PROJECT REPORT

ON
DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL RELATIONSHIP – A STUDY OF SALES PROMOTION TOOLS IN
DABUR INDIA

Submitted in Partial Fulfillment for the Award of the

Degree of Bachelor in Business Administration

Under the Guidance of: Submitted By: Himanshi Pant

Mr. Surender Jagwan BBA 6th Sem
Associate Professor Enrolment No:12114701712

Institute of hospitality, Management and Sciences

I.H.M.S, Balbhadrapur, BEL Road, Kotdwar, Uttarakhand 246149
 STUDENTS’ DECLARATION

I, hereby declare that this project on “DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL RELATIONSHIP- A STUDY OF SALES
PROMOTION TOOLS IN DABUR INDIA” has been written and prepared by me during the academic year
2013-14.

I also declare that this project is the result of my own effort but with little bit of help from various media
resources and has not been submitted to any other institution for the award of any Degree or Diploma.

Enrolment No. 12114701712

 CERTIFICATE
This is to certify that the project titled “ STUDY OF MARKETING STRATEGIES OF DABUR

INDIA LTD.” is an academic work done by “” submitted in the

partial fulfillment of the requirement for the award of the degree of Bachelor Of Business Administration

from Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Management Studies, Delhi, under my guidance & direction. To the

best of my knowledge and belief the data & information presented by her in the project has not been

submitted earlier.

Ms. Anu Bansal

Associate Professor ,MAIMS
 ACKNOWLEGEMENT

Success of every project depends largely on the SELF &

encouragement and guidance of many others. I take this
opportunity to express my gratitude to the people who have
been instrumental in the successful completion of this study
project.

First of fall I would like to thank the Management at Dabur

India ltd. For giving me the opportunity to do my one-month
project training in their esteemed organization.
Internal Guide for providing me with valuable advice and
endless supply of new ideas and support for this project.

I would like to thank Mr. Ravindra Sharma for providing

practical exposure for the project and his valuable guidance
during the project work.

I would also like to thank my college for providing me the

opportunity to have the practical knowledge of the theoretical
content we have studied so far.

(PRADEEP KUMAR )
 PREFACE

This project had been undertaken for “ DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL

RELATIONSHIP - A STUDY OF SALES PROMOTION TOOLS IN DABUR
INDIA .

Dabur India Limited is the fourth largest FMCG company in India with
revenue of Rs 4110 crore & market capitalization of Rs 20,000 crore.
Building on a legacy of quality and experience of over 125 years, dabur
operate in consumer product categories like hair care, oral care, health
care, skin care, home care & food.
In order to gather the most appropriate and accurate data survey was
conducted in various location and markets in GURGAON. The data was
assimilated with the help of a questionnaire aimed and designed to
extract the most correct and conclusive information.
The consumers were requested to fill the questionnaire and were also
asked various other relevant questions revealing detailed information
apart from that in the questionnaire.
The survey was conducted successfully and its findings have been studied,
analyzed and have led to a conclusion, included in the report, which could
prove to be fruitful for the project.
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Executive Summary

2. Introduction

Corporate Philosophy
Corporate Objective
Over The Years

3. Social Issues

Joint Ventures
Subsidiaries
Towards Green Tomorrow
Protection For And From Nature

4. Dabur Research Foundation

The People
Scientific Network and Affiliations
Research Areas
□ Ayurvedic Research

□ Phytopharmaceuticals

□ Agronomy

□ Analytical Research

□ Food Research

5. Timeline

6. Products
Healthcare Products
Ayurvedic Healthcare Products
Digestives
Childcare Products
 Familycare Products
Oralcare Products
Ayurvedic Specialities
Pharmaceuticals
Foods

7. Research Methodology

Sample Design
Research Approach
Research Instruments
Contact Method
Data Interpretation
Limitations

8.Analysis and Interpretation

9. Conclusion & Recommendation

10. Questionnaire
11. Bibliography
 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Dabur India Limited has marked its presence with significant achievements
and today commands a market leadership status. Our story of success is based
on dedication to nature, corporate and process hygiene, dynamic leadership
and commitment to our partners and stakeholders. The results of our policies
and initiatives speak for themselves.

Leading consumer goods Company in India with a turnover of Rs.

4,109.85 Crore (FY 11)
3 major strategic business units (SBU) - Consumer Care
Division (CCD), Consumer Health Division (CHD) and International
Business Division (IBD)
3 Subsidiary Group companies - Dabur International, Fem Care
Pharma and newu and 8 step down subsidiaries: Dabur Nepal Pvt.
Ltd (Nepal), Dabur Egypt Ltd (Egypt), Asian Consumer Care
(Bangladesh), Asian Consumer Care (Pakistan), African Consumer
Care (Nigeria), Naturelle LLC (Ras Al Khaimah-UAE), Weikfield

International (UAE) and Jaquline Inc. (USA).

17 ultra-modern manufacturing units spread around the globe.

Products marketed in over 60 countries
Wide and deep market penetration with 50 C&F agents, more than 5000
distributors and over2.8 million retail outlets all over India.

Consumer Care Division (CCD) addresses consumer needs across the

entire FMCG spectrum through four distinct business portfolios of Personal
Care, Health Care, Home Care & Foods.
 Master brands:

□ Dabur - Ayurvedic healthcare products

□ Vatika - Premium hair care
□ Hajmola - Tasty digestives
□ Real - Fruit juices & beverages
□ Fem - Fairness bleaches & skin care products

9 Billion-Rupee brands:
Dabur Amla, Dabur Chyawanprash, Vatika hair care, Real fruit juice,
Dabur Red Toothpaste, Dabur Lal Dant Manjan, Babool, Hajmola
and Dabur Honey.
Strategic positioning of Honey as food product, leading to market
Leadership (over 75%) in branded honey market.
Dabur Chyawanprash the largest selling Ayurvedic medicine with over
65% market share.
Vatika Shampoo has been the fastest selling shampoo brand in India
for three years in a row.
Hajmola tablets in command with 60% market share of digestive tablets
category. About 2.5 crore Hajmola tablets are consumed in India every
day.
Leader in herbal digestives with 90% market share.

Consumer Health Division (CHD) offers a range of classical Ayurvedic

medicines and Ayurvedic OTC products that deliver the age-old benefits of
Ayurveda in modern ready-to-use formats.

Has more than 300 products sold through prescriptions as well as over
the counter.
 Major categories in traditional formulations include:
- Ras Ramayana’s
- Asav Arishtas
- Churnas
- Medicated Oils
Proprietary Ayurvedic medicines developed by Dabur include:
- Nature Care Isabgol
- Madhuvaani
- Trifgol
Division also works for promotion of Ayurvedic through organized
community of traditional practitioners and developing fresh batches
of students.

International Business Division (IBD) caters to the health and personal care
needs of customers across different international markets, spanning the Middle
East, North & West Africa, EU and the US with its brands Dabur & Vatika.

