Reference No: BP0209Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: Although Ace Industries Ltd. (AIL) is a 25 year old company, its chief executive is considering its rejuvenation through the implementation of the JIT (Just in Time) mode of management. A team of management students has carried out a preliminary JIT audit of AIL and presented its findings to the chief ... More
Reference No: BP0231Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: Sheetal Air Cooler is an innovative product with high technical and aesthetic features introduced in the Indian market in the late eighties. The case narrates problems and dilemmas faced by the entrepreneur to the initial stages of the life of the enterprise in the context of marketing. Starting with a ... More
Reference No: OB0204(B)Pages: 37Published on: 19, August, 2008
Abstract: In May 2005, the Wilh Wilhelmsen (WW) group took the decision of acquiring Unitor. The price was settled at 73.5 NOK. Despite obvious complementarity, it wasn't an easy decision. The acquisition had posed major challenges due to diversity in geographies, systems, products and markets. It was anticipated that this move would, mainly, ... More
Reference No: CMA0174Pages: 12Published on: 29, July, 1969
Abstract: The case is intended to develop an appreciation of communication behavioural factors having relevance to customer acceptance of multi-nutrient fertilizers in a village in Gujarat. ... More
Reference No: BP0289Pages: 39Published on: 23, January, 2003
Abstract: This case describes the steps taken by the top management of Cosmo Films Limited, a company in the business of packing films, to turnaround the company. It provides an opportunity to develop an integrated scheme for evaluating the turnaround of Cosmo Films Limited. The company had been losing around Rs. ... More
Reference No: CIIE0009Pages: 14Published on: 6, November, 2017
Abstract: Ujwal Kalra founded Memorable Shaadi in 2014 while awaiting admission to the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad. The startup offered services connecting clients and vendors in the Indian wedding industry. The case elaborates Ujwal’s journey as an entrepreneur and the choices he made including hiring a co-founder and working remotely ... More
Reference No: BP0132Pages: 26Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The case describes how Shri Mahila Griha Udyog Lijjat Papad, a registered society, functions as a successful organization blending a unique philosophy and a set of policies in various areas that are consistent among themselves and with the environment. The case raises issues on the need for changes with growth ... More
Reference No: BP0327Pages: 6Published on: 7, May, 2009
Abstract: SAATH is an Ahmedabad based NGO that works for the benefit of slum dwellers. Over the years, it has been able to develop programmes that have brought changes in the lives of its beneficiaries. It stands different from other NGOs in terms of its approach to its programmes. All its ... More
Reference No: ECO0080Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1968
Abstract: The case represented the emergence of the modern business in the context of changing environment .It also illustrates on one hand the impact of education in business activities and on the other the futility of the popularly held view that caste presented people from going to business ... More
Reference No: ECO0022Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: This case an interview account of an industrialist belonging to the cotton textiles industry giving on account of his strength and weaknesses. This case, together with "Kasturbhai lalbhai and the Cotton Textiles industry" is used for the purpose of familiarizing the student with the variety of factors responsible for the ... More
Reference No: MAR0343Pages: 13Published on: 21, September, 2001
Abstract: This case describes the Marketing Manager's decision dilemma in developing a value proposition, and communication strategy for a new fabric wash product. The manager has to evaluate the pros and cons of all communication options in context of a line-extension strategy that, interestingly, is in the form of a new ... More