Market percentage of videocon air conditionersA Research project report on “MARKET SURVEY OF VDEOCON A.C.” Submitted for the fulfillment for the award of Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Uttar Pradesh Technical University (UPTU), Lucknow. Submitted By: VISHAL JAIN MBA IV Semester Roll No-0802970406 Under the guidance of Mr.MRINAL VERMA Year 2009-10 Krishna Institute of Engineering and Technology (Department of Management Studies) 13 KM Stone, Ghaziabad - Meerut Road, Ghaziabad – 201206 (U.P.) 1 Market percentage of videocon air conditioners To whom it may concern This is to certify that Mr. Vishal Jain, Roll no.0802970406, is the student of MBA final semester and has successfully completed his project on “MARKET SURVEY OF VDEOCON A.C.” Date. HOD 2 Market percentage of videocon air conditioners To whom it may concern This is to certify that Mr.Vishal Jain, Roll no.0802970406, is the student of MBA IV semester. He has worked on the research project titled “MARKET SURVEY OF VDEOCON A.C.” under my supervision and guidance. This is an original and authenticated work done by him. Date. Mr.Mrinal Verma (Guide) 3 Ghaziabad hereby declare that the research project report on “MARKET SURVEY OF VDEOCON A. is an original and authenticated work done by me. Roll no.0802970406.”. I further declare that it has not been submitted else where by any other person in any of the university for the award of any degree or diploma. Date Vishal Jain 4 .Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Declaration I Vishal Jain. student of MBA IVth Semester of KIET School of management.C. . My social gratitude is to Mr.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Acknowledgement Research project is an integral part of the MBA program in KIET(Department of Management Studies).K. Last but not the least. Mr.I would like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to all the people who in some way or the other helped me to accomplish this challenging project in Market Survey of Videocon AC.The major source of books for me was the library of Krisna Institute of Engeenering and Technology and websites of Videocon.Chaturvedi (HOD-MBA). Vishal Jain 5 . I am thankful to all my friends and colleagues for all the support they provided.Mrinal Verma (Faculty Mentor) and I am indebted to him for his earnest out of the way he helps. I am thankful to all the members of Videocon Ltd. I received great inputs and inspiration at various stages of the project from my guide.who have given their support in the project work.R. He had been a constant source of encouragement and re-assurance throughout my stint with my project. A. Now people want something different.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners PREFACE In the present age only sales is not important for any organization. 6 . But in the age of electronic era air conditioners are still very much effective. Now people choose different kind of product and if you want to know that what people want you have to go through common people.C. VIDEOCON ELCETRONICS is one of the India’s biggest electronic gadgets manufacturer and 1st Indian Multinational Company. if you are capable to give that particular thing in your product than sales will be definite. are very much effective medium for get rid of from heat of summer season. Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Contents Executive Summary Chapter I Introduction Company Profile Air conditioners Products 08-09 09-10 11-29 30-33 34-47 Chapter II Research Methodology Data Analysis & Results Objective of Research Chapter III Findings SWOT Analysis Limitations of the study Appendix Conclusion Bibliography Questionnaire 69-70 71 72-74. 62-65 66-67 68 48-51 52-60 61 7 . microwaves. In today’s cutthroat competition no customer is permanent unless he/she is highly satisfied with the product & brand.C. and music system.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Training has always played an essential role in imparting a working knowledge. and HITACHI. L. If the consumer is satisfied he will purchase other products of the same company.The project is the systematic collection of data from various dealers in Delhi. The air conditioner industry is growing very fast as the demand for Videocon air conditioners has increased this year because of its unique pricing strategy. refrigerators. ASHUTOSH MISHRA for my training in CORPORATE SALES (A.) where I got to know about the marketing strategies of VIDEOCON and other competitors in the market like DAIKAIN. I would like to give my sincere thanks to Mr. TV’s. In this project I did comparative study of all the major players dealing in air conditioners . It manufactures air conditioners. the entire data is analyzed on 8 .G. washing machines. VIDEOCON is a one of the leading marketing shareholder in the consumer durable industry. The methodology consist of in-depth study of primary data comprising interaction with the managers and other officials while secondary data comprising of the various data collected after visiting sites of Videocon India.C.C .C. Project has been of vital importance as it made me to know about the various markets and the price strategies being followed in the competitive market. It revealed many aspects as to how important is Advertising is to organization and lack of awareness among the customers restricted them from availing the various facilities of the product. This project also include a part of marketing being done by me for the CORPORATE SALES (A.). 9 .The project also include various charts which gives a clear cut figures.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners various basis like consumer preference for the Videocon products. What all are the major consideration while buying a Videocon A. Demonstrating the various aspects of the market preference for the Videocon A. Market percentage of videocon air conditioners CHAPTER .I 10 . at lower price because of this scheme attract manager to purchase it.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners INTRODUCTION The project has been undertaken in a wellknown Indian MNC company “VIDEOCON”. 11 . more the margin more the space. and to get an insight into the price strategy of the company as well as the post launch status of the company and to find the various reasons because of which the company is able to survive the edge cutting competition and what are the other marketing strategy of the company. one may conclude that maximum promotional leverage is given to the brand giving maximum margins & offering the best schemes.G. The dealers give promotional leverage to some brand of air conditioners. They also give more the shelf space to those products as the shelf space is directly correlated with the kind of margins received & schemes given to the multi brand dealers i. Hence.e. HITACHI. In this scheme we meet to purchase manger of a company and told about corporate sales scheme in that we provide A.C. DAIKAIN are there in the market. A survey has been done and data has been collected from various companies all over GURAGON and some part of DELHI thus a report has been prepared. The main objective behind the project is to know about the consumer preference for the product when other competitors like L. . INDIA TODAY. The new symbol of Videocon that is in three color orange.