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The document summarizes Colgate-Palmolive's Precision toothbrush business. It discusses the 3-year journey of CP's Oral Care division and the rise in demand for toothbrushes. It outlines the key components and manufacturing process of Precision toothbrushes. It also presents Colgate-Palmolive's expansion plans, goals, and competitors in the toothbrush market such as Gillette, Johnson & Johnson, Procter & Gamble, and SmithKline Beecham. The conclusion states that Colgate-Palmolive operates in over 100 countries and believes Precision can become more than a niche product through developing an effective marketing mix and financial projections.
Colgate-Palmolive Company: The Precision Toothbrush
Colgate-Palmolive senior management decided to launch Precision early in 1993. Susan Steinberg, Precision product manager, must devise the positioning, branding and communication strategy. She must also decide the advertising budget and breakdown. The pro-forma showed the product would be at a net loss in year 1, covered by year 2. It is recommended to initially position Precision as a niche product, then broaden to mainstream to prevent cannibalization and ensure adequate supply.
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The document discusses Colgate-Palmolive's development and planned launch of the Precision toothbrush. It summarizes research conducted to design the toothbrush for maximum plaque removal. Precision could be positioned as either a niche premium product targeting gum disease, or a mainstream product appealing as the most effective brush. The marketing plan considers segmentation, pricing, placement, promotion and advertising strategies to launch Precision and capture market share from competitors.
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Colgate-Palmolive Company:The Precision Toothbrush
The document discusses Colgate-Palmolive's Precision Toothbrush and its marketing strategy. It summarizes that Colgate developed the Precision Toothbrush through research to be more effective at removing plaque, especially at the gumline. It targeted the toothbrush at consumers concerned with gum disease as a niche, super-premium product and a mainstream professional product. The marketing strategy involved product testing, pricing comparisons to competitors, promotional advertising tests, and positioning Precision as a niche product initially to build the brand in the gum care market.
Colgate-Palmolive - The Precision Toothbrush
Colgate-Palmolive was poised to launch a new toothbrush called the Precision Toothbrush and the product manager had to make key decisions about positioning, branding, and communication. An analysis showed the toothbrush market had three segments and three types of consumers. Positioning the product as a niche brand initially and then mainstream later would minimize losses in the first year while maximizing profits in the second year. The toothbrush would be branded as "Precision by Colgate" to leverage the Colgate brand equity while reducing cannibalization of existing products. Communication and promotion efforts would include advertisements, sampling, and promotions with an increased budget to launch the Precision brand.
Colgate-Palmolive Company Case Analysis
Colgate-Palmolive is launching a new technologically superior toothbrush called the Precision Toothbrush in a competitive market. It faces challenges in gaining credibility and preventing cannibalization of existing products. The document analyzes positioning the brush as a niche or mainstream product, branding, test results that found the brush more effective but unusual looking, and recommendations such as niche marketing initially, aggressive advertising of its benefits, and free dental checkups to promote the issue it addresses.
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William Colgate introduced a starch, soap and candle factory in 1806 in New York City, which later became known as Colgate & Company. In 1873, the company introduced its first toothpaste. Colgate became a global leader in oral care by introducing innovations like toothpaste in a tube and through acquisitions. Today, Colgate has numerous subsidiaries worldwide and maintains the top market share for oral care products in India through a variety of oral care products, promotions, and distribution channels.
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The document summarizes Colgate-Palmolive's Precision toothbrush business. It discusses the 3-year journey of CP's Oral Care division and the rise in demand for toothbrushes. It outlines the key components and manufacturing process of Precision toothbrushes. It also presents Colgate-Palmolive's expansion plans, goals, and competitors in the toothbrush market such as Gillette, Johnson & Johnson, Procter & Gamble, and SmithKline Beecham. The conclusion states that Colgate-Palmolive operates in over 100 countries and believes Precision can become more than a niche product through developing an effective marketing mix and financial projections.
Colgate-Palmolive Company: The Precision Toothbrush
Colgate-Palmolive senior management decided to launch Precision early in 1993. Susan Steinberg, Precision product manager, must devise the positioning, branding and communication strategy. She must also decide the advertising budget and breakdown. The pro-forma showed the product would be at a net loss in year 1, covered by year 2. It is recommended to initially position Precision as a niche product, then broaden to mainstream to prevent cannibalization and ensure adequate supply.
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The document discusses Colgate-Palmolive's development and planned launch of the Precision toothbrush. It summarizes research conducted to design the toothbrush for maximum plaque removal. Precision could be positioned as either a niche premium product targeting gum disease, or a mainstream product appealing as the most effective brush. The marketing plan considers segmentation, pricing, placement, promotion and advertising strategies to launch Precision and capture market share from competitors.
