Month: March 2018

Indian Cement Industry Set To Grow

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The one Indian industry which is set for growth over the coming years is the Cement Industry. The worlds second largest cement producer (after China) reached its total installed capacity to 231 million tones after adding 11 million tones of capacity during the first half of 2009.

The main characteristics of this industry is that it is highly fragmented, cyclical and highly capital intensive. There are around 125 large and 300 small cement plants. Some of the leading cement manufacturers are UltraTech/Grasim combine, Dalmia Cements, India Cements and Holcim. Returns depend on the vibrancy of the economy as a whole as it directly affects the sales realization and capacity utilization.

The industry is heavily dependent on 3 sectors; coal, power and transport. Energy and freight are the two major cost components. Over the last few years, while the proportion of energy cost has increased marginally, freight costs have declined.

Increasing government expenditure on infrastructure sector and rising demand for commercial and residential real estate development has resulted in higher demand for cement in the country. According to a report by the ICRA Industry Monitor, the installed cement capacity is expected to increase to 241 million tones per annum by the end of 2010. It also expects that driven by higher domestic demand and increasing utilization, India’s cement industry may record an annual growth of 10% over the coming years.

Taking cue of the global economic slowdown which was affecting cement companies in India last year, Governments initiative to re-impose counter-veiling duty and special counter-veiling duty this year will help provide a level playing field for domestic players. Moreover, it also appointed a coal regulator to facilitate timely and proper allocation of coal blocks to the important sectors like cement. As coal is one of the prime raw material used in cement production, this seems to be a positive move.

Growth potential of cement industry can be judged by the fact that the per capita cement consumption (156 kg) in India is still well below the global average consumption (396 kg). This gap can be expected to be covered in the coming years. Besides, housing sector accounts for almost 50% of the total cement consumption in the country and the large young population will ensure that the demand for infrastructure stays put.

The rising cost of energy, transportation raw material continues to pressure the industry as a whole. To sustain profitability, companies will have to explore alternate source of energy while at the same time enhance their operational efficiency.

Industry experts opine that the cement industries should now increase their focus on investing adequately in developing human resources that will be capable enough to address the professional needs of construction industry including advanced technologies and construction practices, project management construction and litigation.

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Male Fitness Modeling Working Out in the Industry

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Male Fitness Modeling Working Out in the Industry

Male modeling is becoming an increasingly competitive business as attitudes change and more and more men are looking to break into the industry. One of the most important niche fields of the male modeling industry that is gaining ground and that you can get into is the area of fitness models an area very different from male modeling in other areas.

When most people think about the male modeling industry, they think about high-end fashions, about clothing, and about women. In talking about male models, people usually think you mean skinny, slightly androgynous men who wear the latest fashions out of Europe, however for male fitness models, its an entirely different genre.

Male modeling agencies that specialize in fitness models are looking for an entirely different body type than the guys who walk the runway this slice of the modeling industry wants to see not just you, not just your handsome face, but your muscles.

Modeling jobs in the fitness modeling industry don’t always go to the guy who’s the buffest, or the one who has the best abs, but if you’re looking to get your start in the modeling industry, there are a few things that you need to understand. First, it’s important to realize that modeling gigs in this part of the industry are much more concerned about the body as a whole than their counterparts in the mainstream fashion modeling industry. This means that getting a tight, toned body with great abs and good muscle symmetry is key huge pecs and skinny arms won’t land you a job, and neither will a flat stomach that doesnt have defined abs. Your face is important too you can’t neglect it in favor of your body, but it isn’t the only thing that the photographer is going to care about. Male models in this industry are paid to show off their muscles often in shorts or underwear and they need to be a total body package.

If you’re looking to get a start in the fitness modeling industry, you need to think about what kind of company you want to work for, have what it takes and if you’re up for the challenge. Body building is a huge part of the fitness side of male modeling, and while you don’t need to be Mr. Universe, you will need to take the time to eat right and focus on your muscle development and definition.

If you’re up to the challenge, stop by BLEEP models and send us some shots of yourself and take the first step of your male modeling career.

Prestolite Meet For Upgradation- Battery Industry

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The Indian automobile industries as well as the industry related businesses are experiencing unprecedented growth. Associated sectors of the automotive industry are also developing and growing in a manner where they are forming independent competitive markets and recognized industries by themselves. The battery industry is one of the leading sectors in this respect. While, in the past, the battery industry was essentially an ancillary of the automotive industry, today, the battery industry has become a full-fledged industry sector on its own.
Exide technologies continue to be the world-leader in the battery industries. It is one of the biggest producers, distributors, and recyclers in the field of lead-acid cells, and sells them in over 80 countries. The Prestolite brand of batteries is a part of Exide technology launched by Tudor India in 1997.

In Gujarat, Tudor India arranged a meeting of its dealers and distributors at La Meridien Hotel for this purpose. The meeting, held on 17th November was attended by Mr. Ken Honge, the Vice President of Exide, the company’s Sales Director, Mr. Jasbir Mata, and Marketing Manager, Mr. Rahul Sagre among others. The meet discussed the present situation of the battery industry and shared the future planning of the company with its dealers and distributors.
The meeting was opened with the speech of Mr. Harish Gandhi, the Regional Sales Manager for Gujarat, who introduced Mr. Ken Honge, and welcomed the participants. After the introductory speech, the thread was picked up by Mr. Rahul Sagre, who gave an in-depth briefing of Exide company’s present status and future vision to the distributors.