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners VIDEOCON IN INDIA Videocon is the fastest growing home appliances company of India. Videocon has been bringing the latest and very best in Consumer Electronics and Home Appliances. Now it is the first Indian home appliances company. Worldwide. and crafting it to improve the quality of life as millions of satisfied customers will agree. For over a decade now. A sign that represents the new force that is Videocon. THE WORLD TOMORROW 12 . and green the India`s flag color . A symbol that proclaims a paradigm shift. Videocon start its new mission with new Videocon symbol. It new symbol show dedication of company to maintaining the highest international standards of excellence through quality. Videocon continue innovate new international technology to suit Indian as well as international needs. technology and innovation. while. Thus recapitulating our principle of reaching out and touching the lives millions of people. Nandlalji initiated his three sons . sugarcane and cotton grower. The die was cast. In early 80s. at a time when the village had no electricity. India. trusted by over 50 million people to improve their quality of life. A Shri Maharashtra. he launched India's first world-class Colour Television. 13 .1 brand of Consumer Electronics and Home Appliances. Rajkumar and Pradeep into the business. India. Nandlalji's pioneering spirit found expression in a myriad ways. man of vision. Videocon is a household name across the nation .Market percentage of videocon air conditioners A MAN OF ALL SEASONS: A Man of ideas.India's No. completed his education in Ahmednagar. earning him the well-deserved reputation of the doyen of industrial activity in Marathwada. the founder of the Videocon group. Pune. setting up the Gangapur Sakhar Karkhana (Sugar Mill) in 1955.Venugopal. thereby unleashing an industrial revolution. he boldly ventured forth and imported machinery from Europe. Nandlal A Madhavlal successful Dhoot. and in A man of substance. Through a technical tie-up with Toshiba Corporation of Japan. Over the years. entertainment and comfort. SUSTAINING GROWTH We will be a source of pride to our business associates by ensuring mutual prosperity and growth through the implementation of corporate strategies. by being a responsible corporate citizen. far and wide. realise the goals of the world community and protect the environment. offering high quality consumer durables at affordable prices. CREATING HAPPINESS We will bring happiness into every home. create products and services that will improve the quality of life. spreading the culture of convenience. 14 . ACHIEVING PROGRESS We will pursue innovative technologies in the fields of Electronics and Energy. aimed at identifying forward-looking opportunities and responding intelligently to the dynamics of change.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners The Videocon Group is committed to create a better quality of life for people and furthering the interests of society. Where fields of sugarcane grow tall and proud. Where tourists flock to the world-famous caves of Ajanta and Ellora. with the avowed purpose of producing world-class Colour Television through a technical tie-up with Toshiba Corporation of Japan. where the Dhoot family launched Videocon International Limited in 1984. 15 . India. Videocon emerged as India's leading brand of both Colour and Black & White Televisions and continues to dominate this highly competitive market. Where bushes of cotton bud bloom.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners PURSUING EXCELLENCE We will provide a conducive environment for enabling our employees to develop their potential and make a significant contribution to the Group's success. to take millions of Indians into a better.1 Consumer Electronics and Home Appliances take shape. This is Marathwada. brighter future. Where India's NO. Within a decade. THE VIDEOCON COMPLEX AT AURANGABAD Videocon's production facilities are located at Chitegaon and Bhalgaon . User-friendly .Market percentage of videocon air conditioners The leader innovates. India. India.NoFrost Refrigerators. The most sophisticated Colour Television and DVDs. Harnessing the advanced technology. trained in Japan. with due support from the Government of Maharashtra. Highly qualified engineers. 16 . time and again. relentlessly pursuing quality to achieve various international standards of Quality Control. the very latest music systems. is a multi-faceted group. both backward areas. The leader forges ahead. with innovative products for a better life. work together in close unison to produce India's leading branch of consumer electronic products and home appliances. Breaking through. Fast forwarding into the modern era. Videocon today. The leader breaks new ground. High-Tech Air-conditioners. PROFILES OF LEADERSHIP Futuristic Neuro Fuzzy Logic Washing Machines. with 9 state -of-the-art manufacturing facilities all over India. near Aurangabad. backed by 6500 technical and support staff. Fired by a passion for innovation... Videocon International Limited launched India's first world class Colour Television. Videocon International Ltd. Today. the flagship company of the Videocon Group. through a technical tie-up with Toshiba Corporation of Japan. at Chitegaon The state -of-the-art Washing Machine plant of Videocon Appliances Ltd.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Videocon's modern VCD plant at Bhalgaon products produces VCRs for the Indian and International markets The sophisticated Refrigerator plant of Videocon Appliances Ltd. the consumer benefits enormously by getting premium products at affordable prices. Videocon has developed near zero wastage technology which helps reduce manufacturing costs by optimising material inputs. is India's leading manufacturer of Consumer Electronic products. Videocon has kept pace with the changing face of technology.. Coupled with quality-consciousness at every stage. right across the spectrum. Videocon International's Colour TV plant at Chitegaon. 17 . at Chitegaon. TECHNOLOGY WITH A HEART Committed to giving the consumer the best the world has to offer. constantly upgrading its manufacturing facilities to incorporate advanced technology and high standards of quality into its product range. In 1985. THE SOUND OF EXCELLENCE Videocon produces a sophisticated range of Home Audio Systems. Bazooka technology and the Freedom series : affordable high quality range of Colour TVs for the price-conscious consumer. Videocon has notched up many exciting firsts. ATDMs and Deflection Yokes. Recorders and Personal Stereos. 18 . In Color TVs. FBTs. FIRST WITH THE BEST Continuous up gradation and indigenous manufacturing has been and continues to be an integral part of the company's philosophy. such as Electronic Tuners. Surround Sound. It has set up a unit at Gandhinagar in Gujarat for manufacturing Black & White TV picture Tubes.