Reference No: ECO0350(B)Pages: 26Published on: 26, December, 2006
Abstract: This case follows case (A) which discusses NTPC's response to the Simhadri project that created a record of sorts in timely implementation of large projects and within a tight budget NTPC's record of 39 months for a green-field project in India. That has taken project implementation in India to international standards. ... More
Reference No: ECO0350(A)Pages: 9Published on: 26, December, 2006
Abstract: The Indian electricity sector was opened to the private sector under the IPP policy. The NTPC, India's largest and perhaps most efficient generator had to respond to the changing scenario. It set out to set up the Simhadri project in Andhra Pradesh, going beyond to original mandate. The IPP policy, ... More
Reference No: PSG0100Pages: 47Published on: 27, December, 2006
Abstract: Axle loading had contributed significantly to the ?turnaround' of
Indian Railways (IR) over the two years 2004-06. As the Minister
of Railways (MR) stated, "A one ton extra loading per wagon implied
additional revenue of Rs 500 crores per annum for the IR."
The axle loading initiative was a significant step ... More
Reference No: OB0200Pages: 18Published on: 24, January, 2007
Abstract: A commonplace issue in organizations is handling larger than life leaders. These leaders often have larger than life status in their field and the organization usually gets overwhelmed with the presence of such leaders. Sometimes narcissism in leaders potentially hurts the organization in the long run. This case highlights a ... More
Reference No: MAR0384Pages: 20Published on: 24, January, 2007
Abstract: As the heat increases during summer, the demand for room air conditioners (RAC) spirals and so does the advertising for them. Post liberalization, with the entry of MNCs, there is a huge competition in the RAC industry of India. Keeping in view the growing popularity of air-conditioners, major consumer durable ... More
Reference No: BP0319(A)Pages: 36Published on: 14, February, 2007
Abstract: The case highlights how issues of corporate strategy and competitive strategy enmesh during the growth and diversification phases of a professionally managed family business after its first IPO. The underlying dimensions of management problems onion-peeled during strategic transformation show up as conflicts between sustainable growth and shareholder value at different ... More
Reference No: BP0319(B)Pages: 23Published on: 14, February, 2007
Abstract: This case is a sequel to Thermax (A). It describes strategy formulation and implementation associated with decisions over investment and internationalization after the firm raised capital through an Initial Public Offering (IPO). While resolving top management succession issues, the firm finds itself in a business downturn that sharply erodes its ... More
Reference No: PSG0101Pages: 26Published on: 23, February, 2007
Abstract: Rapid technological changes and convergence of media had made "triple play" (i.e. voice, video, and internet) available on a single channel. In India, traditionally the cable TV network provided TV services and telecom network provided telecom/internet services. While some telecom companies had upgraded their networks to provide for ... More
