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Who founded Tupperware?
Who founded Tupperware?
- Earl Tupper (correct)
- Brownie Wise
- DuPont
- Sara Lee
What was Tupperware's main product when it was founded?
What was Tupperware's main product when it was founded?
- Plastic food storage containers (correct)
- Baby products
- Cosmetics
- Kitchen appliances
In which year did Tupperware start manufacturing its iconic products?
In which year did Tupperware start manufacturing its iconic products?
- 1946 (correct)
- 1998
- 1951
- 1938
What innovative sales method did Brownie Wise introduce?
What innovative sales method did Brownie Wise introduce?
What percentage of Tupperware's revenue in the mid-1990s came from international markets?
What percentage of Tupperware's revenue in the mid-1990s came from international markets?
Which of the following is NOT a Tupperware product category?
Which of the following is NOT a Tupperware product category?
What was a key reason for Tupperware's success in the 1950s?
What was a key reason for Tupperware's success in the 1950s?
Who primarily constituted Tupperware's sales force in its early years?
Who primarily constituted Tupperware's sales force in its early years?
What type of marketing system is Tupperware an early example of?
What type of marketing system is Tupperware an early example of?
Which company did Tupperware acquire in 2005?
Which company did Tupperware acquire in 2005?
What is the main feature of Tupperware's distribution system?
What is the main feature of Tupperware's distribution system?
How does Tupperware primarily promote its products?
How does Tupperware primarily promote its products?
What percentage of Tupperware's 2011 revenues came from Europe?
What percentage of Tupperware's 2011 revenues came from Europe?
What is a key challenge faced by Tupperware in emerging markets?
What is a key challenge faced by Tupperware in emerging markets?
What drove Tupperware's sales growth in the 1990s?
What drove Tupperware's sales growth in the 1990s?
In which decade did Tupperware expand into toys for child development?
In which decade did Tupperware expand into toys for child development?
How are Tupperware's independent consultants compensated?
How are Tupperware's independent consultants compensated?
Which country is NOT mentioned as a focus for Tupperware's international sales?
Which country is NOT mentioned as a focus for Tupperware's international sales?
What impact did the 1990s economic downturns have on Tupperware?
What impact did the 1990s economic downturns have on Tupperware?
What was Tupperware's revenue in 2011?
What was Tupperware's revenue in 2011?
How is Tupperware's distribution system characterized?
How is Tupperware's distribution system characterized?
What is the primary method of demonstrating Tupperware products?
What is the primary method of demonstrating Tupperware products?
How does Tupperware motivate its independent dealers?
How does Tupperware motivate its independent dealers?
What is a disadvantage of the direct selling model for Tupperware?
What is a disadvantage of the direct selling model for Tupperware?
How many levels does Tupperware's distribution structure have?
How many levels does Tupperware's distribution structure have?
What is the main social benefit of Tupperware's home parties?
What is the main social benefit of Tupperware's home parties?
What is a key advantage of Tupperware's direct selling model?
What is a key advantage of Tupperware's direct selling model?
What challenge do Tupperware hostesses face during home parties?
What challenge do Tupperware hostesses face during home parties?
What type of distribution system does Tupperware implement?
What type of distribution system does Tupperware implement?
What is a limitation of Tupperware's direct selling strategy?
What is a limitation of Tupperware's direct selling strategy?
Which demographic is Tupperware's main target audience?
Which demographic is Tupperware's main target audience?
What motivates managers in Tupperware's distribution hierarchy?
What motivates managers in Tupperware's distribution hierarchy?
What is a suggested improvement for Tupperware's future strategy?
What is a suggested improvement for Tupperware's future strategy?
Why should Tupperware consider online interaction for sales?
Why should Tupperware consider online interaction for sales?
What is one proposed criterion for evaluating market focus?
What is one proposed criterion for evaluating market focus?
How can Tupperware make its direct selling model more appealing?
How can Tupperware make its direct selling model more appealing?
What geographic regions were highlighted for declining sales?
What geographic regions were highlighted for declining sales?
What has been a historical focus of Tupperware's marketing efforts?
What has been a historical focus of Tupperware's marketing efforts?
What factor influences Tupperware's performance in emerging markets?
What factor influences Tupperware's performance in emerging markets?
How can Tupperware leverage social media for growth?
How can Tupperware leverage social media for growth?
Which feature differentiates Tupperware from competitors?
Which feature differentiates Tupperware from competitors?
What is a proposed method to attract new customers?
What is a proposed method to attract new customers?
What aspect of Tupperware's model makes it cost-efficient?
What aspect of Tupperware's model makes it cost-efficient?
What is a potential drawback of relying heavily on home parties?
What is a potential drawback of relying heavily on home parties?
What is a key element in Tupperware's revenue strategy?
What is a key element in Tupperware's revenue strategy?
What is a future opportunity for Tupperware in digital transformation?
What is a future opportunity for Tupperware in digital transformation?
Which company is a major competitor in beauty and personal care?
Which company is a major competitor in beauty and personal care?
What factor should be prioritized when choosing new market focus?
What factor should be prioritized when choosing new market focus?
How does Tupperware maintain its competitive edge?
How does Tupperware maintain its competitive edge?
What is a suggestion to make home parties more attractive?
What is a suggestion to make home parties more attractive?
What was New Balance's global sales ranking in 2004?
