The document provides an analysis of LVMH's international strategy as a multi-brand luxury conglomerate. It discusses how LVMH manages its portfolio of brands through both acquisitions and organic growth. LVMH focuses on rapid international expansion through strategic acquisitions of star luxury brands and increasing its retail network for organic growth. However, managing such a diverse portfolio of brands creates challenges around coordination and ensuring attention to all brands.
This study by Mohamed Mazhoud will cover main aspects of Louis Vuitton (LV)’s strategic processes as an organisation and will underline the organization type, purpose, mission, vision, and objectives that sustain its organisational structure.
This study by Mohamed Mazhoud will cover main aspects of Louis Vuitton (LV)’s strategic processes as an organisation and will underline the organization type, purpose, mission, vision, and objectives that sustain its organisational structure.
Louis Vuitton Malletier, a well-known brand which always referred as Louis or LV. LV has become a dream, icon, representatives of elegance essence which is widely used by the fashion media when being described (Pub Articles, 2012). In the year 1854, Louis Vuitton, started his French fashion in Paris with a suitcase store concept using his own name and the brand itself was later widely spread through the areas for its leather products for almost one century time. In addition, LVMH- Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SA, was then created through a $4 billion merger in 1987, is the world's leading luxury goods vendor, providing products –perfumes, designer handbags, jewelry, accessories, sunglasses and books (Funding Universe, 2000). The successful merging is one of the important aspects which made LV’s luxurious fashion image.
LVMH group mission is to represent around the world with the most refined qualities of Western `Art de Vivre’ and continues improvement in synonymous with both elegance and creativity. LVMH emphasizes on the word ‘Perfection’ by paying close attention towards every details in their products, at the same time making their products and cultural values embodied with blending tradition and innovation, kindle dreams and fantasies.
Nowadays, Louis Vuitton diversified their product lines. Besides bags and leather products, LV logo and monogram is not only on accessories, shoes, sunglasses, timepieces, and jewelries, but also other trend indicators such as books and stationeries. LV is the global current leading international fashion selling their products in authentic LV boutiques, upscale department stores and also through its online website. This is because LV products are high standard in terms of quality and status which are highly priced; their market is targeted and segmented for luxurious consumer which made them not easily affordable for regular consumer. With its increased market, LV has gained many rivals in the luxury brand industry such as Versace, Hermes, Burberry, Chanel, Prada, Gucci, Versace, Hermes and so on.
LVMH has become the star brand whilst focusing on their brand history, quality control, marketing buzz, and right designs as the key elements. Having its corporate strategy focuses on business diversification, merger and acquisition, LVMH has become the top producer of luxury products, engaging on all luxury market segments and global renowned brand, and its marketing activities are the organisation’s competitive advantages and core competencies through product quality, service quality, innovation and skills.
The features of the global marketing of luxury products (on the example of lo...diana_vardanyan
Aim - determine the characteristics of global production marketing and develop practical recommendations for the implementation of marketing strategies companies in the global market.
1 part
was studied the international marketing strategies
were identified the features of of the global marketing of luxury products
2 part
was examined the activity of a conglomerate LVMH
was analyzed the market for luxury goods and the competitive environment
3 part
were developed recommendations for the company Louis Vuitton in global marketing
were developed practical recommendations in the global marketing field for companies operating in the sphere of luxury goods
This presentation contains the analysis of a prospective acquisition of Bulgari by LVMH. This exercise was done as a part of a case study competition conducted by JPMorgan. The presentation covers various aspects like DCF Valuation, Trading comps, Transaction Comps, Synergy estimation, Acquisition financing etc.
A group presentation on Louis Vuitton. It is a case analysis given in the prescribed textbook by the university. We have brought the content up to date (2018) and tried to answer the questions related to the case. By reading this ppt, if you can get a general idea about their business model and their standings among competitor. Please let us know in case of any differences in your opinions or praise us for the good work if you liked it.
LVMH is a flagship case of entrepreneurial success, strong willpower and smart organic and inorganic decision-making led by Bernard Arnault. Creating the first high fashion and luxury products conglomerate generated a chain of events that still defines the trends of the relevant industries nowadays, more than three decades later.
