Reference No: MAR0174Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: When Vicks Vaporub was introduced, a few similar balms were already well entrenched in the Indian market. It was now up to Richardson Hindustan Limited to position Vicks in such a way that the consumers perceived it as different, from the other multipurpose balms. Vicks Vaporub was given a specific ... More
Reference No: F&A0281(A)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: PPIL is engaged in activities ranging from pure consultancy to total turnkey projects in high-technology fields, most of them of a pioneering nature. Case (A) describes how, faced with the various problems related to the high degree of diversity in the nature of projects and their geographical dispersion, the need ... More
Reference No: BP0087(A)Pages: 26Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case describes the setting up Steel Authority of India Limited as a holding company for steel and associated input industries. It contrasts the various forms of organizations for government administration of indusry - joint stock company form, departmental undertaking, and the statutory corporation. ... More
Reference No: F&A0263(C)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The phenomenal expansion of SBI in terms of the number of branches, their geographical dispersion, and the areas of activities, necessitated a study of the organizational objectives and structure. The study broadly defined the objectives of the bank, profit, market penetration, and position of leadership in the market. To ensure ... More
Reference No: BP0076(A)Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Sets out the organizational arrangements in the Indian Airlines prevailing in 1968 71, and describes: a) the historical evolution of the corporation, b) relevant parts of the Air Corporation Act to indicate the governmental framework within which the organization operates, c) the organizational structure, and d) parts of the personnel policies. ... More
Reference No: MAR0144(G)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case highlights the problems being faced by the company regarding its channels of distribution, especially the wholesalers. The alternatives being considered by the management to bring the wholesalers in line are presented, as also the details of the company's marketing strategy. The alternatives are to be evaluated in light ... More
Reference No: MAR0173(A)Pages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Dunlop needed a much more distinctive and powerful advertising campaign in 1967 to give its highway tyres an advantageous competitive position in a crowded truck and bus tyre market. In the search for its unique qualities, as against claims of the competitors, Dunlop asked its agency to find out the importance ... More
Reference No: BP0081(D)Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Describes an attempt at worker participation in management at Punjab National Bank. It describes how the chief executive went about getting the acceptance of the employees and officers unions to the concept of worker participation. The case highlights the different attitudes of various people towards participation, and the problem of ... More
Reference No: MAR0154(A)Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: A large consumer products company, which relies on direct distribution to the retail level, is concerned about the selling skills of its sales force in a competitive environment. Sales training in the form of short refresher courses is being proposed to upgrade selling skills. ... More
Reference No: F&A0290Pages: 35Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Describes the accounting adjustments made by the management that is subsequently audited and found to be without any operational basis. The auditors allege that sales have been inflated, adjustments have been made in receivables and inventories, and profit figures increased. This happens when the profit and loss account is to ... More
Reference No: BP0069(A)Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: A comprehensive case, Hindustan Tractors Limited (AR) brings the functional and general management policies of the company into sharp focus against the background of industry trends, competitor strategies, and government licensing and pricing policies. The case is helpful in explaining how the companys basic policies were ill tuned to techno ... More
Reference No: BP0092(A)Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Describes the pressures from labour and political leaders on the government to take over a closed vanaspati unit under the Industries Act. Should it take over? What are the costs and benefits and the administrative implications of each alternative? ... More
