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SUBMITTED BY: IIFT ACHIEVERS

1.PRINCE SHARMA
2.SHIVALIK SINGH
3.MOHINI SWAMI
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STRATEGY/APPROACH TO COMMUNICATE ULTRATECH AS A SUSTAINABLE BRAND
Customer Service
Positioning Strategy
UltraTech can demonstrate its
commitment to sustainability by offering
green packaging options, offering
recycling and waste management
solutions, and educating customers.
Trustworthy and Reliable Branding: The goal of
customer service should be to build long-term
relationships. As a trusted partner, UltraTech should
engage with customers regularly, engage their
feedback, and demonstrate a genuine interest in their
success and future endeavours.
Projection as Sustainability-Centric: Ensure
sustainability messaging is woven into every customer
interaction and engagement. Sustainability will be
demonstrated as a business priority and not just a
marketing slogan or throwaway words.
Green Building Incentivizing: Inform customers
about UltraTech's sustainability initiatives, product life
cycle assessments, and tips for environmentally
friendly product use.
Recycling Initiatives: Encourage participation in
UltraTech's sustainability initiatives, such as recycling
programs. This fosters a sense of shared responsibility.
Convenience-Based
Positioning Strategy
UltraTech can leverage convenience-
based positioning to highlight ease of
use, accessibility, and multi-platform
accessibility.
Simplify Product Selection and Ordering: Provide
online tools and resources to help customers select
sustainable products. Develop a user-friendly e-
commerce platform with clear product descriptions
Comprehensive Knowledge Base: Describe
UltraTech's sustainable products, their applications, and
related best practices online. Websites, apps, and
chatbots should enable easy access to the knowledge
Establish Multi-Channel Presence: Market
UltraTech's sustainable products and services to online
retailers, home improvement stores, builders' supply
companies, and independent contractors.
Offer Convenient Delivery Options: Include next-day
delivery, scheduled delivery, and delivery to
construction sites as options to cater to preferences.
Provide Installation Services: Install UltraTech's
sustainable products directly or through a network of
certified installers. Provide customers with DIY tutorials
and guides to install and utilize UltraTech's sustainable
products.
Price-Based
Positioning Strategy
Incentives such as discounts, rebates, or
loyalty programs can be used to
encourage customers to switch to
sustainable products, reducing perceived
price barriers.
Comparison Analysis for long-term vision: Provide
online tools that allow customers to compare the upfront
costs of sustainable products with the long-term savings
that can be achieved from decreased energy
consumption, maintenance expenses, and adverse
environmental impact.
Reliable and Dependable Products: Ensure the quality
and durability of sustainable products, and reduce
customer concerns about long-term costs, by offering
extended warranties or guarantees.
Incentives for Exchange: Create trade-in programs that
encourage customers to switch to UltraTech's sustainable
alternatives from older, less sustainable products.
Price-friendly Sustainable Products: Make sustainable
products more affordable for customers who are price-
sensitive by partnering with financial institutions.
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STRATEGY/APPROACH TO COMMUNICATE ULTRATECH AS A SUSTAINABLE BRAND
Quality-Based
Positioning Strategy
Quality assurance through testing
and adherence to both domestic as
well as international industry
standards helps build customer trust.
New technologies for improving quality include:
Automated sampling and analysis: Robots collect
samples of raw materials, clinker, and finished cement.
Manual sampling can be time-consuming and error-prone
Sensor technology: Sensors monitor temperature,
pressure, and vibration throughout the production process.
By identifying and troubleshooting problems early,
defective cement can be avoided.
Traditional technologies for improving quality include:
Laboratory testing:
Raw materials, clinker, and finished cement samples are
tested in a laboratory for quality. They are also evaluated for
their compositions and content.
Visual inspection:
Cracks
. and lumps are visually inspected in cement. This is
done to ensure that best quality product is manufactured.
Physical testing:
Strength and setting time of cement are tested. Since they
get altered due to the different quality of the raw materials
utilised.
Differentiation Strategy
Carbon Neutral: Pioneer the
development of carbon-neutral
cement products, utilizing innovative
technologies to reduce or offset
carbon emissions associated with
cement production.
Circular Economy Model : Implement circular economy
principles in operations, such as utilizing recycled
materials, minimizing waste generation, and promoting
resource efficiency.
Awareness Programmes and Outreach: Conduct
educational programs and awareness campaigns to
promote sustainability practices among customers,
industry partners, and local communities..
Proper Monitoring and Tracking: Regularly measure and
report on the environmental impact of UltraTech's
operations, including carbon emissions, water usage, and
waste reduction efforts.
Environment Impact Assessment: Regularly measure
and report on the environmental impact of UltraTech's
operations, including carbon emissions, water usage, and
waste reduction efforts.
Pioneer in the field: Position UltraTech as a thought
leader in the sustainability space by actively participating
in industry discussions, publishing research, and sharing
best practices.
Social Media
Positioning Strategy
Sensitive Analysis: Monitor the
number of customers sharing
positive reviews, testimonials, and
recommendations for UltraTech's
sustainable products and services.
Interactive Sessions: Host live video sessions and
webinars with sustainability experts to share knowledge,
address customer queries, and establish UltraTech as a
thought leader.
BTS: Show Behing the Scenes(BTS) glimpses of the
company's sustainable production processes, recycling
efforts, or green technologies.
Learning Pogrammes: Initiate advocacy programs or
ambassadorships for individuals or organizations aligned
with UltraTech's sustainability mission.
Use Case and Story Sharing: Use dedicated hashtags
or social media challenges to encourage customers to
tell their stories about UltraTech's sustainable products
and services, promoting authenticity and user
engagement.
Promotion as an Example: Using as an example
#UltraTechSustainabilityStories , UltraTech
could encourage customers to share how
UltraTech's products have impacted them.
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VARIOUS LEVERS OF INNOVATION TO BE CONSIDERED TO BUILD ONE OF A KIND PRODUCT

