...Russian Standard Vodka: Strategies for Global Branding and Expansion into the US Market An Individual Case Study Prepared by Yanan MIAO under the Supervision of Pro. Hans MUHLBACHER for International Marketing Course T1-2011-2012 Background Russian Standard vodka, known as Russia’s number one premium vodka brand, was founded by Roustam Tariko and initially launched in 1998. Four years later the sales of this authentic Russian premium vodka surpassed all imported premium vodkas, achieving the number one position in the premium segment with a 27% market share in its domestic market. Brand Identity The first truly premium Russian vodka that “Embraced the past…and inspired progress”. Company’s Objective Equals to the founder (Tariko)’s vision: to make Russian Standard vodka the number one Russian vodka in the world. Assessment of the Current Market Success factors: 1. An evocative brand name. 2. Unmatched product quality. 3. Production Origin. 4. Distinctive premium packaging. 5. Strong distribution networks, commanding merchandising skills. 6. Premium pricing policy. 7. Smart promotional on-premise and off-premise strategy. 8. Strong financial support from brother company—Russian Standard Bank. Failure: Inaccurate domestic advertising compaign—conceived by its consumers as inconsistent with brand image. Issue Encouraged by its rapid success at home as well as driven by the vision of its founder, Tariko wondered whether Russian Standard vodka should be launched in...
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...Business Plan Part 2 By Mark Hamilton Professor Ellis Godwin Entrepreneurship and Innovation August 16, 2014 Mission Statement Smart Vodka sees an opportunity in the spirit market place where there is a demand for our society to be more health conscious about what they eat and drink. Our mission at Smart Vodka is to provide a low calorie vodka that today’s social drinker demands. So we have created a vodka which carries a variety of flavors such as, Pineapple, Cherry, Watermelon, and lemon Lime and they all are low in calories. Our mission is to allow our customers to indulge in their cocktails and enjoy leisure times without feeling guilty about. Our society has become more health conscious and this is why we came up with the product Smart Vodka. Smart Vodka is one of a kind because he carters to all types of beverage drinkers. We have distribution all over the United State and looking to expand globally. Through our efforts to help build awareness when it comes to drinking, adding slogans to strengthen drinking responsible etched into our bottle will give our consumers something to think about while having a cocktail spirit. So drink respectively with one of a kind Smart Vodka; “Encouraging responsible decision making is a strong business model for us when promoting our premium quality brands, In fact we discourage abusive consumption of our brands and urge consumers who choose to drink...
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...Van Gogh Vodka Copyright © Black Robot Advertising Ltd The contents of this document are confidential and the property of Black Robot Advertising Ltd and the recipients agree by accepting delivery of this document not to disclose or make use of any of its parts in any way whatsoever, to anyone without the prior written consent of Black Robot Advertising Ltd and an agreed monetary exchange for the right to use any or all of its contents. Executive Summary ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2 Brand Situation.............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 2 Findings, Insights and Issues......................................................................................................................................................................................... 3 Brand Switching ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3 Experience and Lifestyle ...............................................................................................................................................
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...Table of Contents Problem Statement………………………………………………………………………… 2 Situation Analysis…………………………………………………………………………... 2 Market and Segmentation Analysis……………….…………………………………. .. 3 Key Factors ………………………………….……………………………………………. 3 Alternative Analysis………………….…………………………………………………….. 3 Recommendations ………………………………………………………………….…….. 7 Action Plan…………………………………………………………..…………………..... 8 Problem Statement: Vincor must choose the best product characteristics, positioning, branding, packaging and distribution strategy to introduce their new alcoholic beverage product in the refreshment market. Situation Analysis • Objectives: • • Vincor’s objective is to have at least a 3-year lifespan in the market, since this would be considered ‘successful’ in the refreshment industry. Unsuccessful products were pulled from the shelves within their first year. 1 • • Background: In 2004, Vincor was the world’s eighth largest producer and distributor of wine and wine-related products. In Canada, Vincor was the market leader with 21% market share. The refreshment category was an important part of Vincor’s business in Canada, and was driven primarily by its Vex and Grower’s Cider brands, each of which sold nearly one million cases in 2005.1 In 2004, refreshments were a $230 million dollar industry in Canada. However, the refreshment category within the alcoholic beverage industry shrank by 6% year over year. Each province...
