The slide outlines a five-stage timeline for the business buying process, beginning with problem recognition triggered by internal or external needs. It continues through general need description, supplier search, proposal solicitation, and supplier selection based on capability, price, and terms.
Stages in Business Buying Process
1: Problem Recognition Buyer identifies a need or problem from internal or external triggers, initiating the process. 2: General Need Description Organization defines general characteristics, quantity, and specifications of the required product. 3: Supplier Search Buyer searches for potential suppliers through various information sources and networks. 4: Proposal Solicitation Qualified suppliers are invited to submit detailed proposals for evaluation. 5: Supplier Selection Proposals are assessed based on capability, price, and terms to choose the best supplier.
Source: Based on Kotler / Armstrong – Chapter 6
--- Speaker Notes: Context: Presentation on Business Markets & Buyer Behaviour. Cover the 7 buyphases outlined in the textbook.