Mr. Jasbir Mata told the distributors that more aggressive marketing was needed on their part so that Prestolite could maintain its market lead and expand to new territories. He stressed upon the need of after-sales service and customer service.

The general industry perception is that while the automotive industry, as a whole, has well-recovered from the effects of the global economic depression and has returned to the fast-track, the lead-acid battery sector has fallen behind and is yet to catch up to the pace of recovery. It is principally to address this anomaly that the Vice President of Exide Technology, Mr. Ken Honge visited India on a business research tour.

Mr. Mata was of the opinion that with the strong brand leads the distributors enjoyed with Prestolite, and with the global leading position of Exide technologies to back them, the distributors were in a sound position to accelerate growth and forge ahead of competition. Mr. Ken Honge shared the history of Exide Technologies and provided information on new technologies in lead-acid batteries. He stressed on the importance of India as a growing economy and one of the fastest developing markets of the world. He stressed that without proactive steps taken by the distributors it would be difficult to experience the desired brand growth in a dynamic economy like India.

Important Attributes Of A Food Industry Web Design

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This is a proven fact that website is the biggest and the most prominent representation of an organization. Target market measures the strength of an organizations corporate calibre by evaluating the quality and standard of its website. The importance of a web design has increased tremendously because it is now no more just a source of acquiring information but it also serves a platform for making sales.

This advancement has made it more important for web designs to be compelling in order to attract the target customers. With the start of online trade, it has become more essential and crucial for organizations to gain the trust of their customers and this requires transparency to be reflected through all activities taking place at website.

Food Industry is one of the most lucrative industries in the world. There is a lot of scope to excel and its target market is huge. Whether someone owns a restaurant or is a retailer for food items, an appropriate web design can do wonders for his/her business. Do you know what this appropriate web design refers to? What are those attributes that must be part of a food industry website? If not then this article will surely be worth reading.

Unique Representation

As discussed earlier that web design is surely a representation of an organization but it can only boost the business if it is unique and captivating. Almost every organization holds similar targets to be achieved through their website but then why only few of the organizations are able to reap its benefits? Have you ever pondered over this point? The simplest answer is their different and innovative approach. Their web design and its content magnify the importance of their products or services for their target audience which brings them more and more customers.

There are organizations which use images that are there for ages and people have already seen them at one place or the other. This affects the quality of their web design but reputed organizations place innovative and creative images of fruits, vegetables or other food items to help attract and entice their target market.

Highlight Your Business Vision

Your business vision is not just a statement to be written or mentioned at your website rather it is the driving force for your growth and prosperity. Successful organizations streamline their work processes and strategies in light of their vision and goals. Thus, vision must not be restricted to only two to three lines at the website. It must be elaborated to let customers get an authentic image of an organizations corporate stature.

Suppose your business vision is to ensure hygiene in all your products and you have also adopted such procedures that help you accomplish your vision then this must be highlighted at your web design. This will provide your customers with a confidence that they have chosen a brand that ensures health and cares for them. Thus, youll be able to gain the trust of your customers with ease.
Food is all about temptation and enticement therefore a food industry web design should be able to induce both these emotions.

The UK Foodservice Industry Outlook to 2010 Buyer Spend and Procurement Strategies and the Impact

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Summary

-UK Foodservice Industry Outlook to 2010- is a new report in association with ICD Research that analyzes how profit and cost foodservice operator and caterer companies spend, procurement strategies & practices and business are being affected by the recession. In an uncertain economic climate this report gives you access to the category-level spending outlooks, buyer budgets, supplier selection criteria, business challenges and investment opportunities of leading purchase decision makers. The report also identifies buyers and suppliers future growth, M&A and investment expectations. The research is based on an extensive survey of senior and C-level industry executives from our market leading panels.

Scope

– The opinions and forward looking statements of over 300 industry executives have been captured in our in-depth survey, of which over 90% represent Owner or C-level, Directorial & Managerial respondents – This report covers data and analysis on buyer spend, procurement and industry developments by foodservice owners, operators, caterers, wholesalers and suppliers across the UK – The report examines current practices and provides future expectations over the next 12-24 months – The research is based on primary survey research conducted by Global Markets Direct in association with ICD Research accessing its B2B panels comprised of senior purchase decision makers and leading supplier organizations – Key topics covered include buyer spend activity, procurement behaviors & strategies and how these have been affected by the recession, threats & opportunities for the foodservice industry, economic outlook and business confidence. – In the report buyers identify what suppliers need to do to maintain their business and the key actions being taken by industry players to overcome the leading business threats – The report provides qualitative analysis of the key industry threats and opportunities and contains full survey results – The geographical scope of the research is UK-wide – drawing on the activity and expectations of leading industry players across the UK

Highlights

– In a positive statement for the UK foodservice industry 56% of foodservice owners/operators expect to increase their procurement spending over the next 12 months – 29% of industry buyers are seeking to engage in partnerships to optimize working capital and reduce costs – closer cooperation between suppliers and buyers is being sought during this time of market uncertainty – Only 9% of industry buyers do not regularly evaluate suppliers to ensure they meet high ethical and environmental standards

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