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The document discusses Colgate-Palmolive's Precision Toothbrush and its marketing strategy. It summarizes that Colgate developed the Precision Toothbrush through research to be more effective at removing plaque, especially at the gumline. It targeted the toothbrush at consumers concerned with gum disease as a niche, super-premium product and a mainstream professional product. The marketing strategy involved product testing, pricing comparisons to competitors, promotional advertising tests, and positioning Precision as a niche product initially to build the brand in the gum care market.
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Colgate-Palmolive was poised to launch a new toothbrush called the Precision Toothbrush and the product manager had to make key decisions about positioning, branding, and communication. An analysis showed the toothbrush market had three segments and three types of consumers. Positioning the product as a niche brand initially and then mainstream later would minimize losses in the first year while maximizing profits in the second year. The toothbrush would be branded as "Precision by Colgate" to leverage the Colgate brand equity while reducing cannibalization of existing products. Communication and promotion efforts would include advertisements, sampling, and promotions with an increased budget to launch the Precision brand.
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Colgate-Palmolive is launching a new technologically superior toothbrush called the Precision Toothbrush in a competitive market. It faces challenges in gaining credibility and preventing cannibalization of existing products. The document analyzes positioning the brush as a niche or mainstream product, branding, test results that found the brush more effective but unusual looking, and recommendations such as niche marketing initially, aggressive advertising of its benefits, and free dental checkups to promote the issue it addresses.
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William Colgate introduced a starch, soap and candle factory in 1806 in New York City, which later became known as Colgate & Company. In 1873, the company introduced its first toothpaste. Colgate became a global leader in oral care by introducing innovations like toothpaste in a tube and through acquisitions. Today, Colgate has numerous subsidiaries worldwide and maintains the top market share for oral care products in India through a variety of oral care products, promotions, and distribution channels.
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This document analyzes Colgate Palmolive's launch of the Precision Toothbrush in 1991. It provides background on Colgate's market share in toothpaste and toothbrushes. It then discusses consumer research showing concerns about gum health and unplanned toothbrush purchases. The document analyzes competitors like Oral-B, Johnson & Johnson, and Procter & Gamble. It considers positioning the Precision as a niche or mainstream product and developing branding, communications, and advertising strategies. Finally, it concludes the Precision should initially be niche marketed before transitioning to mainstream and leveraging Colgate's distribution channels.
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Colgate-Palmolive was poised to launch a new toothbrush called Precision in the US. There were debates around whether to position it as a niche product targeting gum health or go mainstream. Mainstream would capture more market share but risked cannibalizing existing products. Research found consumers were motivated by gum prevention and the product was seen as different but the design was uninspiring. It was recommended to start with niche positioning and later broaden to mainstream. The brand should emphasize "Precision by Colgate" to reduce cannibalization. A communication strategy including advertising, promotions and dental sampling was needed to support the launch.
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Colgate Palmolive was poised to launch a new toothbrush called Precision. It had to decide whether to position it as a niche product targeting gum health or go mainstream. As a niche product it could avoid cannibalizing existing lines but require lower marketing investment. However, Colgate's strategy was to build its brand so going mainstream aligned with this despite risk of cannibalization. Precision offered technological benefits over competitors by removing more plaque so it was more than just an extension. Its unique design positioned it for mainstream success by differentiated it from others.
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The document summarizes Colgate-Palmolive's launch of the Precision toothbrush in 1992. It describes the product development process over 3 years led by product manager Susan Steinberg. It analyzes the US toothbrush market and consumer behavior trends. It also outlines Colgate's marketing strategy for Precision, including positioning it as either a niche or mainstream product, advertising plans, distribution channels, and product testing. Financial projections estimated Precision could achieve 3-10% market share in year 1 and 5-14.7% in year 2 depending on the positioning chosen.
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Colgate-Palmolive was developing a new precision toothbrush to launch in 1992. It conducted extensive research over several years to design a brush with bristles of different lengths and orientations that could remove plaque more effectively, especially between teeth and at the gumline. The precision toothbrush was positioned as a premium product claiming to be the most effective brush on the market. Colgate tested potential names, advertisements, and distribution strategies involving dentist samples. It aimed to establish the precision brush as a credible breakthrough product through its proven benefits identified through proper analysis and development of its marketing mix.
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CP was a global leader in household products with $6.06 billion in 1991 sales. Its five-year plan emphasized new products, markets, and efficiencies. In 1991, it spent $243 million upgrading plants, introduced 275 new products, and expanded to China and Eastern Europe. The document discusses CP's development of the Colgate Precision toothbrush through research, concept testing, production planning, pricing strategies, and advertising approaches to launch the new product as either a niche or mainstream brand.
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This case study examines Colgate-Palmolive's plans in 1991-1992 to launch a new toothbrush, the Colgate Precision, in the US market. It provides background on CP's history and success as a leader in household and personal care products. The US toothbrush market was growing due to new product launches appealing to performance and features. CP researched consumer behavior and product designs. It debated niche versus mainstream positioning and branding strategies for the Precision. The case also details CP's distribution channels, competition, and advertising and promotion plans to introduce the new toothbrush.
