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Case
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Reference no. CIIE0008
Subject category: Entrepreneurship
Published by: IIMA Case Centre, Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad
Originally published in: 2017
Length: 16 pages
Data source: Field research

Abstract

This case presents the hybrid business model of a social venture Gramshree. It provides a rich description of an actual decision situation faced by the board of trustees regarding the selection of marketing channel for Gramshree for bringing sustainability to the business. Gramshree aimed at empowering women artisans by ensuring a steady income for them so that they could become catalyst for sustainable economic development and social change. However, with growing competition and difficulties in selling, to generate market demand was a key challenge for Gramshree. This case illustrates the strategies for development and value creation of a hybrid social business model. It also describes the challenges faced by social organizations. The case provides an opportunity to evaluate the current situation and proposes a decision for sustainability of the organization.

Time period

The events covered by this case took place in 2016.

Geographical setting

Region:
Asia
Country:
India

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Abstract

This case presents the hybrid business model of a social venture Gramshree. It provides a rich description of an actual decision situation faced by the board of trustees regarding the selection of marketing channel for Gramshree for bringing sustainability to the business. Gramshree aimed at empowering women artisans by ensuring a steady income for them so that they could become catalyst for sustainable economic development and social change. However, with growing competition and difficulties in selling, to generate market demand was a key challenge for Gramshree. This case illustrates the strategies for development and value creation of a hybrid social business model. It also describes the challenges faced by social organizations. The case provides an opportunity to evaluate the current situation and proposes a decision for sustainability of the organization.

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Time period

The events covered by this case took place in 2016.

Geographical setting

Region:
Asia
Country:
India

Featured company

Gramshree

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