Partenership with Local Construction Experts Sustainable Drying Technology

UltraTech could
Rural construction awards Sustainable Drying Technology This lower temperature It eliminates the need
conduct focus A rural construction award
ceremony could be organized is a technology that operates at requirement reduces energy for fossil fuel
groups with local could be created by the
by UltraTech in collaboration an average temperature of only consumption by up to 80%, combustion, the primary
construction company. Local construction
with a local construction 85°C, compared to traditional leading to substantial cost source of emissions in
experts to learn experts could also be paid to
associations. Contractors using thermal drying methods that savings and environmental traditional thermal
about rural refer new customers to
UltraTech products could can exceed 400°C. benefits. drying.
construction UltraTech.
obtain special financing. ..
challenges. Local
..
experts could also
..
conduct testing and
development.

UltraTech could
establish a rural-
specific research
and development
UltraTech could feature A local media outlet and
center with a local It Aligns with the principles of a This results in a It offers a cost-effective
local construction UltraTech could team up to
university. A local circular economy, as it significant reduction solution that can be
experts in its marketing create a series of articles and
NGO could minimizes energy consumption, in greenhouse gas integrated into existing
campaigns. Local videos on the role local
develop UltraTech reduces waste, and promotes emissions and cement plants, making it a
partners could also be construction experts play in
training programs the use of renewable energy contributes to financially viable option for
showcased through promoting sustainable
for rural sources. cleaner air quality. the industry.
events and workshops. construction practices.
communities.

Aspiring young construction workers could also compete in a construction skills Adopting sustainable dryer could be a part of UltraTech's commitment to
competition organized by the company.This would not only provide valuable innovation and sustainability, setting them apart as a leader in adopting
..
content but also inspire future construction workers to strive for excellence. advanced technologies in the cement industry.
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VARIOUS LEVERS OF INNOVATION TO BE CONSIDERED TO BUILD ONE OF A KIND PRODUCT

