Reference No: O&DS0006Pages: 21Published on: 25, November, 2024
Abstract: The centennial celebrations of Pramukh Swami Maharaj (1921-2016) were organized by BAPS at a massive scale, with more than 12.1 million visitors. The case looks at the event (PSM100) from a viewpoint of project management and identifies lessons related to design and execution of mega projects. PSM100 was simultaneously both mega ... More
Reference No: F&A0223Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Describes the budget formulation and settlement process arising out of the consultants' recommendations for providing the required linkage between the corporate management's expectations and the potential and opportunities perceived by the operating and executive managements. The nature of participation and involvement of all levels of management from corporate management to ... More
Reference No: COMM0007Pages: 20Published on: 9, September, 2011
Abstract: The case discusses the initiation of Sampoorna Parivartan (Total Transformation) at Brigade Enterprises Limited (BEL) which operates in the real estate and construction sector in south India. In 14 years, BEL had grown to become a conglomerate of five companies generating business worth Rs. 500 crore in 2010. Given the growth in business ... More
Reference No: PROD0204TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1989
Abstract: This note introduces the features of expert systems and briefly discusses their applicability in the field of management. Expert systems aim to computerize the knowledge of one or more experts in a problem domain. Unlike in a decision support system, the overall direction for problem solving in an expert system ... More
Reference No: BP0287Pages: 24Published on: 23, January, 2003
Abstract: This case describes the steps taken by the top management of Cosmo Films Limited, a company in the business of packing films, in enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of all aspects of operations at their production plant in Waluj, Aurangabad and affecting a turnaround. It describes the changes effected and ... More
Reference No: PSG0104Pages: 18Published on: 23, June, 2008
Abstract: The Director of SEWA is discussing with her PMU (Project Management Unit) team of the indicators of Jeevika -- both quantitative and qualitative -- which should be considered for mid-term review of Jeevika project. The case contains information on Jeevika project, mid-term review of Jeevika project, various stakeholders and their ... More
Reference No: PSG0101Pages: 26Published on: 23, February, 2007
Abstract: Rapid technological changes and convergence of media had made "triple play" (i.e. voice, video, and internet) available on a single channel. In India, traditionally the cable TV network provided TV services and telecom network provided telecom/internet services. While some telecom companies had upgraded their networks to provide for ... More
Reference No: QM0285Pages: 14Published on: 12, October, 2023
Abstract: This case study focuses on computing the value of concessions (subsidies) offered to select passenger segments, particularly students and senior citizens, by a state-owned public transport corporation. In its current form, however, the subsidy structure is telescopic and does not correlate with value of services offered and fares paid by ... More
Reference No: CIPR0008Pages: 16Published on: 20, October, 2010
Abstract: In February 2006, Engineers India Limited (EIL) which was hired by the Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) had to submit their final report. The report had to evaluate whether a single point mooring or an additional jetty would be more viable for HPCL's increased crude import requirements through the Mumbai port. ... More
Reference No: O&DS0007(C)EXPages: 3Published on: 6, January, 2025
Abstract: Fertilizer. She is currently planning a critical shutdown in the nitric acid plant. The plant would incur a penalty anywhere between ₹10 to ₹15 lakh per hour for delays. Akshara should use the critical path method (CPM) in scheduling tasks and identify the critical path to decrease the overall time required for ... More
Reference No: PROD0238Pages: 12Published on: 3, July, 1997
Abstract: Madura Accessories (MA), a division of Coats Viyella India Limited, was in the tailoring accessories business. MA had sales of Rs 75 crore with a profit before interest and tax of Rs 9 crore. MA supplies interlinings, zips, needles, etc. This case focuses on the supply chain management of the interline business ... More
Reference No: PROD0327(C)Pages: 19Published on: 22, March, 2021
Abstract: This case deals with the project on establishing a rural piped water supply scheme in a village of Bihar. The Chief Engineer, Public Health Division, Patna, Bihar called his team members to have the fourth and final meeting to discuss the resource scheduling, materials management and the man-power requirements in ... More
Reference No: CMHS0017Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 2003
Abstract: Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) administers three large general hospitals namely, VS Hospital, SCL Hospital, and LG Hospital for providing tertiary health care services to its citizens. As teaching hospitals, VS, SCL, and LG Hospitals are bound by the norms laid down by the Medical Council of India (MCI) regarding the ... More
Reference No: PROD0178TECPages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Deals with various aspects of short interval scheduling (SIS) such as significance and applications in various areas like production planning and control, fabrication and assembly work, maintenance, engineering work, clerical operations, and material handling. Management reporting in an SIS environment is also dealt with. ... More
Reference No: PROD0327(A)Pages: 19Published on: 22, March, 2021
Abstract: This case deals with a project on establishing a rural piped water supply scheme in a village of Bihar. The Joint Chief Engineer, Public Health Division, Patna, Bihar, wanted to have a meeting to discuss his project. His team consisted of the village head, the Joint Chief Engineer (JEC) or ... More
