Advanced Decision-Making Models, Buyer Psychology, Perceived Value Analysis,
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Purchase Evaluation, Cognitive Bias & Dissonance Reduction, Involvement
Theory, Behavioral Segmentation, Lifestyle Profiling (VALS), Attitude
Measurement Techniques, Digital Consumer Engagement, Social Influence &
Peer Networks, B2B vs B2C Strategy, Organizational Buying Dynamics, Supplier
Relationships & Reciprocity, Market Expansion & Global Trade Strategy, Import
Export Systems, Trade Regulations & Tariff Impact, Digital Media Strategy,
Interactive Marketing Channels, Consumer Control & Data-Driven
Personalization, Product Strategy & Value Creation, Core vs Augmented
Offerings, Product Portfolio Management, Innovation Adoption Curve, Diffusion
Strategy, Brand Identity & Positioning, Customer Experience Optimization,
Omnichannel Distribution, Competitive Differentiation, Strategic Market
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Buying Behavior
the decision processes and actions of people involved in buying and using products
Consumer Buying Behavior
,the decision process and purchasing activities of ultimate consumers, those people who
purchase products for personal or household use and NOT business purposes
Consumer Buying Decision Process
A 5 stage purchase decision process which includes
1. Problem Recognition Stage
2. Information Search
3. Evaluation of Alternatives
4. Purchase Stage
5. Post-Purchase Evaluation
Problem Recognition Stage
occurs when a buyer becomes aware of a difference between a desired state and an actual
condition
some consumers are unaware of their problems or needs
Internal Search
Buyers search their memories for information about products that might solve their problem
External Search
, When an internal search is not sufficient, consumers seek additional information from outside
sources
Consideration Set (Evoked Set)
a group of brands within a particular product category that the buyer views as alternatives for
possible purchase
Evaluation Criteria
objective and subjective product characteristics that are important to the buyer
consumer will develop a set of criteria
marketers can influence customers by framing the alternatives in a certain way
Purchase Stage
choose the product or brand to be bought
product availability may influence the decision
negotiate the terms of the transaction
make the purchase, or terminate
Post-Purchase Evaluation
is either satisfied or dissatisfied