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Colgate-Palmolive is poised to launch a new toothbrush called Precision. Susan Steinberg must recommend positioning, branding, and communication strategies. Precision uses different sized bristles to improve plaque removal. Initially, Precision should be positioned as a niche therapeutic brush to avoid cannibalizing Colgate Plus sales. It could later broaden to mainstream. Branding should emphasize "Precision By Colgate" to reduce cannibalization. More investment is needed in advertising and promotions, including giving samples to dentists for endorsements.
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Colgate Palmolive developed a new toothbrush called Colgate Precision and the product manager must recommend a marketing strategy. There is a conflict over the advertising budget between Colgate Precision and Colgate Plus. The product manager proposes progressively increasing the total budget and allocating 25% more to Precision each year. Analyzing pricing and sales projections, niche positioning earns $1.79 million in profit Year 1 and $19.96 million Year 2, showing increased volume leads to higher profits.
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The Precision toothbrush was a technologically superior product developed by Colgate-Palmolive over three years. It faced a competitive market with new products from rivals like Oral-B and Crest. Steinberg had to decide on Precision's positioning, branding, and communication strategy. She recommended an initial niche positioning targeting gum health, the Colgate Precision name, and a substantial promotional budget including sampling to drive trial and purchase intent. This approach would maximize profits while avoiding risks like supply issues and cannibalizing existing products.
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The Precision toothbrush was a new product in development by Colgate-Palmolive that featured bristles of different lengths and orientations designed through research to more effectively remove plaque, especially from the gumline and between teeth. Colgate faced challenges in positioning and marketing the Precision against competing new products in the market and determining the optimal pricing and distribution strategy. Consumer research was conducted to understand buying behaviors and test potential marketing messages to help guide these decisions.
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Colgate-Palmolive (CP) was a global leader in household and personal care products. CP's 5-year plan from 1990 to 1995 emphasized new product launches and entering new geographic markets. The document discusses defining the marketing strategy for CP's new precision toothbrush, including positioning, branding, and communication. It analyzes the US toothbrush market and CP's strengths as an innovator with a strong global brand, as well as weaknesses in educating consumers and lack of presence in the super-premium market.
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Colgate-Palmolive was poised to launch a new toothbrush called Precision in the US. There were debates around whether to position it as a niche product targeting gum health or go mainstream. Mainstream would capture more market share but risked cannibalizing existing products. Research found consumers were motivated by gum prevention and the product was seen as different but the design was uninspiring. It was recommended to start with niche positioning and later broaden to mainstream. The brand should emphasize "Precision by Colgate" to reduce cannibalization. A communication strategy including advertising, promotions and dental sampling was needed to support the launch.
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Colgate Palmolive was poised to launch a new toothbrush called Precision. It had to decide whether to position it as a niche product targeting gum health or go mainstream. As a niche product it could avoid cannibalizing existing lines but require lower marketing investment. However, Colgate's strategy was to build its brand so going mainstream aligned with this despite risk of cannibalization. Precision offered technological benefits over competitors by removing more plaque so it was more than just an extension. Its unique design positioned it for mainstream success by differentiated it from others.
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- 1. CASE STUDY
- 2. OBJECTIVES
- 6. ORAL HEALTH MARKET IN
- 7. ADVERTISING
- 9. MARKET SEGMENTS MARKET SEGMENTS Value Premium Super Premium $1.29 $1.59 - $2.09 $2.29 - $2.89
- 10. This was the target for Colgate Precision
- 12. DEMAND INCREASE
- 16. BRAND CHOOSING BEHAVIOUR UNIQUE FEATURES EXPERIENCE COMFORT PROFESSIONAL RECOMENDATION
- 17. DISTIBUTION
- 18. COMPETITION
- 19. COLGATE PRECISION In August 1992, Colgate-Palmolive (CP) was poised to launch a new toothbrush in the United States, tentatively named Colgate Precision.
- 20. BRAINS THAT FUEL PRECISION TOOTHBRUSH IDEA SUSAN STEINBERG PRODUCT MANAGER NIGEL BURTON DIVISION GENERAL MANAGER RUBAN MARK CEO
- 26. POSITIONING NICHE POSITIONING MAINSTREAM POSITIONING Position as a specialised product Less Market Profit Less erosion of other segment like Colgate Plus. Position as a normal product More Market Profit Heavy erosion of other segment like Colgate Plus.
- 29. Stenberg's estimation of costs
- 30. DISTIBUTION
- 36. DISCLAIMER Created by Nilay Aishwarya, BIT Mesra during Marketing Internship under Dr. Sameer Mathur, IIM Lucknow.