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  1. Note on Pricing Decisions

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0138TEC Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1975

    Abstract: This note deals with the problem of price setting. After defining price and discussing the nature of pricing objectives, pricing decisions are discussed under three headings--needbased pricing, costbased pricing and marketbased pricing. In each case, various pricing options are discussed and evaluated. Practical approaches and procedures ... More

  2. Note on IPCL

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0145TEC Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1976

    Abstract: This note, based on a lecture by the marketing manager of IPCL, describes the product mix and customer mix of IPCL. The strategic thinking with regard to different product groups is briefly described. Implications for organizational design are discussed. ... More

  3. Benefit Tree Analysis

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0148TEC Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1976

    Abstract: This note is part of the "Techniques for Marketing Decisions" series. It describes a simple technique for breaking down the main product benefit into several associated benefits. The "benefit tree" so generated can be used for market segmentation, product differentiation, promotional strategy, etc. ... More

  4. Predicting Long Run Market Share By Markov Process

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh; Manrai, Ajay K;

    Reference No: MAR0149TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1976

    Abstract: This note is a part of the "Techniques for Marketing Decisions" series. It describes how Markov analysis can help in predicting longrun market shares based on elementary brand switching data. A short, selfadministered exercise is included. ... More

  5. Site Selection by Gravitational Methods

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh; Manrai, Ajay K;

    Reference No: MAR0150TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1976

    Abstract: This note is a part of the "Techniques for Marketing Decisions"(Ref No) series. It describes a method of retail site selection based on the gravitational mode. A simple self-administered exercise is also provided. ... More

  6. Sunrise Biscuit & Beverage Company (A)

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0154(A) Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1976

    Abstract: A large consumer products company, which relies on direct distribution to the retail level, is concerned about the selling skills of its sales force in a competitive environment. Sales training in the form of short refresher courses is being proposed to upgrade selling skills. ... More

  7. General Products INC

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0161 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: A large multidivision, multinational company based in Chicago forms a new Product Analysis Group. This group is to screen new product proposals emanating from various divisions. A complex set of criteria has to be satisfied. ... More

  8. Mathematica Limited

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh; Mukhopadhyay, Sipra;

    Reference No: MAR0162 Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The last quarter of 1976 saw a price war breaking out in the electronic calculator industry. The case focuses on the pricing decisions faced by a new fictitious firm planning to enter the electronic calculator market. ... More

  9. Container Products Corporation

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0163 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The company makes various forms of packaging. Since the demand comes from a diverse set of consumer industries, the company prepares a longterm forecast based on the growth projections of user industries. The sales force prepares a forecast for the immediate future. The company wants to integrate the forecasts ... More

  10. Unnat Nagar Dairy(A)

    Authors: Jain, Abhinandan K; Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0164(A) Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: A cooperative dairy in a rapidly growing industrial city is considering the introduction of automatic bulk vending. Many uncertainties are associated with the costs and convenience of bulk vending as compared to bottle vending. ... More

  11. Evergreen Products Limited

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh; Khurana, Rakesh;

    Reference No: MAR0185 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: A consumer goods company is interested in evaluating the performance of its dealers. A quarterly statement, giving information on profitability and capital structure, is obtained from the dealers. The issues in the case concern the interpretation and analysis of the statements of two dealers. Interesting possibilities exist for analyzing dealer ... More

  12. Structuring the Sales Organization

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0188TEC Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: This note sketches a systematic approach for developing a sales organization. The approach entails specifying the sales tasks in the environment, and then developing appropriate organizational forms for carrying out these tasks. ... More

  13. Saptrishi Industrials

    Authors: Khurana, Rakesh; Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0192 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The case describes the salient features of the fork lift truck (FLT) industry. Saptrishi has been losing several key orders to its competitor, Aquarius. A market research study finds out how FLTs are bought. The data should help in understanding the buyer behaviour, leading to a more effective segmentation and ... More

  14. Northern India Food Company

    Authors: Roy Dholakia, Ruby; Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0193 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: Market trends and market research indicate possibilities of introducing a new brand of coffee in Northern India. However, it is unclear what product position should be aimed at and what market strategy be adopted. Analysis of market structure, segments, coffee drinking habits, sociopsychological variables affecting coffee drinking, etc. called ... More

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