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...The term "marketing mix" became popular after Neil H. Borden published his article The Concepts of the Marketing Mix in 1964. In this article Borden explains how he first began using this term in the late 1940's after James Culliton described the marketikng manager as a "mix of ingredients". These ingredients in Borden's teachings included product, planning, price, branding, distribution channels, personal selling, advertising, promotions, packaging, display, servicing, physical handling, and fact finding analysis. These ingredients were later grouped by E. Jerome McCarthy into four categories which we now refer to as the four p's of marketing (NetMBA 2007). The four p's of marketing make up the marketing mix which is probably the most well known of all the marketing terms. "Its elements are the basic, tactical components of a marketing plan. The four p's, of the marketing mix elements are product, place, promotion and price" (Marketing teacher 2009). These four elements create the marketing mix which impacts the development of any organization's marketing strategies and tactics. The concept is simple. Think about a cake and the components of a cake. There are certain ingredients that are required but one can alter how much of each ingredient is added. The same goes with marketing. The four p's are required but depending on the organization there may be more emphasis on one and less on another. But one thing remains the same, all four p's are necessary. "The majority of people...
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...Synopsis Alternative Recommendations Final Recommendation Epilogue Company History Vincor’s history can be traced back to 1874 with the establishment of the Niagara Falls Wine Company, founded by Thomas Bright and Francis Shirriff. Over the years, a number of Ontariobased wineries were established, eventually amalgamating into three large companies. In 1993, these companies; Cartier, Inniskillin and T. J. Bright, merged together to form Vincor. As of 2004, Vincor was the world’s eighth largest producer and distributor of wine and wine-related products. Case Background Vincor: Project Twist details the decisions that Vincor’s marketing team had to make in order to create a new alcoholic beverage to bring to the market. This task was challenging due the fact that “what’s trendy today may not be trendy two years from now,” as stated by Vincor’s marketing manager Kelly Kretz. Key Issues and Decisions The key issue in this case was coming up with a concept for a new alcoholic beverage product. Decisions to be made in regard to the product included: product characteristics, positioning, target market, branding, packaging and distribution strategy, pricing, and promotional strategy. Vincor was already a well-established player in the wine industry, holding 16% of the refreshment market in 2004 with their VEX and Growers Cider brands. Creating a successful new cooler could help Vincor gain an even larger share of the $230 million refreshment industry; however, reaching success in...
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...Case Study Russian Standard Vodka: Strategies for Global Branding and Expansion into the US Market INTRODUCTION 1. Russian Standard Vodka is a major Russian premium vodka brand. Established in 1992, Roust Inc. is Russia’s largest importer and distributor of spirits and Champagnes. In 1998, Roust launched Russian Standard vodka, which quickly became the highest selling premium vodka in Russia, ahead of established international and local brands such as Stolichnaya, Smirnoff, Finlandia and Absolute. 2. Russian Standard’s success can be attributed to the high quality of the vodka itself, its Innovative and distinctive bottle, to its strong presence in bars, clubs and supermarkets, and to a brand identity that is proud to leverage its Russian heritage while promising world-class standards of quality (hence the name ‘Russian Standard’). Interestingly, and quite unusually, the Russian Standard brand was also used to launch a Commercial Bank focusing on consumer lending which also became a huge success in little time thanks to its financial solidity and aggressive marketing. 3. Encouraged by its rapid success at home, the company is considering whether it should Launch Russian Standard in the biggest premium vodka market in the world - the US – and whether it should adapt its marketing mix or stick with the strategy that has been so successful 4. In Russia, to help make these two decisions, the case provides detailed information on consumer habits and competition in Russia...
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...Synopsis Alternative Recommendations Final Recommendation Epilogue Company History Vincor’s history can be traced back to 1874 with the establishment of the Niagara Falls Wine Company, founded by Thomas Bright and Francis Shirriff. Over the years, a number of Ontariobased wineries were established, eventually amalgamating into three large companies. In 1993, these companies; Cartier, Inniskillin and T. J. Bright, merged together to form Vincor. As of 2004, Vincor was the world’s eighth largest producer and distributor of wine and wine-related products. Case Background Vincor: Project Twist details the decisions that Vincor’s marketing team had to make in order to create a new alcoholic beverage to bring to the market. This task was challenging due the fact that “what’s trendy today may not be trendy two years from now,” as stated by Vincor’s marketing manager Kelly Kretz. Key Issues and Decisions The key issue in this case was coming up with a concept for a new alcoholic beverage product. Decisions to be made in regard to the product included: product characteristics, positioning, target market, branding, packaging and distribution strategy, pricing, and promotional strategy. Vincor was already a well-established player in the wine industry, holding 16% of the refreshment market in 2004 with their VEX and Growers Cider brands. Creating a successful new cooler could help Vincor gain an even larger share of the $230 million refreshment industry; however, reaching success in...
