This is a case analysis of a Harvard Business Review. The slide was made during a marketing internship under the guidance of Prof. Sameer Mathur, IIM Lucknow.
Natureview Farm produces refrigerated cup yogurt with all-natural ingredients and a longer shelf life. It aims to grow revenue over 50% by 2001 through expansion. Three options are considered: 1) Expand 6 SKU lines into supermarket regions, 2) Expand 4 SKU lines nationally in 32oz cups, or 3) Expand 2 SKU multi-packs into natural food stores. Option 1 is recommended to accelerate growth through supermarket penetration using top flavors and developing relationships with distributors, despite potential channel conflicts and promotion costs.
Natureview Farm is an organic yogurt manufacturer founded in 1989 known for its natural ingredients, long shelf life, and high quality taste. It has experienced strong growth through guerrilla marketing and national distribution in natural food stores. The organic foods market is predicted to grow significantly in coming years. Natureview's challenge is to increase revenue by 50% in two years to attract new investors. Its options are to expand its 8oz or 32oz product lines into supermarkets or launch children's multi-packs in natural food stores. Financial projections show the children's multi-pack option has the highest margins and lowest costs.
Nature view farm case study group submited1Ibah Jungmin
Natureview Farm is a yogurt manufacturer seeking to expand its business. It is currently considering three expansion options: 1) Expand its 8-oz yogurt flavors into supermarket channels in the Northeast and West, 2) Expand its 32-oz yogurt sizes nationally in supermarkets, or 3) Introduce new children's multipacks in the natural foods channel. Option 1 has the highest projected revenue growth but also the highest costs and risks. Option 2 has attractive profit margins but uncertainty around distribution. Option 3 fits the natural foods channel growth but may not meet revenue targets. After comparing the financial projections, Natureview decides to pursue Option 1 to maximize revenue potential despite the risks.
This case study summarizes the history and growth of Natureview Farm yogurt company from 1989 to 2000. It discusses expanding into new product lines, packaging sizes, flavors and retail channels. Three expansion options for 2001 are considered: 1) introduce 8oz cups into eastern/western supermarkets, 2) launch 32oz cups nationally, or 3) add children's multipacks to natural food stores. Option 1 is chosen for its potential to generate the highest revenue of $31.06 million while gaining first mover advantage in supermarkets. Though risky, it could yield long term profits of 200% growth.
Natureview Farm is a yogurt manufacturer that needs to increase revenues over 50% by 2001. It is considering three expansion options: 1) introducing 6 SKUs of 8-oz cups in eastern and western supermarket regions, 2) expanding 4 SKUs of 32-oz cups nationally in supermarkets, or 3) introducing 2 children's multipacks in natural food stores. Option 1 is projected to produce the required $20 million revenue by 2001 with lower costs and a first-mover advantage for 8-oz cups in supermarkets. While Options 2 and 3 have potential, they face greater challenges from competition or uncertainty that make them less viable to meet the revenue goal.
Natureview Farm produces and markets refrigerated cup yogurt. It is considering three options to grow revenues by over 50% in two years: 1) Expand six SKU's into supermarket regions, 2) Expand four 32-oz SKU's nationally, or 3) Expand two children's multi-packs into natural food stores. Financial projections show option 1 has the highest average net marketing contribution at $7.6M annually, though option 1 also has the highest risks due to competition in supermarkets. The recommendation is to pursue option 1 with adjustments like lower pricing for natural retailers and cost reductions through partnerships.
Natureview Farm is considering options to grow its revenue beyond $20 million by 2001. Option 1 is to expand its 8-oz yogurt cups into supermarket regions, which could generate $16.1 million in revenue in 2000 and $19.3 million in 2001. Option 2 is launching a national rollout of its 32-oz cups, projected to earn $9.2 million in 2000 and $9.2 million in 2001. Option 3 is introducing children's multipacks in natural food stores, with potential revenues of $3.8 million in 2000 and $3.3 million in 2001. The recommendation is to combine Options 1 and 3 to leverage the revenue growth of supermarkets while maintaining relationships in natural food stores.
Natureview Farm produces refrigerated cup yogurt with all-natural ingredients and a longer shelf life. It aims to grow revenue over 50% by 2001 through expansion. Three options are considered: 1) Expand 6 SKU lines into supermarket regions, 2) Expand 4 SKU lines nationally in 32oz cups, or 3) Expand 2 SKU multi-packs into natural food stores. Option 1 is recommended to accelerate growth through supermarket penetration using top flavors and developing relationships with distributors, despite potential channel conflicts and promotion costs.
Natureview Farm is an organic yogurt manufacturer founded in 1989 known for its natural ingredients, long shelf life, and high quality taste. It has experienced strong growth through guerrilla marketing and national distribution in natural food stores. The organic foods market is predicted to grow significantly in coming years. Natureview's challenge is to increase revenue by 50% in two years to attract new investors. Its options are to expand its 8oz or 32oz product lines into supermarkets or launch children's multi-packs in natural food stores. Financial projections show the children's multi-pack option has the highest margins and lowest costs.