Louis Vuitton Malletier, a well-known brand which always referred as Louis or LV. LV has become a dream, icon, representatives of elegance essence which is widely used by the fashion media when being described (Pub Articles, 2012). In the year 1854, Louis Vuitton, started his French fashion in Paris with a suitcase store concept using his own name and the brand itself was later widely spread through the areas for its leather products for almost one century time. In addition, LVMH- Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SA, was then created through a $4 billion merger in 1987, is the world's leading luxury goods vendor, providing products –perfumes, designer handbags, jewelry, accessories, sunglasses and books (Funding Universe, 2000). The successful merging is one of the important aspects which made LV’s luxurious fashion image.
LVMH group mission is to represent around the world with the most refined qualities of Western `Art de Vivre’ and continues improvement in synonymous with both elegance and creativity. LVMH emphasizes on the word ‘Perfection’ by paying close attention towards every details in their products, at the same time making their products and cultural values embodied with blending tradition and innovation, kindle dreams and fantasies.
Nowadays, Louis Vuitton diversified their product lines. Besides bags and leather products, LV logo and monogram is not only on accessories, shoes, sunglasses, timepieces, and jewelries, but also other trend indicators such as books and stationeries. LV is the global current leading international fashion selling their products in authentic LV boutiques, upscale department stores and also through its online website. This is because LV products are high standard in terms of quality and status which are highly priced; their market is targeted and segmented for luxurious consumer which made them not easily affordable for regular consumer. With its increased market, LV has gained many rivals in the luxury brand industry such as Versace, Hermes, Burberry, Chanel, Prada, Gucci, Versace, Hermes and so on.
LVMH has become the star brand whilst focusing on their brand history, quality control, marketing buzz, and right designs as the key elements. Having its corporate strategy focuses on business diversification, merger and acquisition, LVMH has become the top producer of luxury products, engaging on all luxury market segments and global renowned brand, and its marketing activities are the organisation’s competitive advantages and core competencies through product quality, service quality, innovation and skills.
The features of the global marketing of luxury products (on the example of lo...diana_vardanyan
Aim - determine the characteristics of global production marketing and develop practical recommendations for the implementation of marketing strategies companies in the global market.
1 part
was studied the international marketing strategies
were identified the features of of the global marketing of luxury products
2 part
was examined the activity of a conglomerate LVMH
was analyzed the market for luxury goods and the competitive environment
3 part
were developed recommendations for the company Louis Vuitton in global marketing
were developed practical recommendations in the global marketing field for companies operating in the sphere of luxury goods
This presentation contains the analysis of a prospective acquisition of Bulgari by LVMH. This exercise was done as a part of a case study competition conducted by JPMorgan. The presentation covers various aspects like DCF Valuation, Trading comps, Transaction Comps, Synergy estimation, Acquisition financing etc.
A group presentation on Louis Vuitton. It is a case analysis given in the prescribed textbook by the university. We have brought the content up to date (2018) and tried to answer the questions related to the case. By reading this ppt, if you can get a general idea about their business model and their standings among competitor. Please let us know in case of any differences in your opinions or praise us for the good work if you liked it.
LVMH is a flagship case of entrepreneurial success, strong willpower and smart organic and inorganic decision-making led by Bernard Arnault. Creating the first high fashion and luxury products conglomerate generated a chain of events that still defines the trends of the relevant industries nowadays, more than three decades later.
The year 2012 marked 20 years since Bernard Arnault’s decision to create the LVMH Environmental Department, demonstrating that our Group’s Houses have long been taking environmental concerns into account.
2018 Global Case Competition at Harvard, 2nd in World, Top Undergraduate TeamJoe Braun
Earned Second Place Overall of 120 Teams Worldwide, Top Undergraduate Team, Top Team in North America at the largest Investment Banking Competition in the world.
This presentation focuses on the issue marketing managers face when profit margins begin to shrink beyond desire in their current markets. Should the marketing managers take their brand to where the action is or will that hinder the brand's perception? This brings up the issue of rather to reposition the entire brand to match the image of the new Value Market or Premium Market you are trying to enter. While the other option is to develop a sub-brand of the main product brand that won't risk the equity that has been built with the main product brand. This incase brings up the question will the sub-brand be endorsed by the main brand or be a co-driver meaning the choice of why to buy the product is indifferent or is this a situation where you are bringing class to mass and the main product brand's image and equity is the reason the consumer buys the product. Example, Mercedes C-Class.
