Case | HBS Case Collection | 2003 (Revised from original 2003 version)

VendQuest (A): The Business Idea

by Dwight B. Crane and David Foster
 

Abstract

A potential founder of a company is considering whether to start up a new enterprise that would link parts distributors with customers in the construction industries via the Internet. This case describes the industry and the potential advantages to distributors and customers.

Keywords: Business Startups; Corporate Strategy; Business Model; Distribution; Corporate Entrepreneurship; Internet; Online Technology; Business Plan; Customer Relationship Management; Business Ventures; Construction Industry;

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Citation:

Crane, Dwight B., and David Foster. "VendQuest (A): The Business Idea." Harvard Business School Case 203-065, May 2003. (Revised from original January 2003 version.)

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    VendQuest (B): Building the Management Team

    Dwight B. Crane and David Foster

    Supplements the (A) case.

    Keywords: Construction Industry;

    Citation:

    Crane, Dwight B., and David Foster. "VendQuest (B): Building the Management Team." Harvard Business School Case 203-066, May 2003. (Revised from original January 2003 version.)
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    VendQuest (C): Financing the Company

    Dwight B. Crane and David Foster

    Supplements the (A) case.

    Keywords: Construction Industry;

    Citation:

    Crane, Dwight B., and David Foster. "VendQuest (C): Financing the Company." Harvard Business School Case 203-067, May 2003. (Revised from original January 2003 version.)
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