Nature view farm case study group submited1Ibah Jungmin
Natureview Farm is a yogurt manufacturer seeking to expand its business. It is currently considering three expansion options: 1) Expand its 8-oz yogurt flavors into supermarket channels in the Northeast and West, 2) Expand its 32-oz yogurt sizes nationally in supermarkets, or 3) Introduce new children's multipacks in the natural foods channel. Option 1 has the highest projected revenue growth but also the highest costs and risks. Option 2 has attractive profit margins but uncertainty around distribution. Option 3 fits the natural foods channel growth but may not meet revenue targets. After comparing the financial projections, Natureview decides to pursue Option 1 to maximize revenue potential despite the risks.
This case study summarizes the history and growth of Natureview Farm yogurt company from 1989 to 2000. It discusses expanding into new product lines, packaging sizes, flavors and retail channels. Three expansion options for 2001 are considered: 1) introduce 8oz cups into eastern/western supermarkets, 2) launch 32oz cups nationally, or 3) add children's multipacks to natural food stores. Option 1 is chosen for its potential to generate the highest revenue of $31.06 million while gaining first mover advantage in supermarkets. Though risky, it could yield long term profits of 200% growth.
Natureview Farm is a yogurt manufacturer that needs to increase revenues over 50% by 2001. It is considering three expansion options: 1) introducing 6 SKUs of 8-oz cups in eastern and western supermarket regions, 2) expanding 4 SKUs of 32-oz cups nationally in supermarkets, or 3) introducing 2 children's multipacks in natural food stores. Option 1 is projected to produce the required $20 million revenue by 2001 with lower costs and a first-mover advantage for 8-oz cups in supermarkets. While Options 2 and 3 have potential, they face greater challenges from competition or uncertainty that make them less viable to meet the revenue goal.
Natureview Farm produces and markets refrigerated cup yogurt. It is considering three options to grow revenues by over 50% in two years: 1) Expand six SKU's into supermarket regions, 2) Expand four 32-oz SKU's nationally, or 3) Expand two children's multi-packs into natural food stores. Financial projections show option 1 has the highest average net marketing contribution at $7.6M annually, though option 1 also has the highest risks due to competition in supermarkets. The recommendation is to pursue option 1 with adjustments like lower pricing for natural retailers and cost reductions through partnerships.
Natureview Farm is considering options to grow its revenue beyond $20 million by 2001. Option 1 is to expand its 8-oz yogurt cups into supermarket regions, which could generate $16.1 million in revenue in 2000 and $19.3 million in 2001. Option 2 is launching a national rollout of its 32-oz cups, projected to earn $9.2 million in 2000 and $9.2 million in 2001. Option 3 is introducing children's multipacks in natural food stores, with potential revenues of $3.8 million in 2000 and $3.3 million in 2001. The recommendation is to combine Options 1 and 3 to leverage the revenue growth of supermarkets while maintaining relationships in natural food stores.
Natureview Farm is a yogurt manufacturer seeking to grow revenues by over 50% in the next 23 months. They are considering three options: 1) Expanding their 8oz product line into selected supermarket regions, 2) Expanding their 32oz line nationally in natural food stores, or 3) Expanding their children's multi-pack into natural food stores. Option 1 has the highest financial potential but also the highest risks due to competition in supermarkets. Option 2 has steady growth through natural food stores but misses the supermarket opportunity. The recommendation is Option 1 to gain visibility in supermarkets and take market share before competitors.
HARVARD BUISNESS CASE REVIEW. (Titled : NATUREVIEW FARM)
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Presentation on Analysis of Harvard Case: Natureview Farm
This was created by Pearl Gupta, PEC University of Technology during the course of a marketing internship under Prof. Sameer Mathur
Natureview Farm is a yogurt company seeking to increase revenue 50% by end of 2001. It is considering 3 options: 1) Expand 8oz cups to supermarkets, 2) Expand 32oz cups nationally, or 3) Introduce children's multipacks in natural foods stores. Option 1 requires the highest spending but risks are high. Option 2 has lower risks but doubts about new users adopting large size. Option 3 leverages Natureview's brand strengths and relationships in natural foods stores, which are growing faster than supermarkets. Introducing multipacks could increase revenue 46.4% in 12 months, achieving the target through continued growth in the core natural channel without risks of expanding to supermarkets.
NatureView Farm is a yogurt company that wants to increase revenues by 50% over two years. It is considering three expansion options: 1) introduce 6 new 8-oz yogurt SKUs in Northeast and Western supermarkets, 2) introduce 4 new 32-oz SKU nationally in supermarkets, or 3) introduce 2 children's multipack SKUs in natural food chains. Option 1 has the highest risks and rewards but could generate the most profit if successful. The assistant recommends option 1 for its profit potential.
