Reference No: BP0178TECPages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The note proposes a model in the evolution of strategic management of public enterprise. The model is based on case studies of seven public enterprises in our countries: India, Brazil, United States and Italy. It develops concepts relevant to public enterprise management drawing from corporate strategy and politica l
science. ... More
Reference No: IMG0013TECPages: 11Published on: 24, July, 1996
Abstract: This is a set of about 20 slides prepared using Harvard Graphics for computerized projection purposes. It outlines ideas about core competence to facilitate operationalization of the concept by managers. Its coverage includes a) the core competence effect b) the dimensions of core competence c) the tests for core competence d) ... More
Reference No: PSG0071Pages: 60Published on: 25, March, 1996
Abstract: This case focuses on the strategic management issues of a medium sized shipping company head-quartered in London with other operating locations in Cyprus and Bombay. The case highlights issues in managing a global business. It also brings forth issues in entrepreneurship, showing the drive of a non-resident Indian who started ... More
Reference No: BP0319(C)Pages: 29Published on: 1, December, 2010
Abstract: The case describes the turnaround of Thermax Limited and risk management after growth stall and an organisational crisis requiring evaluation and restructuring of the business portfolio. The conflicts between sustainable growth and shareholder value are addressed through selective internationalisation, new collaborations for innovations in disruptive technologies and strategic management of ... More
Reference No: STR0458(B)Pages: 14Published on: 16, March, 2021
Abstract: This case describes the transformation of the HR organisation of Mahindra’s AFS sector from 2013 to 2017. The CHRO and his team designed and implemented a blueprint aimed at enhancing the strategic role of HR. The migration from a traditional to a strategic role entailed anticipating and allaying apprehensions related to ... More
Reference No: COMM0028Pages: 18Published on: 28, December, 2021
Abstract: Nadia Chauhan, Chief Marketing Officer at Parle Agro set her vision in 2017 to become the dominant player in the beverages segment and to double the turnover to INR 10,000 Cr. by 2022. She had been prompted by the success of the company over the last five years when Parle Agro had doubled ... More
Reference No: BP0351Pages: 10Published on: 1, October, 2013
Abstract: This case provides an opportunity to identify and discuss issues in sustenance of an incumbent's strategy in the changing environment. The context is the practice of Nadi Nidan (pulse diagnosis) and treatment of disorders based on this according to Ayurveda, the ancient system of Indian medicine. It describes the functioning ... More
Reference No: BP0323(A)Pages: 27Published on: 19, August, 2008
Abstract: Wilh Wilhelmsen ASA of Norway was a traditional ship owning company that had diversified into the ?Maritime Services' sector. In addition to cargo transportation, its two main ?service' business areas were Ship Management (Barber International) and Port Agency (Barwil), established in 1975. Both companies had become big brand names in their ... More
Reference No: STR0458(C)Pages: 2Published on: 16, March, 2021
Abstract: This case describes the transformation of the HR organisation of Mahindra’s AFS sector from 2013 to 2017. The CHRO and his team designed and implemented a blueprint aimed at enhancing the strategic role of HR. The migration from a traditional to a strategic role entailed anticipating and allaying apprehensions related to ... More
Reference No: STR0458(A)Pages: 7Published on: 16, March, 2021
Abstract: The three cases provide a longitudinal account of the transformation of the Human Resource (HR) division of Mahindra’s Automotive and Farm Equipment Sector (AFS). An aspirational nudge from the Managing Director about the need for a more strategic HR role triggered the transformation exercise. The follow-up diagnostic study revealed ... More
Reference No: IS0145Pages: 18Published on: 29, November, 2023
Abstract: Rebel Foods started as a quick service restaurant and eventually morphed into a cloud kitchen provider. The company launched multi-brand cloud kitchens, leveraging the same food preparation space and delivery infrastructure to serve a variety of food missions. Its technology stack included software for inventory management, kitchen management and delivery, ... 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: F&A0482(A)Pages: 42Published on: 19, August, 2008
Abstract: During early 2005, the Wilh Wilhelmsen (WW) group was being restructured by integrating the two main divisions, Barwil (ship services at port) and Barber International (ship management services). They formed a new parent entity called Wilhelmsen Maritime Services (WMS) under the WW group. At this point, Unitor, one of the world's ... More
Reference No: IITCOE0002Pages: 36Published on: 8, November, 2010
Abstract: Idea Cellular Limited (ICL), a part of the Aditya Birla conglomerate, faced transitional challenges in 2008 as it evolved into a pan Indian player using both inorganic and organic growth paths within the extremely competitive mobile market in India. The areas of concern were in the growth of rural business, management ... More