Growing at a CAGR of 33% in the last 6 years and contributes to about

20% of total sales.
Leveraging the 'Natural' preference among local consumers to increase
share in personal care categories.
Focus markets:
- GCC - US
- Egypt - Nepal
- Nigeria - Bangladesh
High level of localization of manufacturing and sales & marketing
 INTRODUCTION

Dabur India Limited is one of the leading consumer goods company of India
with interests in healthcare, personal care and foods. For more than a century
Dabur has worked in active collaboration with nature to provide the best of
herbal health and personal care products to its consumers. Today, Dabur is all
set to take this abundant knowledge of Ayurvedic to global frontiers.
Dabur India Limited is the fourth largest FMCG Company in India with
interests in Health care, Personal care, Home care and Food products. Building
on a legacy of quality and experience for over 125 years, today Dabur has a
revenue of Rs. 4111 crore with powerful brands like Dabur Alma, Dabur
Chyawanprash, Vatika, Hajmola & Real.

CORPORATE PHILOSOPHY:

Knowledge is the key to growth in today's world. Whatever the industry, it is the
knowledge, which provides cutting edge to individual and organizations. For
more than a century nature has been a rich source of knowledge for Dabur.
Nature has not only given us the ingredients for all our products but has also
taught us how to create a harmony within and without the organization. Nature
has inspired us in all our acts. Ayurvedic - the science of life is based on
principles of nature. All Ayurvedic preparations have their ingredients derived
from Nature. Dabur has converted the healing properties of natural ingredients
and the age-old knowledge of Ayurveda into contemporary healthcare products
to alleviate health problems of its consumers.
Dabur is committed to expand the reach of this age-old knowledge of Ayurveda
and Nature through web. Through web, they aim to overcome the physical
boundaries to take Ayurvedic way of life to global frontiers.

Dabur India Limited understands its responsibility as a corporate house. We

have not only set our sight on increasing turnover and profitability of the
company but also on propagating Ayurveda - the Indian system of medicine.
 OBJECTIVE

VISION:

Dedicated to the Health and Well Being of Every Household."

Dabur is a company with a set of established business values, which direct its
functioning as well as all its operations. In this, Dabur is guided by the words
of its founder Dr. S K Burman "What is that life worth that cannot give
comfort to others." The company offers its consumers, products to suit their
needs and give them good value for money. The company is committed to
follow the ethical practices in doing business. At Dabur, Nature acts as not
only the source of raw material but also an inspiration and the company is
committed to protect the ecological balance..

MISSION

"To be the leader in the Natural Foods & Beverages

Industry."

Strive to deliver this by:

Consistently delighting the consumer through quality product.

Being the company of choice for our business partners.

Delivering higher returns to stakeholders.

 SCOPE OF STUDY

We intend to significantly accelerate profitable growth. To do this, we will:

Focus on growing our core brands across categories, reaching out to

new geographies, within and outside India, and improve operational
efficiencies by leveraging technology

Be the preferred company to meet the health and personal grooming

needs of our target consumers with safe, efficacious, natural solutions
by synthesizing our deep knowledge of ayurveda and herbs with
modern science

Provide our consumers with innovative products within easy reach

Build a platform to enable Dabur to become a global ayurvedic leader

Be a professionally managed employer of choice, attracting, developing

and retaining quality personnel

Be responsible citizens with a commitment to environmental protection

Provide superior returns, relative to our peer group to our shareholders.

 DABUR GROUPS

With a basket including personal care, health care and food products, Dabur
India Limited has set up subsidiary Group Companies across the world that
can manage its businesses more efficiently.

Given the vast range of products, sourcing, production and marketing have
been divested to the group companies that conduct their operations
independently:
 AT A GLANCE

OVER THE YEARS:

The story of Dabur goes back to 1884, to a young doctor armed with a degree
in medicine and a burning desire to serve mankind. This young man, Dr. S. K.
Burman, laid the foundations of what is today known as Dabur India Limited.
From those humble beginnings, the company has grown into India's leading
manufacturer of consumer healthcare, personal care and food products. This
phenomenal progress has seen many milestones, some of which are mentioned
below:

1884 irth of Dabur

1896 Setting up a manufacturing
plantEarly 1900s Ayurvedic medicines
1919 stablishment of research laboratories
1920 xpands further
1936 abur India (Dr. S.K. Burman) Pvt. Ltd.
1972 Shift to Delhi
1979 Sahibabad factory / Dabur Research Foundation
1986 ublic Limited Company
1992 oint venture with Agrolimen of Spain
1993 ancer treatment
1994 ublic issues
1995 oint Ventures
1996 3 separate divisions
 1997 oods Division / Project STARS
1998 rofessionals to manage the Company
2000 urnover of Rs.1,000 crores
2003 abur demerges Pharma Business
2005 abur aquires Balsara
2005 abur announces Bonus after 12 years
2006 abur crosses $2 Bin market Cap, adopts US GAAP
2006 Approves FCCB/GDR/ADR up to $200 million
2007 elebrating 10 years of Real
2007 oray into organised retail
2007 abur Foods Merged With Dabur India
2008 Acquires Fem Care Pharma

2009
abur Red Toothpaste joins 'Billion Rupee Brand' club

1884 -
Dr. S K Burman lays the foundation of what is today known as Dabur India
Limited. Starting from a small shop in Calcutta, he began a direct mailing
system to send his medicines to even the smallest of villages in Bengal. The
brand name Dabur is derived from the words 'Da' for Daktar or doctor and 'bur'
from Burman.

1896 -
As the demand for Dabur products grows, Dr. Burman feels the need for mass
production of some of his medicines. He sets up a small manufacturing plant
at Garhia near Calcutta.
1900s -
The next generation of Burmans takes a conscious decision to enter the
Ayurvedic medicines market, as they believe that it is only through Ayurveda
that the healthcare needs of poor Indians can be met.

1919 -
The search for processes to suit mass production of Ayurvedic medicines
without compromising on basic Ayurvedic principles leads to the setting up of
the first Research & Development laboratory at Dabur. This initiates a
painstaking study of Ayurvedic medicines as mentioned in age-old scriptures,
their manufacturing processes and how to utilize modern equipment to
manufacture these medicines without reducing the efficacy of these drugs.

1920s -
A manufacturing facility for Ayurvedic Medicines is set up at Narendrapur and
Daburgram. Dabur expands its distribution network to Bihar and the north-
east.

1936 -
Dabur India (Dr. S K Burman) Pvt. Ltd. is incorporated.

1940 -
Dabur diversifies into personal care products with the launch of its Dabur
Amla Hair Oil. This perfumed heavy hair oil catches the imagination of the
common man and film stars alike and becomes the largest hair oil brand in
India.

1949 -
Dabur Chyawanprash is launched in a tin pack and becomes the first branded
Chyawanprash of India.
1956 -
Dabur buys its first computer. Accounts and stock keeping are one of first
operations to be computerized.

1970 -
Dabur expands its personal care portfolio by adding oral care products. Dabur
Lal Dant Manjan is launched and captures the Indian rural market.

1972 -
Dabur shifts base to Delhi from Calcutta. Starts production from a hired
manufacturing facility at Faridabad.

1978 -
Dabur launches the Hajmola tablet. This is the first time that a classical
Ayurvedic medicine is branded - from Shudhabardhak bati to Hajmola tablet.

1979 -
The Dabur Research Foundation (DRF), an independent company, is set up to
spearhead Dabur's multi-faceted research.

1979-
Commercial production starts at Sahibabad. This is one of the largest and
most modern production facilities for Ayurvedic medicines in India at this time.

