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Subject category:
Entrepreneurship
Published by:
Harvard Business Publishing
(2003)
Version:
9 May 2005
Length:
20 pages
Data source:
Field research
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Abstract
This case is accompanied by a Video Short that can be shown in class or included in a digital coursepack. Instructors should consider the timing of making the video available to students, as it may reveal key case details. Zipcar is a start-up organized around the idea of 'sharing' car usage via a membership organization. This case describes several iterations of the Zipcar business model and financial plan. These iterations include a very early version and a version developed just prior to the launch of the business, as well as data from the first few months of operations. Students are called on to analyze the underlying economics and business model for the venture and to discover how these assumptions are holding up as the business is actually rolled out.
Topics
Operating costs; Financing; Business models; Business plans; Entrepreneurship; Growth strategy; Wireless technologies; Women in business; LogosSetting
The events covered by this item took place in 1999-2000.Geographical setting
Region:
Americas
Country:
United States
Location:
Massachusetts
Featured company
Company name:
Zipcar
Employees:
2-10
Turnover:
USD 1 million
Industry:
Car & truck rental
Featured protagonist
- Robin Chase (male), CEO
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