Reference No: MAR0524Pages: 18Published on: 30, December, 2021
Abstract: Vardhman Special Steels Limited (VSSL), a Ludhiana based Special Steels manufacturer supplied 98% of its steel to automotive sector. It has recently collaborated with Aichi steel, Japan with the aim of improving the quality of their steel, increasing capacity, and reducing cost. However, COVID 19, a global pandemic, hit their plans as ... More
Reference No: MAR0496Pages: 21Published on: 5, October, 2018
Abstract: Bharti Airtel, the Indian global Telecommunications Company, witnessed one of its most challenging phases ever. Being the market leader, Airtel experienced a shift from voice to data with its data revenue proliferating. But the new entrant Jio changed the landscape of the Indian Telecom Industry by offering free services and ... More
Reference No: MAR0478TECPages: 13Published on: 17, March, 2016
Abstract: Ticket pricing is an important source of revenue for sports events. This note explains the ticket pricing practices that are followed for sports events. It discusses, pricing objectives, the determinants of prices and various pricing strategies in this field. This note will be useful to PGP participants for pricing and ... More
Reference No: MAR0472Pages: 12Published on: 3, March, 2016
Abstract: Airtel, the leading mobile operator in India is launching the Airtel Zero" platform that will charge service providers and OTT providers on the internet for mobile data traffic but will allow end consumers free access to the web sites that are signed up for the platform. The case revolves around ... More
Reference No: MAR0498Pages: 17Published on: 5, February, 2019
Abstract: Royal Challengers Bangalore, an IPL franchise cricket team, was representing Bangalore city in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The team had a huge fan following and a brand valuation of USD 88 million in 2017. RCB made profits worth INR 3.15 crore for the first time in FY 17. Tickets formed a very small ... More
Reference No: BP0124TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The note brings out key ideas for pricing, and demonstrates that sales here are mostly from one state enterprise to another - both, government-owned. It discusses issues on possible pressures that may arise, and how the pricing may be extremely uneven between enterprises. ... More
Reference No: CMA0400TEC Pages: 8Published on: 2, September, 1976
Abstract: The note deals with the conceptual issues in pricing of products and discusses in some detail the implications of pricing policies in consumer and "industrial" product pricing. In addition, decision-making structure for price determination is discussed. ... More
Reference No: O&DS0001Pages: 8Published on: 3, August, 2023
Abstract: The Cotton Corporation of India Ltd. (CCI) is a Miniratna company of the Government of India (GoI), under the Ministry of Textiles. CCI has been serving in the field of marketing of Indian cotton for the past five decades. As an independent entity under GoI, CCI undertakes Minimum Support Price ... More
Reference No: MAR0138TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: This note deals with the problem of price setting. After defining price and discussing the nature of pricing objectives, pricing decisions are discussed under three headings-- need based pricing, cost based pricing and market based pricing. In each case, various pricing options are discussed and evaluated. Practical approaches and procedures ... More
Reference No: F&A0224Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Deals with the problem of equitable pricing in a situation where: 1) common facilities are shared by two groups of clientele, with a high incidence of joint costs; 2) the methods of pricing for the two groups are different? one group charged on an "actual cost" basis and the other on fixed ... More
Reference No: MAR0054Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: This case- cu- note describes the problems in the pricing of ethical drugs. Participants are expected to evaluate the practices used by large pharmaceutical companies in pricing their products. The differences in pricing practices of multinational, and large and small Indian companies are highlighted. How brand preference gives a company ... More
Reference No: MAR0518Pages: 20Published on: 9, November, 2020
Abstract: The Indian jewellery market is highly fragmented and ruled over by local players. Many unethical practices exist in the jewellery market, like the under caratage of gold, misrepresentation of quality, etc. Tanishq, part of Tata Group, is known for maintaining high ethical standards and delivering value to its customers through ... More
Reference No: MAR0533Pages: 23Published on: 16, August, 2023
Abstract: The Digital Adoption Platform (DAP) software market had just started to gain traction. Whatfix was emerging (and was recognised) as a leader in the DAP space. When the company had entered the market, its products had been industry-agnostic. However, with the acceleration in digital transformation triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic, ... More
Reference No: MAR0505Pages: 6Published on: 2, May, 2019
Abstract: Sai Coating, a small entrepreneurial firm, was one of the three firms that had received the license from ARCI for marketing the Detonation Spray Coating (DSC). Sai Coating made and sold the detonation gun (D-Gun) to three sectors, namely: Wire Drawing, Textiles and Aero components. The coating enhanced the life ... More