What was New Balance's global sales ranking in 2004?
In the U.S. market, what position did New Balance hold in terms of market share?
In the U.S. market, what position did New Balance hold in terms of market share?
Which key aspect differentiates New Balance's product offerings?
Which key aspect differentiates New Balance's product offerings?
What was a significant characteristic of New Balance's products?
What was a significant characteristic of New Balance's products?
Why did New Balance prioritize small, independent retailers?
Why did New Balance prioritize small, independent retailers?
New Balance's focus on manufacturing rather than marketing is best summarized by which phrase?
New Balance's focus on manufacturing rather than marketing is best summarized by which phrase?
What advantage does New Balance gain from private ownership?
What advantage does New Balance gain from private ownership?
What percentage of New Balance's manufacturing is conducted domestically?
What percentage of New Balance's manufacturing is conducted domestically?
Which products did New Balance manufacture offshore?
Which products did New Balance manufacture offshore?
What is one of the major costs New Balance incurs by keeping domestic manufacturing?
What is one of the major costs New Balance incurs by keeping domestic manufacturing?
One benefit of domestic manufacturing for New Balance is:
One benefit of domestic manufacturing for New Balance is:
Why does New Balance retain “Made in the USA” branding?
Why does New Balance retain “Made in the USA” branding?
The NB2E initiative aims to reduce:
The NB2E initiative aims to reduce:
How does NB2E plan to improve order delivery?
How does NB2E plan to improve order delivery?
What key strategy did New Balance adopt in relation to Asian suppliers?
What key strategy did New Balance adopt in relation to Asian suppliers?
New Balance's choice of independent sales agents provides which advantage?
New Balance's choice of independent sales agents provides which advantage?
How did New Balance use its sales force automation system?
How did New Balance use its sales force automation system?
New Balance's teamwork emphasis is reflected in:
New Balance's teamwork emphasis is reflected in:
New Balance's competitive position was challenged by:
New Balance's competitive position was challenged by:
What effect did the Adidas/Reebok merger have on New Balance's market position?
What effect did the Adidas/Reebok merger have on New Balance's market position?
How does higher market share benefit companies like Adidas?
How does higher market share benefit companies like Adidas?
What approach did New Balance choose in response to the Adidas/Reebok transaction?
What approach did New Balance choose in response to the Adidas/Reebok transaction?
NB2E's goal for delivery time is:
NB2E's goal for delivery time is:
What was one obstacle New Balance faced in implementing NB2E?
What was one obstacle New Balance faced in implementing NB2E?
New Balance's domestic factories aimed to reach a lead time of:
New Balance's domestic factories aimed to reach a lead time of:
Flashcards
Tupperware Founder
Tupperware Founder
Earl Tupper founded Tupperware.
Tupperware Initial Product
Tupperware Initial Product
Tupperware's initial product was plastic food storage containers.
Tupperware Founding Year
Tupperware Founding Year
Tupperware started manufacturing in 1946.
Tupperware Sales Method
Tupperware Sales Method
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Tupperware International Revenue (mid-1990s)
Tupperware International Revenue (mid-1990s)
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Tupperware Non-Product Category
Tupperware Non-Product Category
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Tupperware Success Factor (1950s)
Tupperware Success Factor (1950s)
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Tupperware Early Sales Force
Tupperware Early Sales Force
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Tupperware Marketing System
Tupperware Marketing System
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Tupperware Acquisition (2005)
Tupperware Acquisition (2005)
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Tupperware Distribution System
Tupperware Distribution System
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Tupperware Promotion Method
Tupperware Promotion Method
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Tupperware 2011 European Revenue
Tupperware 2011 European Revenue
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Tupperware 2011 Revenue
Tupperware 2011 Revenue
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Study Notes
Tupperware Quiz - Case Study Notes
- Founding: Earl Tupper founded Tupperware.
- Initial Product: Plastic food storage containers.
- Manufacturing Start: 1946.
- Innovative Sales Method: Home parties.
- International Revenue (mid-1990s): 85%.
- Non-Tupperware Product Category: Luxury jewelry.
- 1950s Success Factor: Recruitment of independent consultants.
- Early Sales Force: Women.
- Marketing System Example: Direct marketing.
Tupperware Quiz - Case Study Notes (Continued)
- 2005 Acquisition: Sara Lee.
- Distribution System Feature: Direct selling.
- Main Promotion Method: Home parties.
- 2011 European Revenue: 33%.
- Emerging Market Challenge: Low-quality competitors.
- 1990s Sales Growth Driver: Product introductions.
- Consultant Compensation: Monthly salaries and commission.
- Focus for International Sales: Not mentioned as Brazil.
Tupperware Quiz - Case Study Notes (Continued)
- 1990s Economic Downturn Impact: Sales decline in Far East and Latin America.
- 2011 Revenue: $2,585 million.
- Distribution System Characteristics: Retail-focused and direct selling.
- Product Demonstration Method: Home parties.
- Dealer Motivation: Commissions and bonuses.
- Distribution Structure Level: 3.
Tupperware Quiz - Case Study Questions
- Multiple choice questions related to Tupperware's history, products, marketing, and sales.
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Test your knowledge on the history and business strategies of Tupperware. This quiz covers key milestones, marketing methods, and challenges faced by the company from its founding to the 2000s. Discover how Tupperware revolutionized direct selling and its impact on the market.