1984 -
The Dabur brand turns 100 but is young enough to experiment with new
offerings in the market.
1986 -
Dabur becomes a public limited company through reverse merger with
Vidogum Limited, and is re-christened Dabur India Limited.

1989 -
Hajmola Candy is launched and captures the imagination of children and
establishes a large market share.

1992 -
Dabur enters into a joint venture with Agrolimen of Spain for manufacturing
and marketing confectionery items such as bubble gums in India.

1993 -
Dabur sets up the oncology formulation plant at Baddi, Himachal Pradesh.

1994 -
Dabur India Limited comes out with its first public issue. The Rs.10 share is
issued at a premium of Rs.85 per share. The issue is oversubscribed 21 times.

1994 -
Dabur reorganizes its business with sales and marketing operations being
divided into 3 separate divisions.

1994 -
Dabur enters the oncology (anti-cancer) market with the launch of In axel
(Paclitaxel). Dabur becomes only the second company in the world to launch
this product. The Dabur Research Foundation develops the unique eco-friendly
process of extracting the drug from the leaves of the Asian Yew tree.
1995 -
Dabur enters into a joint venture with Osem of Israel for food and Bong rain
of France for cheese and other dairy products.

1996 -
Dabur launches Real Fruit Juice which heralds the company's entry into the
processed foods market.

1997 -
The Foods division is created, comprising of Real Fruit Juice and Homemade
cooking pastes to form the core of this division's product portfolio.
Project STARS (Strive to Achieve Record Successes) is initiated by the company
to achieve accelerated growth in the coming years. The scope of this project is
strategic, structural and operational changes to enable efficiencies and improve
growth rates.

1998-
The Burman family hands over the reins of the company to professionals. Mr.
Ninu Khanna joins Dabur as the Chief Executive Officer.

2000-
Dabur establishes its market leadership status with a turnover of Rs 1,000
crore. From a small beginning and uploading the values of its founder, dabur
now enters the august league of large corporate business.

2003 -
Dabur India approved the demerge of its pharmaceuticals business from the
FMCG business into a separate company as part of plans to provide greater
focus to both the business. With this, dabur india now largely comprises of the
FMCG business that include personal care product healthcare product and
Ayurvedic specialties. While the pharmaceuticals business would include
Allopathic, Oncology formulations and Bulk druges. Dabur oncology PLC, a
subsidiary of dabur India would also be part of the pharmaceutical business.

2005 -
As part of its inorganic growth strategy, Dabur India acquire Balsara’s Hygiene
and Home products business, a leading provider of oral care and household
care products in the Indian market in a Rs 143 crore all-cash deal.

2005 -
Dabur India announced issued of 1:1 Bonus Share to the shareholders of the
company, i.e. one share for every one share hold. The Board also provided an
increase in the authorized share capital of the company from existing Rs 50
crore to Rs 125 crore.

2006 -
Dabur India crosses the $ 2-billion marks in market capitalization. The
company also adopted US GAAP in line with its commitment to follow global
best practices and adopt highest standard of transparency and governance.

2006 -
Moving forward on the inorganic growth path, dabur India decides to raise up
to $ 200 million from the international market through Bonds, FCCBS, GDR,
ADR, QIRs or any other securities. The capital raised will be used to fund
dabur’s aggressive growth ambitions and acquisition plans in India and
abroad.
2007 -
Dabur foods unveiled the new packaging and design for Real at the completion
of 10 years of the brand the new refined modern look depicts the natural
goodness of the juice from freshly plucked fruits.

2007 -
Dabur India announced its foray into the organized retail business through a
wholly owned subsidiary, H&B stores LTD. Dabur will invest Rs 140 crore by
2010 to establish its presence in the retail market in the India with a chain of
stores on the health & beauty formats.

2007 -
Dabur India decides to merge its wholly-owned subsidiary, dabur foods limited
with it to extract synergies and unlock operational efficiencies. The integration
will also help dabur sharpen focus on the high growth business of foods and
beverage and enter newer product categories in this space.

2008 –

Dabur India acquires Fem care pharma, a leading player in the women’s skin
care market. Besides an entry into the high-growth skin care market with an
establishment brand name FEM, this transaction also offers dabur a categories
and markets.

2009 -
Dabur Red Toothpaste becomes the dabur’s ninth billion rupee brands. Dabur
red toothpaste crosses the billion rupee turnover mark within five years of its
launch.
 TECHNOLOGY USED IN DABUR

In Dabur India Limited knowledge and technology are key resources which
have helped the Company achieve higher levels of excellence and efficiency.
Towards this overall goal of technology-driven performance, Dabur is utilizing
Information Technology in a big way. This will help in integrating a vast
distribution system spread all over India and across the world. It will also cut
down costs and increase profitability.

Our major IT Initiatives :

Migration from Baan and Mfg ERP Systems to centralized SAP ERP system
from 1st April 2006 for all business units.
Implementation of a country wide new WAN Infrastructure for running
centralized ERP system.
Setting up of new Data Centre at KCO Head Office.
Extension of Reach System to distributors for capturing Secondary Sales
Data.
Roll out of IT services to new plants and CFAs.

Future Challenges :

Forward Integration of SAP with Distributors and Stockiest.

Backward Integration of SAP with Suppliers.
Implementation of new POS system at Stockiest point and integration with
SAP-ERP.
Implementation of SAP HR and payroll.
SAP Roll-out to DNPL and other new businesses.
 ENVIRONMENTAL PROSPECTS

"What is that life worth which cannot bring comfort to others", these words of
Dr. S K Burman have inspired generations of Dabur. Keeping these golden
words in mind, Sundesh or the Sustainable Development Society was set up to
carry out welfare activities aimed at improving the quality of life of the rural
people in its area of operation. This society is given complete financial and
managerial support by Dabur India Limited.

Sundesh is engaged in providing health services, non-formal education and

training in income generating activities. The society has a dedicated team
consisting of a doctor, a community organizer, a lady social worker and
instructors for income generating activities, traditional birth attendants and
village level workers. Sundesh organizes regular OPDs and health camps in the
villages.

In addition to the mobile OPDs, other health services rendered include training
of traditional birth attendants, immunization programmers’ for children,
maintenance of family health records, ante-natal checkups, pulse polio
programmes and health awareness meetings for women on topics such as
family planning, ante-natal care, post-natal care, the importance
of vaccinations, baby care and AIDS prevention.

Dabur India has entered into joint ventures with well established international
firms as well as created subsidiary units that further highlight its business
philosophy of providing the best products to its customers.
 SOCIAL ISSUES

JOINT VENTURES:

Dabon International Limited - Dabur has also collaborated with Bongrain of

France for the manufacture and marketing of specialty cheese and other dairy
products. This joint venture company has already made its presence felt in the
Indian cheese market through the launch of processed cheese under the brand
name LeBon, and a specialty cheese under the brand name Delicieux.

