This presentation is an in-depth analysis of a Harvard Business School Case Study created under the able guidance of Professor Sameer Mathur of IIM Lucknow
3. Company Background
• The company had sales of $6.06 billion and a
gross profit of $2.76 billion in 1991 making it a
global leader in household and personal care
products.
• CP’s five-year plan(1991-95) emphasized new
product launches and entry into new geographic
markets, along with improved efficiencies in
manufacturing and distribution and a continuing
focus on core consumer products.
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5. Situation Analysis
CP is poised to launch “Precision toothbrush”
as a line extension after significant research.
Feared competition from competitors in
premium akin to the value segment.
Conducting surveys to muster consumer
responses.
Contemplating on the process of brand
positioning and communication tactics.
6. Who all are involved ???
Susan Steinberg
(Precision Product Manager)
Nigel Burton
(Division General Manager)
John Philips
(Colgate Plus Manager)
Reuhen Mark
(Colgate-Palmolive CEO)
10. Value
• Priced at $1.29
• 12% of dollar sales
Professional
• Priced between
$1.59 and $2.09
• 42% of dollar sales
Super
Premium
• Priced above $2
• 46% dollar sales
Segments
As of 1992