Reference No: BP0436Pages: 22Published on: 25, February, 2020
Abstract: At the turn of mid-2000, the news industry saw a tectonic shift in the reading habits of people, driven by developments in digital technology. News industry’s traditional business model of relying on advertisement income was majorly disrupted. This led to a steep decline in revenues from the print business. ... More
Reference No: MAR0515Pages: 14Published on: 5, January, 2021
Abstract: Tokri.com, a Pune-based hyperlocal e-grocery player was fighting an uphill battle. Its two main domain rivals, Big Basket and Grofers, with diverse business models, were marginally ahead in the race. Conventional brick-and-mortar players and the unorganised local mom-and-pop stores too were fiercely holding on to customers. Tokri planned a ... More
Reference No: STR0492Pages: 26Published on: 25, July, 2025
Abstract: This case study focuses on the Zoho Corporation's unique path in the Indian IT sector with the CEO Sridhar Vembu at the helm of affairs from company headquarters in rural Tamil Nadu. The case investigates Zoho's unconventional journey to becoming a major worldwide SaaS provider in India's evolving IT/ITES ... More
Reference No: MAR0317(A)Pages: 15 Published on: 18, August, 1998
Abstract: A-One Starch Products Limited was established in the late thirties. It was a member of a large business group, and had been manufacturing starch and its derivatives for many diverse industries. It was the acknowledged industry leader for its "technology and product quality". The case describes the corn wet milling ... More
Reference No: BP0313(B)Pages: 7Published on: 13, July, 2006
Abstract: This case describes how corporate strategy and competitive strategy enmesh. The case introduces an inflexion point at which the company was faced with a prisoners' dilemma situation with regard to a critical set of operational decisions of tactical significance affecting manufacturing operations. The unintended consequences, regardless of which path is ... More
Reference No: COMM0030Pages: 17Published on: 28, December, 2023
Abstract: BuyHive, a sourcing platform, had been launched in 2020 during the pandemic. It was a Business-to-Business (B2B) tech-enabled sourcing and aggregator platform that connected buyers with suppliers using global sourcing experts and technology. After three years of organic growth, the company made projections, charting exponential growth of USD 600 million in ... More
Reference No: BP0446Pages: 11Published on: 14, December, 2020
Abstract: This case introduces the genre of “wicked problems” in strategy. InspirOn Engineering is a third-generation textile machinery family business. The patriarch, in his 72nd year, has announced his retirement without a succession plan. Chinese acquisitions in Germany have transformed the competitive landscape into two business divisions. The leadership has to ... More
Reference No: MAR0385(A)Pages: 22Published on: 17, August, 2007
Abstract: CavinKare Private Limited has emerged as an important player in the Indian fast moving consumer goods market. It has not only survived cut-throat competition from formidable multinational companies, but also has recorded sustained high growth over the years. Its business model has included converting important consumer insights into superior products, ... More
Reference No: P&IR0207Pages: 22Published on: 31, March, 2009
Abstract: The Indian Insurance Industry is facing tough times not only in the business front but also in attracting and retaining talent in the sales function. Aviva India had re-entered the Indian life insurance market in 1995, but started business operations a few years later. In addition to the bank assurance business ... More
Reference No: CIPR0011Pages: 39Published on: 11, August, 2011
Abstract: In February 2011, Mr Ajay Mittal, Chairman and Managing Director of Arshiya International Limited, had to decide a way forward for his rail container business following Ministry of Railways new circular on haulage. This circular, which levied commodity specific haulage in domestic segment, along with other conditions on siding usage had ... More
Reference No: PSG0089Pages: 65Published on: 24, April, 2003
Abstract: This case focuses on the problems facing the DOP, so that an appropriate strategy for a sustainable future can be evolved. The DOP was faced with the task of dealing with dichotomous demands that often challenged the organizations culture, and the mind set of senior executives. On the one hand, ... More
Reference No: MAR0274Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: The case gives the details of the business outlook and the proposed strategy for a newly set up company, Electronic Controls Corporation. The company had been founded by six technocrats and underwent rapid growth within a five year period. ECC was one of a group of three companies and was ... More
Reference No: BP0408(B)Pages: 21Published on: 20, December, 2017
Abstract: India’s diagnostics business valued at USD 10 billion was growing at 20% annually. Several players with different business models competed. Dr. Lal PathLabs, the world’s largest histopathology centre led with a menu of 3,500 tests, 1,600 collection centres and 7,000 pick-up points. Its Initial Public Offer had been oversubscribed 33.41 times and the team ... More
Reference No: STR0475Pages: 27Published on: 12, July, 2023
Abstract: This case describes the growth strategy of Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL) from its inception as a joint venture (JV) firm between GAIL (a state-owned enterprise [SOE]) and British Gas plc (a multinational conglomerate) in 1986.
The case covers three distinct periods. The first stage examines the formation of the JV and ... More
