Reference No: P&IR0030Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This case describes the problems faced by the top management of a large organization following the chief executive's decision to use a computer for some important areas of management. In the background of these problems, Mr. Goyal, who has been charged with the responsibility of understanding and solving the problems, ... More
Reference No: PSG0130Pages: 33Published on: 27, February, 2019
Abstract: This is a case of a crisis project management which showcases the unpredictable nature of the project and the role of management in handling the crisis. It is the case of a very severe cyclonic storm hitting the city of Visakhapatnam plant during October, 2014. The whole city was devastated and ... More
Reference No: OB0245Pages: 49Published on: 22, March, 2021
Abstract: Headquartered in France, founded in 1976, a family firm with professional management Decathlon started retail operations in India in 2009 in B2B format and in B2C format in 2013. Decathlon India was the first country among 55 other countries where Decathlon operated to earn profit within five years of its selling directly ... 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: P&IR0021(A)Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: Case (A) P&IR0021(A)describes a prolonged conflict between management and workers, culminating in extreme violence. The legal, social and organizational constraints under which the management has to operate are described. It lends itself to a discussion of how industrial relations can be structured in light of concrete experience ... More
Reference No: P&IR0042Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: Describes the introduction and working of the joint management council/consultative committee in a cotton mill. Can be used for acquainting the class with concepts of joint management councils. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0180Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: A fast-track organization starts showing signs of decline. While prima facie the employees are extremely committed and management is fully alert, some deeper human resources problems seem to account for the turbulence within. A diagnostic study identifies several areas of concerns and the management is wondering what action should it ... More
Reference No: P&IR0099TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This note acts as supportive conceptual material for classroom discussions on various forms of industrial conflict, especially between organized groups of management and workers. It examines the degree and levels of conflict and also discusses some of the positive functions of conflict. It then poses industrial conflict as a result ... More
Reference No: OB0100TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: This note analyses the nature of social conflict within organizations, its causes and consequences. It also discusses some approaches to management of conflict. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0160Pages: 27 Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Matsushita Electric of Japan is among the world's largest consumer electronics companies. Half of its sales and a quarter of its workers are, however, outside Japan. The case describes the operations of Novino Batteries, one of two nearly identical Matsushita joint ventures in India that were established in 1972. The case ... More
Reference No: P&IR0209Pages: 3Published on: 1, June, 2011
Abstract: Shweta, Head, India Operations of FV IT Labs, was facing a decision dilemma. While she was aware of irrational behaviour on part of the founder and CEO of the company at times, there seemed to be nothing she could do about it. From trivial matters like bill payments to approval ... More
Reference No: P&IR0182Pages: 22Published on: 25, October, 1996
Abstract: The case tries to capture the human resource management ethos, policies and practices in a family business organization. Insights into how the organization manages the transition from an ethos based on personal relationships to a systems driven organization can be gained by analyzing the case. ... More
Reference No: HRM0246Pages: 24Published on: 24, September, 2020
Abstract: The case describes the internal growth workshop initiative at Vedanta Group. Anil Agarwal in 1976 founded Vedanta as a scrap-metal dealership in Mumbai (then Bombay). Over the years, Anil pursued a very aggressive growth journey with a vision to create a leading global natural resource company. The principal objective of discussing ... More
Reference No: P&IR0020Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The case deals with the problem of introducing a job evaluation scheme in large organizations. While the trade union cooperated in the study of various jobs and in the evaluation of the scheme, the scheme itself had to be abandoned because of the opposition from workers. The case describes the ... More