Sustainable Cement Recycling Energy-Efficient Kiln Technologies

UltraTech could UltraTech could develop a UltraTech could UltraTech could This technology has UltraTech could partner with a
work with industry new method to separate collaborate with implement a low-NOx the potential to reduce biomass producer to secure a
experts and aggregates from cementitious research universities preheater-calciner system fuel consumption and reliable supply of agricultural waste,
standardization materials in C&D waste with an and technology in one of its cement plants CO2 emissions by up such as rice husk or sugarcane
bodies to established recycling institutes on concrete with the help of a leading to 30%. bagasse, for use as an alternative
establish technology company. recycling research. burner manufacturer. fuel in its cement kilns.
certification
standards for Reuse of
recycled concrete Industrial Waste UltraTech could install a waste
Reduce global
products. warming heat recovery system at one of
. Eco- its cement plants to capture
friendly
thermal energy from the kiln
UltraTech could exhaust gases and use it to
assist construction Reduction generate electricity for plant
in CO2
companies with emission Sustainable operations.
utilizing recycled
concrete in UltraTech could
UltraTech could UltraTech could install UltraTech may partner with an UltraTech could collaborate
residential collaborate with a major
develop and sensors and real-time industrial automation software with a waste management
buildings, waste management
advocate for monitoring systems in a company to optimize kiln company to develop a
commercial company to set up a
legislation to cement plant to monitor kiln operations using real-time process for converting
structures, and region-specific C&D
encourage the use of temperature, fuel data analytics and predictive municipal solid waste into
infrastructure. waste collection system.
recycled concrete. consumption, and emission. maintenance algorithms. usable fuels for cement kiln.

UltraTech could evaluate recycled concrete products and issue certifications UltraTech can design and implement a waste heat recovery system tailored to
based on established standards by cooperating with independent testing and the specific requirements of each cement plant with a company that
certification organizations. specialized in waste heat recovery.
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VARIOUS LEVERS OF INNOVATION TO BE CONSIDERED TO BUILD ONE OF A KIND PRODUCT

Blockchain for Supply Chain Transparency Digital Twins for Process Simulation and Optimization

Securely share Real-time inventory tracking Streamline processes An operator can gain valuable Operators can identify areas where
A digital twin is a virtual
logistics data with at various stages of and reduce insights into a cement plant's energy is being wasted by using
replica of an asset,
stakeholders with production and transit. In administrative costs operations, identify potential digital twins to simulate and analyze
process, or system that
blockchain. addition, this reduces with smart contracts bottlenecks, and make data- plant operations. It also reduces
can be used to predict,
Integrity of data is inventory holding costs and on the blockchain. driven decisions to increase production costs and reduces
simulate, and optimize.
ensured, prevents overstocking. efficiency. environmental impact.
tampering is
prevented, and Cement formulations can be
trust is fostered improved with the help of
among parties. digital twins. The
performance of new cement
Securely share blends can be tested in a
logistics data with virtual environment without
stakeholders with the need for costly and time-
blockchain. consuming physical trials.
Integrity of data is With blockchain technology,
Verify inventory
ensured, carbon credits and offsets It represent a powerful tool for Cement plant operators Policymakers can use digital
movement and
tampering is can be tracked and recorded transforming the cement could also be trained with twins to simulate the impact
storage conditions,
prevented, and accurately, incentivizing industry, offering the potential to them, developing the skills of different regulatory
reducing the risk of
trust is fostered cement manufacturers to significantly reduce its needed to manage complex scenarios, helping them
damage and
among parties. reduce their carbon footprint. environmental impact, improve industrial processes in a safe make more informed
spoilage.
efficiency, and drive innovation. and cost-effective way. decisions.

Ultratech need to ensure interoperability and compatibility between systems

In the future, smarter, greener, and more efficient infrastructure will be made
and platforms through standardization of data formats and interoperability
possible by digital twins integrated into cement production processes.
between stakeholders.
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STRATEGY/APPROACH TO DELIVER SUPERIOR CUSTOMER DELIGHT BY FOCUSING ON

KNOWLEDGE AND ACCESS TO INNOVATION, PRODUCTS & SOLUTIONS

Company Centric to Customer Centric-Forming Cross functional teams with an INTRAPRENEURIAL MINDSET. Strategies will be no more brand
oriented/product oriented but CLUSTER ORIENTED with CCBTs(Country Category Business Teams) empowered to run the business – they
function like mini boards within the Ultra Tech Cement structure. Individual centers will have the power, autonomy and people resources to
run independently. A key element of regionalization would be footprint optimization – where very large plants will become supply chain hubs
and catered to a region – reaping economies of scale and cost. Various ways of implementing this strategy are as below:

