stages a product goes through from introduction to decline.

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Extension Strategy

Methods to prolong a product's life cycle.

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Unique Selling Point (USP)

Feature that differentiates a product from competitors.

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Differentiation

Process of distinguishing a product from others.

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Fierce Competition

Intense rivalry among firms in a market.

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Capital Investment

Funds invested to enhance production capacity.

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Nurturing

Supporting a product to help it grow and succeed.

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Discontinue

To stop production or sale of a product.

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Product Portfolio

Collection of all products offered by a business.

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Cross Subsidisation

Using profits from one product to support another.

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Market Scope

Potential for future profits in a specific market.

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Sales Increase Opportunity

Potential for higher profits through increased sales.

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Personal Style Products

Items purchased to showcase individual style or wealth.

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Product Portfolio

The mix of products a business offers.

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Fixed Costs Spreading

Distributing fixed costs across multiple products.

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Market Targeting

Focusing on specific customer segments for sales.

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Risk Reduction

Minimizing potential losses through product variety.

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Sales Smoothing

Evening out sales fluctuations over time.

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Growth Opportunities

Chances for business expansion through product diversity.

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Product Breadth

Number of different product lines offered.

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Product Depth

Varieties within each product line offered.

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Proctor and Gamble

Company with over 20 brands in its portfolio.

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Brand Definition

A name that differentiates a product from others.

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Consumer Reliance

Trust in a brand for quality and value.

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Distinctive Identity

Unique characteristics that consumers associate with a brand.

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Brand Recognition

Ease of identifying a product by its brand.

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Brand Value

Perceived worth of a brand in the market.

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Consumer Loyalty

Repeat purchases driven by brand attachment.

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Price Inelasticity

Demand remains stable despite price changes.

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Advertising Costs

Expenses incurred to maintain brand visibility.

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Brand Competition

Rivalry from similar product brands.

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Dyson Vacuum Cleaners

Market leader known for bagless technology.

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Technological Advantage

Superior technology that enhances product appeal.

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Dyson

Market leader with bagless system and colors.

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USP

Unique Selling Proposition; product's distinguishing feature.

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Product Differentiation

Making products distinct from competitors.

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Methods of Promotion

Creating a product personality through marketing.

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Eco-packaging

Environmentally friendly packaging for products.

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Form

Physical appearance differing from competitors' products.

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Add-ons

Additional features enhancing product value, e.g., warranties.

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Quality and Reliability

Emphasizing product durability and performance.

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Customer Loyalty

Consumer commitment to a brand over time.

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Pricing Strategies

Approaches to setting product prices based on market.

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Introduction Stage

Product is new; low awareness and high costs.

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Growth Stage

Increasing awareness; profits begin but advertising costs high.

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Maturity Stage

Peak sales; competition increases; profits high.

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Saturation Stage

Market full; few new customers; profits decline.

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