Case Title Market Development At Iridium
Case Author(s) Raj Kumar           
University T. A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), Manipal, India
Abstract Iridium is a unique global communication telephony service. Based on 66 satellites positioned to cover every inch of the globe, this massive project was considered a technological marvel of its times. This system enabled communication from anywhere to anywhere in the globe. The Indian subsidiary is faced with the task of developing a market for Iridium's services in India and locking its customers before competition comes in. The case describes the current thinking in Iridium. Three price packages offered by Iridium are also given. This case can be used to discuss the importance of market research before product launch and the problems therein.
Available In MIP Case Collection
Publisher T. A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), Manipal, India
Publisher Case No. 1997-99-27
Distributor(s) T. A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), Manipal, India               
Pub/Rev Date 04/01/1999
ISBN
Case Length 5
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Issues Services Marketing, Exploratory Market Research
Organisation(s)        
Countries India
Industry Telecommunications
Period Covered 1997-1999
Level Postgraduate