SUBSIDIARIES :

Dabur has six subsidiary units, which come under the umbrella of the Dabur
India organization. These are:

Dabur Foods Limited -

Dabur Foods Limited, a 100% subsidiary of Dabur India Limited, is

spearheading Dabur's foray into food processing industry. The company, set up
in April 1999, is marketing a range of fruit juices under the brand name Real,
Homemade Cooking Paste and Sauces and Lemoneez lemon juice. Dabur was
the first company in India to introduce fruit juices in packaged form without
any artificial additive. Real is today the market leader in this category with
more than 50% market share. Homemade cooking paste is the only national
brand in this category. Lemoneez is the only product in its category available in
unique drop and trickle pack and uniquely shaped tabletop pack.
Dabur Nepal Private Limited -

Dabur Nepal was the first manufacturing base overseas for Dabur group. The
company is today the leading exporter of Nepal and the third largest and most
modern manufacturing base for Dabur. Dabur Nepal is today involved in
promoting cultivation of herbs and apiculture activities in Nepal. The company
has set up state of the art greenhouse at Banepa for developing saplings for 20
medicinal plants. Dabur Nepal has also set up an Apiculture centre for
promoting bee-keeping activity in Nepal and developing queen bees and bee
colonies for exports.

Dabur Egypt Limited -

Dabur Egypt is group’s gateway to Africa. This manufacturing base set up a

couple of years back to cater to the demands of Middle East and African
market is producing Hair Care, Skin Care Products and Foods.

Dabur Oncology Plc. -

Set up recently in UK, this subsidiary of Dabur India Limited will be

manufacturing anti-cancer formulations for European market. The company is
in the process of setting up manufacturing base near London and is expected
to start operation from year 2001.
TOWARDS GREEN TOMMOROW :

One of the thrust areas of foundation is conservation and cultivations

of medicinal plants. DRF has developed cultivation packages for a number
of herbs especially of endangered ones. A 15,000sq. ft. greenhouse built in
Nepal
is now functional and provides millions of saplings of various medicinal herbs.

Dabur Research Foundation has to its credit development of a unique

technique of isolation of paclitaxel from leaves instead of bark of Himalayan
Yew. This not only saved the tree but also improved the growth as pruning of
leaves gave a positive impact on growth of the plant.

DRF conducts training for harvesting and post harvesting processing of herbs
to ensure the sustainable usage of this natural resource. The Foundation
promotes cultivation and organizes planting materials for selected herbs to
farmers. It imparts training to farmers for cultivation of these medicinal plants,
their drying and proper packaging in roadworthy condition. The foundation
also organizes complete buy back arrangement for these select herbs. This
effort has not only ensured development of a sustainable source of rare herbs
but also has provided an alternative source of income to the farmers.

Dabur Research Foundation has improved the extraction procedures of herbs

in a fashion so that to increase the productivity of extracts/isolates and hence
reduce pressure on natural habitats.

DRF has developed tissue culture protocols for a number of herbs specially
those of alpine habitat and those diminishing in the nature.
PROTECTION FOR NATURE AND PROTECTION FROM NATURE:

For well over a century, Dabur has worked hand in hand with nature. Drawing
its strength and inspiration from nature's vast resources, Dabur has used
herbs and minerals found in natural form as the ingredient for its products. As
a company, Dabur understands its responsibility to contribute towards
maintaining the ecological balance, and realizes the need to replenish what it
takes from nature. The direct result of this realization has been 'Project Plant
for Life', under which the company has set up tissue culture laboratories, a
state-of-the-art greenhouse and contract cultivation with complete buy back
facilities. This project not only ensures sustainable source of medicinal plants,
but also improves the standard of living of the participating villagers. Since
time immemorial, Dabur has received lots from nature, and it takes pride in
 DABUR RESEARCH FOUNDATION

Dabur Research Foundation (DRF), incorporated in 1979, is a premier research

organization recognized by Department of Scientific and Industrial Research,
Government of India. Situated at Sahibabad, DRF is today a known name for
its path breaking research in the field of healthcare and personal care.
The Foundation is at the forefront of oncology research, and is in the process of
developing many new molecules to fight this dreaded disease. In fact, DRF was
the first organization in the world to develop a process for extraction
of paclitaxel, a drug for cancer, without harming the source tree. The
process is
now followed worldwide.

THE PEOPLE:

Herbal health care is an area where Dabur Research Foundation has made
immense contribution by doing research and development work using modern
pharmaceutical protocols. The foundation has been doing clinical trials on
traditional herbal drugs to validate the claims made in.
For a research organization like Dabur Research Foundation, people are its
biggest asset. At DRF, more than 125 scientists are engaged full time in
interdisciplinary R&D of health and personal care products. The foundation
has on its board independent advisors and consultants for guiding the team in
their specific areas. The team of scientists is culled from various disciplines
and includes Ayurvedic doctors, Chemists and phytochemists, botanists,
agronomists, clinical pharmacologists, microbiologists, food technologists, bio-
technologists, oil technologists, oncologists etc.
Scientists at many research institutions, universities and hospitals supplement
the effort of this team of scientists with whom Dabur has networked for
research in the areas of new molecules and drug delivery system.
Dabur Research Foundation is possibly the only of its kind in the country
carrying out research in diverse fields. Today, the scientists at DRF are
pursuing research in more than 10 disciplines.

SCIENTIFIC NETWORK & AFFILIATIONS:

Dabur Research Foundation has over the years built associations with various
agencies, organizations, Hospitals, Universities Colleges, Public Laboratories
etc. engaged in the Research & Development activities. This network has
helped the foundation in research in the areas of clinical research, reverse
pharmacology of Ayurvedic/ Herbals and novel molecules & new drugs delivery
system.
DRF is also affiliated with various professional bodies, organizations,
Institutions in the country and abroad. Some of the organizations with which
DRF has affiliations are-
DSIR, Government of India
Expert Committee on Herbal Medicines
Bureau of Indian Standards
Expert Committee of United States Pharmacopoeia
DRF conducts training for harvesting and post harvesting processing of herbs
to ensure the sustainable usage of this natural resource. The Foundation
promotes cultivation and organizes planting materials for selected herbs to
farmers. It imparts training to farmers for cultivation of these medicinal plants,
their drying and proper packaging in roadworthy condition. The foundation
also organizes complete buy back arrangement for these select herbs. This
effort has not only ensured development of a sustainable source of rare herbs
but also has provided an alternative source of income to the farmers.
Dabur Research Foundation has improved the extraction procedures of herbs
in a fashion so that to increase the productivity of extracts/isolates and hence
reduce pressure on natural habitats.
DRF has developed tissue culture protocols for a number of herbs specially
those of alpine habitat and those diminishing in the nature.
Drug technical Advisory Board, MOH&FW and Government of India
DRF gave new dimension to Chyawanprash after investigating the goodness
of Chyawanprash in building general immunity. The foundation conducted more
than 12 clinical trials on Chyawanprash to validate its immunomodulation
properties. This research helped Dabur Chyawanprash to reposition it as
herbal immunomodulator that builds you up from deep within.
Dabur Research Foundation developed value-added coconut based hair oil that
experimentally proved to be better than coconut oil alone. Today, that product,
christened Vatika Hair Oil, has created a niche for itself with others trying to
emulate it. Vatika shampoo normal and anti-dandruff are well set to follow in
the footsteps of Vatika Hair Oil.

DRF is the first organization in the world to isolate the anticancer drug,
Paclitaxel, from the leaves of Himalayan Yew Tree using a unique eco-friendly
process without causing any harm to the tree. The Foundation is only the
second organization in world to evolve the technology for isolation of Paclitaxel.

