Reference No: CMA0756Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1996
Abstract: The case reflects on the problems of a large tomato paste plant in the raw material procurement from contract growers. The company is confronted with the constraints of international tomato paste price and high domestic prices of tomato due to demand supply gap. The focus is to develop a strategy ... More
Reference No: CMA0747Pages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1996
Abstract: This case describes the functioning of a cooperative which has undertaken potato seed marketing for its members. It helps the member growers in quality seed production. The relevant issues are the reasons for success of this cooperative and whether such a success is achievable for other seeds, whether the experience ... More
Reference No: MAR0308Pages: 37Published on: 21, November, 1995
Abstract: The Ahmedabad Women's Action Group (AWAG) is an organization that aims to raise the image of women in society and protect their right to live with dignity. An income generation unit-AWAG-EKTA was set up with the sole objective of making women financially independent. It produced readymade dresses and faced problems ... More
Reference No: IMG0011Pages: 15 Published on: 27, October, 1995
Abstract: This case is designed to illustrate two issues: strategic alliances, and organizing for global business. It describes the experiences of an executive changed with leading a large US company into India. The focus is on the process of searching for a partners, developing strategic plan and finally, the intend ?sale' ... More
Reference No: IMG0010Pages: 3Published on: 29, May, 1995
Abstract: This case illustrates the decision problems facing a garment exporter when exchange rates change drastically. The intent of the case is to highlight the concept of real risk versus nominal risk. The case also aims to get students to realize that management decision depend on underlying realities, not purely exchenge ... More
Reference No: IMG0007Pages: 20Published on: 13, March, 1995
Abstract: This case documents the forces driving the international strategy of Hindustan Lever Limited. It is intended to raise issues of sustainable competitive advantage, as well as issues of managing a portfolio of international and domestic businesses. ... More
Reference No: BP0233Pages: 22Published on: 10, March, 1995
Abstract: The case provides industry data on pesticides which can be used to do competitor analysis of the industry. It also covers the origin and early stage operations of a small scale pesticides manufacturing unit. The case can be used to make industry structure analysis and formulation of strategy for newly ... More
Reference No: MAR0303(B)Pages: 10Published on: 14, December, 1994
Abstract: The case is a continuation of Indian Products Limited (A): Plan for Data Analysis. It describes the process of data preparation, including preparation of the codebook, and proposed data analysis plan for achieving the objectives of the research described in case (A). The objectives were to assess whether an opportunity ... More
Reference No: BP0232Pages: 10Published on: 6, July, 1994
Abstract: The case discusses the humble beginnings of Transelektra Domestic Products Limited which has introduced brand names such as Goodknight Mosquito Repellers, Snaggy Diapers, and Hit Aerosol Insecticides. The case narrates the painful experience of its promoter in setting up the company and the subsequent innovative strategies followed in developing the ... More