Reference No: MAR0242Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Describes the market research carried out by the company to estimate demand for stainless seamless tubes. Students are required to evaluate this market research and suggest their own method of doing research. ... More
Reference No: MAR0306Pages: 16Published on: 1, October, 1995
Abstract: The case presents the situation wherein the Marketing Manager of the company has to decide as to which Market Research Agency should be entrusted with the task of carrying out a market research study to enable the organization to formulate their marketing strategy. The case provides the details of the ... More
Reference No: MAR0092(D)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1972
Abstract: The case is an extension of Household Products (India) Limited (C). It describes the events that led to the process of decision making for introducing a new brand of soap: idea generation, concept development, product development and testing, marketing mix development for test marketing and the process of test marketing. ... More
Reference No: MAR0013(G)Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Bright Engineering had been forced to reduce its price by 50% for its major product because of fierce competition from a bigger firm. The management desired to drop this item and was looking for new product lines to utilize its excess production capacity. The case involves assessing the marketing potential for ... 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: 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: MAR0293TECPages: 28 Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: A field exercise to find out prices charged to consumers forms the basis of this note. An attempt was made by student researchers to conceptualize as to what considerations organizations take into account while fixing their prices and pricing strategies. The reasons for a much larger or smaller spread between ... 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: MAR0383Pages: 14Published on: 14, July, 2006
Abstract: Abstract The case describes locations, facilities, infrastructure, market, manpower, customer profile, competition and performance of one training and experimentation outlet. It also describes different types of experiments (operations, service, and customer related) conducted at the outlet. Outlet in-charge / sales officer is faced with the issues of deciding what research/ experiments ... More
Reference No: MAR0059Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case involves discussion of issues regarding two topics in marketing research problem formulation and evaluation of a research proposal. Issues regarding how to translate management's concerns into researchable propositions are highlighted. The case deals with issues of expanding the company owned retail shop network for distributing its textile products. ... More
Reference No: MAR0060Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case revolves around the concept of the purchase decision making unit for industrial marketing. The participants are expected to identify the individuals of each decision making unit and their role in the purchase decision making process. A number of decision situations are described. Excerpts from the research study, "Purchasing ... 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: MAR0101Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1971
Abstract: A pharmaceutical company seeks the help of a consultant to study their distribution strategy. The company deals in ethical products and distributes them directly to chemists, hospitals and selected doctors without the use of any wholesale channel. Though the system has worked fairly satisfactorily, the company intends to examine if ... More
Reference No: MAR0194Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The market position of a large and regionally dominant matches manufacturer has eroded over the years. A market research study reveals interesting facts about the preferences, attitudes and behavior of consumers and retailers. A creative marketing strategy is required to stay on top of a price conscious market. ... More