The research done by DRF facilitated availability of far cheaper anticancer

medicine for the patients in India and many other countries of the world.
DRF has developed Standardization Protocols for number of Ayurvedic herbs in
order to ensure the quality of raw herbs as well as finished products
manufactured out of it. This facilitated testing of each lot of raw materials with
sophisticated analytical tools before they are used for manufacturing.
DRF has till date conducted more than 200 studies to validate the claims
recommended by Ayurvedic Granthas. This includes 49 Pharmacological
Studies, 135 Clinical Trials and 10 Toxicological Studies. At DRF, blending the
modern findings with traditional concepts is a routine.
FOOD RESEARCH

Fruit juices development

Nutritional products development
Consumer friendly ethnic foods and spices
Clinical Research:

TOXICOLOGY STUDIES:

Animal studies for new and existing products/molecules

Clinical trials of pharmaceuticals, anticancer drugs, new molecules
• Reverse Pharmacology
Clinical trials of Ayurvedic/Herbals
Post Marketing Surveillance
 TIMELINE

1979 - Incorporated as independent research organization.

1986 - Starts experimental and clinical studies on Ayurvedic/herbals .

1988 - Develops Hajmola Candy - a candy variant of Hajmola tablets having

the taste and digestive properties of tablets in sugar base.

1990 - Modern analytical lab equipped with HPLC, HPTLC, GLC etc. set up.

1991 - Sets up oncology screening lab.

1993 - Re-launches Chyawanprash as an immunity builder after clinically

proving it.

1994 - Develops eco-friendly method for extraction of paclitaxel from the leaves
of Asian Yew Tree.

1995 - Develops Vatika Hair Oil that creates a new product category.
 PRODUCTS

A vast array of products touching the lives of almost every individual, from an
infant to a grand old man, from poor to rich; that's how the Dabur's range
of health personal care and food products could be best explained. Today
Dabur
trust has travelled beyond the boundaries of India are available in more than
50 countries worldwide. These values for money products have made Dabur a
household name.

HEALTH CARE PRODUCTS: Health redefined

Dabur’s health range brings for you a wide selection of Ayurvedic and natural
products that offer complete care for varying individual needs. Our natural
products are derived from the time-tested heritage of ayurveda, and backed by
the most modern scientific test & trials that ensure unfailing quality and safety
in anything you pick.

Health supplement
Oral care
Digestive

PERSONAL CARE: For a beautiful you

Dabur presents a range of Herbal & Ayurvedic Personal Care products, created
to make you look and feel good. Bringing together the gentle touch of nature
and Ayurveda’s wisdom, the range covers categories like Hair, Skin Care and
Baby Care, and is backed by the unfailing quality stamp of Dabur.
 Hair care
Fem
Skin care

Foods: “where necessity is the mother of invention”

Dabur Foods set up a separate food service network in 1998 to cater the
institutional segment. This exclusive network partners institution in developing
customized products for them. In turn with the help and facilities of this
network, institution like, hotels, airlines, restaurants, caterers and hospitals
benefits by offering better services to consumers with the market
understanding and research Dabur Foods developed a new brand called
“Nature’s best”, which became the first brand of Dabur Food Services Network.
Real
Active
Burrst
Capsico
Lemoneez
hommade

Home care: “Home is where my heart is”

Dabur India Ltd. has a portfolio of superior products that help take care of
your home. The range of Home care products have been carefully developed to
ensure that your living space not only looks good, but also smells good, all day
long and more importantly, they help keep your family healthy.
Odonil keeps your home fresh and smelling great. Odomos protects your family
from disease causing mosquitoes while Odopic leaves your dishes clean and
smelling fresh. Sanifresh Shine keeps your toilet sparkling clean and free from
germs while our latest innovation Dazzl gives a mirror like shine to your floors,
Kitchen and glass surfaces, while keeping them germ-free.

Dazzl
Odomos
Odonil
Senifresh
Odopic
 ACCOLADES:

Accolades 2011-12

Dabur CEO Two consumer The Burman

Mr. Sunil campaigns by Dabur - family,
Dun & Bradstreet
Duggal ranked - with its brands promoters of
assigns D&B Rating
by analysts Odomos & Real Dabur, ranked
to Dabur, indicatin
as the Top- Active bag 22 in the India
that Dabur has the
Performing international Super Rich,
highest level of
CEO in recognition at 2011, released
creditworthiness
Promotion Marketing by Business
Consumer
space award of Asia World

Dabur ranked Dabur India

22 in the latest Dabur India Ltd Ltd Chairman
list of India's among the twelve 100- Dabur ranked the No. Dr. Anand
100 Most year-Young 2 Indian Green Brand Burman
Valuable Companies that by consumers in the ranked
Brands 2011, continue to make Green Brands Global amongst
issued by 4Ps history by effectively Survey 2011 India's Most
Business & responding to change Powerful
Marketing CEOs
 Real bags
Reader’s
Digest Trusted
Brand Gold
Award 2010 in
F&B (Juice)
category for
6th year in a
row

Accolades 2010-11

Dabur ranked
Dabur India Chief Dabur ranked among Top
Dabur ranked 182 7th Most
Executive Officer Mr. 10 Best Companies To
in the ET-500 list Respected
Sunil Duggal has been Work For in the
of India Inc's Company in the
ranked among India's Consumer Goods and
Heroes Fast Moving
Most Valuable CEOs Durables sector
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 Dabur ranked 45 Dabur listed
Chyawanprash, among Most among the
Dabur moves up to take
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the 78th spot in the
by Indian consumers India, according to are 'Doing India
Super-100 list, released by
as 'Power Brands Brand Trust Proud' in Limca
Business India
2010-11' Report, India Book Of
Study, 2011 Records 2010

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as the
organization
Dabur ranked in
that offers the
the Top 100 in
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Business Today's
the Fortune India 500 investors by enterprises that are
BT 500 list of
list that ranks India's the 6th Social & 'Doing India Proud' in the
India's Most
500 largest Corporate latest issue of Limca Book
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corporations Governance Of Records
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Awards,
was ranked 62
presented by
the Bombay
Stock Exchange
Dabur Amla hair oil Dabur Ranked
Dabur India Ltd Dabur Glucose-D Ace Of
bags India's Top 50 27 in India's
awarded the Best Pace and Vatika Kesh
Marketers Award for Most Valuable
Run Award In Sundari Contest awarded
successfully tapping Brands 2010
Supply Chain by bronze in their respective
the bottom of the list by Brand
SAP categories
pyramid Finance

Dabur Amla
Hair
Oil enters Limc Dabur is Top Green
The Burman family, Dabur ranked 63
a Book Of company in
promoters of in the list of Top
Records for Greenpeace Safe Food
Dabur, ranked 20th in 100 Beauty
hosting longest- Guide version 2.0 for its
Forbes' 'The 100 Companies in the
ever non- responsibility towards the
Richest Indians' list world stop hair GM food issue
massage
marathon
 Meswak, Vatika
Dabur Amla,
Almond Hair Oil, Real fruit
Hajmola in 100 Dabur Chairman Dr
Dabur Amla Flower juices &Vatika
Most Trusted Anand Burman amongst
Magic Hair Oil and Hair Oil bag Brands India's Most Powerful
Dabur Reader’s Digest
2010 list. CEOs, placed at No. 41 on
Uveda bag National Trusted Brand
Babool, Real the list
Awards for Excellence Gold Award 2010
also among
in Packaging
trusted brands