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........................5 PESTE………...….......…….………………………....…..…..…………..……..................................5-6 Consumer Analysis…...…….………………………....…..…..……………………………………………7 Case Keys.…………………………………...…………………………………….………………………………………….8 Alternatives……………………...…………………………………...…………………………………………………….8-9 Recommendation………………..…………………………………...…………………………………………………9-10 Action Plan…………………………………………………………...………………...………………………………….10 Short term………….………………………………………………………...………………………………..10 Long term……………………………………………………………………..………………………………..10 Contingency Plan……………..……………………………………...………………….................................10 Market Segmentation Chart- Appendix A……………………………………………………………………11-12 Pricing Options Chart- Appendix B……………………………………………………………………………..13 Executive Summary: Vincor, world-renown for its production and distribution of wine and wine-related products, is considering launching a new alcoholic refreshment beverage to compete alongside some of its own best-selling brands such as Vex and Growers Cider in an attempt to increase sales and market share in the refreshment category. Kelly Kretz, marketing manager for Vincor is tasked with developing a strong business case and positioning strategy to be approved by both the executive council and...
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...ICRA EQUITY RESEARCH SERVICE UNITED SPIRITS LIMITED September 20, 2011 Industry: Alcoholic Beverages ICRA Online Grading Matrix Valuation Assessment A Fundamental Assessment Fundamental and Valuation Grades ICRA Online has assigned the Fundamental Grade ‘4’ and the Valuation Grade ‘B’ to United Spirits Limited (United Spirits). The Fundamental Grade “4” assigned to USL implies that the company has “strong fundamentals”. The Valuation Grade assigned to implies that the company is “moderately undervalued” on a relative basis (as on the date of the grading assigned). Company Profile United Spirits is the largest spirits company in India’s branded spirits market with more than 43% market share. With 112.2 million cases in sales in FY11, the company surpassed Diageo Plc to become the largest spirits company in the world. United Spirits has a very strong and wide portfolio of spirits with 21 of its brands selling more than a million cases a year. The company enjoys a strong 59% market share for its first line brands in India. United Spirits has a well established manufacturing and distribution footprint comprising of 37 owned manufacturing units, 57 contract manufacturing tie-ups and distribution network covering almost 98% of the sales channel in India. The company has grown rapidly over the years through several acquisitions and greenfield expansion. Acquisition of Shaw Wallace in 2005 (second largest player at that time in India) and Whyte & Mackay (fourth largest scotch...
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...manufacturer and distributor of an assorted collection of drinks which include rum, distilled spirits, gins, wines and scotches, pre- mixed drinks and sauces that is acclaimed by an adult oriented market. The company announced that it incurred a billion-dollar loss in 2009 because of money owed to it by its parent, CL Financial. Even so, the Angostura Group managed an after-tax profit of $371 million in 2010.The marketing tools employed by Angostura Ltd has led them to regain profitability in the local market (see Appendix 1). The financial crisis that ravaged them in recent years was not only the result of their parent company but also outside influences that hampered on their performance (see Appendix 2). 1.1 Competitor’s Analysis The two (2) primary local competitors in Trinidad and Tobago regarding the distribution of alcohol are AS Bryden& Sons Limited and Alston’s Marketing Company Limited (AMCO). They have feverishly pursued in obtaining the local target market with imported premium spirits that embodies recognition globally. Alston’s Marketing Company Limited (AMCO) Price is based on Product Line Pricing, Competitive Pricing and also Premium Pricing because of the premium spirits they offer to their consumers. Import tax and duties are major contributors in determining final pricing. AMCO’s main distributing center is located in Chaguanas, Trinidad and Tobago. The company maintains Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and are physically distributed through...
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...Tickle Me, Tony Let others pursue mere success. Tony Hsieh wants to unlock the secrets of human happiness. 66 INC. MAY2009 Get Ha3DV How Tony Hsieh uses relentless innovation, stellar service, and a staff of believers to make Zappos.com an e-commerce juggernaut—and one of the most blissed-out businesses in America BYMAXCHAFKIN I PHOTOGRAPHS BY JAKE CHESSUM "What would make you happier in your life?" Tony Hsieh asks me this question as we sit at a booth with half a dozen young people in one of those absurdly lavish lounges that can be found only in I as Vegas. It's called Lavo, setting of recent Paris Hilton and Nelly sightings and the cit)'s newest hot spot. The theme is an ancient Roman bathhouse, and so, in addition to the normal nightclub features—thumping bass, low tables, dim lighting—there s the distracting aspect oftwo scantily clad women pertbrmltig a risqué bathing routine, complete with damp sponges and music. It's a strange setting for an interview^^specially for an intcr\'iew with Hsieh (pronounced Shay). He's a thoughtfi.il, low-key fellow who seems out of place in such a louche setting. Indeed, he seems oddly oblivious to his surroundings, MAY2009 INC. 67 EVERYBODY LOVES ZAPPOS which makes sense, given that he runs what is arguably the customers feel really, really good. This is not because Hsieh is a decades most innovative start-up, Zappos.com. Hsieh helped nice guy (though he is a very nice guy), but because he has start Zappos in 1999...
