Reference No: BP0394Pages: 28Published on: 29, March, 2016
Abstract: This case describes the knowledge management (KM) initiatives at the level of a unit of one of the largest chemical companies in India. The unit, Tata Chemicals Ltd, Mithapur, has a unique knowledge base accumulated over generations of experiments, trials, and errors. It is in the midst of implementing a ... More
Reference No: MAR0480Pages: 26Published on: 29, March, 2016
Abstract: Realizing the potential of Assam Mobile Theatre, which has emerged as the most popular entertainment media option in Assam, Q-Connect has developed a sponsorship business model which helps brands in reaching to rural customers in Assam. After establishing the business of Q-Connect in partnership with about forty theatre companies in ... More
Reference No: F&A0530Pages: 9Published on: 30, March, 2016
Abstract: The case focuses on the key choices and decision issues that entrepreneurs face in the fast evolving mode of startup funding, known as 'crowdfunding'. It is centred around three products which vary significantly on many dimensions such as the level of innovativeness, risk, social good generated by the product, and ... More
Reference No: MAR0483(A)Pages: 3Published on: 31, March, 2016
Abstract: This case is a part of series of cases which deal with entire process of doing marketing research. Each case in the series describes sequentially different stages in a typical marketing research project. Case (A) is on problem definition which is a first stage in marketing research project. A group ... More
Reference No: BP0392Pages: 11Published on: 31, March, 2016
Abstract: The Government of India established Competition Commission of India (CCI hereafter) through an act promulgated in 2002 to shift regulatory focus from curbing monopolies to promoting competition. The organization became fully functional in 2009 and gained recognition for its proactive stance when it slapped a penalty of Rs. 6400 crore on eleven cement ... More
Reference No: CMHS0037Pages: 27Published on: 31, March, 2016
Abstract: Aravind Eye Care System (AECS) had a dream run on the growth path, providing affordable, quality eye care to the patients by building on economies of scale and developing a cross-subsidization model for financial sustainability. As the organization continued on the pursuit of growth, driven by its mission, ‘to eliminate ... More
Reference No: CISG0133Pages: 37Published on: 31, March, 2016
Abstract: National Innovation Foundation (NIF) was a partner organization of the Honey Bee Network (HBN), which was a networked organization of individuals, innovators, farmers, scholars, academicians, policy makers, entrepreneurs and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). The HBN worked to create a network of grassroot innovators and acknowledged him/her by protecting the IPR ... More
Reference No: MAR0483(B)Pages: 4Published on: 31, March, 2016
Abstract: This case is second case of a series of cases which deal with entire process of doing marketing research. Each case in the series describes sequentially different stages in a typical marketing research project. Case (B) is on selection of research design which is a typically second stage in marketing ... More
Reference No: CMHS0033(A)Pages: 19Published on: 31, March, 2016
Abstract: The Executive Director, UNICEF was reviewing the UNICEF 2014 report on the progress made by the WHO countries towards achieving the fourth Millennium Development Goal MDG 4. The MDG 4 called for reduction in U5 mortality (U5 represents children less than 5 years old) by a two-third between 1990 and 2015. The report mentioned 6.6 million children ... More
Reference No: PROD0310Pages: 29Published on: 31, March, 2016
Abstract: This case deals with steps taken by NTPC in construction and project management in 500 MW power plant. The project have several innovative ways of managing challenges, in land acquisition, design, implementation, contract worker management , enforcement of safety rules , managing regulation iand in team building in leadership. A suitable case for ... More
Reference No: F&A0533Pages: 38Published on: 31, March, 2016
Abstract: In February 2015, Suzlon had just completed its financial and asset restructuring, following financial default after rapid growth through debt financed acquisitions in the financial boom ending in 2008. The restructuring resulted in a significant decrease in the promoter’s equity stake. Suzlon now has to decide how to respond to an ... More
Reference No: OB0224Pages: 18Published on: 31, March, 2016
Abstract: The case, “Shivani Carriers Pvt. Ltd.: Managing Employee Motivation at the Bottom of the Pyramid”, has been designed to teach students about the basic principles of employee motivation. The case is also a representative example of the problems faced by small and medium-sized businesses in employee acquisition, motivation, and retention, ... More
