Reference No: MAR0153(A)Pages: 32Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: This case deals with marketing strategy formulation for gaskets and radiators. Data have been provided for various segments of the market. The case could be used for evaluating distribution channels, promotion strategy, pricing, etc. The case also involves forecasting the demand. ... More
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: MAR0079Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Stresses a medium sized company's overall marketing strategy in its export markets. It describes the company's product policies and export promotional methods. Students are expected to discuss and evaluate the overall export strategy, particularly in light of its size. ... More
Reference No: MAR0328(A)Pages: 10Published on: 10, April, 1999
Abstract: The case describes a contest launched by Britannia Industries Limited during the World Cup 1999. It gives a brief background about the company and it's overall marketing strategy, promotions planned by other companies during the World Cup 1999, and details about the contest "Britannia Khao World Cup Jao". The objectives, budget, terms ... More
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: MAR0387Pages: 21Published on: 20, August, 2007
Abstract: Barista has emerged as a leading coffee chain in India. It was the first to sense the latent need of Indian consumers wanting not just a product but a complete coffee experience. The case describes the key factors contributing to the growth of Barista. It discusses the dilemma faced by ... 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: MAR0228TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Advertising copy has a very important role to play in conveying to the consumer what the advertiser wants to convey in an effective manner. To do this, the copywriter has to obtain information about the product, the marketing objectives of the firm, competition and other conditions existing in the market, ... 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 decisionmaking (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: 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: 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: PROD0285Pages: 28Published on: 21, December, 2004
Abstract: Mr. Bhat, the Senior Vice President, Marketing, of Titan Industries Limited was examining the domestic growth scenario of Titan watches. The sales of Titan Industries Limited as of August 1996 showed a drop of 11 per cent over the previous year. The traditional strengths of Titan have been in marketing, especially retailing, ... More
Reference No: MAR0215(C)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The case presents a typical situation in consumer durables marketing, highly competitive market, and extremly price conscious consumers. Product differentiation is not particularly evident. The Divisional Manager of Gujarat Industrial Distributors, who has a great deal of autonomy in developing the market strategy for the region for which he is ... More