benchmarketing

noun — 2 senses

benchmarketing

noun

Etymology In both senses, blend of benchmark + marketing; but the two appear to have formed independently.

1

Derogatory The misleading use of unrepresentative benchmark software results in marketing a computer system.

2

Business The imitation of an aspect of another business where it is seen to excel, such as in supply-chain management or customer service.

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