A Case Study On Coca-Cola

Coca Cola is one of the most famous and iconic brands in the world. In fact, it is so popular that according to Coca Cola’s most recent newsletter the word “Coca Cola” is the second most understood term worldwide only behind the word “okay.” Coca Cola origin roots can be traced back all the way to 1886 when Coca Cola was invented by John Pemberton who then with the help of his friend Frank Robinson named the drink “Coca Cola” and later on patented the Coca Cola extract. However, in 1888 both the Coca Cola brand name and its formula were acquired by Asa Griggs Candler who would go on to make Coca Cola an iconic brand and would lead an evolution that would change the beverage industry forever. However, Coca Cola would not be where it is now without several key milestones which guided the company to its success now. Some of these key milestones include in 1904 releasing its first Coca Cola Advertisements on magazines and artworks nationwide which began Coke’s popularity as it would go on to be a star in the beverage industry. This led to another key milestone in 1930 as Coca Cola decided to take its company internationally and compete in markets outside United States. This is important as this event lead to enormous success and brand value for Coca Cola as a world famous beverage product. Coca Cola’s successful entry into international markets was just the beginning for its success and these accomplishments would continue in 1950 as Coca Cola achieved another key

Coca-Cola entered India in the year of 1967 but leave the country in 1977 cause of stressed of foreign exchange act. In 1993, Coca-Cola re-entered India after government approval due to the new liberalization policies in India. The foreign exchange act which prevented companies from keeping too much equity had been completely changed from that time. Coke's

Coca cola has been accused of providing commercial waste to farmers to use as fertilizer. This has been faulted to have toxic substances . The management of Coca cola India has denied presence of toxins and termed the waste as safe.

A case study was conducted by a market research company to find out the preferences and the amount of consumption of carbonated soft drinks in Center City, USA. The research firm selected a random sample of 80 residents, who are 16 years of age or older. The company then collected a data for each resident, including age, estimated amount of soft drink consumption per week and the preferences among four categories of soft drinks; Coca Cola, Pepsi, Dr. Pepper or Other. The responses of the survey were recorded using code numbers 1, 2, 3 and 4 for Coke, Pepsi, Dr. Pepper and Other, respectively. In order to compare consumption preferences with other similar cities, the same sample data for 80 persons were taken from a second city, Small Town.

share dropped from 71% in 1990 to 55% in 2009.6 Non-cola CSDs included lemon/lime, citrus,

The origin of Coca-Cola was based on a lot of trial and error. It had first started off as soda-water and functioned medicinally. It apparently had the ability to prevent/cure putrid fevers dysentery. As the drink evolved so did the function as well. The addition of coca leaves and kola nuts made the drink more invigorating due to its caffeine. Now its importance and second function came in July 1. 1886. That date marks the start of Prohibition, the drink served as an alternative to alcoholic drinks. Fast forward to 1938 after the changes in its medicinal function, distribution, ingredients, and more importantly its popularity. Coca-Cola’s importance was as a “sublimated essence of all America stands for…” this statement by veteran journalist William Allen White was said based on the fact that Coca-Cola was drank by men and women of all ages and classes, that was the drink’s

The brand Coca-Cola has been around for over 130 years. Coca-Colas inventor, John Pemberton has marketed his creation from the very beginning as a product that can serve others beneficially. Perbertons “brain tonic” later turned into a global empire of Coca-Cola. Professor Bartow J. Elmore’s book Citizen Coke: the Making of Coca-Cola Capitalism explores in detail about Cokes formula and how it is made and how it affects individuals and the planet in which we live. Elmore discuses how Coca-Cola has sold its low-price syrup while unloading expenses and risks onto their suppliers, franchisees, and the government. Elmore makes a compelling argument throughout the book that Coca-Cola trademarks it self as a device of economical expansion and a charitable force, however Cokes initiative for growth has made it damage the health of both the public and the planet. Elmore explains each ingredient in the Coca-Cola formula and how it has affected others, business and the environment.

