Reference No: MAR0141Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: AWC is a small company entering a market where heavy competition is anticipated in the near future. Because of the nature of the product, the potential market (domestic and export) is fairly large in size. However, the present size of the market is rather small. In such a setting, the ... More
Reference No: CMA0023Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1965
Abstract: The case discusses the problems faced by a milk producers union at the primary society level. It raises the issues of personnel policy at the society level and the pricing policy of milk at the union level. ... More
Reference No: CMA0247Pages: 15Published on: 7, February, 1973
Abstract: The case attempts to highlight the position of a product in relation to other products which the company is marketing. It discusses possibilities to make this product economically viable along with reasons for retaining it even though it may not be profitable. ... More
Reference No: PROD0233Pages: 15Published on: 20, August, 1996
Abstract: In order to respond to the changing auto market, MUL is trying to become more market oriented. The MD is concerned about integration within MUL's operations, i.e., marketing, manufacturing, vendor development, engineering, etc. The objective of the case is to study current mechanisms used bu MUL to coordinate the ... More
Reference No: MAR0303(B)Pages: 10Published on: 14, December, 1994
Abstract: The case is a continuation of Indian Products Limited (A): Plan for Data Analysis. It describes the process of data preparation, including preparation of the codebook, and proposed data analysis plan for achieving the objectives of the research described in case (A). The objectives were to assess whether an opportunity ... More
Reference No: F&A0411(A)Pages: 26 Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: The focus of the case is on the entry strategy of Spartek Ceramics India Limited., especially product selection, technology, marketing, and financial strategies of a start-up venture. It examines the alternative growth strategies open to the company in the context of changing industry structure and increased competition. The case also ... More
Reference No: MAR0060Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case revolves around the concept of the purchase decisionmaking unit for industrial marketing. The participants are expected to identify the individuals of each decisionmaking unit and their role in the purchase decisionmaking process. A number of decision situations are described. Excerpts from the research study, "Purchasing ... More
Reference No: MAR0171(B)Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Certain doubts were raised about the effectiveness of promoting Minadex as an iron tonic. The agency set to work on a new proposition which would highlight specific benefits rather than make general claims about health and energy. A survey of tonic users, carried out before test marketing, reflected consumers' perception ... More
Reference No: BP0248Pages: 5Published on: 4, February, 1998
Abstract: Novelty Bread narrates the success story of a bread manufacturing company belonging to a diversified group of medium sized family business. It can be used to illustrate the role of innovation in various aspects of business. The choice of the product mix itself is innovative. While the market leader, Modern ... More