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Based on actual examples with high end and premium brands, this masterclass aims at explaining the key points to consider when working out an international strategy of business development for a brand. Where to go? How to go? When to Go? Which channels? Should we act local or global? How does marketing and sales work together for a successful brand development internationally?
1. Case Study
LVMH: Managing A Multi-brand Conglomerate
Team 5:
Ilario Fulvio Giannetti
Chen Peng
Priyesh Salunke
Harjeev Sabherwal
Inna Zinina
2. What does globalization mean to the luxury industry?
Opportunities Threats
• Market expansion • Counterfeiting
• Low-cost raw materials, equipment and • “Grey” market
labor available in the local market • Vulnerable to PEST-EL Factors
• To achieve economies of scale and • Successive decrease in brand value
scope • Increased competition
• Increased margins due to pricing policy • Creation of new competition by
• New consumer groups available in the sharing know how
local market
• Extension of the definition of luxury
• To adapt local and new trends for the
local market
• To source talent globally
• Transfer of skills and strengths
Conclusion
Although there are significant number of threats to the luxury
industry, globalization is unavoidable for continuous growth.
4. Assessment of LVMH’s diversification
Strengths Weaknesses
• Share operational resources and • Difficulty to manage various
competencies' across brands and divisions
divisions • Different organization structures in
• Maintaining exclusivity by multiple countries may cause problems in
brands under one division administration and coordination
• Strong Balance Sheets help to • Lack of attention and neglecting the
absorb losses from unprofitable smaller brands
divisions and maintain position • 98% of operating profits are
• Selective retailing complements generated by 2 major divisions
other brands by providing easy
access to all brands
Conclusion
Although diversification helps in leveraging the synergies, it creates difficulty
in the management of the various divisions. Disproportionate profit
generation is an evidence of under utilization of non – core division
5. What is the international strategy of LVMH?
The international strategy of LVMH is that of rapid expansion and
that of a first mover.
• It has focused most of its acquisition efforts on
Acquisitions brands within the luxury segment.
• LVMH in its acquisition phase seeks to purchase star
brands that evoke innovation and quality
• Focus on new product launches
Organic growth • Expand its retail network
• Increase expenditure on communications
6. International strategy of LVMH
Global Global Transnational
Integration
PPR-Gucci Puig L’OREAL
HIGH
1 LVMH 3 LVMH
SWATCH
2 LVMH
LOW
Hermes
International Multinational
LOW HIGH Local Responsiveness
7. How does international strategy of LVMH differ from its
competitors?
LVMH Richemont PPR Swatch Hermes
Both Acquisition and Acquisition Key priority: Organic Both acquisition and Organic Growth
Growth Organic Growth Growth Organic Growth
Strategy When required:
Acquisition
1.Wines & Spirits; 1.Fashion & 1.Fashion & Leather Watches Fashion & Leather
2.Fashion & Leather Leather Goods Goods Goods
Product Goods; 3. Perfumes & 2.Watches & 2.Perfumes & Cosmetics: Watches
Diversification Cosmetics Jewelry 3.Watches & Jewelry Perfumes
2.Watches & Jewelry Shoes
3.Selective Retailing
Expand target audience Elite and Expand target audience Present in all price Elite and Exclusive
Target
when entering new Exclusive when entering new segments
Audience markets markets
Most brands Primarily in Europe and US Globally Primarily in
manufactured in Europe France
Manufacturing country of origin and
few brands moved to
low cost countries
100% exclusive Partly retail Partly retail and franchise Partly retail and 100% exclusive
Distribution
and franchise franchise
channel
Conclusion: LVMH has the most diverse international strategy in all functions. They are not
limiting themselves and they are trying to be the first to reach a broad product clientele by
rapid expansion.
8. LVMH’s core competence
Managing creativity
No Financial
Cost Control In
Top Designers Constraint on
Manufacturing
Designers
LVMH’s core competence is managing creativity and this helps
in efficient management of the star brands.
