Pros & Cons of Different Pricing Locations
A Reference To Help Inform Your Decision About Where To Locate the Pricing Function in Your Business
To help guide your decision about where to locate a dedicated Pricing function in your business, we've compiled this reference table outlining four typical locations, the rationale for each, as well as the top pros and cons that have been reported. While by no means exhaustive, the information contained in this reference guide will nevertheless help you make the best decision possible, think through organizational ramifications, and avoid unintended consequences.
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