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners The company currently manufactures Colour TVs. Turbo Sound. by exploring the world's most advanced technologies. ensuring quality control and becoming vertically integrated. thereby reducing costs. as well as the conteporary international range of VIDEOCON Digital Hi Fi Systems. Videocon was the first Indian Company to introduce Picture-In-Picture. At its modern plant at Chitegaon and Aurangabad. the Company has also undertaken complete backward integration to manufacture all critical and important components of its products. the Full Flat Square Tube. Larger Screen Sizes. Perceived as an innovator in its field. Stereo Radio. Black & White TVs and Audio products. Europe.. Ltd. The projects in 1990.. joined hands with Gujarat Narmada Valley Fertilizers Co. has the distinction of having set up India's first plant for the manufacture of Glass Shells for Colour Television Picture Tubes.7 million Glass Shells for Colour Picture Tubes and 0. Videocon Narmada Glass (VNG): a division of Videocon International Ltd. USA (formerly known as OI-NEG TV Products Inc. 450 crores) in electronic component industry in the country.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners GLOBAL AMBITION Looking beyond India. It is the first Indian company to win the prestigious CE approval for exporting its Colour TV to Europe. with the objective of backward integration. the late Shri Rajiv Gandhi.. The Videocon Group. Videocon is now a global player. world leader in Glass Shell Technology. USA).25 million glass 19 . laid the foundation stone for the project. when the then Prime Minister of India. Videocon is now entering world market with its operations in the Middle East. acknowledged by the world. the largest investment (Rs. Indonesia and South Africa.. in technical collaboration with Techneglas Inc. (GNFC) for the implementation of this 100% import substitution project. with an installed annual capacity of 1. The plant. is located at Village Chavai. 19V and 13V CTV glass parts. USA. 20 . THE HEIGHTS OF SUCCESS The CTV Glass Shells manufactured by VNG are at par with international standards and the Color Picture Tubes made with VNG glass have already received VDE approval .200 crores of precious foreign exchange every year.The facilities include a state-of-the-art Tool Room and Mould Shop to manufacture and maintain its mould requirements. A PICTURE PERFECT FUTURE Till 1994. VNG has now developed the 20V 2R the latest models. District Bharuch. VNG's production has replaced these imports. Promoted by the Videocon Group. thereby saving almost Rs. Having initially successfully established its 20V.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Bulbs for Black & white Picture Tubes and Monochrome Monitor Tubes. Videocon Appliances Ltd. was incorporated in 1988. and is operating the plant with 150% capacity utilisation . Techneglas Inc. Indian manufacturers of CTV Picture Tubes were importing Glass Shells. Gujarat. VNG has now surpased the norms of performance guranteed by the collaborator.with efficiencies exceeding international standards.. CLEANING UP THE MARKET The Videocon range includes washers. Videocon quickly become the market leader. THE WASHING MACHINE REVOLUTION The company's first priority was to launch an international quality washing machine. Videocon produces India's widest range of washing machines. Fuzzy Control Washing Machines and India's first Neuro Fuzzy Logic Washing Machine. Semi-automatic and fully Automatic Washing Machines. The only fully integrated worldwide. Aurangabad. Japan. Videocon introduced India's first Twin Tub Washing Machine. it is the second largest among Matsushita's licensees. washing machine plant in India with ISO 9002 certification. at its state-ofthe-art plant at Chitegaon.. Today.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Making the Group's diversification into the Home Appliances. in collaboration with Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. Videocon has continued with its mission of bringing the benefits of innovative technology to millions of homes. Ltd. India. thereby liberating the Indian housewife from the daily back-breaking. time-consuming drudgery of washing clothes by hand. 21 . The refrigerator plant has modern manufacturing facilities including Paint Shop and PUF Machines. With a view to achieve self-sufficiency. Videocon Appliances makes various components such as Moulds. build quality and reduce manufacturing costs. Refrigerator Fan Motors. double-door. Washing Machine Motors. A BREATH OF FRESH AIR Videocon offers the widest range of Room Air-conditioners in India. 22 . It was the first company to introduce Air-conditioners with Rotary Compressors and to launch Neuro Fuzzy Logic Split Air-conditioners. Ltd. Entering the market in 1992 with breakthrough technology. and automatic defrosting. Cooling coils and Mechanism Cases. Videocon turned it around. Compressors. Japan.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners FIRST WITH NO . manufactured under a design and drawing agreement with Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. Videocon pioneered India's first No-Frost Refrigerators.FROST TECHNOLOGY Focusing its attention on an industry that underwent a technological stalemate for over a decade. produced in technical (design and drawing) collaboration with Matsushita Refrigeration Co.. Videocon has also significantly upgraded the conventional refrigerator by introducing features such as clean back. Videocon VCR Limited has a buy-back arrangement with Toshiba Corporation. was promoted by the Videocon Group with equity participation by Toshiba and Mitsubishi. The Company's hi-tech. has a production capacity of 3. Videocon has recently launched a centre drive Video Cassette Recorder with prodrum. Japan.00. Japan. In fact. It manufactures Video Cassette Recorders and Video Cassette Player. This stand alone Dish Washer can handle the toughest cleaning jobs in the Kichten. and it re-exports its VCR's VCPs to Toshiba for their global marketing.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners DISH WASHER Videocon has just launched Dish Washer model VA 1200 which has specially designed for cleaning of utensils & dishes.000 units per annum. and a Video Cassette player with line recording facility. Videocon VCR Limited. Maharashtra. incorporated in 1989. located at Bhalgaon in Aurangabad. modern manufacturing plant. Always at the cutting edge 23 . incorporating the latest in video technology like menu driven controls for easy operation. The products manufactured at this plant have earned the prestigious BS & CE approvals for export to Europe. Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd. 24 . Ashima Fabrics and 20th Century Finance Corporation Ltd.. giving loans and advances.M. Videocon VCR Limited is the undisputed market leader today. AN ENVIABLE TRACK RECORD Some of the Company's customers include Indian Hume Pipe Co. Toshniwal Agrochem Ltd. was taken over and renamed by the Videocon Group in 1991. etc. The company is engaged in lease and hire purchase financing. The Company is also a member of the OTC Exchange of India. prompt receipts of outstanding and lease rentals. bill discounting.. acted as Lead Manager to two public issues and Co-Manager for a rights issue.. Incorporated in 1986. South Sea Distilleries Ltd. Videocon Leasing And Industrial Finance Ltd. the Company has received all lease rentals hire purchase installments. V. merchant banking and investment activities. achieving a 100% recovery rate. Western Paques Ltd. on time. Jog Construction Ltd...Market percentage of videocon air conditioners of technology... Ltd. It is a SEBI Registered Category I Merchant Banker and has underwritten over twenty-seven issues. By Carefully assessing the credit requirements of potential customers before sanctioning any assistance. With a commitment to excellence.. in an Unincorporated Joint 25 . It clearly reaffirmed its leadership in Colour TVs. To industries at the heart of a nation: Petroleum. With its strong operational base. Construction and Housing. rooted in the pioneering vision of a pathbreaker. With Confidence. VCRs and VCPs. including training stints overseas. is poised to seize these opportunities and forge ahead into new areas of business. 1995 was a landmark year for Videocon.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners TAKING ON THE CHALLENGE The financial sector in India is undergoing a metamorphosis. Videocon lays great emphasis on the training and development of its work force. With determination. Power. Leading India into the future. Videocon Leasing And Industrial Finance Ltd. Videocon has the distinction of being the first Group in the Private Sector to have been awarded a Production Contract. providing every opportunity for growth and advancement. Black & White TVs. Washing Machines as well as No-Frost Refrigerators. Liberalisation and wide-ranging economic reforms have generated immense opportunities for established financial companies in the private sector. In the high technology area of oil field development. Then Videocon began to reach out to the core. Phase I of the RAVVA Development Plan.7 MM3 of gas per day. Ten Exploration Wells have also been drilled in the RAVVA concession area and some of these have gone to establish additional hydrocarbon reserves. approximately 3 billion cubic meters of Gas (19. to develop and further explore RAVVA Oil and Gas Field in the Bay of Bengal. India.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Venture with Command Petroleum Limited. These are being assessed in greater detail and will be taken up for development in the Second Phase.000 BOPD and 0. capitalized at U. envisaging production plateau rate of 35.5 MMBOE). Videocon Petroleum Limited. of Australia (presently its successor is Cairn Energy of (UK). 26 . Marubeni Corporation of Japan and Oil & Natural Gas Corporation Limited. mostly as at shallower levels. As many as 13 additional information obtained during development drilling. as per PSC has been achieved in December 1996 and maintained since then. off the coast of Andhra Pradesh. and sufficient to raise the Production Rate to 50.S. either as Satellite Fields or new discoveries. more than double that was originally envisaged. the initial reserves have now been reassessed at an increased level of 223 MMBBLs recoverable oil reserves (251 MMBOE of oil and gas). $20 million.000 BOPD. has a 25% participating interest in the RAVVA Field. Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Onshore Gas and Oil processing facilities. India. tanker loading facilities. Stage II of this Coal based Project will be located at Ennore and Puludivakkam villages in Ponneri Taluka in Chegnai.000 barrels of Oil and 70. Joint Venture has crossed the 25 million-barrel cumulative production mark in July 1998. $300 million and gross revenue in excess of U. Oil export lines. Oil has being sold to HPCL as Nominee of Government for refining in the Vizag Refinery and Gas is sold to GAIL. Just to the north of 27 .000 cubic meters of Gas per day.S. Expenditure incurred is more than U. water injection and gas lift facilities have a capacity to handle over 50. at an estimated cost of Rs. The Videocon Group has been entrusted by the TamilNadu Electricity Board with the implementation of Stage -II of the North Madras Thermal Power Project. along the Bay of Bengal. $400 million. MGR District. 4. The site is located on the seashore. north Of Madras. both at International Price. about 20 Km.S. Videocon Power Limited is a new company promoted by Videocon Group for implementation of 2 X 525 MW Power Project in Tamil Nadu.500 Crores. N. Environment Clearance. with an annual handling capacity of 16 million tons of coal. is finalised between the Parties and awaits formal approvals of the TNEB and Government of Tamil Nadu.O. as a captive coal mining block. The project has received almost all clearances. The coal will be brought by the rail-cum-ship route to Ennore Satellite Port.P. The coal Mining Company which will be managed by one of the well known international Coal Mining Companies will also be executing the Fuel supply Agreements with VPL. The P.A. 28 . such as. Government of India. Holzmann Videocon Engineers Ltd. etc.. Incorporated in October 1995. adjacent to the plant site.A. The project is proposed to be completed and commissioned by the year 2000. from Pollution Control Board. and the entire power generated will be sold to the Tamil Nadu Electricity Board.C. which is expected to be functional by year 1999. For the Cool requirements of the proposed project..E. Utkal Block `B-1' of Talcher Coalfield has been allocated to Videocon Power Ltd. Videocon has promoted a new company to mine and beneficiate the coal. Techno-Economic Clearance by C. Civil Aviation Clearance.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners the site is the proposed new coal handling satellite port at Ennore. (HVE) is a joint venture in which Philipp Holzmann AG Germany and Videocon are equal partners. by Ministry of Coal.. bridges.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Philipp Holzmann AG in one of the world's largest construction companies. with more than 150 years of experience. specializing in the area of harbour construction. $10 billion. 29 . Half of Frankfurt has been built by the company.O. It is involved in the construction of public building as well as residential and commercial complexes in Mumbai. It carries out and manages construction projects in the civil engineering sector. New Delhi. HVE's head office is located at Delhi and its regional office is in Mumbai. Its annual turnover is more than U.T.A. either as a contractor or on a Build Own Operate Transfer (B. Pune and Goa. HVE has been short listed as a contractor for the prestigious Delhi Mass Rapid Transit System. airports and industrial plants. including the U.) basis. multi-storeyed buildings. The company is also bidding for hydro and thermal power project. HVE's objectives are to participate in major infrastructure and industrial projects. roads.O. railroads.S. It has a strong presence in more than 70 countries around the world.S. dams. Videocon Air Conditioners can generate more negative oxy-ions. approx 10 lac ions/cc. The positively charged atoms in the pollutants are neutralized by negative ions released by the oxyioniser. Thereby. Videocon is the first Indian company to set up an advanced manufacturing facility in Muscat and Italy to supply state-of-the-art Air Conditioners to global brands. Videocon has always been at the forefront of technological innovation. The company has many technological first to its credit. 