Thursday, August 20, 2009

Consumer Market Segmentation

A basis for segmentation is a factor that varies among groups within a market, but that is consistent within groups. One can identify four primary bases on which to segment a consumer market:

  • Geographic segmentation is based on regional variables such as region, climate, population density, and population growth rate.

  • Demographic segmentation is based on variables such as age, gender, ethnicity, education, occupation, income, and family status.

  • Psychographic segmentation is based on variables such as values, attitudes, and lifestyle.

  • Behavioral segmentation is based on variables such as usage rate and patterns, price sensitivity, brand loyalty, and benefits sought.

The optimal bases on which to segment the market depend on the particular situation and are determined by marketing research, market trends, and managerial judgment

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