Natureview Farm produces yogurt using natural ingredients. In 2001, it needed to grow revenue over 50% to $20 million for its VC investors. It considered three options: 1) Expanding 6 8-oz yogurt SKUs in eastern and western supermarkets, 2) Expanding 4 32-oz SKU nationally in supermarkets, or 3) Introducing 2 children's multipacks in natural food stores. Option 1 was chosen as it could exceed the revenue target, 8-oz yogurt had highest demand, and it allowed exposure to more supermarket customers as the first natural yogurt brand, though it carried higher risks.
Natureview is looking to increase its revenue by over 50% before the end of 2001 to satisfy investors and make the company attractive for acquisition. It currently sells primarily through supermarkets but faces high costs from broker fees, slotting fees and promotional expenses in that channel. Expanding into natural food stores through a children's multi-pack product line has fewer costs and risks than expanding further into supermarkets, and is aligned with Natureview's brand image and relationships in the natural channel. Financial projections show this third option has the lowest costs and risks of the alternatives.
Slides made by ANKAN MUKHERJEE, IIT-ROORKEE, under the guidance and supervision during the Internship of Marketing Management by Prof. SAMEER MATHUR of IIM-Lucknow from 13 June- 10 July, 2016.........
Natureview Farm - Harvard Case Study AnalysisAkshay Pandey
This Power Point Presentation contains a thorough analysis of Natureview Farm Case study. A brief introduction , the marketing challenges and the optimum way to handle this challenge is shown.
- Natureview Farm is a yogurt manufacturer founded in 1989 in Cabot, Vermont. It started with plain and vanilla 8-oz and 32-oz yogurts and has since expanded its product line and grown significantly.
- The company is seeking venture capital funding to further grow its revenues beyond $20 million by the end of 2001. It is considering three expansion strategies: expanding 8-oz cups into new supermarket regions, expanding 32-oz cups nationwide in supermarkets, or introducing multipacks in natural food stores.
- Each option was analyzed in terms of projected revenues, costs, margins, and expenses. Expanding 8-oz cups into new supermarket regions is estimated to generate the highest revenue of $44 million
Natureview Farm is considering three options to increase revenue by 50% by 2001: 1) Expand six SKUs of 8-oz yogurt cups through supermarkets, 2) Expand four SKUs of 32-oz yogurt cups through supermarkets, or 3) Expand two SKUs of 4-oz multipacks through natural food stores. Option 1 could generate the highest revenue increase of 164% but also carries the most risk by directly competing in supermarkets. Option 2 has less competition and higher margins but a more modest 78% revenue increase. Option 3 has the lowest risk to Natureview's core natural channel but only a 29% revenue increase. To pursue option 1 while mitigating risk, Natureview plans to launch the new 8-
A marketing Case Study of Natureview Farm, an organic yogurt manufacturer. This analysis was performed by E. Santhosh Kumar, IIT Madras, during an internship with Prof. Sameer Mathur, IIM Lucknow.
Natureview Farm is considering expanding its yogurt business into new channels and product lines to meet revenue growth targets. Currently, it sells 8-oz and 32-oz yogurt cups through natural food stores. It is evaluating three expansion options: 1) introducing 6 SKU's of 8-oz yogurt into Northeast and Western supermarket regions, 2) launching 4 SKU's of 32-oz yogurt nationally in supermarkets, or 3) introducing children's multipacks in natural food stores. Option 1 has the highest projected revenue but also the highest risks and costs. Option 2 has moderate risks and profits. Option 3 has the lowest risks but does not meet the revenue target. Natureview ultimately decides to pursue Option 1 to maximize growth while minimizing channel
This document analyzes options for expanding the NatureView Farm yogurt business. It currently sells natural yogurt through natural food stores. Option 1 is to expand into supermarkets with 6 SKUs of 8-oz yogurt in the Northeast and West. This would be risky due to competition but has potential for high revenue growth beyond $20 million by 2001. Option 2 is a smaller supermarket expansion of 4 SKUs of 32-oz yogurt, which has less risk but also less revenue potential. Option 3 focuses on children's multi-packs but ignores the supermarket opportunity. The document recommends Option 1 as having the highest demand and potential to surpass revenue goals and generate long term financial success, despite short term risks.
This case study document outlines NatureView Farm's goal to grow its revenues by over 50% within 23 months in order to attract new investors or an acquisition. It provides an overview of the company's history and the organic food market trends. It then analyzes 3 options to expand NatureView's product lines and distribution channels: 1) expanding 8-oz cups into supermarkets, 2) expanding 32-oz cups nationally, or 3) expanding children's multipacks in natural food stores. Financial projections are presented for each option, with the recommendation being to expand the multipacks into supermarkets in the Northeast and West to minimize channel conflicts and attract new customers.
Natureview Farm is a yogurt company founded in 1989 in Cabot, Vermont. In 1999, its revenue grew from $100,000 to $13 million. It currently has a 24% market share in the fresh food market. The company is considering expanding its distribution channels and product lines to increase its revenue to $20 million. Its options are to expand its 8oz cup products into supermarket channels, expand its 32oz products nationally, or expand its children's multipacks into natural food stores. Expanding the 8oz cups into supermarkets has the highest potential revenue but also the highest risk.
