Reference No: STR0480Pages: 28Published on: 8, July, 2024
Abstract: Bharat Parekh, a highly accomplished life insurance agent, had an aspiration to become an industrialist. This case study allows participants to scrutinise the essence of success for a salesperson and a professional. It delves into the intricate dynamics of insurance sales, revealing the considerable challenges and describes how Parekh achieved ... More
Reference No: MAR0094(D)Pages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This case describes the market development (in different towns), development of product mix, and distribution arrangements of the company. Special emphasis has been put on the distribution costs. Along with the pricing data, it can be used as a case for formulating marketing strategy. ... More
Reference No: CMA0179Pages: 25Published on: 20, November, 1969
Abstract: This note is the outcome of the students' research project and illustrates how to use a particular kind of methodology to estimate the demand of fertilizers for a particular geographical area. The overall objective is to help the marketing executives to develop their sales strategy. ... More
Reference No: MAR0169Pages: 23Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: There had been a great deal of similarity in the advertising for transistor radios. Early in 1972, the agency for Phillips wanted to break new ground in campaigning. But the company managers asked if a distinctive treatment would make sense to the less sophisticated target consumers in semiurban markets. Besides ... More
Reference No: MAR0315Pages: 23Published on: 25, June, 1998
Abstract: The case relates to the problem of a small entrepreneur who wants to capture and exploit a large latent market of safety devices for fall protection. The acceptability of these products has been confined to a few organizations with a positive orientation towards safety. The problems facing the company are ... More
Reference No: BP0329Pages: 20Published on: 10, August, 2009
Abstract: STFC started with the noble cause of providing employment opportunities to poor rural women by engaging them in their traditional skill based artisan work. They have achieved a turnover of Rs. 5 crores and are now examining various options and associated challenges for further growth in the very competitive and complex ... More
Reference No: MAR0199Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The case revolves around the animal husbandry activities in Banni area of Kutch district. The District Development Officer is planning to increase the income of dairy farmers in the area to incresed productivity and improved return on output. Issues in the case are concerned with objectives of the project, its ... More
Reference No: MAR0526(A)Pages: 21Published on: 29, June, 2022
Abstract: Affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and the associated lockdowns, the management team at digital-first, Indian cosmetics brand SUGAR is deliberating over ways to respond to the new development in its influencer strategy. SUGAR grew into an INR 100-crore brand digitally by delivering content that was relevant to its young, urban ... More
Reference No: MAR0526(B)Pages: 2Published on: 29, June, 2022
Abstract: Affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and the associated lockdowns, the management team at digital-first, Indian cosmetics brand SUGAR is deliberating over ways to respond to the new development in its influencer strategy. SUGAR grew into an INR 100-crore brand digitally by delivering content that was relevant to its young, urban ... More
Reference No: MAR0387Pages: 21Published 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
Reference No: BP0337(B)Pages: 10Published on: 31, March, 2011
Abstract: This is the second case from a three case series. From 2002 to 2004 Eureka Forbes Ltd. (EFL) took a series of technology initiatives to implement Knowledge Management (KM). The initiative was partially successful and the KM team had many challenges it had yet to face. A small percentage of sales people ... More
Reference No: COMM0005Pages: 13Published on: 13, May, 2009
Abstract: Core Emballage Limited (CEL), Gujarat, India, reached a plateau in 2006 in its business of corrugated packaging solutions. Geographical expansion was not feasible. Although making marginal operating profits, CEL was weighed down by heavy depreciation and interest on loans. The idea of diversifying into unrelated nutraceuticals (nutritional healthcare products) cropped up ... More