30 . ensuring an improved quality of air in your homes and offices. Videocon presents a state-of-the-art range of Air Conditioners equipped with a unique Ion Recharger. to keep you recharged and refreshed.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners AIR CONDITIONERS As India's largest exporter of Air Conditioners. The oxy-ion generator produces negative oxy-ions to remove air-borne pollutants such as smoke and dust particles. Videocon was the first to offer Rotary Air Conditioners and Air Conditioners with oxy-ions. more than even the best nature can provide. Videocon Air Conditioners can generate more negative oxy-ions. more than even the best nature can provide. Videocon has always been at the forefront of technological innovation. Videocon is the first Indian company to set up an advanced manufacturing facility in Muscat and Italy to supply state-of-the-art Air Conditioners to global brands. The company has many technological first to its credit.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners As India's largest exporter of Air Conditioners. approx 10 lac ions/cc. Videocon presents a state-of-the-art range of Air Conditioners equipped with a unique Ion Recharger. The positively charged atoms in the pollutants are neutralized by negative ions released by the oxyioniser. Thereby. 31 . ensuring an improved quality of air in your homes and offices. to keep you recharged and refreshed. The oxy-ion generator produces negative oxy-ions to remove air-borne pollutants such as smoke and dust particles. Videocon was the first to offer Rotary Air Conditioners and Air Conditioners with oxy-ions. Videocon Air-Conditioner With Oxy-Ioniser From India's No. And negative ions are nature's way of getting rid of them. recharging the air. refreshed energized and recharged. Every but of smoke. comes the new range of air conditioners equipped with ion recharger. Since polluting chemicals are positively charged atoms.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners The air we breathe is not what it used to be. which reduce pollution and other impurities. 1 Home Appliance and Consumer Electronic Company. Thereby. Designed to help air-borne pollution and improve the quality of air in our homes and offices. any source that generates negatively charged atoms can neutralize them. These state-of-the-art machines have advanced oxy-ion generators that produce negative oxy-ions to help cut down air pollution and help you feel relaxed. dust and pollution which has been released into our fragile ionosphere remains suspended. An oxy-ioniser replenishes negative ions. 32 . of rows (evaporator/ condenser) Cooling capacity Compressor Type Temperature Control Moisture Removal Air Circulation (High) Weight (NET/GOSS) Dimensions 2/2 9200 BTU/hr / 2430 Kcal/hr Rotary Thermister 1.8 TR 20 Micron anti bacterial filter Multi-directional flow Fan speed (turbo / quiet) Sleep mode function Real time clock (in LCD remote) 24 hrs ON/OFF Timer Full function remote Soft touch digital panel Resin coating for sheet metal (internal & external) 6 yrs warranty on compressor 3 mins times delay Anti-corrosive blue fins for heat exchanger (condenser) Anti-freeze thermostat 1 yr warranty on air conditioners Technical Specification: Model No: VAW 1022 No.6 ltr/hr 360 m3/hr / 212 ft3/min 35 Kg 345mm x 500mm x 490mm 33 .Market percentage of videocon air conditioners PRODUCTS Videocon Window AC MODEL No: VAW 1022 0. Market percentage of videocon air conditioners MODEL No: VAW 1222 Full function remote Soft touch digital panel Anti-freeze thermostat Anti-corrosive blue fins for heat exchanger (condenser) 1.0 TR 20 Micron anti bacterial filter Multi-directional flow Fan speed (turbo / quiet) Sleep mode function Real time clock (in LCD remote) 24 hrs. On/Off Timer Anti-freeze thermostat 6 yrs warranty on compressor 1 yr warranty on air conditioners 3 mins times delay Resin coating for sheet metal (internal & external) Technical Specification: Model No: VAW 1222 No. of rows (evaporator/condenser) Cooling Capacity Compressor Type Temperature Control Moisture Removal Air Circulation (High) Weight (NET/GOSS) Dimensions 2/2 12300 BTU/hr / 3075 Kcal/hr Rotary Thermister 2 ltr/hr 500 m3/hr / 295 ft3/min 42 kg 325mm x 560mm x 610mm 34 Market percentage of videocon air conditioners MODEL No: VAW 1822 Full function remote Soft touch digital panel Auto swing Anti-freeze thermostat Resin coating for sheet metal (internal & external) 1.6 TR 20 Micron anti bacterial filter Ventillation Multi-directional flow Fan speed (turbo / quiet) Sleep mode function Real time clock (in LCD remote) 24 hrs ON/OFF Timer Anti-corrosive blue fins for heat exchanger (condenser) Anti-freeze thermostat 6 yrs warranty on compressor 1 yr warranty on air conditioners 3 mins times delay Technical Specification: Model No: VAW 1822 No. of rows (evaporator/condenser) Cooling Capacity Compressor Type Temperature Control Moisture Removal Air Circulation (High) Net Weight Dimensions 2/2 18700 BTU/hr / 4675 Kcal/hr Rotary Thermister 2.9 ltr/hr 760 m3/hr / 490 ft3/min 63 Kg 428mm x 660mm x 640mm 35 Market percentage of videocon air conditioners MODEL No: VAW 1823 Full function remote Soft touch digital panel Auto swing Anti-freeze thermostat Resin coating for sheet metal (internal & external) 1.6 TR 20 Micron anti bacterial filter Ventilation Multi-directional flow Fan speed (turbo / quiet) Sleep Mode Function Real time clock (in LCD remote) 24 hrs. On/Off Timer Anti-freeze thermostat 6 yrs warranty on compressor 1 yr warranty on air conditioners 3 Min Time Delay Technical Specification: Model No: VAW 1823 No. of rows (evaporator/condenser) Cooling Capacity Compressor Type Temperature Control Moisture Removal Air Circulation (High) Weight (NET/GOSS) Dimensions 2/3 18700 BTU/hr / 4675 Kcal/hr Rotary Thermostat 2.9 ltr/hr 760 m3/hr / 490 ft3/min 64 kg 428mm x 660mm x 640mm 36 Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Model No: VAW 1833i 24 hrs ON/OFF Timer Full function remote Soft touch digital panel Auto swing Anti-freeze thermostat Resin coating for sheet metal (internal & external) 1. of rows (evaporator/condenser) Cooling Capacity Compressor Type Temperature Control Moisture Removal Air Circulation (High) Weight (NET/GOSS) Dimensions 3/3 18700 BTU/hr / 4675 Kcal/hr Rotary Thermister 2.9 ltr/hr 760 m3/hr / 490 ft3/min 66 kg 428mm x 660mm x 640mm 37 .6 TR Ion recharger 20 Micron anti bacterial filter Ventilation Multi-directional flow Fan speed (turbo / quiet) Sleep mode function Real time clock (in LCD remote) Anti-corrosive blue fins for heat exchanger (condenser & evaporator) 6 yrs warranty on compressor 1 yr warranty on air conditioners 3 mins times delay Technical Specification: Model No: VAW 1833 i No. Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Model No: VAW 2434 Full function remote Soft touch digital panel Auto swing Resin coating for sheet metal (internal & external) 2.1 TR 20 Micron anti bacterial filter Ventilation Multi-directional flow Fan speed (turbo / quiet) Sleep Mode Function Real time clock (in LCD remote) 24 hrs. of rows (evaporator/condenser) Cooling Capacity Compressor Type Temperature Control Moisture Removal Air Circulation (High) Weight (NET/GOSS) Dimensions ¾ 25200 BTU/hr / 6300 Kcal/hr Rotary Thermister 4 ltr/hr 860 m3/hr / 540 ft3/min 80 kg 428mm x 660mm x 720mm 38 . On/Off Timer Anti-freeze thermostat 6 yrs warranty on compressor 1 yr warranty on air conditioners 3 Min Time Delay Technical Specification: Model No: VAW 2434 No. 8 TR 20 Micron anti bacterial filter Multi-directional flow 3 Fan speed Sleep mode function 24 hrs ON/OFF Timer Auto restart LCD remote 6 yrs warranty on compressor 1 yr warranty on air conditioners 3 mins times delay Anti-freeze thermostat Auto swing Silent operation Resin coating for sheet metal (internal & external) Singer Up Mechanism Anti-corrosive blue fins for heat exchanger (condenser) Technical Specification: Model No: VAS T102 Cooling Capacity Compressor type Temperature Control Moisture Removal Air Circulation (High) DBA Net weight (indoor) Net weight (outdoor) Dimensions(indoor) (mm) Dimensions (outdoor) (mm) 9000 BTU/hr / 2250 Kcal/hr Rotary Thermister 1.7 ltr/hr 500 m3/hr / 300 ft3/min 29 8 kg 24 kg 260mm x 785mm x 195mm 500mm x 600mm x 232 mm 39 .Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Videocon Split AC MODEL NO: VAS T102 0. 0 TR 20 Micron anti bacterial filter Multi-directional flow 3 Fan speed Sleep mode function 24 hrs ON/OFF Timer Auto restart LCD remote Anti-freeze thermostat 6 yrs warranty on compressor 1 yr warranty on air conditioners 3 mins times delay Auto swing Silent operation Resin coating for sheet metal (internal & external) Anti-corrosive blue fins for heat exchanger (condenser) Technical Specification: Model No: VAS T122 Cooling Capacity Compressor Type Temperature control Moisture removal Air circulation (high) DBA Net weight (outdoor) Net weight (outdoor) Dimensions (indoor) Dimensions (outdoor) 12000 BTU/hr / 3000 Kcal/hr Rotary Thermister 2 ltr/hr 500 m3/hr / 300 ft3/min 32 8 kg 31 kg 260mm x 785mm x 195mm 552mm x 700mm x 256mm 40 .Market percentage of videocon air conditioners 1. 6 TR 20 Micron anti bacterial filter Multi-directional flow 3 Fan speed Sleep mode function 24 hrs ON/OFF Timer Auto restart Anti-freeze thermostat 6 yrs warranty on compressor 1 yr warranty on air conditioners 3 mins times delay LCD remote Auto swing Silent operation Resin coating for sheet metal (internal & external) Anti-corrosive blue fins for heat exchanger (condenser) Technical Specification: Model No: VAS T182 Cooling Capacity Compressor type Temperature control Moisture removal Air circulation (high) DBA Net weight (indoor) Net weight (outdoor) Dimensions(indoor) (mm) Dimensions(outdoor)(mm) 19300 BTU/hr / 4825 Kcal/hr Rotary Thermister 2.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Model No: VAS T182 1.9 ltr/hr 780 m3/hr / 460 ft3/min 36 14 kg 42 kg 310 (h) x 1020 (w) x 195 (d) 550 (h) x 760 (w) x 260 (d) 41 . Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Model No: VAS T242 2.1 TR 20 Micron anti bacterial filter Multi-directional flow 3 Fan speed Sleep mode function 24 hrs ON/OFF Timer Auto restart LCD remote Anti-corrosive blue fins for heat exchanger (condenser) Anti-freeze thermostat 6 yrs warranty on compressor 1 yr warranty on air conditioners 3 mins times delay Auto swing Silent operation Resin coating for sheet metal (internal & external) Technical Specification: Model No: VAS T242 Cooling Capacity Compressor Type Temperature control Moisture removal Air circulation (high) DBA Net weight (indoor) Net weight (outdoor) Dimensions (indoor) Dimensions (outdoor) 25200 BTU/hr / 6300 Kcal/hr Rotary Thermister 4 ltr/hr 880 m3/hr / 520 ft3/min 40 14 kg 55 kg 310mm x 1020mm x 210mm 650mm x 865mm x 310mm 42 . Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Videocon Tower AC Model No: VA 2400 SPT Silent operation Resin coating for sheet metal (internal & external) Anti-corrosive blue fins for heat exchanger (condenser) Anti-freeze thermostat 1.6 TR Ion recharger 20 Micron anti bacterial filter Multi-directional flow 2 Fan speed 24 hrs ON/OFF Timer Auto restart LCD remote Auto Swing 6 yrs warranty on compressor 1 yr warranty on air conditioners 3 mins times delay Self diagnosis function Technical Specification: Model No: VA 2400 SPT Cooling Capacity Compressor Type Temperature control Moisture removal Air circulation (high) DBA Net weight (indoor) Net weight (outdoor) Dimensions (indoor) Dimensions (outdoor) 25200 BTU/hr / 6300 Kcal/hr Rotary Thermister 4 ltr/hr 1020 m3/hr / 600 ft3/min 46 50 kg 86 kg 1900mm x 600mm x 270mm 600mm x 835mm x 315mm 43 . Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Model No: RC 30 SPT Silent operation Resin coating for sheet metal (internal & external) Anti-corrosive blue fins for heat exchanger (condenser) Anti-freeze thermostat 2.1 TR Ion recharger 20 Micron anti bacterial filter Multi-directional flow 2 Fan speed 24 hrs ON/OFF Timer Auto restart LCD remote Auto swing 6 yrs warranty on compressor 1 yr warranty on air conditioners 3 mins times delay Self diagnosis function Technical Specification: Model No: RC 30 SPT Cooling Capacity Compressor type Temperature control Moisture removal Air circulation (high) DBA Net weight (indoor) Net weight (outdoor) Dimensions (indoor) Dimensions (outdoor) 36000 BTU/hr / 9000 Kcal/hr Reciprocating Thermister 7 ltr/hr 1860 m3/hr / 1100 ft3/min 50 55 kg 110 kg 1900mm x 600mm x 350mm 600mm x 835mm x 450mm 44 . 0 TR Ion recharger 20 Micron anti bacterial filter Multi-directional flow 2 Fan speed Real time clock 24 hrs ON/OFF Timer Auto restart Anti-freeze thermostat 5 yrs warranty on compressor 1 yr warranty on air conditioners 3 mins times delay Self diagnosis function Technical Specification: Model No: RC 30 SPCA Cooling Capacity Compressor type Temperature Control Moisture Removal Air Circulation (High) DBA Net weight (indoor) Net weight (outdoor) Dimensions (indoor) Dimensions (outdoor) 36000 BTU/hr / 9000 Kcal/hr Reciprocating Thermister 7 ltr/hr 1400 m3/hr / 825 ft3/min 45 40 kg 110 kg 295mm x 870mm x 870mm 650mm x 1175mm x 450mm 45 .Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Videocon Cassette AC Model No: RC 30 SPCA LCD remote Auto swing Silent operation Resin coating for sheet metal (internal & external) Anti-corrosive blue fins for heat exchanger (condenser) 3. Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Model No: VA 2400 SPCA Silent operation Resin coating for sheet metal (internal & external) Anti-corrosive blue fins for heat exchanger (condenser) 2.1 TR Ion recharger 20 Micron anti bacterial filter Multi-directional flow 2 Fan speed Real time clock 24 hrs ON/OFF Timer Auto restart Anti-freeze thermostat 6 yrs warranty on compressor 1 yr warranty on air conditioners 3 mins times delay Self diagnosis function LCD remote Auto swing Technical Specification: Model No: VA 2400 SPCA Cooling Capacity Compressor type Temperature Control Moisture Removal Air Circulation (High) DBA Net weight (indoor) Net weight (outdoor) Dimensions (indoor) Dimensions (outdoor) 25200 BTU/hr / 6300 Kcal/hr Rotary Thermister 4 ltr/hr 1100 m3/hr / 650 ft3/min 43 32 kg 86 kg 295mm x 870mm x 870mm 600mm x 835mm x 315mm 46 . II 47 .Market percentage of videocon air conditioners CHAPTER . Sampling plan for survey Sampling units Sampling size Sampling area Purchase manager and customer 5 companies and 200 customer Gurgaon 48 . while secondary data has been collected from the sites of Videoconworld. Primary data has been collected by interviewing customers and purchase managers.com.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners RESEARCH METHODOLOGY A survey has been done and data is collected from various company`s purchase manager all over Guragon and some part of Delhi. Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Questionnaire Methodology The questionnaire has to be self administered in order to know the exact views & some other suggestions of the purchase manager and customers the questionnaire were administered in the form of a small interview. The advantages of the questionnaire method is its versatility. Data analysis procedure The data has being analyzed using excel wherein various factors have been determined & their frequencies have been measured. Every marketing problem involves people & its solution can be obtained by asking these people about the problem. almost every problem of making research can be approached from the questionnaire standpoint. Some of the factors to determine are as following. Brands 49 . satisfactory & poor and what changes they want to improve Videocon A.C. This is also termed as the pull factor. 50 . after sales services & services provided quality etc. excellent. good. Awareness level The awareness level regarding the different types of air conditioners is judged according to the people purchasing it.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners The various brands selling in the market from the dealer’s point of view the predominant brands in terms of sales. Purchase manager and customer network Various attributes were rated & then ranked by the purchase manager and customer involved in purchase of the product namely. Positioning level The positioning of air conditioners is judged by the total number of customers asking for the brand name & are willing to pay for the same. Carrier.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners DATA ANALYSIS AND RESULT MARKET PERCENTAGE OF CASSETTE AND TOWER A. 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 36 Videocon 22 21 13 8 Daikain Carrier Hitachi LG Vi de oc on The market survey showed that the sales volume of Videocon is the highest followed by Daikain. D ai ka C ar rie r H ita ch i LG in 51 .C. LG and other AC companies. Hitachi. Market percentage of videocon air conditioners QUALITY OF AIR CONDITIONERS 25 20 16 15 10 5 0 10 14 22 18 13 7 15 Videocon LG Carrier Daikain Voltas Hitachi Samsung Blue Star Daikain serves as the top leader in providing best quality to its customers. C ar r D ier ai ka i Vo n lta H s ita Sa c h m i su B l ng ue St ar Vi de oc LG on 52 . followed by Hitachi and then Videocon. Market percentage of videocon air conditioners CUSTOMER CONSIDERATION OF PRICE CUSTOMER CONSIDERATION OF PRICE 250 NO. OF CUSTOMERS 213 200 150 100 50 0 YES NO CUSTOMER RESPONSE 79 According to the market survey conducted 300 company`s manager and customers considered price as a major determinant while buying Videocon air conditioners. 53 . because Videocon started new scheme “Corporate Sales”. Sa t isf ac to r G Po o r 54 .Market percentage of videocon air conditioners POSITIONING OF VIDEOCON AIR CONDITIONER IN THE MARKET POSITIONING VIDEOCON AIR CONDITIONERS 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% 41% 29% 17% 13% Excellent Good Satisfactory Poor t oo d Ex ce lle n y Amongst the dealers surveyed 41 % agreed that the positioning of Videocon air conditioner in the market is excellent whereas 33% feels that it is good . & 17% says that is satisfactory and remaining 13% says poor. Market percentage of videocon air conditioners MAINTAINENCE OF GOOD PUBLIC RELATION MAINTAINENCE OF GOOD PUBLIC RELATION PERCENTAGE OF DEALERS 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% YES NO DEALER'S RESPONSE 77% YES NO 23% According to the market survey conducted. About 77% of the correspondent say that Samsung maintains a good public relation with its dealers whereas 23% does not have the same response. 55 . Blue Star. Voltas. Vi de 56 . Carrier. Hitachi leads the market in providing services in terms of installation & operation followed by Videocon.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTALLATION AND OPERATION 25% 20% 15% 10% 5% 0% oc o D n ai ka in Vo lta s ca r Bl rier ue St a hi r ta ch i og LG en er al 23% 19% 14% 9% 10% 6% 6% 13% Videocon Daikain Voltas carrier Blue Star hitachi LG ogeneral According to the market survey conducted. Daikain. LG and then ogeneral. Market percentage of videocon air conditioners ADOPTION OF VARIOUS PROMOTIONAL TOOLS ADOPTION OF VARIOUS PROMOTIONAL TOOL 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% 51% 27% 14% 8% Advertisement Personal Selling Direct Marketing Sales Promotion Advertisement is regarded as one of the major promotional tools with a share of 51% followed by sales promotion. personal selling and direct marketing se m Pe en rs t on al Se D llin ire g ct M ar ke Sa tin le g s Pr om ot io n Ad ve rti 57 . Customer surveyed 79% said that Samsung maintained a sufficient network whereas while 21% provided negative response.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners MAINTAINENCE OF SUFFICIENT NETWORK MAINTAINENCE OF SUFFIENT NETWORK 100% 80% 60% 40% 20% 0% YES NO NO 79% YES 21% Amongst the Managers. dealers. 58 . 59 . To know the cost incurred by companies in AD Campaigns. To know which company is providing better postsale service with low maintenance cost. To judge the position of VIDEOCON AC’S in the Indian market.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners RESEARCH OBJECTIVE The Objective is To compare the superiority of VIDEOCON with other competiting Companies in the AC’S segment. To compare the sales volume of AC’S of different companies. Market percentage of videocon air conditioners CHAPTER-III 60 . the position in the minds of the consumer is quite appreciable. In this respect brands like Daikain. In this respect VIDEOCON have a better standing in the market as compared to other brands.The dealer network of VIDEOCON is very strong.The brand awareness of VIDEOCON air conditioners is very high.e.Brand positioning of VIDEOCON air conditioner is good i. As a result it caters to a large market share in the air conditioner market. 61 .Market percentage of videocon air conditioners FINDINGS The major findings of the research includes 1. This implies that VIDEOCON maintains a good public relation with its dealers and in turn receives a good promotional leverage from its dealers. 