Natureview Farm produces organic yogurt and is considering expanding its distribution channels to meet investor demands for 50% revenue growth. Its options are: 1) Expand 8oz cups into eastern/western supermarket regions, 2) Expand 32oz cups nationally in supermarkets, or 3) Expand children's multipacks in natural food stores. Option 1 offers the highest revenue potential but also the highest costs and risks given Natureview's inexperience in supermarkets. Option 2 has good margins but national distribution may be challenging within a year. Option 3 is financially attractive but does not position the company for a potential supermarket entrance. The summary recommends pursuing Option 1 to meet growth goals while gaining supermarket experience, though it carries the most challenges.
This document summarizes information about Natureview Farm, a yogurt manufacturing company. It discusses the company's history and options to increase revenue to $20 million by the end of 2001. The company is considering three options: 1) expanding product lines into supermarket chains, 2) nationally distributing larger container sizes, or 3) introducing multi-packs to natural food stores. Option 1 is projected to generate the most revenue at $16.1 million while meeting expenses. Though Option 3 has lower costs, it does not meet the revenue goal. The document recommends implementing Option 1 to successfully increase revenue by expanding into select supermarket regions.
Natureview Farm is a yogurt manufacturer seeking to grow revenues by over 50% in the next 23 months. They are considering three options: 1) Expanding their 8oz product line into selected supermarket regions, 2) Expanding their 32oz line nationally in natural food stores, or 3) Expanding their children's multi-pack into natural food stores. Option 1 has the highest financial potential but also the highest risks due to competition in supermarkets. Option 2 has steady growth through natural food stores but misses the supermarket opportunity. The recommendation is Option 1 to gain visibility in supermarkets and take market share before competitors.
HARVARD BUISNESS CASE REVIEW. (Titled : NATUREVIEW FARM)
This is the solution to one of the many cases that are available at HBR.
Feel free to pass on to your mates :).
Presentation on Analysis of Harvard Case: Natureview Farm
This was created by Pearl Gupta, PEC University of Technology during the course of a marketing internship under Prof. Sameer Mathur
Natureview Farm is a yogurt company seeking to increase revenue 50% by end of 2001. It is considering 3 options: 1) Expand 8oz cups to supermarkets, 2) Expand 32oz cups nationally, or 3) Introduce children's multipacks in natural foods stores. Option 1 requires the highest spending but risks are high. Option 2 has lower risks but doubts about new users adopting large size. Option 3 leverages Natureview's brand strengths and relationships in natural foods stores, which are growing faster than supermarkets. Introducing multipacks could increase revenue 46.4% in 12 months, achieving the target through continued growth in the core natural channel without risks of expanding to supermarkets.
NatureView Farm is a yogurt company that wants to increase revenues by 50% over two years. It is considering three expansion options: 1) introduce 6 new 8-oz yogurt SKUs in Northeast and Western supermarkets, 2) introduce 4 new 32-oz SKU nationally in supermarkets, or 3) introduce 2 children's multipack SKUs in natural food chains. Option 1 has the highest risks and rewards but could generate the most profit if successful. The assistant recommends option 1 for its profit potential.
Natureview Farm produces yogurt using natural ingredients. In 2001, it needed to grow revenue over 50% to $20 million for its VC investors. It considered three options: 1) Expanding 6 8-oz yogurt SKUs in eastern and western supermarkets, 2) Expanding 4 32-oz SKU nationally in supermarkets, or 3) Introducing 2 children's multipacks in natural food stores. Option 1 was chosen as it could exceed the revenue target, 8-oz yogurt had highest demand, and it allowed exposure to more supermarket customers as the first natural yogurt brand, though it carried higher risks.
Natureview is looking to increase its revenue by over 50% before the end of 2001 to satisfy investors and make the company attractive for acquisition. It currently sells primarily through supermarkets but faces high costs from broker fees, slotting fees and promotional expenses in that channel. Expanding into natural food stores through a children's multi-pack product line has fewer costs and risks than expanding further into supermarkets, and is aligned with Natureview's brand image and relationships in the natural channel. Financial projections show this third option has the lowest costs and risks of the alternatives.
Slides made by ANKAN MUKHERJEE, IIT-ROORKEE, under the guidance and supervision during the Internship of Marketing Management by Prof. SAMEER MATHUR of IIM-Lucknow from 13 June- 10 July, 2016.........
Natureview Farm - Harvard Case Study AnalysisAkshay Pandey
This Power Point Presentation contains a thorough analysis of Natureview Farm Case study. A brief introduction , the marketing challenges and the optimum way to handle this challenge is shown.
- Natureview Farm is a yogurt manufacturer founded in 1989 in Cabot, Vermont. It started with plain and vanilla 8-oz and 32-oz yogurts and has since expanded its product line and grown significantly.
