In SaaS business, pricing strategy is just as important as the product itself. The Korean B2B market has unique characteristics that make it difficult to apply global SaaS models directly.
Unique Characteristics of the Korean B2B Market
Korean enterprise clients prefer annual contracts over monthly recurring revenue (MRR). They almost always require a PoC process, and their expectations for customization are high.
Setting Value Metrics
Per-seat pricing faces strong resistance. Set billing metrics that are proportional to the 'value' customers receive, such as number of projects or data throughput.
Tier Design: The 3-Tier Principle
The standard is three tiers: Starter, Professional, and Enterprise. The Enterprise tier is operated flexibly on a 'contact us' basis.
The Importance of Displaying Prices in KRW
Displaying only USD to Korean customers creates a psychological barrier. Showing prices in KRW first accelerates decision-making.
The best pricing strategy is one that makes customers feel it's 'reasonable.' Price is not a number — it's an expression of value.
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