Reference No: MAR0344Pages: 45Published on: 12, February, 2001
Abstract: The note discusses the characteristics of the shipping industry and professional ship management services industry. It describes how contemporary global marketing management concepts and tools can be used to enhance the competitive position and performance of firms offering professional ship management services. ... More
Reference No: MAR0317(B)Pages: 13Published on: 18, August, 1998
Abstract: The Marketing manager of A-One was faced with the task of developing a marketing plan for Gluco-One for the next and subsequent years based on the information provided in the case. A-One Starch Products Limited, established in the 1930s, was a leading manufacturer of starch and its derivatives in India. ... More
Reference No: MAR0257TECPages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: This note is meant for users of marketing research. It provides an understanding of purposes of research in a decision-making situation in marketing research, alternative research designs used in marketing research, and criteria/guidelines for selection and evaluation of alternative designs for specific research studies. The specific research designs ... More
Reference No: CMA0026(B)Pages: 6Published on: 10, November, 1971
Abstract: The case is in continuation of the case "Landvi Marketing Society". The Landvi Society was interested in exporting lime juice and the details regarding the attempts made by the firm are given in the first case. This case analyses the economic considerations involved in developing an export market. The monthly ... More
Reference No: CMA0246Pages: 11Published on: 7, February, 1973
Abstract: The case discusses distribution channels for fertilizer distribution in a cooperative organization. It tries to bring out factors relevant to building a distribution network. It specifically outlines functions expected from each level of the network. ... More
Reference No: MAR0269TECPages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The note identifies the many decisions related to managing marketing research activities. It enlists the steps necessary to be used if an outside research agency is used. It also identifies and lists the questions which need answers for the search and selection of an outside agency. ... More
Reference No: MAR0308Pages: 37Published on: 21, November, 1995
Abstract: The Ahmedabad Women's Action Group (AWAG) is an organization that aims to raise the image of women in society and protect their right to live with dignity. An income generation unit-AWAG-EKTA was set up with the sole objective of making women financially independent. It produced readymade dresses and faced problems ... More
Reference No: MAR0272TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: The note has four sections: Section 1: What is measured in marketing? Section 2: What is measurement? Section 3: How to select measures (scales), and Section 4: How to ensure validity and reliability of measures. The note is written with marketing decision-makers and marketing research executives as primary audiences. ... More
Reference No: MAR0271TECPages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: The note describes a classification scheme of marketing information for scale construction. For single item measurement, ordinal, interval and ratio scale methods are described. Multi-item scales like semantic differential, Thurstone's equal appearing interval, and Likert's summated rating scales are described. A broad idea about multidimensional scaling is also provided. Guidelines ... More
Reference No: MAR0124TECPages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The note describes the marketing research scene in India, based on data provided by a few good marketing research agencies. It describes the kind of marketing research studies that are carried out by selected research agencies in India, and also gives relevant information about a few reputed agencies. It attempts ... More
Reference No: MAR0258TECPages: 27Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: It is a non-technical description of various issues that arise in sample selection for marketing research studies. Users' point of view has influenced the content and the style of writing of this note. It draws upon the experience of actual marketing research studies which are included as illustrations. It deals ... More
Reference No: MAR0061Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: Raises many doubts about the role of consumer surveys and highlights the reservations of a marketing executive towards marketing research. Issues related to the tendency of jumping directly to collection of primary information are highlighted. ... More
Reference No: MAR0220TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: There is a set of ingredients that have to be blended in order to accomplish marketing objectives. Advertising is one of the several forces contributing to awareness, comprehension, conviction and action. Other factors will vary, depending on whether it is a consumer or industrial product. Advertising decisions have to be ... More
Reference No: MAR0311Pages: 23Published on: 7, October, 1997
Abstract: The case can be used for assessing the international efforts of the Maruti Udyog in general and introduction of the Maruti car in Europe and Italy in particular. This can also be used for preparing the international marketing plan for the company. The case describes the company background, genesis of ... More