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Authors: Mukherjee, Saral; Raghuram, G;

Reference No: PROD0290 Pages: 15 Published on: 24, May, 2007

Abstract: Bayer CropScience is a world leader in the crop protection business. Significant challenges exist in ensuring availability of pesticides to farmers spread all over India. Indian agriculture is predominantly rain fed and crucially depends on the seasonal monsoon. Different pests may attack the standing crop during different phases of the ... More

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Authors: Jaiswal, Anand Kumar;

Reference No: MAR0385(B) Pages: 13 Published on: 17, August, 2007

Abstract: CavinKare was planning to introduce soaps and detergents product in the market. Owing to the ongoing price war in the detergent segment between Hindustan Lever Limited and P&G, the company's managing director and chief executive officer were weighing the risks and benefits of entering the soaps and detergents market. ... More

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Authors: Jaiswal, Anand Kumar;

Reference No: MAR0385(A) Pages: 22 Published on: 17, August, 2007

Abstract: CavinKare Private Limited has emerged as an important player in the Indian fast moving consumer goods market. It has not only survived cut-throat competition from formidable multinational companies, but also has recorded sustained high growth over the years. Its business model has included converting important consumer insights into superior products, ... More

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Authors: Jaiswal, Anand Kumar; Sarin, Sharad; Patro, Sanjay;

Reference No: MAR0387 Pages: 21 Published on: 20, August, 2007

Abstract: Barista has emerged as a leading coffee chain in India. It was the first to sense the latent need of Indian consumers wanting not just a product but a complete coffee experience. The case describes the key factors contributing to the growth of Barista. It discusses the dilemma faced by ... More

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Authors: Jaiswal, Anand Kumar; Shrivastav, Arpita; Kothari, Dhwani;

Reference No: MAR0388 Pages: 32 Published on: 20, August, 2007

Abstract: This case is about the evolution of a parent brand and its subsequent extension into different product categories. Dettol as a brand has received immense trust and loyalty from consumers. Since the 1930s when Dettol was introduced in India, it has steadily created a deep entrenched position in the mind ... More

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Authors: Sahoo, Debajani; Vyas, Preeta H;

Reference No: MAR0386 Pages: 15 Published on: 20, August, 2007

Abstract: This case describes various marketing activities undertaken by Emami and gives an overview of fairness cream industry, competitors and their strategies to gain a share in the new growing segment. The brand manager wonders whether the new brand will add some value to the corporate brand Emami, whether positioning aimed ... More

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Authors: Jaiswal, Anand Kumar; Shrivastav, Arpita;

Reference No: MAR0389 Pages: 9 Published on: 9, November, 2007

Abstract: This case is about a marketing research study conducted on brand extensions of Dettol. Dettol as a brand has got immense trust and loyalty from consumers. To achieve fast growth and leverage the Dettol brand name, Reckitt Benckiser India Limited introduced a number of brand extensions. Some of these extensions ... More

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Authors: Varkkey, Biju; Mehta, Khushi;

Reference No: P&IR0204 Pages: 36 Published on: 4, March, 2008

Abstract: PepsiCo's takeover of Duke & Sons Ltd. gave the company extra growth and a competitive edge that it was looking for to enter and compete with its other rivals in the food and beverage industry in India. The company faced enormous challenges during the transition period and it took almost a ... More

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Authors: Raghuram, G; Kuberkar, Gouri;

Reference No: MAR0394 Pages: 59 Published on: 17, April, 2008

Abstract: Woolworths Limited was Australia's largest retailer in the food, liquor and grocery sector. The retail activities were conducted through the supermarkets (contributing 88% of consolidated sales), general merchandise and wholesale divisions. Woolworths had two key goals: 1) to increase shareholder returns and 2) giving greater customer satisfaction. These led to the development of ... More

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Authors: Soman, Chetan; Raghuram, G;

Reference No: PROD0291(A) Pages: 19 Published on: 2, May, 2008

Abstract: A typical problem in petroleum supply chains is to determine optimal jetty capacity. Western Oil Limited, a refinery in Western India was set for an expansion that would more than quadruple its capacity over the coming three years. This case examines how to expand the captive jetty capacity to match ... More

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Authors: Sinha, Piyush Kumar; Abhishek; Bhamoriya, Vaibhav;

Reference No: MAR0395 Pages: 34 Published on: 13, May, 2008

Abstract: SEWA is a large women based organization that has been empowering women through making them self reliant. It has taken up ICT as a new initiative, to empower them. The case describes the genesis of the organization and the activities. It explores the process that SEWA followed for designing and ... More

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Authors: Bandyopadhyay, T.; Raghuram, G;

Reference No: CMA0811(B) Pages: 35 Published on: 12, June, 2008

Abstract: A famous brand of sauce tested positive for Sudan I (a prohibited carcinogenic dye added for colour enhancement), which led to the biggest food products recall off the shelves in supermarkets and departmental stores of Britain. This brought to light that the mandatory testing of Sudan I by Spices Board ... More

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