Subject category:
Entrepreneurship
Published by:
RSM Case Development Centre
Length: 13 pages
Data source: Field research
Topics:
Cannabinol; CBD; Competition; Customer service; Entrepreneurship; EU; Europe; Growth; Legislation; Regulation; Retail; Start-up; Uncertainty
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Abstract
Naturkreis is a German retail store selling alternative natural products, in particular Cannabinol (CBD). CBD remains highly stigmatized in Germany. Many consumers fail to see the potential health benefits of CBD as they continue viewing the substance as an illicit drug. Additionally, public forces in both Europe and German have created great uncertainty through the continuous debate about classifying classic hemp flower-derived CBD as a narcotic. Consequently, private forces such as payment providers and online advertisement platforms have denied CBD sellers from using their services. The combination of these external forces significantly complicates Naturkreis's ability to not only reach consumers but also to provide them with adequate services. Despite the uncertainty shrouding the CBD market, however, the new market is growing strongly and rapidly. With all these exterior threats and opportunities, how can Naturkreis continue growing and maintain a competitive advantage in this cutthroat, uncertain market?
Teaching and learning
This item is suitable for undergraduate, postgraduate and executive education courses.Time period
The events covered by this case took place in 2021.Geographical setting
Region:
Europe
Country:
Germany
Featured company
Naturkreis
Employees:
11-50
Industry:
Alternative natural products
Featured protagonist
- Sophie Nengel (female), General Manager
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Abstract
Naturkreis is a German retail store selling alternative natural products, in particular Cannabinol (CBD). CBD remains highly stigmatized in Germany. Many consumers fail to see the potential health benefits of CBD as they continue viewing the substance as an illicit drug. Additionally, public forces in both Europe and German have created great uncertainty through the continuous debate about classifying classic hemp flower-derived CBD as a narcotic. Consequently, private forces such as payment providers and online advertisement platforms have denied CBD sellers from using their services. The combination of these external forces significantly complicates Naturkreis's ability to not only reach consumers but also to provide them with adequate services. Despite the uncertainty shrouding the CBD market, however, the new market is growing strongly and rapidly. With all these exterior threats and opportunities, how can Naturkreis continue growing and maintain a competitive advantage in this cutthroat, uncertain market?
Teaching and learning
This item is suitable for undergraduate, postgraduate and executive education courses.Settings
Time period
The events covered by this case took place in 2021.Geographical setting
Region:
Europe
Country:
Germany
Featured company
Naturkreis
Employees:
11-50
Industry:
Alternative natural products
Featured protagonist
- Sophie Nengel (female), General Manager