Publications
Publications
- October 1993 (Revised February 1995)
- HBS Case Collection
Dendrite International
By: Frank V. Cespedes and Marie Bell
Abstract
Dendrite International is a $23 million (1992 revenues) supplier of sales automation software to pharmaceuticals companies in Europe, Japan, and the United States. The firm's strategy has depended on being a full-service supplier to multinational firms. Impending changes in the pharmaceuticals industry, as well as technological and competitive developments, have raised issues concerning the best means of future growth and accompanying account-management procedures.
Keywords
Accounting Audits; Cost vs Benefits; Forecasting and Prediction; Marketing Strategy; Risk and Uncertainty; Sales; Competitive Advantage; Information Technology Industry; Japan; Europe; United States
Citation
Cespedes, Frank V., and Marie Bell. "Dendrite International." Harvard Business School Case 594-048, October 1993. (Revised February 1995.)