Description
SWOT ANALYSIS OF PERNOD RICARD
Pernod Ricard
Parent Company
Pernod Ricard
Category
Beverages
Sector
Food and Beverages
Tagline/ Slogan
Créateurs de convivialité
USP
Pernod Ricard is a French company that produces distilled beverages. STP
Segment
Premium beverage segment
Its product portfolio contains drinks that cater to the needs of all Target Group types of premium drinks consumers.
The company's eponymous products, Pernod Anise and Ricard Pastis, are both anise-flavored liqueurs and are often referred to simply as Positioning Pernod or Ricard.
SWOT Analysis
1. With leading brands in each category, Pernod Ricard holds one of the most comprehensive and Premium portfolios in the industry including ABSOLUT, Ricard anise and Scotch whiskies led by Chivas Regal, as well as Ballantine’s among others. 2. Pernod Ricard is now a major player in mature markets, and in recent years has become the industry leader in Asia, holding the leading position in China and India. 3. As a recognized brand-builder, Pernod Ricard understands the Strength importance of innovation as a driver of growth. From product extensions to new digital media and event planning, innovation is not
limited to marketing—it infiltrates every area in the company. 4. It is a flexible and a responsive organization that guarantees the best understanding of the specifics of each market and the expectations of its consumers. 5. For several decades, the Group has been committed to a policy of social responsibility. 6. Excellent manufacturing facilities established worldwide. 7. Excellent advertising and branding of sub-brands
1. The main weakness of the organization lies in the fact that the consumers are not totally aware of all its brands. 2. Overly restrictive with regards to distributors. Weakness 3. It is not present in the beer segment.
1. Expansion into new markets and segments (Russia and the Baltic states). 2. Expand product line – for new areas and to accommodate changes in taste and preference. 3. Ability to transfer skill to new business units domestically and internationally. 4. Integration forwards and backward. 5. Great opportunity for the organization to grab a strong hold on the upcoming whole new generation of drinkers and get a virtual firstmover advantage in emerging economies Opportunity 6. Reduction in the price sensitive attitude of the consumers.
1. Tax regulations on the liquor industry. 2. Declining segments within the domestic market. 3. Slowed industry growth rate. 4. Legal issues dealing with underage drinking – retailer’s license may be revoked or suspended. 5. There is a very fierce competition in the Indian liquor industry. 6. Heavier duties on all the alcoholic beverages.. Threats 7. Consumer health concern (switching to non-alcoholic beverages). Competition
1. United Spirits Ltd. 2. Diageo Competitors 3. Whyte and Mackay Ltd
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SWOT ANALYSIS OF PERNOD RICARD
Pernod Ricard
Parent Company
Pernod Ricard
Category
Beverages
Sector
Food and Beverages
Tagline/ Slogan
Créateurs de convivialité
USP
Pernod Ricard is a French company that produces distilled beverages. STP
Segment
Premium beverage segment
Its product portfolio contains drinks that cater to the needs of all Target Group types of premium drinks consumers.
The company's eponymous products, Pernod Anise and Ricard Pastis, are both anise-flavored liqueurs and are often referred to simply as Positioning Pernod or Ricard.
SWOT Analysis
1. With leading brands in each category, Pernod Ricard holds one of the most comprehensive and Premium portfolios in the industry including ABSOLUT, Ricard anise and Scotch whiskies led by Chivas Regal, as well as Ballantine’s among others. 2. Pernod Ricard is now a major player in mature markets, and in recent years has become the industry leader in Asia, holding the leading position in China and India. 3. As a recognized brand-builder, Pernod Ricard understands the Strength importance of innovation as a driver of growth. From product extensions to new digital media and event planning, innovation is not
limited to marketing—it infiltrates every area in the company. 4. It is a flexible and a responsive organization that guarantees the best understanding of the specifics of each market and the expectations of its consumers. 5. For several decades, the Group has been committed to a policy of social responsibility. 6. Excellent manufacturing facilities established worldwide. 7. Excellent advertising and branding of sub-brands
1. The main weakness of the organization lies in the fact that the consumers are not totally aware of all its brands. 2. Overly restrictive with regards to distributors. Weakness 3. It is not present in the beer segment.
1. Expansion into new markets and segments (Russia and the Baltic states). 2. Expand product line – for new areas and to accommodate changes in taste and preference. 3. Ability to transfer skill to new business units domestically and internationally. 4. Integration forwards and backward. 5. Great opportunity for the organization to grab a strong hold on the upcoming whole new generation of drinkers and get a virtual firstmover advantage in emerging economies Opportunity 6. Reduction in the price sensitive attitude of the consumers.
1. Tax regulations on the liquor industry. 2. Declining segments within the domestic market. 3. Slowed industry growth rate. 4. Legal issues dealing with underage drinking – retailer’s license may be revoked or suspended. 5. There is a very fierce competition in the Indian liquor industry. 6. Heavier duties on all the alcoholic beverages.. Threats 7. Consumer health concern (switching to non-alcoholic beverages). Competition
1. United Spirits Ltd. 2. Diageo Competitors 3. Whyte and Mackay Ltd
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