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Glossary

Segmentation

the process of dividing a broader market into smaller groups of customers who share similar characteristics, needs, or behaviours.

Strategy

A strategy is a directed course of action to achieve an intended set of goals.[1]

Tactic

A tactic is the means by which a strategy is carried out. [2]

 

Targeting

involves evaluating those segments and selecting the most appropriate ones to pursue with customized marketing strategies[3].


  1. Mintzberg, H. Ahlstrand, B. & Lampel, J. (1998). Strategy safari: A guided tour through the wilds of strategic management. Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River.
  2. Mutabazi Patrick (2016, March 15) What is The Difference between "Tactics" and "Strategy"? Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-difference-between-tactics-strategy-patric-mutabazi/
  3. Kotler, P., & Armstrong, G. (2021). Principles of Marketing (18th ed.). Pearson.

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