Water is becoming scarcer around the world and increases both in cost and criticism for Coca Cola over the large amounts of water used in production.

The Coca Cola industry is a vibrant model that started in 1886 by John Styth Pemberton who was a pharmacist in Atlanta, which is the capital; headquarter for the Coca Cola Company. It is the world’s primary manufacturer of non-alcoholic beverage and operates on a global scale across over 200 countries worldwide with over 500 brands. The company is widely recognized by 94% of the world’s population (coca cola Company.com). Coca Cola is largely successful, has become the iconic beverage of the American culture, is ranked number three in the world, and is regard as “happiness in a bottle worldwide (bestglobalbrand.com) The company post revenue of 5.37 billion dollars with a 2% rise in the North American market (NBC.com). This report will therefore examine many different aspect of the Coca Cola company which as allow them to become the beverage and brand of choice worldwide.

Coca Cola’s first main weakness is that it is highly susceptible to any kind of negative publicity. Every kind of negative publicity can hurt the brand badly. Some years ago after traces of pesticides were found in the products of Coca Cola, it had hurt the brand really hard. Sales had dipped in various corners of the world apart from the criticism that flowed. Any such thing can hurt the popularity and sales of coca cola. However, Coca cola can overcome this weakness by being more transparent regarding the ingredients it uses in the production of its brands.

Throughout the years Coca-Cola has made many pricing decisions but one might say that their ultimate goal has always been to maximize shareholder value. As Cola consumption has decreased in the US Colas have come to realize the untapped international market. In 2003 both Coke and Pepsi had a solid presence in India and had each introduced a 300mL bottle. In order to grab market share Pepsi began to drop prices (even with summer approaching, which was contrary to policy in America).

One big change that needs to be made is pesticide free water in the Coca-Cola products. Indians have a lot of trouble with making sure their food and water is contaminated, and things like this aren’t going to help Coca-Cola’s business because they aren’t going to want to risk their health. Indian’s need to feel safe and trustful of Coca-Cola that their products are safe for themselves. Coca-Cola made also need to use less Indian water in their products if that problem cannot be fixed. Whatever it takes for Indian’s to understand that Coke’s products are pesticide free is what Coca-Cola needs to do. The future of Coke in India is in the hands of

One major key in order to succeed the communication during the crisis is "to listen to the customer". Coke is forced to listen to the customer because they have spoken with their wallets. That was a mistake. The company should inform them correctly about the facts and not because the sales were decreasing dramatically. One of the most important things that the company should remind continuously to their costumers is the Loyalty that they should have in the biggest brand name, that of Coca Cola 's.

Who would have known that Coca-Cola debut to the world was all because of a pharmacist? And just a touch of carbonation has truly made it a refreshing and an enjoyable carbonated soft drink. It is within “arms reach of desire” as former CEO Robert Woodruff notes. The Coca-Cola Company ultimately cares about its customers and prides itself into providing good citizenship. One of Coca-Cola’s largest international investors was India, from 1993 up until 2003, Coca-Cola invested more than US$1 billion into the country. In August of 2003, CEO of Coca-Cola India, Sanjiv Gupta came to a standstill where he had to further anticipate his next move for the company. The company faced a crisis where the Center for Science and Environment (CSE) issued a press release affirming that three samples of the 12 cold drink brands sold in and around Delhi containing pesticide residues were of Coca-Cola and PepsiCo brands.

In 2006, a Non Governmental Organisation (NGO) based in India, Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), issued a statement that pesticides found in Pepsi Cola was far above the allowable health limits. As a result, people started avoiding the soft drinks and opted for healthier, organic option. Pepsi Cola engaged in a wide range of public awareness campaign and issued press statements to convince the public that the drink is perfectly safe. The pesticide Saga adversely affected sales of Pepsi in India. (CITE)