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Study On The Psychological Mindset of The Dealers and Its Impact With Reference To TheCement Industry
Study On The Psychological Mindset of The Dealers and Its Impact With Reference To TheCement Industry
Study On The Psychological Mindset of The Dealers and Its Impact With Reference To TheCement Industry
ISSN No:-2456-2165
Abstract:- India's cement industry is a pivotal recommendations to the company's management on how to
contributor to the country's economy, offering improve their relationship with the dealers, and address any
substantial employment prospects to a large section of psychological barriers that may be hindering their
the populace, both directly and indirectly. As India cooperation and collaboration.
strives to keep pace with the increasing competition from
prominent foreign players such as Lafarge-Holcim, The role of a dealer in commercial transactions
Heidelberg Cement, and Vicat, the industry has immense involves more than just buying and selling products. Dealers
potential for growth and development, particularly in the play a crucial role as intermediaries between manufacturers
realm of infrastructure and construction. This study and consumers, and they rely heavily on their knowledge of
delves into the various factors that influence dealers' the market and their psychological mindset to push products
ability to maintain a competitive edge, examining the role through the channels. While manufacturers cannot sell all
of psychological mindsets and perceptions regarding their products directly to consumers, dealers help to market
companies and other industry-related factors in shaping the products and connect with customers. Therefore, dealers
dealers' decision-making processes and sales strategies. are not just buyers and sellers but also psychological
The study was conducted to understand the dealer marketers who understand the needs and preferences of
psychological mindset in Bangalore with reference to consumers, and use this knowledge to effectively promote
Bharati cements in particular. products. They couldbe wholesalers, retailers, distributors, or
agents, who add value to the product and make it more
Keywords:- Dealers, Psychological Mindset, Cement, Sales, accessible to the end consumer.
Decision Making.
Psychology is the scientific study of human behaviour
I. INTRODUCTION and mental processes. It seeks to understand how people
think, feel, and behave in different situations and contexts.
The study aims to explore the psychological factors that
influence dealers of Bharathi Cements to engage in business The psychological mindset of dealers in the cement
transactions with the company. It seeks to uncover dealers' industry is shaped by a range of factors, including market
perceptions and attitudes towards the quality of the competition, customer demands, and economic fluctuations.
company's products, as well as the efficiency and Dealers must have a deep understanding of the market and
effectiveness of the distribution and services provided. stay informed about changes in supply and demand. They
Additionally, the study will provide insights and need to be skilled negotiators and able to manage
Chart 4 Showing Classification of Problem Faced in the Chart 5 Showing Classification on the Basics of Quality,
Purchase and Delivery of Cement Price and Dealer's Scheme
Table 9 Showing Classification of Incentive Schemes Reason being: The awareness created by Bharathi
Category No of respondents Percentage Cement through marketing is less as compared to the
Very good 7 28% other brands.
good 9 36%
Satisfied 8 32%
Poor 1 4%
Total 25 100%
Source: Primary Data