Reference No: OB0013Pages: 29Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: This exercise presents the actual experience of a faculty team Educational System Unit (ESU) of the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad, which made an attempt to link education with development in a backward area of Rajasthan. The initial experiences are presented in this case in five parts. The experience starts ... More
Reference No: PSG0073Pages: 15Published on: 20, May, 1997
Abstract: This case focuses on the expansion decision of a Singapore based
shipyard, Jurong Shipyard Limited (JSL). While exploring the options
of expansion of facilities, JSL found three choices emerging.
Firstly, the company could construct a new graving dockyard. Secondly,
it could opt for building a new floating dockyard. Thirdly,
it ... More
Reference No: PROD0025Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case describes the processing of materials in a large vertically integrated textile mill. The company does not have a centralized planning and control section. Very often orders from the merchants and distributors cannot be filled immediately. The management is considering ways and means to cut down large process? inventories ... More
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: F&A0156(A)Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1971
Abstract: Describes how the top management of a large and growing bank contemplates setting up an organization for providing an induction and refresher training programme to its clerical staff. The case studies the details of the training organisation's setup at the head office; and the region, content and objectives of the ... More
Reference No: MAR0013(J)Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1964
Abstract: Dissatisfied with the system of distribution through stockists, the top management of the firm was considering whether it should replace this distribution system by its own distribution system. Criteria for evaluating alternative systems of distribution can be discussed effectively with the help of this case. ... More
Reference No: CMA0662Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: The case relates to mess management in an educational institute which is used by four hundred and fifty students and by four hundred non-supervisory staff who are unionized, frequently resorting to mass leave, campaigns and agitation. There is a mess committee represented by students, faculty, the warden and the staff ... More
Reference No: OB0244Pages: 14Published on: 18, November, 2021
Abstract: Sardar Patel farm is a 150-acre organic farm located in Kathwada, Gujarat, India with 125 farmers living and working on the farm. Dr Dinesh Patel, a cardiologist and second-generation Farm leader, played a vital role in converting the farm from chemical farming to natural farming. Though he was successful in this ... More
Reference No: IMG0010Pages: 3Published on: 29, May, 1995
Abstract: This case illustrates the decision problems facing a garment exporter when exchange rates change drastically. The intent of the case is to highlight the concept of real risk versus nominal risk. The case also aims to get students to realize that management decision depend on underlying realities, not purely exchenge ... More
Reference No: OB0200Pages: 18Published on: 24, January, 2007
Abstract: A commonplace issue in organizations is handling larger than life leaders. These leaders often have larger than life status in their field and the organization usually gets overwhelmed with the presence of such leaders. Sometimes narcissism in leaders potentially hurts the organization in the long run. This case highlights a ... More
Reference No: P&IR0202EXPages: 4Published on: 15, November, 2006
Abstract: Competencies are the underlying knowledge, skills and attributes necessary to successfully perform a job. The exercise deals with developing competency framework for specific jobs. The exercise is done in context of an academic institute which provides various courses on management. The purpose of the exercise is to study/define different ... More
Reference No: OB0253 (B) Pages: 3Published on: 1, July, 2026
Abstract: On August 7, 2020, Air India Express Flight AXB 1344 overran the tabletop runway at Kozhikode, killing 21 of the 190 people on board. The accident echoed the 2010 Mangalore disaster, occurring under strikingly identical circumstances. This case examines why organisations fail to learn from catastrophic failures. The cockpit is the starting point, not the explanation: ... More
Reference No: OB0253(A)Pages: 26Published on: 1, July, 2026
Abstract: On August 7, 2020, Air India Express Flight AXB 1344 overran the tabletop runway at Kozhikode, killing 21 of the 190 people on board. The accident echoed the 2010 Mangalore disaster, occurring under strikingly identical circumstances. This case examines why organisations fail to learn from catastrophic failures. The cockpit is the starting point, not the explanation: ... More
Reference No: MAR0350Pages: 10Published on: 27, April, 2003
Abstract: The case ventures to explore the typical distribution channel in the Indian market. The case revolves around his company, Logistics Solutions, a 100-year-old trading and distribution firm, which provides carrying and forwarding services to JOSH Denims, a leading manufacturer and marketer of denim garments. Over a year, an entire tier ... More
Reference No: PSG0091Pages: 17Published on: 24, September, 2003
Abstract: The management of the Vadodara Halol Toll Road Company Limited (VHTRL) was worried about the toll revenues. The actual revenues as a proportion of the projected revenues had declined from 63 percent to 34 percent over the three financial years of operation. Given the cash flows, the VHTRL could run smoothly only ... More