Dabur Amla
Dabur Chyawanprash Dabur stock ranke
Hair Oil &
Immune India d 14th in Value
Real voted as Dabur India Ltd ranked
Campaign and Dabur 100 list, a ranking
Most Loved as India's Most Customer
Glucose-D Ace of Pace of attractively-
FMCG Responsive FMCG
bag international priced stocks
Brands with Company
Promotion Marketing of firms with
highest top-of-
Award of Asia 2010 'real' earnings
the-mind recall

Dabur Uveda ranked

amongst most
successful brands
launched in 2009
Brand Derby
 BRAND MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES
The case let provides an overview of brand management strategy adopted by
Dabur for its personal care brand Dabur Vatika. The case let follows the
meticulous brand building initiatives taken by the company, from the launch
of Dabur Vatika in 1995 to it becoming a Rs 1 bn brand by 2003. The case
let
also examines the objectives and elements that were involved in Vatika’s brand
building exercise.

Marketing strategies

Brand management strategies

Product differentiation
Packaging as a marketing communication tool
Importance of choosing the right celebrity and its influence on the
brand equity
Brand extensions and communication strategy

Until the early 1990s, Dabur, the 100-year old Ayurvedic products
manufacturer, was looked upon as a rather staid company that marketed
herbal and Ayurvedic products.

Dabur Vatika in 1995 brought about a sea change in that perception. Within
six years of its launch, Vatika had become the market leader in the value-
added hair oils segment. Its success pushed Dabur into the league of top
FMCG product companies in India. Dabur Vatika’s success can be attributed to
the company’s differentiated product offering and meticulous brand building
initiatives. The company concentrated on differentiating the brand in all
aspects, right from positioning to packaging. At the time of its launch, Dabur
positioned Vatika as value-added hair oil that contained pure coconut oil
enriched with natural ingredients such as henna, amla (gooseberry), and
lemon. Till then, the hair oil market had been dominated by plain coconut oil
brands with Marico’s flagship brand, Parachute, being the market leader.

1. Dabur Vatika, one of the youngest brands in the country (launched in

1995), has become a leading brand in the natural personal care product
segment. What were the factors that enabled Vatika to become a flagship
brand of Dabur in such a short span of time?

2.Marketing communications play an important role in building brands.

Discuss the role played by marketing communications in making Dabur
Vatika a successful brand.

• Chyawanprash
The leader in the chyawanprash market in India, Dabur Chyawanprash is one
of the most well known Ayurvedic products in India and abroad. An effective
herbal immunomodulator, Dabur Chyawanprash has the essential goodness
of amla and over 50 other herbs. Dabur has conducted several clinical trials
on
this product which confirm its efficacy as a unique product that strengthens
the body from within.

• Digestives
Hajmola Tablets

Hajmola Tablets are the first classical Ayurvedic product to be

branded and positioned as fun-filled product with medicinal properties. It finds
mention in Ayurvedic scriptures as Kshudhavardhak Bati, and was branded as
Hajmola, a name derived from Hajma which means digestion in Urdu. It is
available in regular and tamarind flavor.

• Hajmola Candy

To cash in on the brand equity enjoyed by Hajmola, Dabur launched

Hajmola Candy in 1989. Since then, the company has added Mango and

tamarind flavors besides the regular one.

• Pudin Hara

One of the oldest products in Dabur portfolio, Pudin Hara is

available in liquid as well as capsule form. It has a special combination of mint

oils and cures gastric problems without any side effects.

• Hingoli

Asafeotida or Hing is mentioned in Ayurveda as an effective aid in

digestion, and is used a lot in Indian cooking. Dabur's Hingoli has all the

goodness of asafoetida and other herbs.

Childcare Products:

Dabur Lal Tail

The largest baby massage oil in India, it has the goodness of herbs

which helps in strengthening the bones of infants.

• Dabur Janma Ghutti

This Ayurvedic preparation helps in strengthening the digestive system of new

born.

FAMILY CARE PRODUCTS

The largest division in terms of sales, the Family Products Division of Dabur
has in its portfolio hair care and skin care products, oral care and select foods
like honey.

Hair & Skin Care

Dabur is the leader in hair care products in India, and has covered almost all

the categories of hair oils.

 • Dabur Amla Hair Oil -

As a brand has made its mark beyond India and is a leading

hair oil brand in middle East and Africa. A perfumed heavy hair oil, it is

Dabur's largest brand.

• Dabur Special Hair Oil -

It is light hair oil that combines the natural hair care properties of lemon and

hibiscus.

• Dabur Vatika -

The fastest growing hair oil brand of India, Vatika has single

handedly created an altogether new category of herbal enriched natural oils.

The Vatika range also includes a herbal shampoo which has made its mark in

the very first year of its launch in the competitive shampoo market of India.
 Gulabari –

Rose water derived from best of Indian roses makes the skin

supple and glowing.

ORAL CARE:

Dabur Lal Dant Manjan -

It is the second largest tooth powder brand of India and the largest in

colored tooth power category. This herbal tooth powder is very popular in rural

parts of India.

Binaca Toothbrushes –

After having acquired this dormant brand a few years back, Dabur

launched toothbrushes under this umbrella. There are plans to launch other

oral care products under the Binaca brand.

AYURVEDIC SPECIALITIES:

Ayurvedic Specialties is a range of over 350 Ayurvedic Medicines -

Both classical Ayurvedic drugs and proprietary Ayurvedic medicines -

developed by Dabur's own research and development. Dabur has products for

all the 16 categories as defined in the Ayurveda. Some of the leading products

in this category are:

Asav Arishtas –

These are medicated decoctions with self generated alcohol content. Dabur has

a range of over 30 Asav Arishtas. Some of the well known ones include

Dashmularishta, Drakshasava, Lohasava, Parthadyarishta and Ashokarishta.

• Chumas -

These are finely ground medicinal powders used to treat a variety of ailments

ranging from digestive problems to cough and fever.

• Ras Rasayanas -

Preparations containing mineral drugs as main ingredients are called Ras

Rasayanas. Dabur has a range of more than 50 Ras Rasayans which are used

by Ayurvedic practitioners in the cure of host of ailments.

 • Medicated Oils -

The oils boiled along with certain prescribed drugs are known as medicated

oils. These oils retain the curative properties of herbs and is used for

inunctions and massage.

PHARMACEUTICALS:

Branded Pharmaceuticals -

It includes a range of natural ethical products like New Livfit, Honitus, Ulgel

etc. and a range of contrast media and gynecological.

• Oncology -

This wide and formidable range includes brands such as Intaxel, Docetaxel and

Topotecan, all of which were manufactured for the first time in India by Dabur.

Little wonder then, that Dabur is the undisputed market leader in this category

in India and has plans to establish itself as a generic oncology player in select

global markets.

Bulk Drugs and Chemicals -

This range consists primarily of bulks in the oncology category.

