When a company sets a price based on what benefits the customer gets, not just on cost, what is this pricing strategy called?

The pricing strategy described is called value-based pricing. This approach sets a price primarily based on a customer's perceived value of a product or service, specifically the benefits they expect to receive, rather than focusing predominantly on the company's production costs or competitor prices. In value-based pricing, the company first identifies and understands the specific needs, preferences, and willingness to pay of its target customers. It then assesses the unique benefits and advantages its offering provides to these customers, quantifying these benefits where possible. For instance, if a new enterprise software solution can save a client company $500,000 annually in operational costs, the software vendor might price its product at a significant fraction of those savings, perhaps $100,000, based on the clear financial benefit delivered, rather than simply adding a markup to its development expenses. The price is therefore a reflection of the economic, functional, or emotional value customers gain. This strategy requires extensive market research to accurately gauge what customers value and how much that value translates into their willingness to pay. Effective communication of this value is crucial for customers to recognize and accept the higher price point often associated with significant benefits. The 'perceived value' refers to the subjective worth a customer attributes to a product or service, which dictates their maximum acceptable price.