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Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh; Kulkarni, A R;

Reference No: MAR0203(A) Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The case focuses on the analysis of the soft drink market by a new company organized in the wake of Coca Cola's exit from India. Issues relating to segmentation, market structuring, positioning and product strategy can be developed from this case. ... More

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Authors: Mehta, S C; Parekh, Jayshree;

Reference No: MAR0187 Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: The case deals with an advertising campaign launched by The Times of India, Bombay, to increase sales of classified matrimonial advertising space. Information on the background and requirements of the advertisers of the matrimonial classified ads, based on content analysis of the ads in The Times of India and other ... More

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Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

Reference No: MAR0210EX Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: Several newproduct idea generation or improvement techniques are explained with illustrations. The reader is encouraged to develop newproduct ideas using these techniques. The exercise also requires the reader to confront organizational implications of the ideation techniques. ... More

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Authors: Mohan, Manendra;

Reference No: MAR0239 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: Richardson Hindustan Limited is a pharmaceutical company whose advertising expenditure has been increasing along with increasing sales. This case illustrates the scope for expansion of marketing in the rural areas arising from the vast market potential which is consistently developing in these areas. The type of advertising plan required for ... More

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Authors: Roy Dholakia, Ruby; Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

Reference No: MAR0193 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: Market trends and market research indicate possibilities of introducing a new brand of coffee in Northern India. However, it is unclear what product position should be aimed at and what market strategy be adopted. Analysis of market structure, segments, coffee drinking habits, sociopsychological variables affecting coffee drinking, etc. called ... More

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Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

Reference No: MAR0211TEC Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1978

Abstract: This note examines the newproduct idea generation process. After analyzing the characteristics of the ideation process, the note discusses the problem of "managing" ideation. Strategies for ideation are discussed and a system proposed for effective control of the ideation process. ... More

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Authors: Parekh, Jayshree; Khurana, Rakesh;

Reference No: MAR0207(B) Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: The case deals with the positions taken by various microcomputer-manufacturing companies that came into the market after Tez Computers Limited. In light of the positions taken by competitors, should the company change its position, or should it maintain the same old position? ... More

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Authors: Mohan, Manendra;

Reference No: MAR0218TEC Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: Deals with the various important aspects that should be taken into account in formulating an advertising plan, and also the approach for developing it. The advertising plan describes the product its physical characteristics as well as its uses. The advertiser has to develop a "unique selling proposition" which induces the ... More

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Authors: Mohan, Manendra;

Reference No: MAR0236TEC Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: This note deals with an analysis of the concept of advertising appropriation. The main consideration and various approaches for determining the size of the advertising budget and its allocation are outlined. ... More

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Authors: Ramamurthy, B; Govindarajan, V;

Reference No: F&A0332 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: Details a practical, reallife problem in transfer pricing. An existing system is detailed and all problems associated with the same are raised. ... More

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Authors: Mohan, Manendra;

Reference No: MAR0215(C) Pages: 11 Published 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

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Authors: Mohan, Manendra;

Reference No: MAR0229 Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: Pond's (India) Limited is a public limited company manufacturing and marketing toiletries and cosmetics and competes in the skin preparations segment of this market with its wellknown products. This case discusses the development of Pond's Dreamflower Talc campaigns in detail. It also gives a summary of the advertisements of ... More

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Authors: Mohan, Manendra;

Reference No: MAR0221TEC Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: The success of an advertisement depends on the judgement at various stages of creating an advertisement apart from the research which may have gone into the development of the campaign. The copywriter, who plays a major role in the creative process, has to evolve an appropriate creative approach based on ... More

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