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Abstract

This case details and follows the growth and development of Kwik Fit Holdings PLC, the market leader in the car and after sales market. It provides a background for class discussion of the strategy and policy developed and used by the company to dominate one of the last large fragmented markets.

Time period

The events covered by this case took place in 1971-1988.

Geographical setting

Region:
Europe
Country:
United Kingdom

Featured company

Kwik Fit Holdings PLC
Turnover:
GBP 125 million
Industry:
Retail distribution

Featured protagonist

  • Tom Farmer (male), Chairman & CEO

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Abstract

This case details and follows the growth and development of Kwik Fit Holdings PLC, the market leader in the car and after sales market. It provides a background for class discussion of the strategy and policy developed and used by the company to dominate one of the last large fragmented markets.

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Time period

The events covered by this case took place in 1971-1988.

Geographical setting

Region:
Europe
Country:
United Kingdom

Featured company

Kwik Fit Holdings PLC
Turnover:
GBP 125 million
Industry:
Retail distribution

Featured protagonist

  • Tom Farmer (male), Chairman & CEO

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