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This chapter provides insights on levels of competition and strategies for product positioning in various market categories. It explores different methods for determining competitors, including managerial judgment, customer evaluations, and usage data analysis. The concept of brand-switching matrix and perceptual mapping in defining competition are also discussed, highlighting the importance of understanding market dynamics for effective brand choice and positioning. The chapter concludes with a focus on enterprise competition within the financial services sector and the need for strategic planning and differentiation to succeed in a competitive market environment.
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Defining the Competitive Set Chapter 02
Levels of Market Competition • Product form competition • Product category competition • Generic competition • Budget competition
Methods for Determining Competitors • Managerial Judgment • Customer-based evaluation • Actual purchase • Usage data and judgments