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Table of Contents:Introduction
SWOT Analysis
Strength
Weakness
Opportunity
Threats
PEST Analysis
Political
Economic
Social
Technological
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Introduction
Indian packaged juice market has been steadily growing. Increasing awareness
against harmful effects of carbonated drinks has shifted the consumer base towards
packaged juices. The growing fitness trend has popularized the concept of juice
consumption. Different companies are not only targeting the Indian children but are
also targeting fitness enthusiasts. More companies are entering in this market with
variety of flavours and different strategies to gain market share.
REAL
Real is one of the earliest entrants in fruit juice industry. Since being introduced in
1996, it has been the preferred choice of customers for a long time, which is
indicative in it having a maximum market share of 55% in the packaged juice
industry.
Its success can be validated by the fact that Real has been awarded Indias Most
Trusted Brand status for four years continuously. It has 14 flavours available in the
market, including both traditional (mango, guava, litchi etc) and international flavours
like cranberry, tomato, peach etc.
The nutritional contents of Real Fruit Juices & Nectars are endorsed by PFNDAI
-- Protein Foods & Nutrition development Association of India.
ACCOLADES FOR REAL
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SWOT Analysis
Strengths
Weaknesses
company
in country.
Opportunities
Threats
urban area
1. STRENGTH
1. Strong Brand Strong brand name of the parent company
Dabur is the fourth largest FMCG companies in India. The company has a
legacy of more than 120 years.
2. One of the earliest player in branded packaged juice segment in country.
Dabur launched its Real Fruit Juice product in 1996. There were very few
players in the country at that time in the particular segment.
3. Market leader in the packaged juice segment
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Real is the market leader in branded packaged fruit juice segment. It accounts
for ~55% of the total market share, and is followed by PepsiCo with a ~30%
share.
4. High number of variants to cater different target audience.
In the JUICES range Dabur has:
Coolers (Low fruit Content)
Real ( High fruit pulp Content)
Real ACTIV (Health Conscious Youth)
Real Juniors (for the children below 6 years of age)
There are more than 15 flavours in each of the category. Large range helps
cater different needs and has helped Real to maintain its dominant market
share.
5. Strong supply chain and logistics
Dabur has wide and integrated distribution network. Dabur has improved
distribution system through its Retail Excellence program, DARE (Driving
Achievement of Retail Excellence) .Its Direct Shipment Strategy bypasses
warehouses and distribution centres and delivers products directly to the
retailers.
6. Strong advertising and media programme.
Dabur has a great advertising and media programme for Real brand with an
expenditure of the tune of 150 crores.
2. WEAKNESSES
1. Seasonal nature of raw material
Production of fruit is seasonal. There is a need of storage, which requires
technology like cold storage, freshness lock methods etc. It increases the cost
of inventory and decreases the profit margin.
2. Low entry barrier industry.
Fruit juice industry is comparatively less capital intensive industry. It is
comparatively easy to set up the manufacturing unit.As a result there are
huge number of players in this industry including, Appy, Mazza, Minute Maid,
Slice, Fresh Gold, and Del Monte.
3. Government regulations and stringent food safety standards.
There are lots of regulations and food safety standards applicable to the fruit
juice industry. Regulation specifies exhaustive list of materials, which can be
used for packaging. Permissible preservatives and level of preservatives are
also to be strictly adhered to. These regulations are country specific and there
is a huge variation the safety standards across the globe
3. OPPORTUNITY
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The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued the Food
Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives).
Enhance the incomes of farmers and export of agro and processed foods
among others.
3. Taxation Policy
Under the Make in India campaign the government has provided the following
tax exemptions:
100% tax exemption has been provided for 5 years for new companies
involved in preserving, packaging and processing of horticulture produce
Business permitted 100% deduction on expenditure for setting and operating
cold storage and warehouse
2. ECONOMIC
1. GDP Growth.
As per the International Monetary Fund (IMF) report India will be the fastest
growing major economy in the world in terms of GDP. If this positive outlook
on the economy is translated into actual growth then it will lead to more job
creation.
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3. SOCIAL
1. Inclination towards nutrition.
People are becoming more health conscious. Real grabbed this cue and
focused more on nutrient aspects of packaged juices. Real has become the
youngest brand of Dabur to cross 1000-crore turnover mark.
2. Social Initiatives.
Real has also been involved in several initiatives that can strengthen their
brand image. For example, through their Dil Se Dua campaign, they intend to
fight malnutrition. Under this campaign, they also honoured unsung heroes
like policemen, nurses, traffic cops and municipality workers.
3. Demography.
As per the 2011 census the percentage of population of India in the age group
of 10 years to 24 years is 30.5%. In India, the influence of younger population
in the decision of choosing a brand has grown significantly. Their product and
campaigns have been targeting this younger population of India.
4. Rural Population.
To tap rural demand Real has continued its Project Double campaign through
which they have increased their rural reach to 44128 villages.
5. Fear in consumer surrounding food processing industry.
Real has previously been associated with controversies such as quoting false
manufacturing dates and substandard products. This may have a negative
effect for Real.
4. TECHNOLOGICAL
1. Rise in internet users.
With the growing number of internet users, web based marketing has become
an alternate channel to connect with the consumers. The ecommerce
business has provided convenience factor for the consumers.
2. Supply chain.
Through Order Capture System, Real utilizes smooth interface with supply
chain.
3. Use of technology in Marketing through Nivesh.
Nivesh is a hand held device. It provides real time data on purchase tends in
outlets. It frees up field sales representatives to work on marketing. It also
assists managers to intervene in real time.
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