Reference No: MAR0285(E)Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: The case is centred around identification of relevant information for studying the prescription behaviour of doctors in order to help the company evolve an appropriate marketing mix. It is used to depict the issues that arise in the problem definition stage of research studies. ... More
Reference No: CMA0523Pages: 32Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Shilpi, a research organization, conducted a study of the handloom development programme in the country. A review of the literature, including survey of a representative group of weavers, weaver cooperatives, and master weavers, was made to identify the problems of the weavers, the objectives and contents of the programme and ... More
Reference No: MAR0541Pages: 25Published on: 31, December, 2023
Abstract: On January 20, 2022, Reed Hastings, the co-founder of Netflix, expressed his dissatisfaction while evaluating the company’s performance in the Indian market. Since its launch in 2016, Netflix has struggled to gain momentum in India. The company implemented several changes in India, such as introducing Hindi-language content and lowering its subscription prices. ... 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: MAR0467Pages: 15Published on: 12, June, 2015
Abstract: GiveIndia is an online donation platform that bridges the gap between the donors and credible Non-Governmental Organizations. The focus of GiveIndia has been on individual donations with a vision to create a culture of giving, where every Indian donates at least 2% of their income for the poor. In 2013, the Government ... More
Reference No: F&A0323Pages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The second of the set, this case describes the sales, stock, and production budgets and their final translation into a cash budget. Also describes the marketing information system being introduced to facilitate the budgetary control systems. ... More
Reference No: MAR0434Pages: 29Published on: 18, June, 2014
Abstract: Set in the Venture Capital space in India in 2008. The case looks at Helion which has $350 million to invest and is looking to make the right choice of 1) segment to target (industry sectors and type of entrepreneur) and 2) the marketing activities required to position Helion to attract the target customer ( ... More
Reference No: BP0337(A)Pages: 13Published on: 31, March, 2011
Abstract: This is the first case from a series of three cases. The case describes situation in Eureka Forbes Ltd. (EFL) which is a 'direct sales' company. EFL is planning to start Knowledge Management (KM) initiatives. The strength of the company is its sales people who work under tremendous performance and ... More
Reference No: BP0337(C)Pages: 41Published on: 31, March, 2011
Abstract: This is the third case from a three cases series. 2004 onwards, Eureka Forbes Ltd. (EFL) took unique initiatives to collect knowledge of its sales people. Various contests were devised and the learning was ploughed back into the organization. It also helped the organization to face various challenges. The challenge now ... More
Reference No: PROD0050Pages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: Describes the collaborative efforts of a national laboratory and a large?sized company. The company makes use of a new process developed by the laboratory for a finished product (baby foods) and succeeds in setting up a plant. The case also discusses the types of difficulties the company has had ... More
Reference No: PROD0057(A)Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1968
Abstract: The case explains the way a company has prepared its plans for developing and introducing a new product to the market. It highlights the difficulties it had to face while going through the technological change, i.e., applied research, development, marketing and after?sales service. It also highlights the need ... More
Reference No: CMA0762Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1997
Abstract: This is a case of successful innovation in which the needs of several parties (farmers, cold storage owners, and bank) are addressed. Development of this innovation was aided by changes in the decision making process, autonomy, etc. The importance of small changes in the product is the focal point in ... More
Reference No: MAR0469TECPages: 12Published on: 17, July, 2015
Abstract: Sensor based technologies, since their integration into mobile phones, have started playing an important role in mobile based transactions. The note provides examples of sensor based communications in daily life. It provides a detailed explanation of the two most commonly used technologies - Near Field Communication (NFC) and Bluetooth Low ... More
Reference No: BP0272Pages: 20Published on: 19, July, 2002
Abstract: The case presents the operational details regarding a blood bank in Ahmedabad. The issues related to marketing for mobile blood donation and component usage is the focus. The case focuses on issues related to marketing a new concept, financial viability of a venture, expansion options of a not for profit ... More