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...382 PART 5 SHAPING THE MARKET OFFERINGS ter p ha C 14 In This Chapter, We Will Address the Following Questions 1. How do consumers process and evaluate prices? 2. How should a company set prices initially for products or services? 3. How should a company adapt prices to meet varying circumstances and opportunities? 4. When should a company initiate a price change? 5. How should a company respond to a competitor’s price change? As a high-end luxury goods provider, Tiffany & Co. knows the importance of preserving the integrity of its prices. Developing Pricing Strategies and Programs Price is the one element of the marketing mix that produces revenue; the other elements produce costs. Prices are perhaps the easiest element of the marketing program to adjust; product features, channels, and even communications take more time. Price also communicates to the market the company’s intended value positioning of its product or brand. A well-designed and marketed product can command a price premium and reap big profits. But new economic realities have caused many consumers to pinch pennies, and many companies have had to carefully review their pricing strategies as a result. For its entire century-and-a-half history, Tiffany’s name has connoted diamonds and luxury. Tiffany designed a pitcher for Abraham Lincoln’s inaugural, made swords for the Civil War, introduced sterling silver to the United States, and designed the “E Pluribus Unum” insignia that adorns $1 bills...
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...Developing Pricing Strategies and Programs Price is the one element of the marketing mix that produces revenue; the other elements produce costs. Prices are perhaps the easiest element of the marketing program to adjust; product features, channels, and even communications take more time. Price also communicates to the market the company’s intended value positioning of its product or brand. A well-designed and marketed product can command a price premium and reap big profits. But new economic realities have caused many consumers to pinch pennies, and many companies have had to carefully review their pricing strategies as a result. For its entire century-and-a-half history, Tiffany’s name has connoted diamonds and luxury. Tiffany designed a pitcher for Abraham Lincoln’s inaugural, made swords for the Civil War, introduced sterling silver to the United States, and designed the “E Pluribus Unum” insignia that adorns $1 bills as well as the Super Bowl and NASCAR trophies. A cultural icon—its Tiffany Blue color is even trademarked—Tiffany has survived the economy’s numerous ups and downs through the years. With the emergence in the late 1990s of the notion of “affordable luxuries,” Tiffany seized the moment by creating a line of cheaper silver jewelry. Its “Return to Tiffany” silver bracelet became a must-have item for teens of a certain set. Earnings skyrocketed for the next five years, but the affordable jewelry brought both an image and a pricing crisis for the company: What...
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...JaNuaRy–FeBRuaRy 2014 23 consumer Behavior What Marketers Don’t Get About Online Reviews Itamar Simonson and emanuel rosen 78 competition The Big Lie of Strategic Planning roger l. Martin 103 risk Management The New Rules of Globalization Ian Bremmer : -( : -( ; -) : A greAt plAce to work What ideo, BlackRock, and Netflix know about building high-performance cultures Page 53 ©2013 Cartier calibre de cartier CHRONOGRAPH 1904-CH MC THE 1904-CH MC, THE NEW AUTOMATIC WINDING CHRONOGRAPH MOVEMENT, WAS CONCEIVED, DEVELOPED AND ASSEMBLED BY THE CARTIER MANUFACTURE IN THE GREATEST WATCHMAKING TRADITION. THIS MOVEMENT IS EQUIPPED WITH INGENIOUS SYSTEMS FOR UTMOST PRECISION: A COLUMN WHEEL TO COORDINATE ALL THE CHRONOGRAPH FUNCTIONS, A VERTICAL CLUTCH DESIGNED TO IMPROVE THE ACCURACY OF STARTING AND STOPPING THE TIMING FUNCTION, A LINEAR RESET FUNCTION, AND A DOUBLE BARREL TO ENSURE UNRIVALED TIMEKEEPING. 18K PINK GOLD 42 MM CASE, MECHANICAL MANUFACTURE CHRONOGRAPH MOVEMENT, SELF-WINDING, CALIBRE 1904-CH MC (35 JEWELS, 28,800 VIBRATIONS PER HOUR, APPROXIMATELY 48 HOUR POWER RESERVE), CALENDAR APERTURE AT 6 O’CLOCK, 18K PINK GOLD OCTAGONAL CROWN, SILVER OPALINE SNAILED DIAL, GOLD FINISHED CHAMFERS. ALLIGATOR STRAP. EXPLORE AND SHOP WWW.CARTIER.US - 1-800-CARTIER hbr.org January–February 2014 Contents 53 SpoTlIghT on TalENT aND PErformaNCE 54 IDEo’s Culture of helping Research at one office of the design firm ...
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