Local partnership and demographically adapted models

Providing house designs and solutions that are used prominently used in the local regions.
For example- Assam-type housing structures and Chettinad house of South India etc.
Form strategic partnerships with local construction companies to understand their specific
needs, preferences, and challenges. Collaborate on project-specific solutions, provide
tailored product recommendations, and offer joint training programs to enhance
construction expertise.

One Interactions through Local Languages

Set up dedicated customer support centers in major regional hubs to provide prompt and
personalized assistance to customers. Hire local staff who understand the language, culture,
and construction practices of the region to ensure effective communication and support.
Implement multilingual communication tools, such as chatbots, virtual assistants, and
interactive voice response systems, to cater to the diverse linguistic needs of customers.
Offer translation services for product documentation, technical manuals, and safety
guidelines to ensure clear understanding and compliance among customers.
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STRATEGY/APPROACH TO DELIVER SUPERIOR CUSTOMER DELIGHT BY FOCUSING ON

KNOWLEDGE AND ACCESS TO INNOVATION, PRODUCTS & SOLUTIONS

AR/VR immersion and interaction

Ultra tech can create an AR app that allows customers to visualize the finished
appearance of their projects using different cement products. This helps customers
make informed decisions about product selection and enhances their overall experience.
Incorporate VR technology into its product demonstrations, allowing customers to
experience the performance and applications of its cement products in a simulated
environment. This enhances the customer experience and provides a more immersive
understanding of the products' capabilities.

Recycling Stations
Set up dedicated collection points where customers can return unused cement in exchange for rewards, discounts
on future purchases, or redeemable points.
Unused cement often ends up in landfills, contributing to environmental pollution and occupying valuable space.
Recycling stations divert this waste from landfills, reducing the environmental impact and conserving land resources.
Recycling stations can provide valuable data on customer usage patterns, product preferences, and waste generation
patterns. This data can inform product development decisions, customer service improvements, and targeted
marketing campaigns.

Interactive Sustainability Ratings and Labeling

Approach: Introducing interactive sustainability ratings or labels on cement products
accessible via QR codes or smartphone apps. Customers can scan and instantly view
detailed sustainability metrics and environmental impact data.
Benefit: Empowers customers with transparent information, enabling them to make
informed decisions based on sustainability criteria and aligning with their environmental
values.
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ANNEXURES

https://www.ultratechcement.com/
https://utecbyultratech.com/
https://oneultratech.com/
"The Future of Cement Production: How Digital Twins are Transforming the Industry”:
https://ts2.space/en/the-future-of-cement-production-how-digital-twins-are-transforming-the-industry
"Factors contributing to the Profitability of Cement Factory":
https://finmodelslab.com/blogs/profitability/cement-factory-profitability
“Concrete Branding with Virtual and Augmented Reality”:
https://indiancementreview.com/2023/07/17/branding-concrete-with-virtual-and-augmented-reality/
"Cement Sustainability Compass"-https://docs.wbcsd.org/2009/07/CSI-RecyclingConcrete-Summary.pdf
"The Cement Industry in 2023: Trends and Challenges" by the Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA):
https://gccassociation.org/
"The Future of Cement: Innovations and Opportunities" by the World Bank:
https://thedocs.worldbank.org/en/doc/b861a60750cf40b6e1d751547ea1ff33-0350042021/original/JGregory-Cement-Concrete-Env-
Impact-Reduction-World-Bank-2021-03-23.pdf
"Cement Industry: A Comprehensive Overview" by the International Cement Review:
https://www.cemnet.com/Publications/Item/171926/international-cement-review-magazine.html
"Sustainable Cement Production: A Global Perspective" by the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD):
https://www.wbcsd.org/Sector-Projects/Cement-Sustainability-Initiative
"Cement Industry: Market Analysis and Trends" by Mordor Intelligence:
https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/cement-market
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