An Analysis of Cadbury Company, 2023 Case Study
Key Learning Outcomes
By the end of the case, students should be able to:
- Understand the history, vision, and values of Cadbury Dairy Milk, and how they have shaped its product development, marketing strategies, and social responsibility initiatives.
- Use strategic tools such as PESTLE, SWOT, Porters Five Forces, and VRIO to analyze Cadbury Dairy Milk's strategic position in the market and strategize on how to strengthen it
- Identify the best practices, innovations, and recommendations for Cadbury Dairy Milk to maintain its market leadership, customer loyalty, and brand reputation in the coming years.
1.0 INTRODUCTION
Founded in 1824, Cadbury is a British Multinational confectionery company, it is the most popular chocolate bar in the world. It is curently owned by Mondelēz International. Cadbury is now available in more than 150 countries and it has operations in approximately 80 countries its main markets are USA, Australia, and India. The company expanded its product range and became one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world. Cadbury has a long history of innovation and social responsibility and is committed to creating quality products that delight consumers. As of 2022, the company’s revenue was $31.5 billion and it was considered one of the world’s largest snack companies in the world.
This report will provide a general overview of the company, covering its origins, business model, strategy, key performance indicators, and corporate governance. The report will also highlight some of the challenges and opportunities that the company faces in the current market environment. For decades, the confectionery giant has maintained its leading position in the market by adhering to a clear and coherent strategy that has enabled it to navigate through various difficulties and obstacles.
The company has always focused on delivering high-quality products that meet the needs and preferences of its customers, while also investing in innovation and sustainability. The confectionery giant has also leveraged its strong brand reputation and loyal customer base to expand its presence in new markets and segments.
By following this strategy, the company has been able to achieve consistent growth and profitability, despite facing fierce competition and changing consumer trends. Using frameworks such as PESTLE, SWOT, Porters Five Forces, VRIO, and generic competitive strategies, the report will undertake a strategic overview of Cadbury including its financial performance, competitive microenvironment, competitive advantage, technological improvement, pricing strategy, and many others
Key questions attempted include; what are the strengths and weaknesses of Cadbury Company? What are the challenges faced by Cadbury company? What are the opportunities of Cadbury?