3. 2. Carrier have better rating in the market. 4.The quality rating of VIDEOCON is not high. C in the market According to the survey conducted. About 79% of the respondent claimed that customers do consider the price of VIDEOCON air conditioners while buying. Positioning of VIDEOCON A.dealers of Guragon and some part of Delhi were interviewed it was found that 41% rates 62 . whereas 21% says that it does not effect their purchase decision. Best quality Daikain is providing the best quality air conditioners with a total share of 39% as compared to VIDEOCON with the share of 36%. Consideration of price while buying Samsung A.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Individual findings for questionnaire are: - Percentage of market share VIDEOCON serves as the market leader with highest sales volume & contributed to the affordable price of VIDEOCON air conditioners.C. the Managers . C as excellent. where as only 23% of customers say that it is not maintaining good public relations. where as 17% say that it is satisfactory 13% say it is poor. Further personal selling and direct marketing being at 14% and 8% respectively Maintenance of sufficient network 63 . Adoption of various promotional tools The most popular promotional tool is Advertising with total share of almost 51% followed by sales promotion with a share of 27%.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners the positioning of VIDEOCON A. Provision of services in terms of installation and operation Hitachi once again as serves out to be best in providing services in terms of installation and operation followed by Videocon. Carrier and then Blue Star. Maintenance of good public relations with Customer The survey conducted in Guragon shows that 77% of the dealers say that VIDEOCON is maintaining good public relations with its customers. 29% claimed it as good. Daikain. Market percentage of videocon air conditioners The percentage of respondent who claim that VIDEOCON maintains a good & sufficient network with its customers is about 79% and only 21% feels that VIDEOCON does not maintain a sufficient network. 64 . opportunity & threat) analysis of Videocon air conditioners. weakness. It is no doubt about the fact that Videocon is considered to be “huge marketing success ”. A swot analysis of its marketing function is as follows: Strengths Premium pricing Focus on technology & quality In-house manufacturing facility Product design 65 .Market percentage of videocon air conditioners SWOT ANALYSIS Swot (strength. therefore. a stiff competition from domestic and other multinational companies.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Weakness Low quality as compared to other brands Little presence in “A” class area Opportunity Large market potential Wide production portfolio Consumer willingness to change brand. 66 . Threats Highly competitive market. Market percentage of videocon air conditioners APPENDIX 67 . The survey sample is only from a small geographical area. 1. and also consider people who have AC. 3. While all attempts have been made to keep the survey free of the bias. This may result in the sample not being true representation of the entire market for air conditioners. which form only a part of the entire market. 68 .Market percentage of videocon air conditioners LIMITATIONS The study had the following limitation mainly in the survey work that was done. The survey was limited to few Managers. Managers in Guragon & Delhi. There may be bias introduced in a few interviews. 2. For example.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners CONCLUSION 1. Improvement in quality The company should try to position itself as a brand. The companies have always been looking forward to as it reaches its wider audience & can create a stronger brand appeal. 2. 69 . which is not only affordable but also provides good quality air conditioners to its customers. which will create brand loyalty in their minds. Also it can feature its one of its distinguishing service that makes it a foot ahead of its competitors for example Voltas has used “any time service” advertisements to make a strong brand image in the minds of the consumers. Brand Positioning Through Advertisement An advertisement in electronic medium is one of the popular medium. free passes for a film premiere or free installation services from the company on first come first served basis. The company can always announce various incentives & schemes during the commercials. Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Using a brand ambassador is another good idea to promote the brand name of air conditioner Managers For Manager of the company can resort to one of the following ways to increase the sales: 1. So the company should try to maintain and enhance this position by giving more value to the customers and offering special replacement schemes. 70 of these dealers about various Videocon . Also the company should make provisions regarding various financial schemes available to its customers. special off season discounts etc. Increase Customer`s margins & offer better schemes to these Customer to receive good promotional leverage. Provision of schemes & offers The company is well placed amongst its competitors as the survey results showed that it is best & most preferred air conditioner. 2. The company should conduct separate workshops for the sales representatives products. Wishwa Publication Kotler.R. Volume 66 Kothari. C.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners BIBLIOGRAPHY Books Consulted : “Journal of Marketing” April 2004.indiainfoline.google.com www. “Research Methodology”.com 71 .videoconworld.com www. Pearson Education (Singapore) Web Sites visited: www. Philip “Marketing Management” (2006).indiatimes. (2005).com www. Which according to you is most interesting feature in your preferred A/C ? Q4. Videocon Industries (a/c division) as a part of its ongoing Endeavour to constantly update and upgrade itself in line with the users valuable inputs & feedback.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Questionnaire Hello Sir/Madam. COMPANY NAME & ADDRESS Q1. which model do you prefer to buy & why ? Window Split Cassette Tower Q3. Which A/C do you prefer to buy for your office/home ? VIDEOCON LG DAIKAIN CARRIER Q2. please rate the following feature which affects your purchase ? Brand Noise Level Cost Looks Cooling Efficiency After Sales Service 72 . would like to know your response towards the new changed Videocon as. On the scale of 1 to 5. Do you like these changes ? Q10. Please rate the following brands on a scale of 1 to 5 ? VIDEOCON Brand image Product quality Service Backup Value for money Q7.Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Q6. Have you ever purchase/used Videocon A/C ? LG DAIKAIN CARRIER YES NO Q8. Which improvement would you suggest So as to make Videocon your 1st preferred A/C ? 73 . Have you noticed any recent changes in Videocon A/C ? Q9. Any other suggestion/Complaint/Comment on your previous Videocon purchase ? Contact Persons Name : Designation : Phone : ` Email : 74 .Market percentage of videocon air conditioners Q11.