- The company is seeking venture capital funding to further grow its revenues beyond $20 million by the end of 2001. It is considering three expansion strategies: expanding 8-oz cups into new supermarket regions, expanding 32-oz cups nationwide in supermarkets, or introducing multipacks in natural food stores.
- Each option was analyzed in terms of projected revenues, costs, margins, and expenses. Expanding 8-oz cups into new supermarket regions is estimated to generate the highest revenue of $44 million
Natureview Farm is considering three options to increase revenue by 50% by 2001: 1) Expand six SKUs of 8-oz yogurt cups through supermarkets, 2) Expand four SKUs of 32-oz yogurt cups through supermarkets, or 3) Expand two SKUs of 4-oz multipacks through natural food stores. Option 1 could generate the highest revenue increase of 164% but also carries the most risk by directly competing in supermarkets. Option 2 has less competition and higher margins but a more modest 78% revenue increase. Option 3 has the lowest risk to Natureview's core natural channel but only a 29% revenue increase. To pursue option 1 while mitigating risk, Natureview plans to launch the new 8-
A marketing Case Study of Natureview Farm, an organic yogurt manufacturer. This analysis was performed by E. Santhosh Kumar, IIT Madras, during an internship with Prof. Sameer Mathur, IIM Lucknow.
Natureview Farm is considering expanding its yogurt business into new channels and product lines to meet revenue growth targets. Currently, it sells 8-oz and 32-oz yogurt cups through natural food stores. It is evaluating three expansion options: 1) introducing 6 SKU's of 8-oz yogurt into Northeast and Western supermarket regions, 2) launching 4 SKU's of 32-oz yogurt nationally in supermarkets, or 3) introducing children's multipacks in natural food stores. Option 1 has the highest projected revenue but also the highest risks and costs. Option 2 has moderate risks and profits. Option 3 has the lowest risks but does not meet the revenue target. Natureview ultimately decides to pursue Option 1 to maximize growth while minimizing channel
This document analyzes options for expanding the NatureView Farm yogurt business. It currently sells natural yogurt through natural food stores. Option 1 is to expand into supermarkets with 6 SKUs of 8-oz yogurt in the Northeast and West. This would be risky due to competition but has potential for high revenue growth beyond $20 million by 2001. Option 2 is a smaller supermarket expansion of 4 SKUs of 32-oz yogurt, which has less risk but also less revenue potential. Option 3 focuses on children's multi-packs but ignores the supermarket opportunity. The document recommends Option 1 as having the highest demand and potential to surpass revenue goals and generate long term financial success, despite short term risks.
This case study document outlines NatureView Farm's goal to grow its revenues by over 50% within 23 months in order to attract new investors or an acquisition. It provides an overview of the company's history and the organic food market trends. It then analyzes 3 options to expand NatureView's product lines and distribution channels: 1) expanding 8-oz cups into supermarkets, 2) expanding 32-oz cups nationally, or 3) expanding children's multipacks in natural food stores. Financial projections are presented for each option, with the recommendation being to expand the multipacks into supermarkets in the Northeast and West to minimize channel conflicts and attract new customers.
Natureview Farm is a yogurt company founded in 1989 in Cabot, Vermont. In 1999, its revenue grew from $100,000 to $13 million. It currently has a 24% market share in the fresh food market. The company is considering expanding its distribution channels and product lines to increase its revenue to $20 million. Its options are to expand its 8oz cup products into supermarket channels, expand its 32oz products nationally, or expand its children's multipacks into natural food stores. Expanding the 8oz cups into supermarkets has the highest potential revenue but also the highest risk.
Natureview Farm produces organic yogurt and is considering expanding its distribution channels to meet investor demands for 50% revenue growth. Its options are: 1) Expand 8oz cups into eastern/western supermarket regions, 2) Expand 32oz cups nationally in supermarkets, or 3) Expand children's multipacks in natural food stores. Option 1 offers the highest revenue potential but also the highest costs and risks given Natureview's inexperience in supermarkets. Option 2 has good margins but national distribution may be challenging within a year. Option 3 is financially attractive but does not position the company for a potential supermarket entrance. The summary recommends pursuing Option 1 to meet growth goals while gaining supermarket experience, though it carries the most challenges.
This document summarizes information about Natureview Farm, a yogurt manufacturing company. It discusses the company's history and options to increase revenue to $20 million by the end of 2001. The company is considering three options: 1) expanding product lines into supermarket chains, 2) nationally distributing larger container sizes, or 3) introducing multi-packs to natural food stores. Option 1 is projected to generate the most revenue at $16.1 million while meeting expenses. Though Option 3 has lower costs, it does not meet the revenue goal. The document recommends implementing Option 1 to successfully increase revenue by expanding into select supermarket regions.