 • FOODS :

Launched over two years back, the Dabur Foods range includes juices under

the brand name Real and cooking pastes under the brand name Hommade. To

give better focus to this division. This division has been carved out as a

subsidiary company of Dabur India Limited.

 SUBSIDIARIES

Dabur Foods Limited - Dabur Foods Limited, a 100% subsidiary of Dabur India

Limited, is spearheading Dabur's foray into food processing industry. The

company, set up in April 1999, is marketing a range of fruit juices under the

brand name Real, Hommade Cooking Paste and Sauces and Lemoneez lemon

juice.
 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
RESEARCH DESIGN:

Ownership: This is our company. We accept personal responsibility, and

accountability to meet business needs

Passion For Winning: We all are leaders in our area of responsibility, with a
deep commitment to deliver results. We are determined to be the best at doing
what matters most

People Development: People are our most important asset. We add value
through result driven training, and we encourage & reward excellence

Consumer Focus: We have superior understanding of consumer needs and

develop products to fulfill them better

Team Work: We work together on the principle of mutual trust & transparency
in a boundary-less organization. We are intellectually honest in advocating
proposals, including recognizing risks

Innovation: Continuous innovation in products & processes is the basis of our

success

Integrity: We are committed to the achievement of business success with

integrity. We are honest with consumers, with business partners and with each
other

It has surveyed 100 outlets covering NCR (GURGOAN).

Ayurvedic Research:

Standardization of herbs and finished products

Validation of the processes

Formulation development taking lead from Ayurveda

Pharmaceutical Research:

Development of new formulations of existing and new molecules

Parenteral Formulations development

Compatibility and shelf life studies

Validation of processes

PHYTOPHARMACEUTICALS:

Isolation of existing and new therapeutic ingredients from natural

sources

Extraction technologies

Processes development and transfer of technology

Biotechnology:

Tissue culture of medicinal plants especially endangered ones

Cell and callus culture

AGRONOMY:

Agro-technology development for medicinal plants

Micro-propagation of medicinal plants

Cultivation of medicinal and fruit plants

Generation of quality planting material through greenhouse technology

Personal Care Products:

Development of skin and hair care products

Oral care product development

Ayurvedic medicated oil development

Herbal extracts in cosmetics

ANALYTICAL:

Protocols and methods development for natural and synthetic products

Bio-equivalence studies of Pharmaceutical Dosage forms

Reaction monitoring of synthetic chemistry processes

Marker compound testing as a tool for standardization of Botanicals

Synthetic Chemistry:

Synthesis of known and new molecules and intermediates (APIs)

Process development
 Technology development and transfer to pilot plant and production

scales

Oncology Research and Molecular Biology:

Anticancer screening of herbal extracts/compounds, peptides and

synthetic molecules

Anti-angiogenic screening

Tumor xerography

Pharmacokinetic and metabolite studies

Proteomics and Genomics

New Drug & Peptide Research:

Lab scale synthesis of new molecules

Scale up and purification methods

Formulation and stability studies

Novel drugs delivery systems

RESEARCH APPROACH:

Survey approach was chosen for this research work. Survey research is the

best suited for gathering descriptive information company that wants to know

about individuals knowledge, attitudes, preferences or buying behavior can

often find out by asking individuals directly. The major advantage of survey

research is its flexibility. It can be used to obtain many different kinds of

information in many different situations

RESEARCH INSTRUMENTS:

Schedules, which is the most commonly used instrument, was opted for this

research.

CONTACT METHOD:

Personal individual interview method was opted for this research work, as it is

the most flexible method of all.

DATA ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION:

The data thus collected was tabulated, analyzed and interpreted with view to

make the study more meaningful. They were tabulated in manner so that

results could be viewed easily. Some statistical techniques were used to

examine the views of respondents. The use of tables, charts and diagrams had

been made to present the data in the analysis form.

 ANALYSIS

The ANALYSIS faced during the research was: -

• The sample size taken is 100, which is not sufficient to represent the entire
universe. The size could not be increased due to time constrained.
• The areas covered were restricted to East and South Delhi only and as such
the results of the surrey are valid for the above said areas.
• All information, which has been collected form, the respondents have been
considered authentic and final.
• Besides all this the report has been on individual attempt and also involves
the human process of interpretation and analysis, so there are chances of
human error.
• Despite repeated proof reading there is a possibility of spelling error of
otherwise which may have been overlooked
 SWOT ANALYSIS OF DABUR

SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) analysis is a technique used by the
company to determine its competitive position, to form strategies and plans accordingly, and to
achieve the organizational objective. A SWOT analysis measures internal and external factors, as
well as current and future possibilities.

We have done in-depth research and have developed this SWOT analysis of Dabur for you, have a
look:

STRENGTH
Dabur has a wide variety of products for each age group.
Being a century-old brand, it has a strong brand image in the eyes of customers.
Currently operating in over 60 countries, with 5000 distributors and 3 million outlets.

WEAKNESS
Many unbranded and duplicate products are being sold under the name of Dabur.
Dabur not only has competition from local brands, but also international players like Colgate.

OPPORTUNITIES
The era of modernization and instant food has led to an unhealthy lifestyle, and people are forced
to take ayurvedic medicines and supplements like Chyawanprash, Hajmola, etc.
Dabur products have an equally high demand in foreign markets.
Expansion of the product line and introducing ayurvedic beverages can boost their business.

THREATS
Stiff competition from big MNC’s like ITC, HUL, Patanjali.
With an increasing trend of ayurvedic medicines and supplements, many local brands have also
entered the market.
 ANALYSIS & INTERPRETATION

Most of the retailer’s stock 4 to 6 pieces of each brand of shampoos.

SHAMPOOS AVAILABILITY (piece/retailer)

NAME CATEGORY
1 TO 3 4 TO 6 MORE THAN 6

VATIKA 100 130 70

HEAD & SHOULDERS 70 130 100
PANTENE 65 145 90
SUNSILK 70 140 90

160

140

120

100
80
1 TO 3
60 4 TO 6

MORE THAN 6

40

20

0
VATIKA H&S PANTENE SUNSILK
SHAMPOOS VISIBILITY (piece/retailer)

NAME CATEGORY
1 TO 3 4 TO 6 MORE THAN 6

VATIKA 100 130 70

HEAD & SHOULDERS 70 130 100
PANTENE 65 145 90
SUNSILK 70 140 90

160

140

120

100
1 TO 3

80 4 TO 6

MORE THAN 6

60

40

20

0
VATIKA H&S PANTENE SUNSILK
TOOTH BRUSHES AVAILIBILITY (piece/retailer)

NAME CATEGORY
1 TO 12 20 30 MORE THAN 30
GLISTER 15 NILL NILL NILL
COLGATE 50 180 100 NILL
PEPSODENT 50 180 70 NILL
ORAL B 30 120 50 100
AQUAFRESH 30 120 50 100

Mostly retailers prefer to stock 20 to 30 pieces of each of the brands. Very few
retailers are there who stock the binaca toothbrushes as compared to the other
toothbrushes.

