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: MAR0343Pages: 13Published on: 21, September, 2001
Abstract: This case describes the Marketing Manager's decision dilemma in developing a value proposition, and communication strategy for a new fabric wash product. The manager has to evaluate the pros and cons of all communication options in context of a line-extension strategy that, interestingly, is in the form of a new ... More
Reference No: MAR0357Pages: 13Published on: 7, January, 2004
Abstract: The case focuses on the challenge faced by Reliance Infocomm, a part of the Reliance Group on how best to promote its Reliance India Mobile brand of telecom service to the Indian consumer. With competition from other telecom companies that utilize either GSM or CDMA technology, Reliance Infocomm must decide ... More
Reference No: MAR0356EXPages: 11Published on: 7, January, 2004
Abstract: The case focuses on the challenge faced by Eureka Advertising Agency, about to pitch for a national advertising campaign for Shopper's Stop, a leading departmental store chain across India. The emphasis is on how best to promote the store to the growing number of Indian shoppers. With competition from other ... 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: 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: MAR0291Pages: 32Published on: 1, January, 1986
Abstract: Expert Advertising Agency was a medium sized advertising agency which wished to increase its billing to a level comparable with that of the top few in the industry, and to acquire the stature of a market leader. expert wished to formulate a marketing strategy in order to achieve this growth. ... 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
Reference No: CMA0165Pages: 11Published on: 21, January, 1969
Abstract: The case is about the characteristics of tractor buyers and the process of buying decisions of a farmer going in for a tractor in Indian conditions in general and Gujarat conditions in particular. The case leads to information on consumer behaviour and mode of communication to such consumers, besides giving ... More
Reference No: COMM0028Pages: 18Published on: 28, December, 2021
Abstract: Nadia Chauhan, Chief Marketing Officer at Parle Agro set her vision in 2017 to become the dominant player in the beverages segment and to double the turnover to INR 10,000 Cr. by 2022. She had been prompted by the success of the company over the last five years when Parle Agro had doubled ... 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: STR0473Pages: 20Published on: 20, November, 2023
Abstract: In 2019, Nissan India found itself facing a turbulent market situation as it contested market space against 14 competitors. Some of its recent product launches had not been well-received, and dealers nationwide were sceptical of associating with Nissan. The following year, Nissan appointed Rakesh Srivastava as the new Managing Director of Nissan ... 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: MAR0553Pages: 16Published on: 5, June, 2025
Abstract: This case is centred on Prega News, a brand owned by Mankind Pharma in India. Prega News began as a pregnancy testing kit but later diversified into a wide range of products catering to every stage of a woman’s pregnancy journey. By 2024, the brand offered a portfolio of products ... More
Reference No: MAR0516Pages: 36Published on: 18, January, 2021
Abstract: ThatsPersonal.com was an online retailer of sexual wellness and adult products founded by Samir Saraiya in 2013 in India. Its core value proposition was 'Privacy'. Two years after its launch, the company was facing quite a few challenges. The initial press publicity it had received had helped it reach target ... More
