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Authors: Mohan, Manendra;

Reference No: MAR0215(C) Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: The case presents a typical situation in consumer durables marketing, highly competitive market, and extremly price conscious consumers. Product differentiation is not particularly evident. The Divisional Manager of Gujarat Industrial Distributors, who has a great deal of autonomy in developing the market strategy for the region for which he is ... More

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Authors: Patel, Nitin R; Anantaram, B;

Reference No: QM0157 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: This case is intended to illustrate the complexities of purchasing a commodity in a market with sizeable fluctuations. ... More

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Authors: Misra, D N; Bhatt, Anil;

Reference No: BP0166 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: Discusses the gap between the prescribed structures and the actual processes taking place in a government undertaking, and the styles adopted by the principal actors to respond to this anomaly. Also raises questions about the consequences of such a gap for the individuals concerned and the system of government corporation. ... More

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Authors: Mehta, S C; Thomas, Philip S; Maslekar, A R;

Reference No: CMA0508 Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: The new managing director of a recently formed state government undertaking is interested in developing a suitable marketing strategy for the disposal of timru leaves, a product widely used as the wrapper for beedis. Problems encountered include poor leaf quality, lack of market information, inadequate warehouse facilities, etc. A tentative ... More

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Authors: Khurana, Rakesh; Parekh, Jayshree;

Reference No: MAR0251 Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: This case deals with the situation where the company is contemplating change in its distribution structure. At present, the company is distributing drilling rigs through Greaves Cotton. The chairman feels that Greaves Cotton is performing only a minor role and, hence, is thinking of shifting over to the company's own ... More

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Authors: Parekh, Jayshree; Khurana, Rakesh;

Reference No: MAR0207(A) Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: The case concerns the positioning of a new micro computer. The problem is where to position the new computer in the existing range of computers. ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K; Rao, T V;

Reference No: OB0039 Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1979

Abstract: This case describes the organizational structure and processes in a state handloom corporation as in existence at the end of two years of operations. The evolutionary process in crystallizing the structure and the apparently flexible style of the managing director are highlighted. Students are expected to evaluate the existing systems ... More

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