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Economics of Product Variety
Dhebar, AnirudhCase HBS-191099-EStrategyExamines the economic tradeoffs affecting a firm's decision to offer one or more versions of a product to a segmented market. Also presents some arguments for and against product variety.Starting at €8.20
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Worldwide Niche Marketing (Spanish version)
Moriarty, Rowland T., Jr.; McQuade, KristaCase HBS-504S18MarketingDeals with the issue of niche marketing in a worldwide market. Barco Projection Systems makes video, data, and graphics projectors for the industrial market. They have traditionally been the performance leader. In August 1989, Sony Corp. introduced a higher performance graphics projector at a considerably lower price than Barco's existing projector. As a result, Barco is faced with being preempted in their fastest growing segment by a competitor ...Starting at €8.20
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The Aquatred Launch (Spanish version)
Quelch, John A.; Isaacson, BruceCase HBS-503S56Marketingwhether to launch the Aquatred and whether to expand Goodyear's distribution network. Also explores issues involved in managing a complex distribution structure during a time of rapid change.Starting at €8.20
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When New Products and Customer Loyalty Collide
Maruca, Regina Fazio; Halliday, Amy L.Article HBS-93608-EMarketingIn this fictional case study, Henry Carson had thought it was time for his company, Pacer Athletic Shoes, to upgrade its standard offerings for the serious runner and expand into walking shoes. But after investing considerable resources in the effort, he's having second thoughts: the returns so far aren't good; old customers seem confused or, worse, annoyed; Pacer doesn't seem to be attracting new customers, despite a flashy marketing campaign; a...Starting at €8.20
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Planet Reebok (B) (Spanish version)
Quelch, John A.; Harper, JamieCase HBS-519S12MarketingSupplements Planet Reebok (A).Starting at €5.74
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Planet Reebok (A) (Spanish version)
Quelch, John A.; Harper, JamieCase HBS-519S10MarketingReebok International Ltd. is preparing to launch its first global advertising campaign for "Planet Reebok" in three European countries--France, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Planet Reebok was recently launched in the United States during the 1993 Superbowl. The company conducted market research on the Planet Reebok concept in the three countries.Starting at €8.20
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Beating the Commodity Magnet
Rangan, V. Kasturi; Bowman, GeorgeCase HBS-594122-EMarketingAll markets follow a cycle of growth and maturity, then commoditization and decline. This note argues that while commoditization of an industry may seem inevitable, the better managed firms find a way to make money in the commodity cycle. These firms know how and when to differentiate their products through innovation, service, and customer partnerships; and how and when to offer a "no-frills" product, and seek cost leadership. Four such strategi...Starting at €8.20
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Can This Brand Be Saved?
Maruca, Regina FazioArticle HBS-94508-EMarketingIn this fictional case study, Caroline Portal knows that La Shampoo is in trouble. Introduced in 1975 and targeted at women between the ages of 15 and 30, La Shampoo has a stylish image that had immediately become popular. Its slogan, "La Shampoo: For the Look and Feel of France," had remained the same since day one. In 1989, however, the line had begun a slow descent, but the company hadn't really addressed the problem until two years ago, when ...Starting at €8.20
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How Do You Grow a Premium Brand? (HBR Case Study and Commentary)
Maruca, Regina Fazio; Campbell, William; Dolan, Robert J.; Hersh, Anita K.; Farquhar, Peter H.; Aaker, David A.; Shelman, MaryArticle HBS-95205-EService and Operations ManagementGordon Johnston has taken his elite health-club concept from the germ of an idea to the pinnacle of success. But the most difficult decision in managing his company lies ahead. Gordon must figure out how to lead Transition fitness clubs into the next phase. In each of the 15 years since Transition's flagship club opened in New York City, its sales have doubled. The company boasts fitness trainers handpicked by Olympic medalists, health-conscious ...Starting at €8.20
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Black & Decker Corp. (A): Power Tools Division
Dolan, Robert J.Case HBS-595057-EMarketingPresents Black & Decker's performance against a Japanese competitor and others in the power tools market. Black & Decker is anxious to regain its market share leadership in particular segments of the market. This case is accompanied by a Video Short that can be shown in class or included in a digital coursepack. Instructors should consider the timing of making the video available to students, as it may reveal key case details.Starting at €8.20