Reference No: MAR0325(A)Pages: 21Published on: 27, September, 1999
Abstract: RPG Enterprises, one of the top five business houses of India, decided in 1996 to enter organized food retailing by opening a chain of supermarket grocery stores under the name "FoodWorld" in Chennai, Bangalore and Hyderabad, the three major cities in south India. This case describes the background and rationale of ... More
Reference No: MAR0268(A)Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: The case describes the marketing situation of a division (die casting machines division) of a multi plant, multi division company. Data include company sales, industry sales, and sales and product lines of competitors. The process of decision making (with regard to pricing) of the company, bases of competition used by ... 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
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: MAR0232Pages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Pond's (India) Limited is a public limited company manufacturing and marketing toiletries and cosmetics. In almost all its markets, Pond's products are market leaders, and this is true in the case of cold cream too. This case explains the company's various promotional strategies for Pond's Cold Cream. The focus 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: MAR0192Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The case describes the salient features of the fork lift truck (FLT) industry. Saptrishi has been losing several key orders to its competitor, Aquarius. A market research study finds out how FLTs are bought. The data should help in understanding the buyer behaviour, leading to a more effective segmentation and ... More
Reference No: MAR0184Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: A leading manufacturer of refrigerators is planning to introduce a new product -- an air conditioner. A study is commissioned to understand the target consumers' buying behaviour. The marketing manager, aided by the findings and recommendations of the research group, needs to devise a promotional strategy. The case provides an ... More
Reference No: COMM0005Pages: 13Published on: 13, May, 2009
Abstract: Core Emballage Limited (CEL), Gujarat, India, reached a plateau in 2006 in its business of corrugated packaging solutions. Geographical expansion was not feasible. Although making marginal operating profits, CEL was weighed down by heavy depreciation and interest on loans. The idea of diversifying into unrelated nutraceuticals (nutritional healthcare products) cropped up ... More
Reference No: COMM0022Pages: 5Published on: 26, March, 2019
Abstract: The case revolves around a change initiative introduced in the Indian division of a US-based organization operating in the field of building and composite glass materials. The case has been written from the perspective of Sreenath, who has recently joined as the country head, and has identified a four-point change ... More
Reference No: MAR0341(A)Pages: 21Published on: 14, December, 2000
Abstract: This case describes the process of international market selection. Two frameworks - Kotler's Market Attractiveness Framework plus Jennet and Henesseys Framework -- to assess opportunity for choice of markets, are used. Recommendations made to the board, on international marketing strategy that Core should adopt, are given. Vice President, International Division, ... More
Reference No: MAR0261(A)Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Relates to strategic issues of continuing in the business, and evolving an appropriate marketing strategy for promoting product design services offered. Issues raised relate to diagnosing critical problems requiring resolution, identifying needed information, and designing appropriate research studies and instruments for data collection. Four different studies were designed: 1) of users ... More
Reference No: MAR0148TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: This note is part of the "Techniques for Marketing Decisions" series. It describes a simple technique for breaking down the main product benefit into several associated benefits. The "benefit tree" so generated can be used for market segmentation, product differentiation, promotional strategy, etc. ... More
Reference No: MAR0345(A)Pages: 14Published on: 14, August, 2002
Abstract: The case describes the product design experience of "Symphony" brand of air cooler. The entire process of new product design and development is described. The initial idea, refining of the idea and development of concept, product design, sensing of reactions of potential customers, manufacturing, initial marketing strategy, test marketing, redesign ... More
Reference No: MAR0341(B)Pages: 2Published on: 14, December, 2000
Abstract: This case describes the comments of the Vice President, International Division, on the process and proposed recommendations on international marketing strategy for Core Healthcare Limited. ... More
