PRODUCT LAUNCH GlaxoSmithKline trying for its second foray in the oral care market through Sensodyne toothpaste: Challenges Ahead Abstract In January 2011‚ GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare India (GSKCH) launched its global oral care brand Sensodyne in the Indian market. Sensodyne is a toothpaste for sensitive teeth and is a global leader in the premium toothpaste category across the world. The brand was previously owned by Block Drug Company INC and was acquired by GSK in 2001. This was the
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Marketing Research Proposal Proposed Research Topic: A situational analysis of toothpaste industry Introduction: At present‚ several well-known brands in the domestic toothpaste manufacturers become increasingly competitive‚ such as Braun Oral-B‚ Colgate‚ Darlie and so on. Different toothpaste brand have their own different market strategy‚ for examples‚ there are products for different ages whereas some target the
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Mechanisms of Multicolored Striped Toothpaste Aree Witoelar Toothpastes often use two or more colors to form stripes. While not providing hygienic benefits‚ it has interesting appearance for the customer [1]. Here we investigate and discover two different mechanisms to achieve consistency of the color ratios. Two sample tubes of toothpaste are chosen randomly from the market‚ and labeled as A and P (Figure 1). The samples are cut across the toothpaste compartment (Figure 2). (not shown). The
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In the Chapter on Acids & Bases‚ we learned that Magnesium Hydroxide Mg(OH)2‚ an Basic Oxide is used to make toothpaste. After each meals‚ there will certainly be a significant amount of food substances that are stuck in-between our teeth. Overnight‚ bacteria in these food substances will secrete acids that will corrode our teeth and causes tooth decay. Magnesium Hydroxide(an Basic Oxide) has the basic properties and will neutralize the acids between the teeth to form neutral salt and water‚ which
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Precision Worldwide‚ Inc. Introduction When a competitor develops and introduces a superior product that is less costly to manufacture and even many times usable and durable‚ the key to people at Precision Worldwide must decide whether to match the competitor’s product‚ when to do so‚ how to price or what sustainable competitive advantage it needs to adopt during the next strategic period‚ given that it holds a large inventory of its now inferior product. This issue concerns the steel and plastic
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Action and Implementation Plan The decision that the group would take is to implement a web-based ordering system that would allow customers to configure their orders in accordance with the specification that they want. Through this the data entry error will decrease. The necessary steps for planning the implementation of a web-based ordering system are stated bellow. The first step in implementing this course of action is to determine the objectives of the company. As for our PSI it aims to
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MARKETING STRATEGIES Colgate delights consumers around the world with an array of Oral Care‚ Personal Care‚ Home Care and Pet Nutrition products. Behind the success of Colgate’s brands are carefully developed business and marketing strategies. Known for having a long history of strong relationships with its retail trade partners. Small stores around the world are just as important to Colgate as large ones. Based on consumer and shopper insights‚ the Company works closely with local
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COLGATE Business Overview Colgate Objectives Organization Structure $10.6 Billion Revenue (2005) Operating in 200 Countries 70% of sales outside the US Compete in Oral Personal & Home Care; Pet Nutrition segments Brands: Colgate‚ Palmolive‚ Speed Stick‚ Ajax‚ Hills Science Diet Consistent unit volume‚ revenue and gross margin growth. Focus on high margin core businesses. Case Facts: Colgate Max Fresh Colgate Max Fresh (CMF) launched in 2004 Less cannibalization than expected More
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Applying the motivating factors and strong leadership qualities made successful in the United States to the workplace where multicultural issues possibly exist; by reinforcing the employee’s capability to understanding and changing their views and overall performance effectiveness as well as its impact on employees. Motivation and motivators differ across cultures as well as leadership and leaders. Practices that might be highly motivating for employees in one country may not be as effective
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The effect of toothpaste to oral bacteria VS the effect of mouthwash to oral bacteria Problem: Bacteria in ones’ mouth causes many problems for oneself in the future. For example‚ gum diseases‚ bad breath‚ etc..‚ Toothpaste and mouthwash is promised to kill most of the bacteria in one’s mouth‚ but which is more effective at killing the bacteria and preventing future problems? This experiment and research is going to prove which is more effective at killing oral bacteria
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