Natureview Farm is a yogurt company that has grown from $100,000 in revenues in 1989 to $13 million in 2000. They are considering three options to further grow revenues to $20 million: 1) Expand six 8-oz product SKUs into supermarket regions, 2) Expand four 32-oz SKUs nationally in supermarkets, or 3) Introduce two children's multipacks into natural food stores. Option 1 has the highest revenue potential but also requires a large marketing budget and risks direct competition with national brands. Option 2 provides higher margins than 8-oz cups but increases expenses. Option 3 enhances existing channel relationships, provides high margins, and has lower marketing costs and risk of competitive response.
Natureview Farm produces refrigerated yogurt cups and is considering expanding into supermarket channels to meet a revenue goal of $20 million by 2001. Option 1 is to expand 6 SKU's of 8oz yogurt into 1-2 supermarket regions which carries high risk but potential for high reward and revenue growth. Option 2 focuses on expanding 32oz sizes which has lower marketing costs but uncertainty in demand. Option 3 remains in natural food stores which has lowest risk but also lowest growth potential. The recommendation is Option 1 due to the potential for fast growth and first mover advantages, despite the risks.
The document discusses Natureview Farm, a yogurt manufacturer founded in 1989 in Cabot, Vermont. It started with annual revenue of less than $100,000 and grew to $13 million by 1999 by adding flavors and new product lines. The document analyzes 3 options to increase revenue to $20 million by 2001: 1) Expanding product lines in supermarkets, 2) Launching a 32oz size nationally, or 3) Introducing a children's multipack in natural food stores. Option 1 has low risk but also low profit potential. Option 2 has risk due to distribution challenges. Option 3 has the strongest profit potential due to fast growth in natural food stores and achievable distribution, though some uncertainties remain.
Case 2 natureview farm case study by soumya jaiswal,nitrrSoumya Jaiswal
Natureview Farm produces yogurt cups and has experienced significant growth since its founding in 1989. It is considering three expansion options: 1) expand popular 8oz flavors into supermarket channels, 2) introduce new multipack children's products in natural foods, or 3) expand 32oz sizes nationally in supermarkets. Option 1 has the highest revenue potential but also the most risk. Option 2 has the lowest risk but may not meet growth objectives. Option 3 has moderate revenue potential and risk. Based on potential for $20M revenue and first-mover advantages, Option 1 of expanding 8oz cups into supermarkets is recommended to maximize sales and profit.
Natureview Farm produces yogurt cups and has seen significant revenue growth from $100,000 to $13 million between 1989 and 1999. The company is considering three expansion options: 1) Expand six 8-oz SKUs into supermarket channels, 2) Introduce two children's multipacks in natural food channels, or 3) Introduce four 32-oz SKUs nationally. Option 1 has the highest revenue potential but also the highest costs and risks. Option 2 has the lowest risks but may not achieve the company's growth targets. Option 3 has moderate revenue potential and lower risks than Option 1.
This presentation regarding a case study of the Natureview Farm was created by Tejus Vamshi K of NIT Trichy during a marketing management internship under Prof. Sameer Mathur of IIM Lucknow.
Natureview Farm produces organic yogurt in Vermont. It is considering three options to increase its $13 million revenue to $20 million by 2001: 1) Expand 6 SKUs into select supermarket regions, 2) Expand its 32 oz product line nationally, or 3) Expand 2 SKU children's multipacks into natural food chains. Option 1 is recommended as it would generate the highest revenue and credibility with investors despite higher competition and costs. Natureview should analyze natural food store sales to expand popular flavors and hire marketers to build relations with supermarket chains.
This document describes Natureview Farm, a small yogurt manufacturer founded in 1989 in Vermont. It discusses Natureview's executives, finances, product lines, distribution channels, and competitors. The company is considering three options to grow revenues by 50%: 1) Expanding 6 SKUs into supermarkets, 2) Expanding 4 large-size SKUs nationally in supermarkets, or 3) Adding 2 children's multipack SKUs in natural food stores. The third option is deemed most viable as it requires the least investment and can generate $20 million while allowing Natureview to stay within its capabilities and keep its current consumers and distribution channels happy.
- Natureview Farm is a yogurt manufacturer seeking to increase revenue from $13 million to $20 million by 2001 to satisfy investors.
- Three options were considered: 1) Expand 8oz cups into supermarkets, 2) Expand 32oz cups nationally, or 3) Expand children's multipacks in natural food stores.
- Option 1 was chosen as it had the highest projected revenue potential through expanding the highest demand 8oz cups into supermarkets, satisfying investors' revenue goal and giving the brand high exposure and growth.
Natureview Farm manufactures and markets refrigerated yogurt cups. It started in 1989 and currently generates $13 million in annual revenue. To increase revenue to $20 million by 2001, three options were proposed: 1) Expand into supermarkets, 2) Expand distribution of larger 32oz cups to more supermarkets, or 3) Introduce new multipack children's yogurt products to natural food stores. Analyzing sales projections and costs, option 3 to expand in natural food stores was determined to have the lowest risks and best chance of achieving the revenue goal, while continuing to leverage Natureview's strong relationships in that channel.