9. How does LVMH manage creativity and its creative assets?
Creativity and/or creative assets are managed in the following manner:
Design Decentralized design (each brand is independent and
run by its own creative director)
Managers Small number of managers
Profitability Correlation between profitability and creative freedom
Talent Emphasis on retaining best talent (Marc Jacobs)
Quality Strict control on quality and strong cost control in
other areas (i.e. manufacturing)
Knowledge Knowledge sharing between parent company and
subsidiary
Differentiation from competitors:
LVMH are more equipped at crisis management when it comes to
preserving talent
10. How well has LVMH exploited its core competences in their
various diversification moves and strategic acquisitions?
LVMH integrates acquired company in the following way:
• The core assets of the acquired brand are assessed
• The creative team and management is preserved
• The resources and knowledge are shared but at the same time, the
culture of the company is maintained.
• LVMH maintains the essence of the company, giving them the
required freedom in creativity.
• LVMH keeps a check on the core competence in the acquired firm
However, LVMH gives too much attention to “Star Brands” and the
other brands feel neglected. On this basis, creative freedom is
granted mostly to the “star brands”. As a result of this, creative talent
is leaving LVMH because they feel abandoned.
Conclusion
Strategic acquisitions and diversification is driven by potential profitability which
depends on creativity. LVMH emphasizes on creative freedom, however, this
freedom is enjoyed only by the star brands. This results in the adulteration of their
core value. Hence, the core competence of LVMH is not utilized fully.
11. What are the factors influencing companies which seek
growth through acquisitions in this industry?
Companies which seek growth through acquisitions are influenced by the
following factors:
• Available companies to buy in the market
• Saturation of the current market forcing companies to
diversify
External • Competitors’ activities in acquisitions
• Industry trends suggesting that all major brands are
turning into luxury conglomerates
• Eliminating potential threats via acquisitions
• Financial capabilities to acquire the target company
• Capability to integrate the acquired company into the existing
business
Internal • Plan to acquire targeted companies resources such as: local
knowledge and data base, brand value, R&D facilities, market
share
• Avoiding over exploiting star brands by adding fresh brands
into the family
12. How are they managing and integrating these acquisitions?
Ways to manage the acquisitions
Keep independent Partial integration 100% integration
Creativity
Marketing
Production
Distribution
HR
Finance
Strategy
Control by parent company
13. LVMH strategy
Maintaining
Acquisition of star creativity and
and strong brands independence of
new brands
Synergizing
activities such as Requirement of
LVMH strategy
marketing and profitability
distribution
Diversification in all Strict control over
luxury segments quality
14. Does LVMH’s structure support its strategy?
The structure model of LVMH is the matrix organization.
Paris New York Tokyo
LVMH LVMH Dior Fendi LV Dior Givenchy …
LV Dior Givenchy … LVMH Givenchy cre ati vity …
cre ati vity … cre ati vity … mar ket ing …
… … … … … … … … pro duc tion …
HR dis tri but ion
Marketing HR
Production
Conclusion
• In general, in the short term, it supports its strategy by putting emphasis on creativity of each
brand while taking advantage of functions including production, distribution and marketing.
• However, in the long run it will be harder to integrate new brands into the current structure.
15. Can this strategy be sustained?
What would you recommend LVMH do?
LVMH strategy can be sustained. However, certain changes
need to be made to optimize the trade off between
profitability and creativity.
• Pay equal attention to all brands and transform them into
profitable units
• Better allocation of key resources like creative talent
We • Finding a suitable successor for Bernard Arnault
recommend
• Developing a system to find and retain top designers
• Trying to move towards a unified organization structure for
each brand
16. How is LVMH “cultivating” leaders for tomorrow?
• Best talent in the industry is hired
• These hired people are given “on the job” training
• Association with leading business schools and educational programs
• Hiring of people with diverse educational backgrounds
• Brand immersion and Inter company seminars to develop perfect
management, communication and leadership skills
• Giving opportunities for transfer to the global headquarters
• Introduction of different business games to simulate business culture and
operating realities
Conclusion
LVMH is excellent at cultivating future leaders of tomorrow