Reference No: PROD0191Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: This case discusses the situation faced by an organization considering expansion. The expansion is to be done as a project, and affects land, machinery, manning, toolings, etc. The case discussion is centered on the uncertainties of the situation with the numerous products to be found in any engineering company. ... More
Reference No: BP0263(B)Pages: 12Published on: 8, January, 2001
Abstract: This case describes the efforts of Torrent Gujarat Biotech Limited to mitigate unexpected developments in implementing a backward integration project. The management decided to develop the technology indigenously. It collaborated with a consortium of scientists in Europe and a research laboratory in USA. As of 1995, it was required to evaluate ... More
Reference No: F&A0189Pages: 29 Published on: 1, January, 1973
Abstract: The case is based on an econometric study conducted by ATIRA, an industry research association, for projecting the demand for cotton textiles during the next ten years. The managing director's anxiety to use the ATIRA report in developing a strategic long range system for the company is described. ... More
Reference No: BP0263Pages: 9Published on: 8, January, 2001
Abstract: This case deals with the issues in mitigating an unexpected development. The Torrent group decided to integrate backwards by venturing into the production of penicillin. The decision was motivated by the huge demand-supply gap and a favourable public policy. The technology was to be supplied by a company in Czeckoslovakia. ... More
Reference No: F&A0340Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: Asian Food Products Limited is a company with excellent sales and profits. However, the managing director notices with concern the problems of liquidity and seeks help from a management consultant. The case contains data on policies, production costs, sales, etc. The focus is on distinction between liquidity and profitability and ... More
Reference No: MAR0302(B)Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1994
Abstract: The case describes the strategies developed and changes planned by a large trading company to deal with a radically changed economic environment in India. MMTC Limited, a public sector company, found itself facing a likely sharp fall in its turnover in mid 1992, due to the liberalization and restructuring of the ... More
Reference No: PSG0015TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The comprehensive model family planning clinics (CMFPC) are the only service units offering some specialized services. However there are other clinics outside FPAI system offering similar services. Therefore, some doubts have been raised by FPAI volunteers about the cost effectiveness of CMFPCs. The note outlines the activities of CMFPCs, including ... More
