Reference No: MAR0325(B)Pages: 36Published on: 27, September, 1999
Abstract: FoodWorld is a division of Spencer's, the retailing company of RPG Enterprises (RPG). This case focuses on the supply chain strategy. The key issues were 1) what to stock, 2) where and whom to source from, 3) how to reduce total delivery time from vendor to store and 4) how to reduce the cost ... More
Reference No: MAR0325(C)Pages: 30Published on: 27, September, 1999
Abstract: In May 1996, RPG Enterprises, one of the top five Indian business houses, formally entered the nascent sector of large-scale organized food retailing with the opening of the first FoodWorld, a supermarket grocery store. By the end of 1998, the FoodWorld chain had expanded into 19 stores with hubs in Chennai, Bangalore and ... More
Reference No: MAR0325(A)Pages: 21Published on: 27, September, 1999
Abstract: RPG Enterprises, one of the top five business houses of India, decided in 1996 to enter organized food retailing by opening a chain of supermarket grocery stores under the name "FoodWorld" in Chennai, Bangalore and Hyderabad, the three major cities in south India. This case describes the background and rationale of ... More
Reference No: MAR0332(D)Pages: 2Published on: 28, October, 1999
Abstract: The case describes the experience of Professor Ramakant as a subscriber to a weekly news magazine, Newlook. Students should have read the Newlook (A), (B), and (C) cases. ... More
Reference No: MAR0332(B)Pages: 2 Published on: 28, October, 1999
Abstract: The case describes the experience of Professor Ramakant who subscribed to Newlook, a newsmagazine. It highlights the concerns he had and the problems he faced as a customer. ... More
Reference No: MAR0331Pages: 4Published on: 28, October, 1999
Abstract: The case describes the experience of a customer who visited Shop India, one of the largest and most popular consumer goods stores in Ahmedabad, to purchase an iron. After reaching home, he noticed that the maximum retail price printed on the carton was less than the amount he paid. In ... More
Reference No: MAR0329(B)Pages: 1 Published on: 28, October, 1999
Abstract: This case adds to the data presented in "Ashok Desai Subscribes to News Today (A)" (MAR0329) case. Students should have read the previous case "Ashok Desai Subscribes to News Today (A)" (MAR0329case. ... More
Reference No: CMA0790Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: The case raised the issues of information needs for objective planning of seed production, monitoring the implementation of the production plan, and other related decisions for Gromore Seed Company. It then examines the internal reporting system and seeks suggestions for modifications in the existing system such that needed information is ... More
Reference No: MAR0325(D)Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: The case focuses on the need for an effective Management Information System, especially for monitoring store performance in a retail chain. The key issues are: 1) Identifying key performance and decision areas, 2) Understanding the role and criticality of information processing, 3) Identifying performance indicators and 4) Specifying the systems required for the information ... More
Reference No: CMA0627Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This case describes in detail the functioning of an audio-visual van. It is useful for managers concerned with promotional activities in the rural areas. It deals with aspects such as planning, mobilizing resources, scheduling the tour programme, motivation of staff, and public relations in the field. ... More
Reference No: CMA0791Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 2000
Abstract: This is a case of a trading firm involved in purchase and sale of edible oils. The firm also owns oilseeds processing facility for own production. It wants to enter in a new market with bulk supply as well as consumer packs of branded refined sunflower oil. Given the edible ... More
