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Case
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Reference no. 9-898-108
Published by: Harvard Business Publishing
Originally published in: 1997
Version: 7 December 1999

Abstract

The founders of Cinemex, the largest capitalized venture start-up in Mexican history, are debating several issues concerning the operations of their new chain of motion picture theatres in Mexico City. The first concerns whether some seats should be left unsold to improve customer service. The second involves limits on advertising to be shown at each presentation. Others include possible investment in an expanded ticketing service and live entertainment.; Illustrates application of the strategic service vision to a start-up service business as well as the problems of adhering to the operating strategy embodied in the vision.
Location:
Industry:
Size:
Start-up, 500 employees, USD40 million revenues
Other setting(s):
1997

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Abstract

The founders of Cinemex, the largest capitalized venture start-up in Mexican history, are debating several issues concerning the operations of their new chain of motion picture theatres in Mexico City. The first concerns whether some seats should be left unsold to improve customer service. The second involves limits on advertising to be shown at each presentation. Others include possible investment in an expanded ticketing service and live entertainment.; Illustrates application of the strategic service vision to a start-up service business as well as the problems of adhering to the operating strategy embodied in the vision.

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Location:
Industry:
Size:
Start-up, 500 employees, USD40 million revenues
Other setting(s):
1997

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