Reference No: MAR0488Pages: 15Published on: 19, January, 2017
Abstract: In 2011, Brand Manager, was reviewing the research brief prepared to review the performance of the launch plan of the refined vegetable cooking oil brand freedom of GEF, a new company in Andhra Pradesh. Specific focus was to assess overall performance, brand strength and TVC. The results would help preparation of ... More
Reference No: MAR0352(B)Pages: 18Published on: 1, January, 2003
Abstract: The case describes the market research carried out by TI Cycles for assessing the opportunity available for geared bicycles in India. It presents the background of the company, its marketing function, the new product development process, and the performance till 1996-97. The case provides a detailed plan for market research ... More
Reference No: MAR0348Pages: 49Published on: 12, February, 2002
Abstract: The case of Dainik Jagran is aimed at highlighting the strategies followed by a company that wishes to wrest the leadership from a well-known, established newspaper. It exemplifies the efforts that are required in such an exercise. The case describes the process of identifying the gaps in the market so ... More
Reference No: MAR0538(C)Pages: 10Published on: 12, August, 2024
Abstract: The DS Group was a well-established name in the Indian food and confectionery industry; its offerings in mouth fresheners, confectionery, dairy products and spices were already popular in the market. With an ability to deliver premium-quality innovative products and set trends, the group established itself as a multi-diversified conglomerate that ... More
Reference No: CIIE0024Pages: 16Published on: 11, May, 2022
Abstract: Three college friends came together to start 'Santa Express'—an on-demand delivery service serving customers for pickup and delivery of handy and non-perishable goods in Kochi, Kerala. The idea was based partly on market research and raw intuition. While they were initially able to grab public attention with their social ... More
Reference No: MAR0538(B)Pages: 6Published on: 12, August, 2024
Abstract: The DS Group was a well-established name in the Indian food and confectionery industry; its offerings in mouth fresheners, confectionery, dairy products and spices were already popular in the market. With an ability to deliver premium-quality innovative products and set trends, the group established itself as a multi-diversified conglomerate that ... More
Reference No: MAR0538(A)Pages: 19Published on: 12, August, 2024
Abstract: The DS Group was a well-established name in the Indian food and confectionery industry; its offerings in mouth fresheners, confectionery, dairy products and spices were already popular in the market. With an ability to deliver premium-quality innovative products and set trends, the group established itself as a multi-diversified conglomerate that ... More
Reference No: CMA0226(B)Pages: 16Published on: 22, January, 1973
Abstract: This is a follow up of case A. It tells about the new strategy suggested to the company by a marketing consultant. This strategy is based on action research and survey of the command area. While the marketing consultant advocates this strategy for adoption the company has reservations and does ... More
Reference No: MAR0511Pages: 21Published on: 31, January, 2020
Abstract: Lupin, an India-based pharma firm, started its Novel Drug Discovery and Development (NDDD) division in 2010. In 2018, the division licensed MALT1 inhibitors to AbbVie, an MNC Pharma firm for a down payment of USD 30 million, to be followed by progressive payments of USD 947 million over 10 years. This was the first success ... More
Reference No: MAR0285(G)Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: The case presents a review of past research studies carried out for examining doctors' prescription behaviour and for determining promotional mix. It also gives a brief review of the company's marketing information system. It is useful for discussing alternative research methodologies/studies for the phenomenon of doctor's prescription behaviour. The ... More
Reference No: CIIE0034Pages: 20Published on: 29, August, 2025
Abstract: Science for Society (S4S) Technologies was started by Vaibhav Tidke in 2010 as an idea to take the latest dehydration technology to India’s rural regions to save farm waste through a unique product—a solar-powered dehydrator to dry and preserve farm produce. The startup enabled rural women as micro-entrepreneurs ... More
Reference No: MAR0098Pages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1972
Abstract: HPL was contemplating the introduction of an over-the-counter tonic to tap the increasing demand for such a product. Though the management was convinced of the viability of the proposition, issues like attributes of the product and marketing strategy to be used were being considered. The product manager organized ... More
Reference No: IMG0016Pages: 32Published on: 15, June, 1999
Abstract: Ranbaxy Laboratories Limited, a major player in the Indian pharmaceutical industry, is one of the few Indian multinational corporations. The case describes the evolution of the company from a small beginning in the 1950s to a leadership position in the Indian pharmaceutical industry. The case describes the strategies pursued by ... More
Reference No: MAR0175Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Clearasil is an antipimple cream, a brand leader in its category, marketed by Richardson Hindustan Limited. The company had appointed a research agency to gauge the impact of a recent Clearasil radio commercial. The case records in detail the methodology and the findings; and at the end poses questions ... More