Subject category:
Marketing
Published by:
Harvard Business Publishing
Version: 6 October 1995
Length: 31 pages
Data source: Field research
Abstract
Describes a new entry into the USD8 billion flower industry in the United States. Combining the use of overnight air freight (Federal Express), information technology, an 800 number, and a catalog, Calyx & Corolla was changing the way flowers had traditionally been distributed, bypassing three layers of distribution, and providing very fresh flowers directly from the growers to consumers. Frames the question of how this start-up venture should grow.
Location:
Industries:
Size:
USD10 million revenues, 30 employees
Other setting(s):
1991
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Abstract
Describes a new entry into the USD8 billion flower industry in the United States. Combining the use of overnight air freight (Federal Express), information technology, an 800 number, and a catalog, Calyx & Corolla was changing the way flowers had traditionally been distributed, bypassing three layers of distribution, and providing very fresh flowers directly from the growers to consumers. Frames the question of how this start-up venture should grow.
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Location:
Industries:
Size:
USD10 million revenues, 30 employees
Other setting(s):
1991