Anandam's woodstove technology

Abstract

Subject area

Financial management, marketing management and entrepreneurship.

Study level/applicability

The case is suitable for undergraduate students.

Case overview

The case is based on the ingenuity of the chief protagonist of the case study, Anandam. Anandam had conceived a novel idea of using coconut shells and other biomass material as the fuel for running a woodstove. The case study has its settings in Kerala (India). A tentative business plan is being proposed through the case study, where the market analysis has been done, underscoring the product positioning, market segmentation, pricing and other relevant parameters. Further, the case also lays emphasis on the support provided by a local non-governmental organization, as an initial hand-holding measure.

Expected learning outcomes

The case study has been written for the purpose of students' appreciating the nuances of new technology/product launch in the market, given the existing competitors. This would help in understanding the 4 Ps better, and, raising a good platform for discussion in the classroom. A financial analysis aspect is also given, which would help students to draw an inter-disciplinary perspective vis-à-vis the case. The case may be extrapolated to other start-up ventures by entrepreneurs.

Supplementary materials

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Citation

Saxena, S. (2013), "Anandam's woodstove technology", , Vol. 3 No. 2. https://doi.org/10.1108/EEMCS-09-2012-0173