White labeling refers to the practice where a product or service is produced by one company and then rebranded by another company to make it appear as if they made it.
Example: A small regional bank wants to offer its customers a competitive mobile banking application but lacks the resources to develop it from scratch. Instead, the bank partners with a technology company that specializes in financial software. The technology company provides the bank with a ready-to-use mobile banking application, which the bank brands with its own logo and color scheme. This way, the bank can offer a sophisticated service to its customers, who perceive the app as a product of the bank itself.
Understanding white labeling helps businesses capitalize on market opportunities with minimal risk, enhance brand presence, and deliver value to their customers by leveraging the expertise of partners.