The document provides an overview of NatureView Farm and analyzes options for the company to reach $20 million in revenue by 2001. It discusses the yogurt market trends, NatureView's background and finances, and proposes three options: expanding 8-oz cups into supermarkets; expanding 32-oz cups nationally; or expanding children's multipacks into natural food stores. An analysis of costs, revenues and growth projections is given for each option. The recommendation is to expand the multipacks into natural food stores to minimize channel conflicts and attract new customers, achieving high growth for NatureView.
An analysis of the Harvard Business Review case study on Natureview Farm.
This presentation was created by G.Krupakhar, IIITDM Kancheepuram during a marketing internship under Prof. Sameer Mathur, IIM Lucknow.
NatureView Farm is a yogurt manufacturer that has experienced significant growth since 1989. It now needs to increase revenues to $20 million by 2001 to satisfy its venture capital investors. The management team is considering 3 options: 1) Expanding 6 SKUs of its 8-oz yogurt line into 2 supermarket regions which risks high costs but large revenue potential; 2) Expanding its 4 SKU 32-oz line nationally which has lower risks and costs but smaller revenue potential; 3) Introducing a children's multi-pack into natural food stores which has low costs and risks but limited revenue potential. A sales projection analysis is needed to determine the best option to achieve the revenue goal.
Natureview Farm produces organic yogurt and wants to increase revenue 50% to $20 million by 2001. It is considering three options: 1) Expand 6 SKUs of 8-oz cups into select supermarkets, 2) Expand 4 SKUs of 32-oz cups nationally in natural foods, or 3) Introduce 2 SKU multi-packs into natural foods. Option 1 has the highest potential revenue but also the highest risk. Option 2 has a competitive advantage due to cup size but challenges distributing nationally in 12 months. Option 3 has strong relationships in natural foods but may not reach the revenue goal. The recommendation is to combine Options 1 and 2 by introducing both 8-oz and 32-oz cups into select supermarkets.
This case study examines the options for expanding the sales of Natureview Farm yogurt. Natureview Farm is a yogurt manufacturer founded in 1989 that saw significant growth from $100,000 to $13 million in revenue between 1989 and 1999 by offering natural yogurt products. To attract further investment, it needs to grow revenues over 50% by 2001. The options considered are expanding distribution of its 8oz yogurt cups through supermarkets, expanding its 32oz size offerings, or introducing multipacks targeted at children into the natural food store channel. Financial analysis shows expanding the 8oz cups through supermarkets in option 1 would yield the highest revenue growth of 164% and be the most profitable approach.
This case study examines options for Natureview Farm, a yogurt manufacturer, to grow its revenues beyond $20 million by 2001. It discusses the company's history and financials. Three options are considered: 1) Expanding 6 SKU's of 8-oz yogurt to eastern and western supermarket regions, 2) Expanding 4 SKU's of 32-oz yogurt nationally in supermarkets, or 3) Introducing 2 children's multipacks in the natural food channel. Option 1 is chosen as it is projected to generate the highest revenue of $31.1 million while exposing the brand to more customers in supermarkets where 8-oz sizes have the highest demand.
Natureview Farm : Harvard Business School CaseAnmol Agrawal
This document summarizes the background and history of Natureview Farm yogurt company from 1989 to 2000. It discusses the company's growth from $100,000 in revenue in 1989 to $13 million in 1999 through expanding product lines and distribution channels. By 2000, Natureview Farm offered 12 yogurt flavors in 8-oz cups and 4 flavors in 32-oz cups. The document outlines three options for continued growth: 1) expand 8-oz cup distribution in the Northeast and West, 2) expand 32-oz cups nationally, or 3) introduce multipack yogurt products in natural food stores. A financial analysis determines that the third option has the lowest risks and costs due to existing relationships in the natural food channel.
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The managers achieve organizational objectives by getting work from
others and not performing in the tasks themselves.
Management is an art and science of getting work done through people.
It is the process of giving direction and controlling the various activities
of the people to achieve the objectives of an organization Management is a universal process in all organized, social and economic activities. Wherever
there is human activity there is management.
Management is a vital aspect of the economic life of man, which is an organized group activity. A
central directing and controlling agency is indispensable for a business concern. The productive
resources –material, labour, capital etc. are entrusted to the organizing skill, administrative ability
and enterprising initiative of the management. Thus, management provides leadership to a
business enterprise. Without able managers and effective managerial leadership the resources of
production remain merely resources and never become production. Management occupies such an
important place in the modern world that the welfare of the people and the destiny of the country
are very much influenced by it.
1.2 MEANING OF MANAGEMENT
Management is a technique of extracting work from others in an integrated and co-ordinated
manner for realizing the specific objectives through productive use of material resources.
Mobilising the physical, human and financial resources and planning their utilization for business
operations in such a manner as to reach the defined goals can be benefited to as management.
