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Levels of Market Segmentation

Levels of Market Segmentation. Mass Market. Segment. Segment. Segment. Niche. Depending on an organization’s size and resources, different segmentation strategies may be employed at the same time. 1:1. Mass Marketing.

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Levels of Market Segmentation

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  1. Levels of Market Segmentation Mass Market Segment Segment Segment Niche Depending on an organization’s size and resources, different segmentation strategies may be employed at the same time. 1:1 Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education Canada

  2. Mass Marketing “One basic marketing strategy appealing to a broad range of consumers, not addressing any distinct characteristics among the consumers.” Wal-Mart Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education Canada

  3. Market Segmentation “Dividing a large market (mass market) into smaller homogeneous markets (segments) based on common needs and / or similar lifestyles.” Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education Canada

  4. Niche Marketing Marketing to subgroups within a segment where there is less competition. Sleeman’s directs all resources at the premium niche. They grew when beer drinkers shifted from mainstream beers to craft beers. Beer Segments Premium Beers Mainstream Beers Value Beers Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education Canada

  5. Direct (1:1) Segmentation “Unique marketing programs are designed to meet the needs and preferences of individual customers.” • Database management techniques • Mass customization • Customer relationship management • Direct communications Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education Canada

  6. Selecting Targets Segmentation involves three essential steps: • Identifying market segments • Selecting segments with the greatest potential • Positioning product to appeal to target. $ $ $ Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education Canada

  7. Identifying Target Markets Targets are identified based on certain characteristics. Demographic Psychographic Geographic Behaviour Response What emerges is a target market profile; a portrait of the ideal consumer. Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education Canada

  8. Demographic Segmentation Characteristics Age Gender Income Occupation Education Marital Status Household Formation Ethnic Background Marketers monitor demographic trends and adjust marketing strategies appropriately. Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education Canada

  9. Age Segments • Canada’s population is aging • Generation Y to become a powerful buying group • Retaining older customers while attracting new customers is a challenge Youth Generation Y Generation X Baby Boomers Greys Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education Canada

  10. Gender Targeting • Influence of women in decision-making is underestimated by many organizations. • Men are reinventing themselves (personal care). • Gender stereotyping should be avoided. Need to communicate more intelligently. • Changing roles leads to “unisex” targeting. Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education Canada

  11. Ethnic Targeting • 13.4% of population are visible minorities (43% in Toronto). • Accessible market niches in Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver. • Ethnic-inspired products and communications have an impact. Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education Canada

  12. Geographic Segmentation Distinct geographic regions present challenges for marketers. • Language • Culture • Urban • Suburban • Rural • Geodemographics Regional opportunities must be assessed (costs versus benefits). Unique needs may necessitate micromarketing strategies. Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education Canada

  13. Psychographic Segmentation “Identifying a target based on the activities, interests, and opinions (the lifestyle) of consumers.” When lifestyle considerations are included demographic segments are quite different. Axe deodorant was launched solely on the basis of psychographic profiling of young males. Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education Canada

  14. Behaviour Response Segmentation Behavioural influences are considered along with other segmentation variables. • Occasion for use • Benefits Sought • Usage Rate • Loyalty Response Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education Canada

  15. Market Segmentation Strategies Operate in many segments, with many products with unique marketing strategies. Market Differentiation Niche Marketing All resources aimed at a distinct segment. QTG Canada (Quaker Tropicana Gatorade) is a differentiator; TSN (The Sports Network) is a nicher. Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education Canada

  16. Market Segmentation Strategies A company expands from a segment to embrace other similar segments Market Integration The battle for customers today is very intense. Integrators don’t stand still; they respond to new needs. • Wal-Mart adds groceries • Loblaw and other supermarkets add pharmacies Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education Canada

  17. Positioning “The place a brand occupies in the customer’s mind in relation to competing products.” • Positioning involves a 2-Step Process: • Develop and market a product that meets needs. • Create appropriate appeals to differentiate the product in the customer’s mind. Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education Canada

  18. Positioning Strategies • Head-on • Brand Leadership • Product Differentiation • Innovation • Lifestyle Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education Canada

  19. Repositioning Repositioning is due to: “Changing the place a product occupies in the consumer’s mind.” • The activity of a direct competitor. • The preferences of a target market change. Cadillac reinvented itself. It’s no longer grandpa’s car! Copyright © 2007 Pearson Education Canada

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