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New Mineral Water Brand Launch Strategy
Imagine you are a consultant for a new company planning to launch a bottled mineral water brand in a competitive market where numerous options already exist, from low-cost generic brands to high-end luxury brands. Based on the principles of how consumer preferences drive product differentiation, propose two distinct, viable strategies for this new brand to successfully enter the market. For each strategy, justify your proposal by explaining which specific consumer preferences it targets and how it would allow the new brand to stand out from existing competitors.
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