Reference No: MAR0421(B)Pages: 6Published on: 8, June, 2011
Abstract: The case describes briefly the problem definition stage and details of the research plan for collecting information to address the question: "whether to set up a plant for manufacturing synthetic menthol through the process invented by the R&D Division of Chemical Products Limited?". The plan includes a description of ... More
Reference No: F&A0491Pages: 21Published on: 18, April, 2011
Abstract: The case discusses various options available to GE Capital to manage its liquidity and solvency crises which were aggravated during the height of the financial crisis of 2008. GE Capital needs to decide how to restructure its liabilities to meet its urgent liquidity needs while maintaining its long-term growth and competitive ... More
Reference No: BP0337(A)Pages: 13Published on: 31, March, 2011
Abstract: This is the first case from a series of three cases. The case describes situation in Eureka Forbes Ltd. (EFL) which is a 'direct sales' company. EFL is planning to start Knowledge Management (KM) initiatives. The strength of the company is its sales people who work under tremendous performance and ... More
Reference No: BP0338Pages: 7Published on: 31, March, 2011
Abstract: The case discusses the legal journey of the Bajaj - TVS patent dispute from the Madras High Court to the Supreme Court and back to the Madras High Court. Almost four years have passed, yet the final verdict is nowhere in sight. The Supreme Court has recommended a period of ... More
Reference No: BP0337(B)Pages: 10Published on: 31, March, 2011
Abstract: This is the second case from a three case series. From 2002 to 2004 Eureka Forbes Ltd. (EFL) took a series of technology initiatives to implement Knowledge Management (KM). The initiative was partially successful and the KM team had many challenges it had yet to face. A small percentage of sales people ... More
Reference No: BP0337(C)Pages: 41Published on: 31, March, 2011
Abstract: This is the third case from a three cases series. 2004 onwards, Eureka Forbes Ltd. (EFL) took unique initiatives to collect knowledge of its sales people. Various contests were devised and the learning was ploughed back into the organization. It also helped the organization to face various challenges. The challenge now ... More
Reference No: CISG0113Pages: 8Published on: 21, March, 2011
Abstract: The case describes a tough situation faced by the head of a finishing mill in an integrated steel plant. The major shutdown of the mill needs to be planned taking into consideration numerous factors that can affect other parts of the company. This case can be used as an illustration ... More
Reference No: CISG0112Pages: 22Published on: 17, March, 2011
Abstract: ABB, a conglomerate in power and automation, implemented one single SAP across geographical regions via a concept of One-Simple-ABB (OSA) and Regional ERP Management Service Center (REMSC). ABB-India, as the big-brother, took up the challenge to consolidate the ERP's (200+ systems) across the South Asia region with a plethora of challenges ... More
