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Case
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Reference no. 594-010-1
Subject category: Marketing
Published in: 1994
Length: 12 pages
Data source: Field research

Abstract

This case study describes the evolution of the ''UMBRO'' brand into a leading competitive force in the Sportswear, and most especially the soccer, market. It develops simultaneously, the growth in UMBRO''s product mix and the inherent drawbacks, from a marketing viewpoint, of such a strategy. Product diffusion is highlighted and underpinned by team sponsorship and related promotional activities. Finally, the organisation''s global structure is outlined with special reference to marketing, planning and co-ordination.
Size:
300+ employees
Other setting(s):
1993-1994

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Abstract

This case study describes the evolution of the ''UMBRO'' brand into a leading competitive force in the Sportswear, and most especially the soccer, market. It develops simultaneously, the growth in UMBRO''s product mix and the inherent drawbacks, from a marketing viewpoint, of such a strategy. Product diffusion is highlighted and underpinned by team sponsorship and related promotional activities. Finally, the organisation''s global structure is outlined with special reference to marketing, planning and co-ordination.

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Size:
300+ employees
Other setting(s):
1993-1994

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