180

160 1 TO 12

140 20

120 30

100 M. T.30
80
60
40
20
0
GL STER COLGATE PEPSODENT ORAL B AQUAFRESH
TOOTH BRUSHES VISIBILITY(piece/retailer)

NAME CATEGORY
1 TO 12 20 30 MORE THAN 30
GLISTER 15 NILL NILL NILL
COLGATE 50 180 100 NILL
PEPSODENT 50 180 70 NILL
ORAL B 30 120 50 100
AQUAFRESH 30 120 50 100

100

180

160 1 TO 12

140 20

120 30
100 M. T.30

80

60
40
20
0
GLISTER COLGATE PEPSODENT ORAL B AQUAFRESH
COCONUT OILS AVAILIBILITY (piece/retailer)

NAME CATEGORY
1 TO 3 4 TO 6 MORE THAN 6

VATIKA 90 80 60
PARACHUTE 60 140 160

Most of the retailers prefer to stock less pieces of Vatika hair oil in comparison
to the Parachute hair oil.

160

140

120

100

1 TO 3
80
4 TO 6

MORE- 6
60

40

20

0
VATIKA PARACHUTE
COCONUT OILS VISIBILITY (piece/retailer)

NAME CATEGORY
1 TO 3 4 TO 6 MORE THAN 6

VATIKA 90 80 60
PARACHUTE 60 140 160

160

140

120

100

1 TO 3
80
4 TO 6

MORE- 6
60

40

20

0
VATIKA PARACHUTE

Although there are very less number of retailers stocking the tooth powders but
in those who do they prefer to stock the Colgate tooth powder in comparison to
Binaca tooth powder.
TOOTH POWDER AVAILBILITY (piece/retailer)

NAME CATEGORY
1 TO 3 4 TO 6
DABUR LAL DANT MANJAN 7 NILL
COLGATE 10 NILL

10

1 TO 3 4 TO6
5

0
DABUR LAL COLGATE
DANT MANJAN
TOOTH POWDER VISIBILITY (piece/retailer)

NAME CATEGORY
1 TO 3 4 TO 6

DABUR LAL DANT MANJAN 6 NILL

COLGATE 10 NILL

10

1 TO 3 4 TO6
5

0
DABUR LAL COLGATE
DANT MANJAN
OILS AVAILABILITY (piece/retailer)

NAME CATEGORY
1 TO 3 4 TO 6 MORE THAN 6
DABUR AMLA 80 120 100
KEO - KARPIN 90 120 90
HAIR & CARE 100 120 80

Most of the retailers prefer to stock 4 to 6 pieces of each of the brands.

120

100

80

1 TO 3

60
4 TO 6

MORE-6

40

20

0
DABUR AMLA KEO KARPIN HAIR& CAIR
OILS VISIBILITY(piece/retailer)

NAME CATEGORY
1 TO 3 4 TO 6 MORE THAN 6
DABUR AMLA 80 120 100
KEO - KARPIN 90 120 90
HAIR & CARE 100 120 80

Maximum number of retailers prefers to make visible 4 to 6 pieces of oils of

each brand

120

100

80

1 TO 3

60
4 TO 6

MORE-6

40

20

0
DABUR AMLA KEO KARPIN HAIR& CAIR
 CONCLUSION
We surveyed around 100 retailers covering the east and the NCR (Gurgoan).
Among the 100 retail stores we covered we found that around 97% of the retail
stores stock Dabur products that mean that Dabur has a good reputation in
the eyes of the consumers.

While noting the name of the stockiest we found that mostly there exists only
one stockiest for a particular area.

In case of Availability and Visibility of Vatika shampoo as compared to Head &

Shoulders, Pantene and Sunsilk, Vatika have an average position in the market
and same is with the Amla light hair oil in comparison to Keokarpin and Hair &
Care.

In the category of coconut oils we found that normally retailers stock Parachute
in large quantities as compared to Vatika Hair Oil.

In the case of tooth powders there were very less retailers stocking them as
they are in very less demand amongst the people in the respective areas which
we covered, in this too Colgate had an upper hand over Dabur
Lal Dant Manjan.

In toothbrushes category, binaca thoot brush is not as commonly stocked as

compared to Aquafresh, Oral B, Colgate and Pepsodent.
In the food section Roohafza is in more demand amongst the consumers as
compared to sherbets azam.
Regarding the service provide by the Dabur to its retailers we found that the
Dabur personnel mostly visits most of the retailer on weekly basis.
 RECOMMENDATIONS

• Dabur should adopt an extensive push marketing strategy for all its
products and extensive advertising for products namely Vatika Hair oil,
Amla Light and Dabur lal dant manjan and Binaca Toothbrush.

• Dabur should ask their distributors for providing higher margins to the
Retailers so they can be asked to push Dabur products.
 QUESTIONNAIRE

This questionnaire is meant to collect information from the retailers about the
quantity stored by the retailers of Dabur products as compared to other
competitors.
(Tick the appropriate answer/answers )

1. Out of these how many brands of shampoos do you store?

a) Vatika b) Head & Shoulders c) Pantene d) Sunsilk

2. How many pieces of each brand of shampoos do you store?

a) 1 to 3 b) 4 to 6 c) more than 6

3. Out of these how many brands of toothbrushes do you store?

a) Glister b) Colgate c) Pepsodent d) OralB e) Aquafresh

4. How many pieces of each brand of toothbrushes do you store?

a) 1 to 12 b)12 to 20 c)20 to 30 d) more than 30

5. Out of these how many brands of coconut oil do you store?

A) vatika b) parachute

6. How many pieces of each brand of coconut oil do u store ?

a) 1 to 3 b) 4 to 6 c) more than 6
7. Out of these how many brands of toothpowder do you store?
a) Dabur Red b) Colgate

8. How many pieces of each brand of toothpowder do you store?

a) 1 to 3 b) 4 to 6

9. Out of these how many brands of light hair oil do you store?
a) Dabur Amla b) Keo-karpin

10. How many pieces of each brand of light hair oil do you store?
a) 1 to 3 b) 4 to 6 c) more than 6
 FQA
QUESTIONNAIRE

Q. Who leads the company?

Q. When did Dabur go for its first public issue?

Q. What is the role of the Burman family in the Company’s management and
operations?

Q. What is the mailing address and phone numbers of Dabur’s

headquarters?

Q. What are the main product categories of Dabur?

Q. How many group companies does Dabur have?

Q. How does Dabur position itself?

Q. What is Dabur’s status in the consumer goods market?

Q. In how many countries does Dabur have its distribution network and
offices?

Q. Where can I get a copy of the Company Annual Report?

Q. What are Dabur’s environmental concerns?

Q. How does Dabur implement its social commitments?

Q. What are the major areas of research undertaken by Dabur?

Q. Who do I contact at Dabur for a business proposal?

Q. In what manner and which areas of operation does Dabur support non-
profit organizations?
Q. If I have a product idea, whom should I go to in Dabur?

Q. Can I get a list of your products and their prices?

Q. Is it possible to order your products for doorstep delivery?

Q. Whom should I contact for a product-related query or feedback?

Q. How do I become a model for Dabur ads?

 BIBLIOGRAPHY

1. Books : Kotler Philip, Marketing Management.

C.B. Kothari, Research Methodology.

2. Internet : www.dabur.com
www.google.com

3. Newspapers : The Times of India

The Hindustan Times
Business World
Economics Times

4. Schedules : Personal interaction with Individuals