Reference No: MAR0475Pages: 18Published on: 16, February, 2016
Abstract: OGQ was founded by Geet Sethi and Prakash Padukone with the mission to support potential Olympic medal winners, in achieving their dream, with the help of all the stakeholders; and the vision to scout for potential talent and identify their needs. It had eminent personalities from sports who understood the ... More
Reference No: MAR0151Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: This note deals with the use of editorial publicity in the technical trade press, secured through press communications at the time of introducing the forklift truck in the market. Over twentythree publications featured news stories and a debate was initiated in newspaper columns on the efficiency of a ... More
Reference No: MAR0503Pages: 39Published on: 7, May, 2019
Abstract: Mahindra Trucks and Bus Division (MTBD) of Mahindra & Mahindra is at an interesting stage of its evolution. Having gone through a bad patch with a product that was not quite up to the mark, it appears to have got the product right by early 2018 and truck sales had been going ... More
Reference No: MAR0325(D)Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: The case focuses on the need for an effective Management Information System, especially for monitoring store performance in a retail chain. The key issues are: 1) Identifying key performance and decision areas, 2) Understanding the role and criticality of information processing, 3) Identifying performance indicators and 4) Specifying the systems required for the information ... More
Reference No: MAR0372Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 2006
Abstract: Mr. Rohit Swarup, Director of Xplora Design Skool (XDS) was reviewing the report and recommendations made by a student group on selection of towns where XDS could open centres to exploit the opportunity of significant interest in multimedia in the country in February 2004. He was particularly interested in the process ... More
Reference No: MAR0520Pages: 28Published on: 26, November, 2020
Abstract: The Tashkent Files (TTF) disrupted the whole movie trade by defying the predictions. Made on the “political conspiracy” genre in Bollywood, TTF, rejected by major critics of the nation, became one of the most successful movies of 2019. The movie, made off a budget of INR 60 million, grossed INR 250 million at ... More
Reference No: MAR0219TECPages: 25Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Explains how advertising helps to bridge the communication gap between producers and consumers. Personal selling and advertising are two forms of business communications to which consumers respond. Advertising is done in a nonpersonal manner through intermediaries or media. The function of advertising is to contribute towards the greater availability ... More
Reference No: MAR0386Pages: 15Published 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
Reference No: MAR0547Pages: 15Published on: 8, January, 2025
Abstract: This case is about Moonshine Meadery, a honey-based alcoholic beverage brand in India. Nitin and Rohan, the co-founders, started this venture as a fun experiment that gradually grew into a full-fledged business, and they decided to explore expanding production for future growth. Honey was the main ingredient used to make ... More
Reference No: MAR0379Pages: 24Published on: 24, April, 2006
Abstract: Mahindra & Mahindra Limited (M&M), the flagship company of the Mahindra group with a turnover of Indian Rupee (Rs) 55 billion (US$ 1.2 billion), launched their new sports utility vehicle "Scorpio" in August 2002. In the year 2003, Scorpio was rated as the most successful new brand launch in the country. Several initiatives were ... More
Reference No: MAR0187Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The case deals with an advertising campaign launched by The Times of India, Bombay, to increase sales of classified matrimonial advertising space. Information on the background and requirements of the advertisers of the matrimonial classified ads, based on content analysis of the ads in The Times of India and other ... More
Reference No: MAR0224Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This case deals with the promotion of artificial insemination programme by a developmental agency. Results of a survey, which investigated the motivation for and barriers against the widespread use of artificial insemination, are presented. Based on the survey findings, a communications strategy for popularizing the programme has been suggested. Students ... More
Reference No: COMM0013(B)Pages: 10Published on: 28, May, 2020
Abstract: After a tumultuous five months, Nestle India was exonerated in the Maggi crisis just in time for Diwali. Although the mood was one of vindication, the leadership team with Suresh Narayanan at the helm, knew they faced a major challenge to regain lost glory. Stock price had plummeted along with ... More
Reference No: MAR0537Pages: 31Published on: 4, September, 2023
Abstract: The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) handles all online and mobile ticketing for the Indian Railways, the largest passenger carrier in the world, with an annual footfall of more than 8 billion. The IRCTC wished to monetise its data assets and floated a tender in July 2022 to engage a ... More
Reference No: MAR0239Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Richardson Hindustan Limited is a pharmaceutical company whose advertising expenditure has been increasing along with increasing sales. This case illustrates the scope for expansion of marketing in the rural areas arising from the vast market potential which is consistently developing in these areas. The type of advertising plan required for ... More