1.3 DEFINITION OF MANAGEMENT
Management may be defined in many different ways. Many eminent authors on the subject have
defined the term "management". Some of these definitions are reproduced below:
In the words of George R Terry - "Management is a distinct process consisting of planning,
organising, actuating and controlling performed to determine and accomplish the objectives by the
use of people and resources".
According to James L Lundy - "Management is principally the task of planning, co¬ordinating,
motivating and controlling the efforts of others towards a specific objective",
In the words of Henry Fayol - "To manage is to forecast and to plan, to organise, to command, to
co-ordinate and to control".
According to Peter F Drucker - "Management is a multipurpose organ that manages a business and
manages managers and manages worker and work".
In the words of J.N. Schulze - "Management is the force which leads, guides and directs an
organisation in the accomplishment of a pre-determined object".
In the words of Koontz and O'Donnel - "Management is defined as the creation and maintenance
of an internal environment in an enterprise where individuals working together in groups can
perform efficiently and effectively towards the attainment of group goals".
According to Ordway Tead - "Management is the process and agency which directs and guides the
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2. Milestones
1989 1999 2000
1989
The company was
established.
1989
First yogurt product was in
two product size. 8 oz and
32 oz with vanilla and plain
flavour.
1989-1999
High shelf life with a pure
natural and organic background.
1999
New taste techniques were
introduced and increased revenue by
cool, low-cost guerilla technique.
Revenue grew from
$100,000 to $13m
New packs and new flavours with
strong bond with natural goods
retailers.
2000
15. Production cost and retail price through different channels
Natural Food
Channel
Supermarket
Channel
Manufacturing Cost
8 oz. pack $0.88 $0.74 $0.31
32 oz. pack $3.19 $2.70 $0.99
4 oz. multipacks $3.35 $2.85 $1.15
18. Options available for next
desicion
Option 1
Expand in northeast and west
Supermarket region and introduce
the 6 SKUs of the 8 oz. size
Option 2
Expand the supermarket channel on
the national stage and introduce 4
SKUs of the 32 oz. size
Option 3
Maintain the main track of natural
food chain and introduce 2
children’s multipack.
19. Option 1
Expand 6 SKUs of the 8 oz. in the western and
northeastern region in supermarket channel
● High demand for 8 oz
pack
● First organic yogurt
brand to move to
supermarket channel
● Highly profitable.
● One time slotting fee
● More cost in
advertising, $1.2m
per year per region
● Trade promotions.
● High marketing cost
and risk, SG&A
expenses are added
$320,000 annually
Pros. Cons.
21. Option 2
Expand 4 SKUs of the 32 oz. in the national supermarket
channel.
● Lower promotion
expenses
● Longer shelf life, so
strong competitive
advantage.
● Higher profit margin
than 8 oz. pack
● Lack of support
provided by retailers.
● Hiring of sales
personnel will increase
the expenses and
trouble for the national
distribution of product
● The 32 oz expansion
option would increase
SG&A expense by
$160,000
Pros. Cons.
23. Option 2
Introduce 2 SKUs of a children multipack into the natural
foods channel
● It is easy to achieve a goal
of 2 SKUs distribution.
● The growth rate is higher
for the case of natural
foods channel.than
supermarket.
● Can result in strong profit
contribution without
sffectiong its previous
startegies
● This strategy may not
achieve the goal of
$20m in the end of
2001.
● Other uncertain factor
may be present.
Pros. Cons.
27. Why Option 3?
● It has strong
relationship with the
natural food retailers
as their main profit
comes from this channel
only.
● Natural food stores are
more concerned about
the material, they are
not price sensitive,
and they are more
concerned about health
issues thus brand image
is also maintained.
28. Why option 3?
● The company is the king
of business in natural
food channel and can
maintain the lead
without any worry but
they can experience a
burly competition from
well- known yogurt
company.
● They will not face
financial risk in this
option. Other two can
lead to a huge expenses
cost.
29. Production cost and retail price through different channels
Natural Food
Channel
Supermarket
Channel
Manufacturing Cost
Revenue $25,900,000 $14,850,000 $6,030,000
Unit Sales 35,000,000 5,500,000 1,800,000
COGS $10,850,000 $5,445,000 $2,070,000
Gross Profit $15,050,000 $9,405,000 $3,960,000
Expenses $9,116,000 $7,530,000 $641,950
Total Income $5,934,000 $1,875,000 $3,318,050
Total Revenue $(13,000,000+
25,900,000+
5,934,000) =
$44,834,000
$(13,000,000 +
$14,850,000 +
$1,875,000) =
$29,725,000
$(13,000,000+
$6,030,000+
$3,318,050)=
$22,348,050
31. Thus, it can be said
to play safe with
steady growth and
According to your
special area of Lead
So, by option 3, the company is acquiring low risk with a revenue
above the goal $22,348,050 with a steady growth and also
maintaining the brand image and travelling along its leading path.
32. Disclaimer
Created by Tanumoy Ghosh, IIEST Shibpur
During a marketing internship under the guidance of
Prof. Sameer Mathur, IIM Lucknow