Various factors have contributed to the increased importance of packaging as a marketing tool. List and briefly describe these factors

What will be an ideal response?


• Self-service — an increasing number of products are being sold without any personal interaction, on a self-service basis.
• Consumer affluence — rising consumer affluence means consumers are willing to pay a little more for convenience, appearance, dependability, and prestige of better packages.
• Company and brand image — packages contribute to instant recognition of the company or brand.
• Innovation opportunity — innovative packaging can bring large benefits to consumers and profits to producers.

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